
The following hotels and inns are located close to the sea or loch. Please scroll down the page to view seaside and lochside inns throughout Scotland.
Craigdarroch House, Foyers
With a superb quiet location in a Highland forest near Falls of Foyers waterfall, Craigdarroch House has open log fires and stunning panoramic views of Loch Ness.
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Cuillin Hills Hotel, Portree
Set in 15 acres of mature private grounds, overlooking Portree Bay with views to the Cuillin Mountain range..
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Seaside and Lochside Inns in Scotland
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 its food. 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..
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 NESS, FOYERS, INVERNESS The Craigdarroch House
With a tranquil location in a highland forest, Craigdarroch House Hotel has panoramic views of Loch Ness. There is free Wi-Fi. Craigdarroch House features elegant rooms, some with four-poster beds. The lounge bar houses a large malt whisky collection and an open log fire. With views over Loch Ness, the candlelit restaurant serves a menu of local produce. Craigdarroch House is near Falls of Foyers waterfall, and has a conservatory where guests can watch wildlife. Within easy reach are Loch Ness cruises, golf courses and water sports facilities.
ULLAPOOL 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
PORTREE, ISLE OF SKYE The Cuillin Hills Hotel
In 15 acres of private grounds, this hotel boasts spectacular views over Portree Bay to the Cuillin Mountain range. It has an award-winning restaurant/art gallery and a range of whiskies on offer. The rooms at Cuillin Hills Hotel have warm, traditional décor and all feature satellite TV; some also look out over the bay. The View Restaurant offers a menu sampling local seafood. Malt Embassy has been awarded for its range of whiskies, and there is relaxed dining in the Brasserie. Boat trips around the beautiful Isle leave from Portree harbour, 0.5 miles away.
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. Built in 1845, the hotel would originally...
BURRAY, ORKNEY The Sands Hotel
Set in a 19th-century building, Sands Hotel is situated along the shore of Scapa Flow in Burray village. It has a bar, a restaurant and beautiful sea views. A general store and newspaper shop are a short walk away and Pentland Ferries terminal at St Margaret’s Hope is 4 miles away. All rooms at Sands have an en-suite bathroom and views of the beach. The Watersound Restaurant offers an à la carte menu with an emphasis on seafood. Kirkwall Airport is reachable within 20 minutes and parking is free at the hotel.
KILCHRENAN, TAYNUILT, ARGYLL Taychreggan Hotel
One of Scotland’s top country house hotels, beautifully situated right on the shores of Loch Awe in one of the most spectacular areas of Scotland. Amid mountains, Lochs, forests and an abundance of wildlife - the perfect venue for the walker, fisherman, ornithologist, photographer or simply an “away from it all” break. Taychreggan has won major awards for food, customer care and it’s romantic setting and is accredited in the in the exclusive Good Food Guide, Michelin Guide, The Good Hotel Guide and Best Loved Hotels of the World. The RAC selected the hotel for two prestigious merit awards - the Restaurant Certificate of Merit and the Hospitality Certificate of Merit. RAC***AA 2 Rosettes along with the Les Routiers Golden Key and Regional Hotel of the Year - Scotland award. Open All Year.
CULLEN Cullen Bay Hotel
Enjoying a beautiful and elevated position on the Moray Firth Coast in the North-East of Scotland, this is an AA 3-star family-run hotel, offering outstanding accommodation in beautifully furnished rooms. This hotel offers high-quality cuisine in the elegant and renowned Veranda Restaurant, as well as a relaxing, spacious lounge bar. Activities in the area include golf, fishing, bowling, pony-trekking, cycling, gliding, bird watching, walking and much more.
ABERDOUR, FIFE The Aberdour Hotel
A friendly, family-run hotel situated in one of Fife's picturesque coastal villages, specialising in fresh fare, using local Scottish produce where possible. Real ale is always available on tap, and the establishment has once again been included in this year’s ‘Camra’ Good Beer Guide. Although the buildings date back to the 17th century, all 16 bedrooms have en-suite facilities. The hotel is an ideal base for touring, golf breaks and for visiting Edinburgh which is just 30 minutes by car/rail...
NSTRUTHER, FIFE Symphony Craw's Nest Hotel and Restaurant
Only a 10 minute drive from St Andrews, The Symphony Craws Nest Hotel is set in one of the beautiful Royal Burghs in the East Neuk of Fife. The Hotel is a former manse and provides our guests with the ideal base to explore the rugged beauty of the Fife coastline. Our restaurant serves table d'hote lunch and a la carte dinner, particularly renowned for its mouth watering seafood, fresh everyday from the local fish market in neighbouring Pittenweem. Catering for all tastes, we offer bar lunches...
