Curated boutique hotels in Scotland

Less than an hour’s drive from the beaches of Scotland’s west coast, Villa Hotel provides free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and a garden area for outdoor dining.

A flat-screen TV and an en suite shower room are featured in each room at Villa Hotel, as well as Egyptian cotton towels.

Traditional and modern British cuisine is served in both of the spacious dining rooms, as well as some international dishes. A wide range of beers, wines and cocktails can be enjoyed in the relaxed lounge bar.

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park are just an hour’s drive, with Glasgow only 20 minutes away by train. Edinburgh city centre can be reached in an hour by car, and Hamilton West train station is just a 1-minute walk away.

Located in Crieff, Crieff Hydro is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Gordon & Durward and Crieff Golf Club Limited. This family-friendly hotel is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Harrisons Fine Wines.

When you stay at The Falls Of Dochart Inn in Killin, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Falls of Dochart. This hotel is 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from Loch Lomond and 31.7 mi (51 km) from Blair Drummond Safari Park.

With a stay at Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of Royal Troon Golf Club and Vennel Gallery. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Dundonald Links and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Glasgow Gailes.

With a stay at Rosslea Hall Hotel in Helensburgh, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and John Muir Way - West. This beach hotel is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Loch Lomond and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Hill House.

Located in Ballater, Balmoral Arms is in a national park – a 1-minute drive from Ballater Golf Club and 9 minutes from Cairngorms National Park. This hotel is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Balmoral Castle and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Royal Lochnagar Distillery.

Located in Keswick, Lake District Castle Inn is on a lake – a 2-minute drive from Lake District Wildlife Park and 11 minutes from Derwentwater. This hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Theatre By The Lake and 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from Castlerigg Stone Circle.

With a stay at Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, steps from St. James' Park and within a 5-minute drive of Quayside. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Chinatown.

With a stay at Leonardo Hotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 5-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This eco-friendly hotel is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Life Science Centre.

When you stay at Village Hotel Newcastle in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Quayside and St. James' Park. This luxury hotel is 18.7 mi (30 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Blue Flames Sporting Club.

A stay at The Vermont Hotel & Vermont Aparthotel places you in the heart of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 15-minute walk of Quayside and St. James' Park. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Castle Keep.

With a stay at The Airds Hotel & Restaurant in Appin, you'll be in the mountains, just steps from Loch Linnhe and a 3-minute drive from Appin Village Hall. This luxury hotel is 19.9 mi (32 km) from Oban Ferry Terminal and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Castle Stalker.

A stay at The Roker Hotel, BW Premier Collection places you in the heart of Sunderland, within a 5-minute drive of Whitburn Sands and Monkwearmouth Station Museum. This hotel is 12 mi (19.3 km) from Quayside and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from St. James' Park.

Set in an 18th-century coaching inn in the tranquil village of Ambleside, The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection offers easy access to the Lake District National Park and the popular destination of Grasmere, 4 miles away. Guests also benefit from free parking.

Each room at The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection has free Wi-Fi and an en suite shower room. Rooms are set on the first or second floor.

Traditional pub food is served daily and guests can enjoy pub favourites. The pub offers an extensive selection of ales and wines.

Nestled within the Lake District, Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, is 1 hour's drive from the property. Guests can also enjoy outdoor activities such as mountain biking, fishing, and hill walking.

Situated in the beautiful village of Craigellachie, The Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside dates from 1893. This luxury hotel offers scenic views of the rivers Spey and Fiddoch, the Thomas Telford Bridge and surrounding mountains.

The impressive Victorian building boasts picturesque views across the forest. All rooms feature en suite facilities, a TV and seating area.

The Craigellachie Hotel offers over 700 whiskies in the Quaich Bar, with tasting sessions available. The Copper Dog Grill offers home-cooked dishes, prepared using local produce.

Craigellachie Hotel is just 25 minutes from Cairngorm National Park, and excursions to Inverness and Loch Ness run locally. Elgin is less than 14 miles away.

Craigellachie Salmon Fishing Beat is directly opposite the hotel, and many famous distilleries are within 30 minutes' drive. The area is a popular spot for hunting and walking.

Nestled in the luxury valley of Speyside, The Craigellachie Hotel was described by Condé Nast Traveller as “the oldest and greatest whisky hotel in the world”. The Craigellachie has 26 bedrooms, and it’s home to the oldest pub in Speyside: the Spey Inn, an old drovers inn dating back to 1703, and to the world-renowned Quaich Bar, where guests and tourists can savour over 1,000 single-malt whiskies alongside some of the best cocktails.

The luxury valley of Speyside is home to 70% of whisky distilleries and the most famous ones such as Macallan, Glenfarclas, Glenfiddich, Craigellachie and many more, are within a 20-mile radius from the hotel.

Speyside is also renowned for its incredible scenery and the River Spey is just 3 minutes from the hotel. It is a spectacular place to come and visit for walks, tours or just relaxing.

Speyside is known for being a microclimate and its food produce is regarded as some of the finest in the world.

The Craigellachie offers free in-room WiFi, free parking and local staff to help you plan your best Speyside adventures. Our menus offer the finest local produce, whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

• Top-of-the-range spa
• Restaurant, lounge & bar
• Countryside location

This 17th-century manor turned hotel is nestled within 26 acres of grounds in County Durham, a half an hour drive from pretty Durham city centre. Redworth Hall Hotel is every inch the classic country retreat. Even its spa is aptly named The Retreat. And what a spa it is.

The Retreat houses a 14-metre indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. There are ESPA treatments on the menu, and there’s a hair salon for extra pampering. It’s also home to an impressive gym with Technogym equipment and a timetable of HIIT, Pilates, dance and yoga classes.

When it comes to wining and dining, there’s the 1744 Restaurant. It’s a refined place, offering meals like beef bourguignon, grilled salmon and ribeye steak. You can even dine al fresco when the weather’s nice. There’s also a casual dining lounge by the spa, where you can eat in your robe and slippers. After dinner, the Cocktail Bar & Lounge is a must.

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery is centrally located in Inverness – a 4-minute walk from Inverness Castle and 9 minutes by foot from Victorian Market. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Inverness Cathedral and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Eden Court Theatre.

When you stay at Muthu Newton Hotel (Near Inverness Airport) in Nairn, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Moray Firth and Nairn Golf Club. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Nairn Beach and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Nairn Museum.

Located in Milnthorpe, 20 km from Trough of Bowland, The Tavern at Hale provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. At The Tavern at Hale each room is equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

World of Beatrix Potter is 26 km from the accommodation. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 95 km away.

Set in Alness, 34 km from Inverness Castle, The Station Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is allergy-free and is situated 24 km from Strathpeffer Spa Golf Club.

All rooms are fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms will provide you with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. The units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

You can play darts at The Station Hotel.

Inverness Railway Station is 34 km from the accommodation, while University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness is 35 km away. Inverness Airport is 44 km from the property.