Inns & Historic Hotels in the Highlands & Islands

Hotels & Inns in the Highlands

 

ACHILTY, CONTIN,  ROSS-SHIRE    The Achilty Hotel

Dating from the 18th century, this former Drover's Inn provides excellent food and accommodation. The owners Ethel and Christopher Slater are passionate about looking after their guests. 11 fully appointed en-suite bedrooms, 2 restaurants and a lounge bar serving excellent Scottish food  with an emphasis on local produce. A great base for touring the Highlands, taking in the beautiful scenery, wildlife and absorbing the historical points of interest in the area. Or just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet in the Wyvis lounge.

 

 

ARDGOUR   The Inn at Ardgour

A warm, family welcome awaits at our traditional West Highland Inn/Small Hotel beautifully situated on the banks of Loch Linnhe. Stunning views across the loch to the entrance to the Great Glen and the mountains beyond. Twelve excellent en-suite bedrooms all with loch-views. Loch-view restaurant and bar. Residents lounge. Ideally located for Mull, Iona, Skye, Ben Nevis, Fort William, Ardnamurchan, Glencoe, Oban, Loch Ness and for touring the West Highlands.

 

 

AULTBEA, ACHNASHEEN, HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS  The Aultbea Hotel

Situated on the shores of beautiful Loch Ewe, this 18th century, friendly hotel is the perfect location from which to enjoy the wonders of the north-west Highlands of Scotland. The Zetland Restaurant overlooking the Isle of Ewe offers the finest of service and traditional and local fare, specialising in seafood, highland beef and venison. Our comfortable lounge bar is perfect for a nightcap or try the public bar for a bit of 'local' atmosphere. During the day, relax in the conservatory or outside on the patio, overlooking the loch.

 

 

LOCH ALVIE, AVIEMORE  The Rowan Tree Country Hotel

Although in tranquil surroundings, we are located on the outskirts of Aviemore and just minutes from the A9. The hotel - originally called The Lynwilg Mail and one of the oldest Inns in the Spey valley - was built in the 1700s as a coaching inn alongside the Great North Road. Renamed The Rowan Tree in the early 90s, the hotel has been tastefully modernised and upgraded but always with an eye to retaining its essential character and features: timber beams, open fires and the stained-glass leaded...

 

 

BEAULY   The Lovat Arms Hotel

This hotel offers a home away from home in the heart of the magnificent Scottish Highlands. Just a 20 minute drive from Inverness, set within historic Beauly, the Lovat is ideally located for fishing, walking, bird or monster watching, golf and sight seeing holidays. After a spent day exploring, the Strupag Brasserie or The Lairds Table restaurant awaits. Dishes are prepared from the finest local produce. After dinner, unwind in the foyer by the log fire and sample a malt or 2 from the extensive range of whiskies on offer.

 

 

BEAULY   The Priory Hotel

All our rooms come with all the features that will make your stay a real treat. The attitude of total flexibility at the Priory is one of its great features - early check-in, late check-out, breakfast until lunchtime and room service that will deliver anything from Champagne and smoked salmon to lager and pizza. The Priory is an ideal location for enjoying the unspoilt beauty of the North and West Highlands of Scotland.

 

 

BOAT OF GARTEN  The Boat Hotel

The Boat Hotel at Boat of Garten is a privately-owned Victorian sporting hotel set in the heart of the Spey Valley. The Boat Hotel has recently changed ownership and has undergone a major refurbishment to restore public areas to their former Victorian style ... wooden floors, oriental rugs, marble fireplaces and an attractive library lounge, where aperitifs and after-dinner coffee may be taken in comfort. A new restaurant, The Capercaillie features bold contemporary decor and modernist oil paintings...

 

 

CONON BRIDGE  Conon Bridge Hotel

Situated amongst beautiful highland scenery alongside the River Conon, this charming village hotel offers very comfortable accommodation and excellent food and drink. The Conon Bridge Hotel is close to Dingwall, the ancient Viking capital and within 10 minutes’ drive of Inverness. Formerly an 18th century coaching inn, the Conon Bridge is now a lovely hotel. We have a lovely restaurant, a cosy lounge bar where you can enjoy our excellent cuisine, fine ales, lagers and wines.

 

 

CORRAN, ONICH, FORT WILLIAM  Corran Inn

Sitting on the shores of Loch Linnhe, beside the Corran ferry, The Corran Inn is just 10 minutes from Fort William and Ben Nevis and 10 minutes from Glencoe. With 5 comfortable rooms, a traditional bar and relaxing coal fires, the Inn provides the ideal base to explore this beautiful part of the Scottish Highlands. Whether you're walking, climbing, touring by car or just sitting with your feet up watching the world float by on the loch, The Corran Inn will give you a friendly welcome and make you feel at home.

 

 

GLENFINNAN, FORT WILLIAM   The Prince's House

Delightful hotel dating back to 1658, set in magnificent scenery on The Road to the Isles. Fully modernised and refurbished to a high standard. Award-winning 2AA Rosette Scottish cuisine. Friendly, personal service.

 

 

 

 

GAIRLOCH   The Old Inn

"Slow down in the West Highlands". Award Winning Highland Inn in magnificent peaceful setting. AA Best Seafood Pub for Scotland 2005/6. Abbot Ale Perfect Pub for Scotland 2005/6. Where open fires and friendly people provide a warm welcome to all travellers to this spectacular region of The Highlands.

 

 

 

 

HELMSDALE, CAITHNESS AND SUTHERLAND  The Bridge Hotel

The hotel is classic and fully refurbished with an eye to 21st century, there is WiFi access and yet the peace of a village and the style of a hunting lodge. We have one of the Highlands finest restaurants using crab and lobster from our own shores symbiotically fused with the wild game from the magnificent hills that surround our fabulous location. Situated enroute to the Orkney isles allowing a day trip to absorb the culture and sites yet returning to the log fire, fine food, Highland welcome and a dram before you retire to bed.

