Auchrannie Spa Resort, Brodick, Isle of Arran – Tel: (0) 177 030 2812
Auchrannie is uniquely located on arguably the most beautiful island in Europe; the Isle of Arran truly deserves the title "Scotland in Miniature". If you are looking for accommodation on the Isle of Arran, Auchrannie offers something for everyone.

Auchrannie House Hotel offers a traditional environment in which we are focused on offering a professional, warm and friendly guest service. The Hotel has 28 bedrooms all decorated and furnished to the highest standard with all the facilities you would expect of a 4 Star Hotel.

During your stay in Auchrannie House Hotel you enjoy free use of the superb Hotel Leisure facilities.  Auchrannie House Hotel also specialises in Scottish weddings, from small and intimate to larger celebrations.

Auchrannie Spa Resort is Auchrannie's newest addition to its estate with soft contemporary styles and providing value for money accommodation based on a 'Lodge' concept, with many facilities for families. Our Spa Resort boasts fantastic Leisure facilities including a 20 metre swimming pool, kiddies pool with water features, games hall which is used for tennis, badminton and most other indoor sports, gym, soft play, teen zone, internet café and not forgetting our beauty and pamper treatments.                             CLICK HERE FOR RATES

Cleaton House Hotel, Westray, Orkney - Tel: (0) 185 767 7508
Visitors come to Westray to relax and get away from their busy lives "sooth". We like to think of them coming here to enjoy "the sound of silence". The island has plenty of places to go and see, walks along the beach or the cliff, and many come here to see the birdlife. There is the Noup Head RSPB reserve where all kinds of seabirds nest, not to mention the puffins both there and at Castle o'Burrian, from late April to early August.

The lochs of Burness, Swartmill and Saintear all attract birdlife along with the White Moss just a short walk from the hotel. Fishing in the lochs is free and golf is available on the nine-hole golf course near Noltland Castle. At Midsummer's night you could go up to the top of Fitty Hill to celebrate the longest day, and watch the sun dip below the hills for just a short while before it rises again.

Collearn House Hotel, Auchterarder – Tel: (0) 176 466 3553
Collearn House Hotel is a Four Star Scottish Tourist Board graded hotel set in 9 acres of private grounds kept in excellent condition. Our eight letting bedrooms are all en-suite, six with two double beds can be used as doubles or twins, direct dial telephone, teas/coffee making facilities etc.

Our food is renowned locally for superb quality and both dining room and bar menus reflect the local and fresh produce used. We are members of the Scotch Beef Club, Taste of Scotland.

Dryfesdale Country House Hotel, Lockerbie – Tel: (0) 157 620 2427
A warm Scottish welcome awaits you at the Dryfesdale Country House Hotel. The traditional country house style and elegance complemented by a personal service from staff who aim to please you, will make your stay unforgettable and make you want to return again and again.

Situated in beautiful Annandale, part of Dumfries and Galloway in South West Scotland, the hotel is set amid five acres of scenic, elevated parkland and approached through an avenue of Beech trees. The Dryfesdale House holds one of the most enviable positions and affords some of the most beautiful views in the whole of Dumfries and Galloway. Steeped in history the hotel dates back to 1762, but with all the up-to-the-minute amenities you would expect from a top class hotel.

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Grange Manor Hotel, Grangemouth – Tel: (0) 132 466 5861
The Grange Manor offers attractive accommodation in 36 bedrooms, 30 of them in our modern extension which opened in the autumn of 1999. Rooms are spacious and handsomely decorated in rich colors and textures. They are also equipped with a number of quality features for your comfort and convenience.

Our Chef Eric Avenier was classically trained at the renowned catering colleges Notre Dame and La Paraclet in France, heading to Scotland in 1990 to start his career at the prestigious One Devonshire Gardens in Glasgow.

Since then, Eric has worked for privately run country houses as well as international hotel groups. He spent a number of years aboard the Hebridean Princess as Sous Chef and with Cunard and Seabourn Cruise Line. Most recently Eric was responsible for building up the successful restaurant "Jekylls" at the Queens Hotel, Bridge of Allan. Eric has now returned to the Grange Manor together with Sous Chef, Aurelien Quintin and Junior Sous, David Whyte is now leading the kitchen brigade, where those who dine will sample his culinary flare once again.

