Explore the Top 8 Hotels in the Scottish Highlands
This guide to the best luxury, 5-star, and design-forward hotels in Scottish Highlands, Scotland is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
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 private 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 features 2 swimming pools, a sauna, a steam room, gym, and an outdoor hot tub. Set among 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.
Guest Reviews:
- "The staff were exceptional . Facilities and hotel all beautifully presented . A memorable stay ." - "Perfect Christmas holiday" - "Fantastic !" - "Literally felt like king and queen by staff members for 24 hours" - "60th birthday celebrations" - "Luxury at the Glorious Playground - a place to relax, celebrate and can’t wait to go again" - "Absolutely amazing. Staff can't do enough for you ." - "Excellent stay and the rest of the staff 1st Class."
Superb
797 reviews
Situated in 1.5 acres of elevated grounds, 'Knockendarroch Hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from Pitlochry town centre. The elegant rooms offer wonderful views of Tummel Valley, Ben Vrackie or the pretty gardens. Set in a magnificent stone-built Victorian building, the rooms have been individually decorated in a simple, elegant style. All rooms have an en suite bathroom and a TV. The period property boasts original features and traditional charm. Larch House Suite and Garden Rooms sit just 30m to the south east of the main hotel, down approx 30 steps. Built as a home in 2017, Larch House is of timber construction and has all the environmental and design credentials you would expect of a modern building. The house has undergone a major transformation to create three lovely garden rooms. The dinner menu changes daily and includes vegetarian options. The lounge has cosy log fires and offers a selection of malt whiskies and gins and wines. Special diets can be catered for and packed lunches and early breakfasts are available on request. The Knockendarroch Hotel is less than a mile from the Festival Theatre, Pitlochry Railway Station and the Tummel River. The Scottish Highlands are well known for cycling, walking, fishing and hunting and Edinburgh city centre is a 1 hour and 25-minute drive away.
Guest Reviews:
- "Very enjoyable and relaxing stay, complimented by the attentive and polite staff." - "The one hotel we would come back to" - "An absolute treat" - "Thoroughly recommend." - "Fantastic, would highly recommend!" - "break away" - "Exquisite short break." - "Spotlessly clean, friendly and efficient staff with a lovely hotel and great views" - "A quite exceptional small hotel with equally helpful and professional staff."
Superb
479 reviews
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 1.4 mi from the accommodations. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 11 mi from Ness Walk.
Guest Reviews:
- "Always consistently excellent." - "Outstanding, we will return!" - "My new favourite hotel in Inverness" - "Exceptional experience" - "Beautiful Hotel with wonderful staff" - "Very relaxing and comfortable stay." - "Five star service at a well appointed hotel along the river." - "Wonderful overnight stay with family at this lovely hotel." - "The best place to stay in Inverness without doubt" - "Excellent hotel, highly recommended."
Superb
912 reviews
Nestled in the picturesque Scottish Highlands, Fonab Castle, refurbished and opened in 2013, features 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. The elegant private bathroom has a spacious walk-in power shower, bathrobes, slippers, and Thierry Mugler toiletries. 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. 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, whiskeys 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.
Guest Reviews:
- "Lovely" - "Perfect pre Christmas treat" - "Very chilled experience will definatly be back" - "Highly recommended hotel. Expensive but very luxurious and staff were brilliant. Relaxed atmosphere." - "Excellent stay friendly staff nothing too much trouble and excellent food and service in a stunning location" - "This stay was fabulous in every way and was worth the price." - "Great staff, great hotel will definitely be back"
Fabulous
980 reviews
Located in the heart of Inverness, this award-winning, luxurious boutique hotel and bar features a convenient setting within a few minutes’ walk of the High Street and Inverness Castle. Prepare to be captivated by the magic of Rocpool Reserve, where the epitome of luxury and exclusivity awaits you. Each moment spent with us is designed to be a unique and unforgettable experience, and we are committed to creating lasting memories for our cherished guests. With modern, original design. Rocpool's luxurious rooms feature large flat-screen TVs with coffee/tea/hot chocolate machines, Egyptian cotton linen, and velvet bathrobes. Some rooms also offer double showers, outdoor hot tubs, private balconies and split-level rooms. Rocpool Reserve is pleased to offer a Lounge Menu, exclusively for residents, available daily from 12:30pm until 8:00pm. Our team will also be delighted to assist with reservations for lunch or dinner at any local restaurant. An exclusive hideaway in the center of the city, Rocpool is within 20 minutes of Inverness Airport and approximately 5 minutes from Inverness bus and train stations, making all local attractions easily accessible.
