Scotland's Most Romantic Hotels

The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features. Lavishly furnished suites display gothic touches, with large oak beds and 4-posters, velvet-lined walls and flamboyant red and gold décor indicative of the style. There are separate seating areas and large bathrooms with free-standing silver baths. Each of The Witchery’s 9 suites is different, but walk-in dressing rooms, love seats and tapestries set the tone. Some rooms overlook Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, looking down towards Princes Street, or across to the old town. An indulgent breakfast hamper will be served in the room each morning or guests can choose to have a cooked breakfast served in the restaurant at no extra cost. The Witchery’s seductive glamor has caught the attention of The Times, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler, and many celebrity fans have enjoyed its suites. The impressive restaurant also showcases fine Scottish dishes in similarly decadent surroundings.

- "Magical" - "Really sets the scene for the history of the city." - "Incredible, Unique Experience" - "Step back in history and live like royalty right next to Edinburgh castle!" - "Maximalist, luxurious, indulgent!" - "Opulence and luxury" - "Would definitely come back" - "Breathtaking luxury in the heart of Edinburgh" - "Excellent, would definitely recommend this hote." - "An amazing experience in a boutique hotel at the very heart of Edinburgh’s history coupled with a fine dining restaurant"

This luxurious 5-star retreat has a fine-dining restaurant and romantic bedrooms about 1.9 mi from the Royal Mile. Prestonfield is surrounded by gardens and a golf course. Busses to the city center are a 5-minute walk away. Parking is free. Each stylish room at Prestonfield House has antique furnishings, free Wi-Fi, plasma TV, a stocked mini-bar and views of the gardens and parkland. Rhubarb Restaurant serves excellent Scottish cuisine and traditional afternoon teas. The terraces, drawing room and gardens are relaxed, beautiful places to unwind.

- "We highly recommend Prestonfield House, and hope to come back!" - "Luxurious Edinburgh with space and a whisky room." - "A really special getaway." - "Once in a lifetime experience!" - "Beautiful house and amazing staff. A few things we didn’t like. Not sure we’d go back." - "An elegant and sumptuous Scottish experience" - "Great place to stay" - "Pleasant and enjoyable with excellent friendly staff" - "Nice experience"

Cavens Country House, DINNER INCLUSIVE! offers accommodations in Kirkbean, 20 miles from Caerlaverock Castle and 30 miles from Drumlanrig Castle. 12 miles from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club and 13 miles from Dumfries and County Golf Club, the property provides a garden and a bar. There's a terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. All rooms include a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, and fruit are available. Guests can eat at the on-site traditional restaurant, while packed lunches are also available upon request. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at this 4-star country house. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 73 miles away.

- "A relaxing comfortable stay, highly recommend" - "Gorgeous Country House" - "Beautiful break in the Scottish countryside with delicious food, lovely views and great hotel owner" - "Very quiet but excellent" - "A true Country House hotel - homely and very comfortable." - "Lovely hotel provided every need in a relaxed environment"

A landmark hotel in Scotland’s biggest, most vibrant city, Glasgow’s Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel and Spa combines the elegance of a stately 19th-century Georgian townhouse with the luxe modern amenities of a five-star property. Celebrated for its superior service, well-loved Spa at Blythswood Square, unique event venues and spacious rooms that feel both grand and grounded. The restaurant, iasg, named after the Gaelic word for fish, serves seafood from the waters of Scotland in the most sustainable way possible. Whether you’re indulging in a celebratory seafood dinner, a quick bite to eat, or leisurely weekend drinks sound-tracked by our resident DJs, everyone will feel at home. The five-star property continues to define Glaswegian luxury as the only hotel in the city with AA accreditation. And you can’t beat the location—private gardens right outside the doors, with the city center just beyond.

- "Beautiful hotel BUT the room wasn’t the best location." - "Amazing as always! Love staying here" - "Great quality hotel in the centre of Glasgow" - "Highly recommend" - "all round the best time ever love the blythswood and there staff to the man who opens the door to the porter bringing yo" - "On a small birthday getaway.. enjoyed the property the restaurant, the spa.. everything was perfect" - "Family trip to Scotland was enhanced by our stay at this hotel!"

Kinloch Lodge Hotel and Restaurant is a family-run former 17th-century hunting lodge, located at the foot of a long private drive up Kinloch Hill on the shoreline of Loch Na Dal. Its location on the South of Skye offers an array of natural beauty and quiet surroundings. Free Wifi is available throughout the property. All rooms feature an private bathroom with L'Occitane toiletries and a flat-screen TV with DVD player. Guests can enjoy massages, facials, salt scrubs and reflexology within Kinloch’s treatment room. Seasonal and local produce are used to create the award-winning dishes served in the elegant dining room. A selection of fine wines is also available to complement the food. Scenic walks can be taken in the surrounding area, and staff can provide detailed maps. Wilderness adventures with Kinloch's own guide offers fishing, foraging, stalking and wild walks. Tours of the famous Talisker whiskey distillery can be arranged, and it can be reached in less than an hour’s drive.

