Bunchrew House Hotel - In 20 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens and woodland, on the shores of the Beauly Firth near Inverness, this 17th-century Scottish mansion is now a luxurious 4-star country house hotel. Rich in historic character and traditional charm, parts of the Bunchrew House Hotel date back to 1505. With dark-wood panelling and real log fireplaces at both ends of the room, the Drawing Room is a warm cosy place to relax. Each en suite room is individually decorated with its own unique character and the rooms are named after local places and Scottish clans associated with the house. All rooms have TVs and fridges, with fresh milk supplied daily. With fabulous views over the Beauly Firth to the mountains beyond, the wood-panelled restaurant has received 2 AA Rosettes for the quality of its cuisine. The Cocktail Bar looks out onto the hotel's magnificent gardens and offers a range of drinks, including fine malt whiskies.

Alexandra Hotel - The Alexandra Hotel, part of the very fabric of Fort William, since 1876. Close to the shops and other amenities. The Alexandra provides traditional Scottish Hospitality at its best, is in a central location in Fort William. Whether you are shopping in the High Street, catching a bus or taking a train or just wanting to get away from it all, you will find the Alexandra is in the perfect position. Youve a choice of 2 restaurants and all 97 bedrooms are warm and cosy - just what you need when you are away from home. You can relax by the warmth of the open fire in the refurbished front lounge areas - ideal for you to enjoy on your stay.

Loch Ness Inn - The Loch Ness Inn is conveniently located between Drumnadrochit and Urquhart Castle in the village of Lewiston, near the Great Glen Way. It is 15 miles (24 km) from Inverness and set in the heart of the local Scottish Highland community where you will meet hikers, tourists and locals in friendly, comfortable surroundings. The rooms are simple but comfortable, and the restaurant and bar are cosy and elegant. Refresh with a beer from Cairngorm or Isle of Skye after a day on The Great Glen Way.

The Duisdale House Hotel - Surrounded by extensive gardens and the historic Duisdale Forest, Duisdale House Hotel stands on a hillside on the beautiful Isle of Skye, with panoramic views across the Sound of Sleat. The striking modern decor in this grand Victorian house complements the magnificent original features of the building. This award-winning hotel boasts a restaurant and an elegant lounge with high ceilings and log fire overlooking the gardens. Most rooms have captivating views over the mature gardens and forest and some have mountain views. All are en suite with elegant, contemporary decor. Duisdale House boasts a luxurious hydropool in the garden. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available in the hotel. Guests may enjoy a woodland walk in the 30 acres of forest that surround Duisdale House. Local activities include fishing, hiking and horse riding.

Glenspean Lodge Hotel - Originally built in the 1880's as a private hunting lodge, the property has been carefully refurbished to offer a small country house hotel, nestled in an area of natural beauty in the Scottish Highlands. Situated 14 miles from Fort William, within 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, Best Western Glenspean Lodge has for many years been a famous landmark in the area. It is also well known for its award winning AA Rosette restaurant, Nevis View, where you can enjoy a meal in the evenings.

Lovat Arms Hotel - This hotel offers a home away from home in the heart of the magnificent Scottish Highlands. Just a 20 minute drive from Inverness, set within historic Beauly, the Lovat is ideally located for fishing, walking, bird or monster watching, golf and sight seeing holidays. After a spent day exploring, the Strupag Brasserie or The Lairds Table restaurant awaits. Dishes are prepared from the finest local produce. After dinner, unwind in the foyer by the log fire and sample a malt or 2 from the extensive range of whiskies on offer.

Winston Guesthouse - Boasting picturesque views across the River Ness towards the Castle, this traditional end terrace guesthouse is ideally located in the heart of the Highland Capital of Inverness. Close to Inverness City Centre, Winston Guest House is ideally located within walking distance of the city's main attractions, including Eden Court Theatre, the cathedral and wonderful shopping. Bus and rail terminals are also just a short walk away, linking the house with the entire city and its surroundings. A long established guest residence, the Winston offers 18 bedrooms, comprising of twin, double and family rooms, all with en suite bathrooms. A hearty breakfast served each morning, to prepare you for the day ahead.

Balavil Hotel - In the heart of the stunning natural beauty of the Cairngorms National Park, this century-old hotel combines traditional charm with modern facilities, including heated indoor swimming pool and a sauna. The Balavil Hotel is situated in the cosy Highland village of Newtonmore, surrounded by the Cairngorms, one of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in Scotland, The hotel is over 100 years old and still boasts beautiful original features and period character and charm. The interior consists of open fires, a wood-panelled bar and a warm, friendly Scottish atmosphere. All of the hotel's rooms have en suite bathrooms and each room has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. All guests can use the heated indoor swimming pool and the sauna, free of charge. The Balavil Hotel extends a warm Highland welcome to all guests.

Hilton Coylumbridge Hotel - Explore the outdoors at the Hilton Coylumbridge hotel, set in a 65-acre woodland estate in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park and 5 minutes from Aviemore Railway Station. Relax in the Grant Room restaurant at Hilton Coylumbridge, or soak in the swimming pool complex with sauna. Kids love the Fun House and in the hotel grounds is an adventure park with dry ski slope and climbing wall.

Royal Hotel Cromarty - Overlooking the peaceful Cromarty Harbour, with stunning views of the Cromarty Firth, the hotel offers you traditional Highland hospitality at its best, whether you are staying for relaxation or that special occasion. A Scottish country hotel with open fires and excellent Scottish cuisine, the Royal Hotel is a family-run property which provides an excellent base from which to explore the Highlands. In the area you can enjoy dolphin-watching, wildlife walks and golf. There are also museums and churches in the surroundings. Owners Janice and Neil Campbell look forward to welcoming you at the Royal Hotel.

