The Best Five
Star Hotels in Scotland

Boutique hotel. Delightful property. Great value. Popular among couples. A 25-minute drive from Fort William, Glencoe House offers accommodation in 10 acres of private gardens. There is free WiFi throughout the buildings, and free private parking on site. The 8 Glencoe House suites are situated in the mansion house where you occupy your own wing of the historic building and enjoy panoramic loch and mountain vistas. One or two-bedroom suites are available, all boasting bathrooms with The Highland Soap Company products and a sitting room with period features. Breakfast and a candle-lit dinner are served at your private dining room table (Dinner at an additional charge), located in your suite. Glencoe is known as the outdoor capital of the UK, and there are plenty of activities to keep guests entertained. There are walking routes nearby, as well as famous movie locations, the opportunity to sample our famous Scotch Whisky and breath taking scenery. The Strathcona Lodges are our self-catering accommodation, a stone’s throw from the house itself. We have six one bedroom self-catering lodges each with a private walled decking with hot tub, and outdoor seating (minimum two nights stay). The ground floor comprises a large and comfortable sitting room with a wood burning stove, a fully equipped kitchen complete with cooking facilities, a luxurious bathroom with bath and separate twin-headed shower. An elegant staircase takes you to the first floor to your peaceful bedroom with an emperor size bed. A welcome Breakfast pack is included in the rate of stay, a selection of beverages and pre-prepared meals are available at an additional cost. Show full description

Country House. Charming. Great views. Dungallan Country House is a adults only bed and breakfast guest house. In a beautiful, peaceful location, overlooking Oban Bay, the Isles of Kerrera, Lismore, Mull and the sound of Kerrera, this beautiful Victorian building is now a guest house. Originally built as a summer residence by the Duke of Argyll in 1870, Dungallan Country House Bed & Breakfast is situated on the edge of the town of Oban. The tranquil and secluded, yet commanding position means that the hotel offers superb views to 3 sides. Oban’s promenade and the town’s shops are just a 10-minute stroll away. All of the en suite rooms have been fully refurbished to a very high standard and most have magnificent sea views. Free wireless internet access is available throughout. There is a cozy and exclusive bar, offering a choice of local blended and single malt whiskies. With a huge picture window, the bar overlooks Oban Bay. The residents’ lounge is a great place to relax and read by the warmth of an open log fire. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Luxurious. Located on the shores of Loch Lomond within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Cameron House is a 20-minute drive from Glasgow Airport. It offers 5-star luxurious en suite bedrooms, a championship golf course, rooftop infinity pool and 4 restaurants. Rooms at Cameron House have a flat-screen TV with satellite and some Sky channels. A tea and coffee making facilities are also provided. Beds are adorned with Egyptian cotton sheets, bathrobes and complimentary ESPA toiletries. The rooftop infinity pool has spectacular views over Loch Lomond. There is the 18-hole championship golf course and the exclusive spa at The Carrick features 17 treatment rooms. The hotel has its own motor cruiser boat, the Celtic Warrior. The cruiser has daily loch excursions and can also be privately chartered. The Celtic Warrior can take up to 10 passengers. Dining is available at the Cameron Grill, where you'll enjoy quality Scottish cuisine. Discover hearty classics in the Cameron Club Restaurant and The Tavern, delicious pizzas, pastas and brunches at The Boat House, and choice of light bites in The Great Scots' Bar, there’s plenty to choose from. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Great views. Popular among couples. Nestled in the picturesque Scottish Highlands, Fonab Castle, refurbished and opened in 2013, boasts luxurious rooms, scenic views, mature gardens, free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Each individually designed room has been decorated sympathetically to blend a contemporary style with the original room features. Luxury Egyptian cotton, a flat-screen smart TV with Revo entertainment system, a Nespresso coffee maker, tea making facilities, fresh fruit and mineral water are also included. The elegant en suite bathroom has a spacious walk-in power shower, bathrobes, slippers, and Thierry Mugler toiletries. Some rooms offer views of the Loch Faskally or of the Highlands’ landscape. Fonab Castle Hotel has 2 on-site restaurants; the Fonab Brasserie offering lighter meals and the Sandemans Fine Dining Restaurant for a sophisticated dining experience. On warmer days, diners may enjoy an al fresco dinner on the terrace overlooking the loch. The cellars boast a great selection of wines, whiskies and gins. The property also offers Pod's for an inside/outside dining experience. Pitlochry Golf is only a 5-minute drive away, and the world-famous historic Gleneagles is a 40 miles from Fonab Castle Hotel. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Elegant. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Situated in Aberdeen, 6.7 km from Beach Ballroom, The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. You can play billiards and mini-golf at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. The accommodation provides a business centre, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms come with a safety deposit box, while some rooms include a patio and others also boast garden views. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 5.2 km from the accommodation, while Aberdeen Harbour is 5.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 11 km from The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa. Show full description

Country House. Elegant. Great value. Set amongst the beautiful Scottish West Highlands scenery, 19th-century Inverlochy is an award-winning luxury hotel and restaurant. Fort William town centre is just 6.4 km away. The Menu features modern British cuisine which is internationally recognised by all major guides. We have been awarded AA 3 Red Rosettes. All of the individually designed rooms have sumptuous decor, with a TV, CD player and a private bathroom. A DVD player and Play Station 2 are available on request. Striking mountainside views may be enjoyed. Leisure activities at Inverlochy include tennis, fishing and clay pigeon shooting. Free WiFi internet access and free parking are available. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Comfortable beds. The luxurious Victoria Square and the Orangery Restaurant shares the elegance of this desirable area of Stirling, with a selection of distinctly styled en suite rooms. Limited on-site parking and Free Wi-Fi are available at Victoria Square, just 4 minutes drive from the majestic Stirling Castle.. All rooms have their own en suite shower, with bathrobes and complementary toiletries supplied, with the Superior Four Poster room featuring a decadent roll top bath. Each room has a 32-inch flat-screen TV, mini-fridge and tea and coffee facilities. Breakfast is cooked to order each morning. An evening dining is available Wednesday to Saturday. Victoria Square and the Orangery Restaurant is just a 2-minute walk from the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, and the impressively scenic course of Stirling Golf Club. A diverse range of stores and restaurants can be found at the Thistles Shopping Centre, a 7-minute walk away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Cool. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. The Bonnie Badger features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Gullane. Built in 19th century, this 5-star hotel is within 2.9 km of Aberlady Bay Beach and 1.3 km of Muirfield. The property is allergy-free and is located 1 km from Gullane Beach. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Each room comes with a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while certain rooms include a terrace and some have garden views. At the hotel every room comes with bed linen and towels. The Bonnie Badger provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Staff speak English, French, Japanese and Portuguese at the 24-hour front desk. Royal Mile is 33 km from the accommodation, while Edinburgh Waverley station is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 43 km from The Bonnie Badger. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Rooftop bar. Overlooking West Sands Beach and the Links Golf Course, Old Course Hotel features a luxury spa and award-winning restaurant. Set in a magnificent building, the hotel has scenic views and elegant rooms. The Old Course Hotel St Andrews has the Kohler Waters Spa, which offers luxury spa treatments, a hydrotherapy pool, experience showers and cold plunge pool. There is also a 20-metre swimming pool and fitness centre. The refurbished bedrooms at Old Course have sumptuous décor and modern bathrooms with designer toiletries. With original character, rooms also feature flat-screen TVs and fluffy bathrobes. Free Wi-Fi is included. With 3 AA-Rosettes, Road Hole Restaurant offers fine dining and over 200 whiskies, the contemporary Swilcan Loft serving an eclectic international menu with locally sourced Scottish produce and the most famous 19th hole in golf – The Jigger Inn, serving traditional pub food and its very own Jigger Ale. Situated in scenic St Andrews, Old Course Hotel is just metres from the rugged Scottish coastline and North Sea. Nearby Dundee can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Elegant. Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk. With its own splendid clock tower, The Balmoral offers 5-star accommodation in the heart of Edinburgh. First opened in 1902, The Balmoral now offers rooms with a spacious marble bathroom and an interactive TV. Many rooms have views towards Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. Number One Restaurant provides a fine dining menu, while Brasserie Prince offers an informal dining atmosphere. Palm Court features afternoon tea and the Bar Prince serves innovative cocktails in a relaxed setting, while the SCOTCH offers over 500 varieties of Scottish Whisky. With a sauna and a Turkish steam room, The Balmoral Spa features 5 treatment rooms and an exercise studio. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Great interior design. Between Stranraer and Girvan, Glenapp Castle in Ballantrae offers luxurious accommodation in 36 acres of gardens and woodland. Dating back to 1870, this 5-star South Ayrshire hotel includes an award-winning restaurant and provides free on-site parking and Wi-Fi. All rooms and suites at Glenapp Castle include a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Each has an en suite bathroom with bath, shower, hairdryer, bathrobe and complimentary toiletries. Rooms have views of the sea or gardens. The restaurant offers gourmet 6-course dining, and indulgent afternoon tea is also served. An extensive list of wines and champagne is offered. Glenapp Castle is around 35 minutes’ drive from Galloway Forest Park. Ayr, Troon and Prestwick Airport are all around 1 hour’s drive north of Ballantrae. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Kimpton - Blythswood Square Hotel is in Glasgow city centre, a short walk from Sauchiehall Street. It has been restored to offer luxury rooms with free Wi-Fi and beautiful architecture. The 5-star Glasgow hotel dates from 1823, and was once the home of the Royal Scottish Automobile Club. The restaurant and bar are relaxed and elegant and housed in the former ballroom. You can enjoy afternoon tea in The Salon with its good views and stylish atmosphere. Each bedroom has bathrobes, a digital TV, mp3 system and a marble bathroom. Spa at Blythswood Square is being reimagined. Whilst we’re beyond excited for the amazing new facilities to come, it does mean that there are changes to our offering until summer 2023. Guest can enjoy our all new spa experience whilst staying during our complimentary access times of 7.30am - 9.30am (last entry 9am) and 5pm - 8pm (last entry 7.30pm). Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Rooftop bar. Overlooking the famous Old Course in St Andrews centre, Rusacks St Andrews features valet parking is available and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms each have a modern bathroom with free designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms also feature a flat-screen satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The Bridge and Eighteen, a three AA Rosette restaurant serves delectable Scottish dishes using produce from local suppliers Just a 10-minute walk from St Andrews Castle, the Rusacks St Andrews is a 20-minute drive from Dundee. Dundee Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Cool. Popular among women. Established in 1924, The Gleneagles Hotel is a prestigious resort in the heart of Scotland. Set within 850 acres, it offers 3 championship golf courses and an ESPA spa, along with a falconry school. Guests can also enjoy off-road driving, horse-riding, dog training, and shooting. This grand resort offers a variety of elegant rooms and luxurious suites. Many feature views over the extensive grounds and free Wi-Fi. The en suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries. In the mornings, the Gleneagles Hotel serves an award-winning full Scottish breakfast. With 4 fine dining restaurants, guests can enjoy imaginative menus in the Michelin Starred Andrew Fairlie restaurant, along with the Birnam Brasserie, the formal Strathearn, and the lively Dormy Bar and Grill. Gleneagles Hotel also offers The Club, where guests can enjoy fitness classes. It boasts 2 swimming pools, a sauna, a steam room, gym, and an outdoor hot tub. Set amongst rolling hills, the resort is home to The PGA Centenary and National Academy Golf Courses, along with The King’s Course and The Queen’s Course. Show full description

Country House. Charming. Cosy rooms. Set in 25-acres of beautiful Scottish countryside, Kinloch House Hotel is just one mile from the Loch Drumellie. It offers en suite bedrooms and a fine restaurant. Large bedrooms at the Kinloch Hotel feature baths, showers, bathrobes and free toiletries. They also include TVs, hairdryers and comfortable seating areas whilst free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Fine Scottish cuisine is on the menu at the restaurant, including fantastic game and seafood dishes. Tea can be taken in the conservatory or in front of a roaring log fire. There is also a Victorian walled garden with stunning views. Blairgowrie, Strathmore, Alyth and Dunkeld & Birnam golf clubs are all within a 10-minute drive of the hotel. Dundee Airport is 25-minutes away and free parking is available at Kinloch House. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Great value. Ness Walk features free WiFi and rooms with air conditioning in Inverness. Boasting a terrace, this hotel is set near attractions such as Inverness Castle. The property has a restaurant. At the hotel, each room includes a desk. Featuring a private bathroom, certain rooms at Ness Walk also boast a patio. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A continental breakfast is served daily at the property. The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day. Caledonian Canal is 2.2 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 17 km from Ness Walk. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Beautiful. Superb breakfast. This elegant and intimate exclusive retreat in the heart of the Scottish Highlands overlooks the mysterious and beautiful Loch Ness. Bringing together the very best of traditional Scottish architecture and contemporary design, Loch Ness Lodge is a luxurious venue in a truly inspirational setting. The lodge features 9 sumptuous, individually designed bedrooms, elegant reception rooms, a therapy area, and access to some of Scotland's most stunning scenery. Whatever your needs may be, the perfect venue awaits you at Loch Ness Lodge whether you are planning a corporate event with a difference, a house party celebration or an intimate wedding. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Situated in Dornoch, Links House at Royal Dornoch has a restaurant, bar, terrace, and free WiFi. Private parking is available at the property. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Guests at Links House at Royal Dornoch can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Links House at Royal Dornoch can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Tain is 15 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 80 km from Links House at Royal Dornoch. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Popular among couples. Cromlix is owned by Kim and Andy Murray. Nestled in the scenic Scottish countryside just three miles from Dunblane, this historic mansion is located in 34 acres of secluded woodlands and landscaped garden grounds with its own chapel, loch, tennis and pickleball courts. Cromlix offers 15 bedrooms plus a Gateside Lodge, The Glasshouse Restaurant & Bar and several beautiful private dining & meeting rooms. Cromlix reimagines what a country house hotel can be with an exquisite, contemporary style and a refreshingly relaxed vibe. Discover the charm, spontaneity and serendipity that can happen when elegance is undone. The creative force behind the hotel is Andy’s wife Kim who takes an active role in shaping the Cromlix experience. The interiors are alive with the vibrant colours of nature, verdant greenery and botanical flourishes and filled with contemporary art and imaginative moments. Inspiration has been drawn from the naturally peaceful setting and sprinkled over with a little fun and a generous helping of drama. From the upholstery to the fresh florals, from the artwork to the lettering on the menu, each detail has been carefully, personally, curated – with a strong preference given to local Scottish artisans, suppliers, and designers. Cromlix delivers a fresh, natural, fun and effortless take on the quintessential country house experience, where the mood is relaxed, guests can unwind, be themselves and enjoy a characteristically welcoming stay. Quality is intrinsic to the hotel’s approach, from the carefully sourced local produce in the restaurant to the finesse with which it’s served. Renowned for impeccable service and attention to detail, but there’s no need to stand on ceremony or make a fuss. Engaging but unobtrusive, the team are always on the lookout for ways to craft special moments. On-site activities include lots of lovely walks and trails, archery, laser clays, falconry, garden games and in-room spa treatments which can also be booked in advance. Guests can also enjoy The Billiards Room with its gorgeous mix of emerald and floral colours. Show full description

Luxury Hotel. Hip. Great location. Popular among women. Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is situated in Edinburgh, just metres from Princes Street and George Street. The rooms offer a flat-screen Smart TV, 300 thread count bed linen, a complimentary treat box and a fridge with complimentary fresh milk and mineral water. The en suite bathrooms have a selection of complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is served in The Garden, an indoor courtyard, which serves food and drink throughout the day, including salads, hot dishes, cakes, spritzers and Scottish cocktails in the evening. Another dining option is BABA, a mezze and charcoal grill restaurant and cocktail bar. It offers Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests have complimentary access to the leisure facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and spa. The spa offers a full range of treatments including facials and massages at an additional cost. The hotel is at the heart of Edinburgh’s financial district and is just 5 minutes’ walk from Waverley Railway Station. It is 7 miles from Edinburgh Airport. Show full description