- "Realaxing perfect stay at kinloch lodge" - "Exceptional" - "Family break to discover Skye"

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. 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, Telephone, Air conditioning and Desk, 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 Whiskey. With a sauna and a Turkish steam room, The Balmoral Spa features 5 treatment rooms and an exercise studio. With its own splendid clock tower, The Balmoral offers 5-star accommodations in the heart of Edinburgh. The city’s airport is a 25-minute drive from the building.

- "Effortlessly elegant, yet comfy and personalised." - "Beautiful historic hotel in every way in a beautiful historic city" - "Best hotel in Edinburgh period" - "Very nice!" - "Meeting Clients in an excellent environment" - "Very nice hotel with great location" - "Wonderful experience each time we go it gets better n better" - "I’ll be back in October when (hopefully) most tourists go home. And yes, I’m a tourist."

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.

- "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"

Duisdale House Hotel is a luxury, award winning, family-run boutique hotel on Skye’s southern Sleat Peninsular. With breath taking views over the sea loch to the mountains beyond, this former hunting lodge, oozes character and charm. Each of our individually styled bedrooms is unique and distinctive and complements the historic features of Duisdale House. From standard or twin rooms with woodland views, to deluxe sea view rooms and luxury lodges we are sure you will find staying at Duisdale House a delight. Comfort and relaxation is paramount with each room thoughtfully equipped with everything you need for your stay, including free wifi, LCD TVs, private bathrooms with rainfall showers, bathrobes and luxury toiletries. Our deluxe rooms all have espresso coffee machines. Dogs are now welcome. The hotel features an award winning Restaurant, and an elegant lounge with high ceilings and log fire and patio overlooking the gardens. There is also a stylish, contemporary bar, well stocked with local gins and malt whiskey. With 2 AA Rosettes for food, and a focus on fresh local produce, dining is always a special occasion at Duisdale. Located only 10 minutes from Broadford, Duisdale is well located to explore the many world class attractions of Skye. Newcomer, Torabhaig Distillery, is a short drive away and well worth a visit to sample one of Scotland’s newest malts.

- "It was a very pleasurable stay with fantastic service from all staff members. Thank you so much!" - "A Wonderful Stay at Duisdale House Hotel – Isleornsay" - "Perfect end to our holiday" - ""Duisdale House: Spacious Historic Comfort in Skye" - "Amazing hotel overall"

The Pierhouse Hotel sits on the shores of Loch Linnhe in the village of Port Appin. With an informal, relaxed atmosphere, the hotel has 12 contemporary styled bedrooms, spectacular sea views, a bar with a welcoming wood-burning fire and choice of 90 whiskeys. Inside The Pierhouse Hotel, each room features a TV, an iPod dock and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include a DVD player and satellite channels. With views over the loch, the hotel's award winning seafood restaurant serves freshly prepared, locally-sourced seafood and game. The restaurant offers a la carte dining at lunch and at dinner, including a children's menu and an extensive wine list. Oban Airport is less than 15 miles from the property and Dunstaffnage Castle is 18 miles away.

- "First class, memorable and it won’t be our last visit." - "Absolutely outstanding, cannot wait to return" - "Staff, food and service brilliant.rooms lovely, cosy and warm dinner and service superb 10/10" - "Beautifull lovely small hotel in super quite location" - "Marvellous from start to finish." - "Perfect a lovely place to celebrate our 55 th Wedding anniversary." - "We will definitely come back." - "Am Amazing Night at Appin!"

Offering stylish bedrooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, The Roseate Edinburgh is set over 2 Victorian townhouses, on opposite sides of the road, in Edinburgh's West End. This recently awarded 5-star property is located within 550 yards of Haymarket Railway Station and 15 minutes’ walk from central Edinburgh. The rooms offer free WiFi and private parking is available. The Roseate Edinburgh was built in 1852 and still has many original features, including open fireplaces. The individually decorated bedrooms have Egyptian cotton bed linen, an LCD flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee trays with home-made shortbread and private bathrooms with free toiletries. The Suites include features such as 4-poster beds, freestanding copper roll-top baths in the bedroom, or sweeping views over the Edinburgh cityscape. The Dunstane Restaurant and Bar hosts all-day dining and daily afternoon tea, as well as gin and whiskey tastings. It serves a great selection of ales from some of Scotland’s micro-brewers and has over 100 types of whiskeys and over 30 different craft gins. It also has a food menu with local, seasonal Scottish produce. Edinburgh Airport can be reached after a 15-minute drive. There is also a bus stop opposite the property, which provides bus links to the airport and the city center. All Rooms & Suites prefixed with ‘House’ are located in The House Building. 35 elegantly designed, luxurious rooms with handcrafted beds and fine linen, 17 in the Roseate building and 18 in the Roseate House building.

- "a gem in Edinburgh" - "Great hotel with a particularly great breakfast." - "Lovely small character hotel. Spacious and comfortable rooms, friendly staff and a lovely breakfast." - "Fantabulous experience ! Delicious food, excellent of Whiskey and. Wine. And beer .. and the staff made it feel lik" - "Excellent hotel excellent experience" - "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay" - "Loved it !" - "Very charming hotel."