Guest Reviews:
- "Elegant boutique hotel" - "A charming hotel wi a great location and luxury services" - "Great stay! Excellent hospitality" - "Fantastic well located property when visiting Inverness." - "Would recommend it WITHOUT HESITATION !!!" - "Very comfortable stay and easy to relax with a lounge bar menu available for dinner." - "Lovely rooms and very friendly staff" - "would recommend and would stay again." - "Overpriced"
Good
165 reviews
Located in Kinloch Rannoch, 17 mi from Castle Menzies, Dunalastair Hotel Suites features accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge, and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make use of a bar. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box, and some rooms also boast mountain views. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A continental, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast is available each morning at the property. At Dunalastair Hotel Suites, you will find a restaurant serving British, Scottish, and local cuisine. Vegetarian, halal, and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodations. Blair Castle is 17 mi from Dunalastair Hotel Suites, while the Scottish Crannog Center is 17 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Dundee Airport, 61 mi from the hotel.
Guest Reviews:
- "Had an amazing time, the staff were so kind!!" - "Princess for a night" - "Never had better customer service" - "3 nights chilled stay" - "Excellent stay,felt some of meal a bit pricy eg £5 for peppercorn sauce and onion rings" - "Thank you Mrs Tarek for so kindly posting my son’s breathing machine to Malaysia." - "Worth the detour!" - "First class property with great hardworking staff" - "Totally enjoyed our stay"
Very Good
1160 reviews
Offering a restaurant, 24-hours room service and a spa, Isle of Eriska Hotel Spa & Island is set in 300 acres of lush landscapes in Oban. Free WiFi is available throughout and free private parking is possible onsite. All the luxurious rooms at Isle of Eriska Hotel Spa & Island feature the finest bed linen and warm, contemporary décor. Bathrobes, free toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV are included in all rooms. The Spa at The Stables offers a range of ESPA products and treatments, an ozone indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room. Guests can also make use of the gym, sports hall and swimming pool, together with a specialized sports massage. All ages and abilities are welcome in the golf course and driving range, which is open daily from 08:00 until 20:00. Guests can also unwind in the Piano room and the Library, with an art deco fireplace and a wonderful selection of whiskeys, cocktails and house wines available throughout the day. An array of outdoors activities can be enjoyed in the area, including archery, water sports, fishing, cycling, walking and clay pigeon shooting. This property is just 6 minutes’ drive off the A828 road, and 3 minutes’ drive from Barcaldine Castle.
Guest Reviews:
- "A wonderful stay for a very special treat" - "Just perfect" - "A blissful birthday treat" - "Isle of eriska stay" - "Very relaxing and we have been spoiled" - "Amazing location, super service and lovely food. We really enjoyed our visit." - "Luxurious, stunning location and hotel. Very very relaxing, dispute lots to do." - "Hidden gem in the Scottish highlands" - "Incredible location backed up by excellent service."
Fabulous
181 reviews
Atholl Hotel is quiet, friendly and has a popular restaurant, and rooms with free broadband internet access. It is a short west of central Aberdeen. Atholl Hotel is located off Anderson Drive, which is one of Aberdeen's main roads. There is easy access to Aberdeen Airport, train station and the city. Traditional Scottish food is served in the restaurant and lounge bar.
Guest Reviews:
- "Absolutely great." - "Very enjoyable stay in a nice residential neighborhood" - "I’d stay again" - "Comfort, Friendly Service, Good Food and Great Value" - "Always a good place to stay" - "Great place to stay for a couple of days before the ferry" - "Great stay, really nice place" - "Great staff needs bringing up to date and less Fawlty Towers"
Fabulous
1698 reviews