See what Taste of Scotland say about The Grange Manor.  Ensuite facilities, with bath and/or shower, Colour television with satellite connections, Direct dial telephone, Trouser press, iron & ironing board, Hairdryer, Hospitality tray

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Inver Lodge Hotel, Lochinver – Tel: (0) 157 184 4496
The hotel commands panoramic views of Lochinver Bay and the Outer Hebrides with the mountains of Suilven and Cansip in the background. It maintains the traditional ambience of a fishing and shooting lodge. Modern facilities such as direct dial telephones, colour TV, trouser press, beverage making facilities and mini bars in all bedrooms. A sauna and billiard room are also available for all guests. The lochs, rivers and sea around the area make it a fisherman's paradise. The hotel offers trout fishing to guests and the facilities of salmon fishing on the rivers Kirkaig, Upper Inver and Upper Oykel. For those who wish to tour the north-west, Lochinver is the ideal choice whether exploring north to Cape Wrath or south to Inverpolly and the beautiful Summer Isles.                            CLICK HERE FOR RATES

Knockinaam Lodge, Portpatrick – Tel: (0) 177 681 0471
Churchill retreated to the quiet seclusion of Knockinaam Lodge to plan the Allied campaigns of the closing stages of the Second World War. The room where he slept retains its charming period furniture and the adjoining bathroom, with its immense bath tub, offers enchanting sea views.
The hotel, built in the second half of the 19th century as a hunting lodge, is in 30 acres of gardens and woodland on the shores of the Irish Sea. During the summer, you can sunbathe on the Lodge`s private beach or enjoy tea and shortbread by the boathouse.

The food is of the highest order, whatever you choose: there are home-baked croissants for breakfast, canapés with the cocktails and specially prepared picnics for al fresco dining.
Should you find the time to explore the countryside, then you can enjoy your specially-prepared champagne picnic in the Mull of Galloway and marvel at some of Scotland`s most dramatic cliffs.                 CLICK HERE FOR RATES

Marine Hotel, Troon – Tel: (0) 129 231 4444
Great golf, great views... a superb hotel with the shopping and sights of Glasgow close by. Come and stay for a memorable break at the Marine and enjoy the best of both worlds. Set on the beautiful Ayrshire coast looking out to the romantic Isle of Arran, yet only 40 minutes from the fun filled, cultural city of Glasgow - where you can visit the fantastic Burrell collection, the Gallery of Modern Art or shop 'till you drop in a city which enjoys a fantastic reputation for high quality shopping. There are lots of activities for you at the hotel itself and, if you are a golfer...well, you've not one, but 20 nearby courses to choose from.

The Old Manor Country House Hotel, Lundin Links – Tel: (0) 133 332 0368
The Old Manor is a very special retreat, in the charming village of Lundin Links, overlooking Largo Bay and the Lundin championship golf course. Situated near St Andrews, this highly recommended 4 Star hotel, has been extended and refurbished by the Clark family over the last few years to provide a very high standard of accommodation and ancilliary services.

The location of the Old Manor Country House Hotel being close to St Andrews is ideally placed for vistors to the home of golf. The hotel is highly regarded within the St Andrews - North East Fife area for its high standard of dining (Terrace Brasserie and Grill and the informal Coachman's Bistro), banqueting , traditional Scottish weddings (Lundie and Largo suite) and corporate facilities.

 Skene House suites are based on the American concept of an all-suite hotel and you can choose a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom suite with a lounge, kitchen and bath/shower rooms. Our three bedroom suites, which have two bath/shower rooms, can accommodate up to six people sharing double and twin bedrooms. The suites are priced per suite, per night, therefore, the larger suites become incredible value for money if shared with colleagues, friends or relatives.

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The islands are also steeped in history and there are many significant archaeological remains such as the Neolithic burial chamber at Langass, stone circles and standing stones. In co-operation with North Uist Estate, fishing permits for brown trout can be arranged. Windsurfing, cycling and hill walking are also among the possibilities.

The Uists are renowned for their wealth of bird life and there are RSPB centres on both North and South Uist. The tree-less nature of these islands, the multitude of fresh water and sea lochs, together with the ever-changing quality of light presents a challenge to the most experienced artist and photographer.

Balivanich, where Benbecula Airport is located, is a 15 minute drive south. British Airways flights connect Benbecula to Glasgow, Stornoway and Barra. Lochmaddy is only a 15 minute drive north. Caledonian MacBrayne operates an all year round service, connecting the Uists to the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Mainland.     

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