Located in Kylestrome, Kylesku Hotel offers 3-star accommodations with a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a lake view. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Kylesku Hotel also offer free WiFi, while some have a sea view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Stornoway Airport is 88 miles away.

- "Stunning location, and super friendly staff. Would highly recommend." - "Amazing view, great food and friendly staff" - "A quiet, relaxing getaway." - "Relaxing" - "Hard to beat this location" - "excellent location" - "Disappointe and expensive. Could be so much better." - "Great location" - "Lovely views in this area" - "Lovely location let down by high price & not well equipped small room"

Located 8 mi from Pitlochry, The Inn at Loch Tummel features 2 restaurants, bar and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms have views of the mountain or lake. Every room comes with a private bathroom equipped with a bath. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Pitlochry is 7.5 mi from The Inn at Loch Tummel, while Dunkeld is 17 mi from the property.

- "Very charming inn and the food was really good!" - "A relaxing stay at the quaintest inn in Scotland." - "Lovely hotel"

Set in the rural region of Perthshire, the Meikleour Arms is located at the heart of the conservation village of Meikleour, well known for its impressive trees and salmon fishing. Located only 12 miles from Perth, the Meikleour Arms was built in 1820 on one of the oldest historical estates in East Scotland. The rooms and cottages have private bathrooms, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy local specialties using produce from their kitchen garden and woodlands. All the meat and game come from their own butchery. The surrounding area offers outdoor activities such as angling, horse riding and hiking. The hotel also owns a salmon fishing school on the nearby river Tay and all material is provided free of charge (advanced booking recommended). The Blairgowrie Golf Club established in 1889 is only 4 miles away.

- "A jewel in the Perthshire countryside" - "very relaxing and altogether excellent stay which we would return to" - "Meikleour Arms was a peaceful and beautiful stop along our journey." - "comfortable, but expensive for what it was." - "Lovely and clean" - "Highly recommended" - "Homy stay" - "Excellent food in the restaurant"

Located on the outskirts of Banchory and set in a scenic location between Feugh River and King George V Park and Pavilion. Banchory Lodge Hotel is a Georgian mansion, with a modern flair (free private parking onsite). Rooms at Banchory Lodge are individually decorated and bed sizes vary from doubles to four posters (twin bedded rooms available on request- subject to availability). Each room has views of the large grounds of the hotel and some also have views of the beautiful River Dee. All rooms feature TV's, tea and coffee trays and an elegant private bathroom. The bridge over the River Feugh is just half-a-mile away and is famous for witnessing majestic leaping salmon. Salmon fishing is also available from the end of the hotels grounds. Banchory's bustling town center is a stone's throw away and the city of Aberdeen is just a 45-minute drive from the hotel and Aberdeen Airport is within 20 miles.

- "We was looking for a long lazy comfortable stay at the end of 21 years of fostering, it was perfect." - "Perfect" - "Delightfully baronial yet modern with fantastic staff" - "A relaxing and memorable stay from start to finish. The outdoor sitting area was stunning, offering the perfect spot to" - "Breathtaking location!" - "I was at a friends wedding recently and was very impressed about everything at the venue." - "Enjoyable"

Located in Alford, 29 miles from Beach Ballroom, The Forbes Arms Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 17 miles of Huntly Castle. The property has a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms include a safety deposit box and some feature river views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at The Forbes Arms Hotel. Hilton Community Centre is 27 miles from the accommodation, while Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 27 miles away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 25 miles from The Forbes Arms Hotel.

Located in Oban, a 7-minute walk from Corran Halls, No.26 By The Sea provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a sea view. At the hotel, rooms contain a closet. Every room includes an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms will provide you with a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. All guest rooms at No.26 By The Sea are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. Dunstaffnage Castle is 3.6 miles from the accommodation, while Kilmartin House Museum is 30 miles away. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 5.6 miles from No.26 By The Sea.

- "Relaxing" - "Enjoyed our first time to Oban and the cosiness of the hotel as well as staff who provided the best breakfast every morn" - "One of the best b and b’s we’ve stayed at" - "Beautiful hotel , amazing staff and little touch of juice and croissants delivered to room a lovely" - "Charming!" - "The staff was great.The facilities were beautiful. We just twalked to town he boardwalk" - "A little Oasis" - "Very nice"

Barcaldine Castle in Oban provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. Housed in a building dating back to 17th century, this bed and breakfast is 1.8 miles from Tralee Beach and 25 miles from Loch Linnhe. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The bed and breakfast features some units with mountain views, and all units come with a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Dunstaffnage Castle is 7.5 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Corran Halls is 9.2 miles from the property. Oban Airport is 3.7 miles away.

- "Fabulous location with a beautiful, historic castle." - "Our stay was memorable!" - "Our stay at Balcardine Castle was definitely one of the high points of our trip!" - "Luxury castle getaway close to Oban with history & comfort wrapped in hospitality." - "This was the highlight of our three weeks in Scotland" - "I would stay here again!" - "Wonderful castle B&B - don't miss it!" - "Excellent stay at unique historical castle"