 

 

INVERNESS   The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel

The Glenmoriston Hotel offers stylish bedrooms, some with spectacular views over the River Ness. We are located only 10 minutes walk from the City Centre and the train station. Inverness airport is a short 20 minutes drive. Priding themselves on their attention to detail, The Glenmoriston guarantees a warm and friendly welcome to all its guests.

 

 

 

LOCH NESS, FOYERS, INVERNESS  The Craigdarroch House

With a superb, tranquil location, in a Highland forest near the famous Falls of Foyers waterfall, Craigdarroch House enjoys stunning panoramic views of Loch Ness. Craigdarroch House is a 4-star restaurant with rooms, boasting open log fires in the drawing room and lounge bar. The restaurant offers impressive cuisine and you can savour a candlelit dinner in the dining room with views of the loch. The lounge bar offers a fine malt whisky collection, with some 130 whiskies to choose from...

 

 

KINLOCHLEVEN (near GLENCOE)  The Tailrace Inn

The Tailrace Inn is situated in the centre of the scenic and historic village of Kinlochleven in the West Highlands of Scotland. Surrounded by the Mamore Mountains midway between Glencoe and Ben Nevis. It is an excellent base for walkers, climbers and those who enjoy outdoor activities.

 

 

 

 

MEY, CAITHNESS  Castle Arms Hotel

The Castle Arms Hotel is a former 19th Century coaching inn, situated 8 miles from John O'Groats, in the village of Mey. It is the nearest hotel to Gills Ferry to Orkney Isles, only a short distance from the Queen Mother's Highland home, the Castle of Mey. Set in 6 acres of open land adjacent to the North of Scotland's principal tourist route, it is ideally placed to cater for holidaymakers and travellers to Orkney. Dog friendly, with extensive dog walking possible.

 

 

NAIRN  Covenanters Inn

A comfortable family run inn (3 stars) in the historic village of Auldearn. The Covenanters is in an ideal location to explore the magnificent scenery of the North and West Highlands. Situated between Inverness and the historic town of Elgin and about 8 miles to Inverness Airport. We offer a wide choice of good food. The Kiln Lounge Bar offers excellent food in historic surroundings. It is situated in the 'mill' section of the building. After eating, why not enjoy a dram at the bar or sit in the conservatory and watch...

 

PORT APPIN   Airds Hotel and Restaurant

Airds is an 18th century Ferry Inn converted in to a small luxury 4 red star hotel with outstanding views over Loch Linnhe and the Morvern Mountains. The award winning restaurant is renowned for consistently achieving 3 rosettes for the food and Master Chef of Great Britain, Paul Burns, has just won Scottish Hotel Chef of the Year, 2007. The lounges offer a place to relax amidst sophisticated decor and roaring log fires. The 11 bedrooms and suites are individually decorated and all have luxury furnishings...

 

 

ROY BRIDGE, INVERNESS-SHIRE  The Stronlossit Inn

Nestling amidst the grandeur and majesty of the surrounding scenery, with the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Ben Nevis range, is a gem of Scottish highland tradition; a warm, welcoming, inn-style hotel of class and character. Fresh salmon, trout and lamb from Lochaber... typify the local produce that regularly features on the menu at the Stronlossit Hotel Restaurant. Delicious Highland fare is the order of the day, and the chefs at Stronlossit certainly know how to make the most of Scotland's natural larder.

 

 

ULLAPOOL  The Caledonian Hotel

The Caledonian Hotel overlooks Ullapool harbour and the colourful fishing boats on Loch Broom. One of the oldest hotels in Ullapool, the Caledonian combines the character of a west highland hotel with modern facilities and standards. Ullapool is the ideal location for exploring the west Highlands including Loch Maree, Lochnivar, Gairloch, and the Corrieshalloch Gorge. The capital of the Highlands, Inverness, is under 2 hours away providing ample opportunity for shopping trips.

 

 

Hotels & Inns in The Western Islands

 

STORNOWAY, ISLE OF LEWIS   The Royal Hotel

Stornoway's most historic hotel, the Royal nestles in the heart of Stornoway, beside the marina, where you can relax, enjoy the hotel's cosy character and enjoy dining in our Boatshed Restaurant or in HS1, the town's 1st cafe bar. While the Royal Hotel enjoys a delightful view over the colourful, bustling harbour to the splendour of Lews Castle and its grounds, the town centre is only around 200 metres walk....

 

 

 

Hotels & Inns in the Isle Of Skye

 

PORTREE, ISLE OF SKYE   The Cullin Hills Hotel

Set in 15 acres of mature private grounds, overlooking Portree Bay with views to the Cuillin Mountain range. From the moment you arrive you cannot fail to appreciate the Highland setting. The hotel has been awarded many accolades, including 2 AA Red Rosettes for food and in 2006, Hotel Review Scotland's 'Staff of the Year' Award. Enjoy traditional yet imaginative cuisine with superb views of the loch and Cuillin Hills. Food is also served in the bar/conservatory at lunchtime...

 

 

 

Hotels & Inns in the Orkney Islands

 

BURRAY, ORKNEY   The Sands Hotel

Four star recently upgraded character building situated along the shore of Scapa Flow in Burray village. All rooms are en-suite overlooking the beach and pier where local fishermen work. Our busy restaurant is open daily serving lunches, bar meals and a la carte. The rooms, restaurant, garden room and lounge bar are all non-smoking; smokers are allowed to smoke in the Sands Bar. The imposing building overlooks Burray Harbour, Watersound Bay and South Ronaldsay.

 

 

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