ST ANDREWS, FIFE Greyfriars Hotel
A warm welcome to Greyfriars. Our delightful hotel nestles in the heart of historic St. Andrews. Fine food, exquisite luxury and the true warmth of Scottish hospitality ensure our guests have a memorable and relaxing stay. The most modern of contemporary style in all our rooms combined with the finest of traditional design gives our hotel a wonderful welcoming ambience. On our doorstep are the medieval streets of St. Andrews, where pubs, restaurants and antique shops sit next to buildings from...
ROWARDENNEAN, LOCH LOMOND Rowardennan Hotel
On the banks of Loch Lomond in the magnificent Queen Elizabeth Forest, this hotel has spectacular views of Ben Lomond, the loch and mountains to the north. Rowardennan Hotel is accessible, yet remote. It is an hour from Glasgow, but located at the foot of Ben Lomond (974 metres high) and encircled by woodland. There are 2 bars and an excellent restaurant serving local, fresh produce. Rowardennan Hotel dates back to 1696 and has a contemporary Scottish style. Many of the cosy rooms have stunning views.
LOCH LOMOND Cameron House Hotel
Located on the shores of Loch Lomond, Cameron House is a 20-minute drive from Glasgow Airport. It offers luxurious en-suite bedrooms, golf course, rooftop pool with spectacular views over Loch Lomond, and 4 restaurants. There is the 18-hole championship golf course and the exclusive spa features 17 treatment rooms. The hotel has its own motor cruiser boat, the Celtic Warrior.. Fine dining is available at Martin Wishart’s, whilst the Cameron Grill has its own butchery and wine cellar. The New England-style Boathouse overlooks the Loch as does the Claret Jug. ..
LOCH LOMOND The Oak Tree Inn
The Oak Tree Inn is a small family-run establishment on the east shore of Loch Lomond and has a real log fire in the bar. Standing in the shade of a magnificent 500 year old oak tree, this unique country inn is constructed from locally quarried slate and offers a perfect tranquil location for those wishing to escape from the rush of modern day life.
GLENCOE, BALLACHULISH, ARGYLL The Ballachulish Hotel
Make yourself at home at one of Scotland's most famous hotels: The Ballachulish. Situated in a breathtaking setting by the loch, at the foot of Glencoe, the Ballachulish Hotel features the Bùlas Bar and Bistro and offers a warm welcome and comfort all year round. All of the beautiful rooms reflect the region’s Highland heritage and many of the rooms have stunning views of the loch and of the breathtaking mountain scenery all around. All guests can enjoy complimentary use of the nearby leisure centre...
INVERARAY, ARGYLL Argyll Hotel
Few hotels in the Western Highlands have such long and distinguished history as The Argyll Hotel. The Argyll was designed in 1750 by the famous builder John Adam. The interior of the Argyll reflects its history and the elegant style of its renowned creator. Completely modernised and refurbished, the hotel is now one of the premier hotels on the West Coast of Scotland, offering excellent standards of food and accommodation. Set at the gates to Inveraray Castle, the Argyll Hotel offers splendid views...
LOCHGOILHEAD, ARGYLL Lochgoilhead Hotel
Lochgoilhead sits at the head of Loch Goil, a fjord-type sea loch within the Loch Lomond National Park, only one hour from Glasgow Airport. With a special location surrounded by hills, and with superb loch views, Lochgoilhead is an old coaching inn located in the heart of the village. It offers 5 en-suite bedrooms all with a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel is one mile from the Drimsynie Leisure Centre and Golf Course, where guests have use of the swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi...
OBAN, ARGYLL The Caledonian Hotel
Oban’s landmark hotel, this historic building is ideally located close to the ferry port and train station, offering 4-star accommodation and some fantastic views of the waterfront. Now carefully refurbished and under family ownership, this fine hotel offers stylish, contemporary comfort and service. Gaze seaward as the sun slips behind the Hebridean hills and a friendly Highland hospitality unfolds. Discover the hotel’s Harbourside Restaurant or choose the informal Café Caledonian – relaxed during the day...
IRVINE, AYRSHIRE The Marina Inn
Overlooking the picturesque harbour in Irvine's harbour-side district, the Marina Inn offers good-value accommodation close to Irvine's sandy beach and railway station. Prestwick Airport is 8 miles (13 km) away. Some rooms have a beautiful harbour view. All rooms are spacious, with en-suite bathroom facilities and a 32-inch wall-mounted flat-screen TV with Freeview digital channels and a DVD player. Guests also have access to a free DVD library.