Muckrach Lodge - Surrounded by 10 acres of landscaped gardens, this Victorian shooting lodge offers delicious food and is ideal for a comfortable, elegant, and yet informal break. With a wonderful restaurant and a relaxed environment, Muckrach Lodge is the perfect place to explore the wonders of the Cairngorms National Park. The restaurant at Muckrach has a reputation for being the best in the area and serves beautiful dishes. Co-owner and head chef Rebecca Ferrand ensures that most meat and poultry comes from within 30 miles of the hotel, and that fish and seafood is from Scottish boats working out of Moray and north-coast harbours.

Cuillin Hills Hotel - Set in 15 acres of mature private grounds, overlooking Portree Bay with views to the Cuillin Mountain range, enjoy some of the most spectacular views from any hotel in Scotland. From the moment you arrive you cannot fail to appreciate the Highland setting. The hotel has been awarded many accolades, including 2 AA Red Rosettes for food and in 2006, Hotel Review Scotland's 'Staff of the Year' Award. Local attractions include The Isle of Skye Golf Club, a 9-hole course that offers spectacular views of the Red Cuillins, Ben Tianavaig and the Isle of Raasay. Cuillin Hills hotel guests receive special discounted green fees. At Whitewave outdoor centre, you can take part in canoeing, kayaking, climbing, windsurfing and many more activities.

Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness - Originally a Scottish mansion house, the hotel is set in 4 acres of beautiful gardens and is just one mile from the city centre, with free car parking. With a swimming pool, spa bath, steam room and sauna, the club provides an admired leisure facility complemented by 2 fully equipped fitness rooms. The Leisure Club is open daily and also features a hair and beauty salon. The Kingsmills Restaurant offers excellent food and fine wine with the option of all-day dining in the conservatory lounge area. The hotel is ideally situated for visiting Loch Ness, Culloden, Cawdor Castle, Fort George, and the Cairngorm National Park for walking in summer and skiing in the winter.

Grant Arms Hotel - In the fine country town of Grantown-on-Spey, not far from the famous Spey River, this impressive 19th century residence has been upgraded to offer modern comforts whilst retaining a traditional character. Experience a holiday in the Scottish Highlands, the perfect combination of mountain scenery, ancient buildings and mysterious lochs. Visit Aviemore; Cairngorms mountains, Inverness; Loch Ness; the Moray Firth; and Royal Deeside. Follow the trails of castles, gardens and distilleries, or play golf at the numerous courses found nearby, including the Grantown-on-Spey 18-hole course. Once visited by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1860, the Grant Arms boasts 55 en suite bedrooms and comprehensive meeting and conference facilities.

Mansfield Castle Hotel - Built in the late 1870s, this imposing Victorian building is set in 3 acres of picturesque countryside only 5 minutes from the town centre of historic Tain. The Mansfield Castle Hotel offers award-winning cuisine and magnificent oak panelling throughout. It is one hour from Inverness Airport, and is positioned in the heart of the Highlands. Mansfield Castle is a perfect venue for weddings, a short break or for golfers. Superior rooms are located in the castle and standard rooms are located in the beautiful garden wing, attached to the castle via a corridor. All guests are welcome to use the gorgeous residents' reading lounge.

Coul House Hotel - With stunning views of Strathconon Valley and the mountains beyond, this hotel's secluded location provides peace and tranquillity, yet it is ideally located for the nearby A835 and bustling Inverness. The house sits majestically at the end of a half-mile driveway and is set in 8 acres of mature woodland, which also boast a private 9-hole pitch and putt. Coul House is the perfect place in which to rediscover the romance and beauty of the Highlands. A unique octagonal restaurant and many other homely features add to the charming ambiance of the hotel. The property is personally supervised by the proprietors, who ensure a relaxed and hospitable atmosphere.

The Priory Hotel - All our rooms come with all the features that will make your stay a real treat. The attitude of total flexibility at the Priory is one of its great features - early check-in, late check-out, breakfast until lunchtime and room service that will deliver anything from Champagne and smoked salmon to lager and pizza. The Priory is an ideal location for enjoying the unspoilt beauty of the North and West Highlands of Scotland. Run by the same owners since 1972 the hotel has gained and retains an excellent reputation for quality and value for money. Having undergone major refurbishment in the 1990's, the Priory now enjoys its standing as one of the premier hotels in the North. The above combined with friendly and efficient service will ensure your stay is enjoyable and memorable.

Kings Arms Hotel - Close to the Skye Bridge in Kyleakin village, the Kings Arms dates back to the 1600s and has panoramic views across Kyle of Lochalsh to the mainland. The hotel is one of the oldest on the Isle of Skye and has retained many traditional features and gained modern, homely comforts. Places to visit include Dunvegan Castle, Talisker whisky distillery and many golf courses.

Moorings Hotel - The Moorings lies alongside the Caledonian Canal at the famous Neptune's Staircase. One of Fort Williams' finest establishments, offering excellent cuisine and service. With splendid panoramic views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor, the Moorings hotel offers comfort and style coupled with all modern facilities. Here, you will receive a warm Highland welcome from friendly staff with the personal touch. The hotel has recently been thoroughly upgraded. Award- winning cuisine is on offer in the Jacobean Restaurant, using the finest Scottish produce including west coast seafood and Highland game. Bar meals are available in the less formal Upper Deck Lounge Bar, where a range of malt whiskies may also be sampled, or in the summer the hotels Cellar Bar - the Mariners - continues the nautical theme. Refurbished bedrooms have every modern luxury. The Moorings is an excellent base for touring the romantic West Highlands.

Aultbea Hotel - Situated on the shores of beautiful Loch Ewe and perfectly located for exploring the north-west Highlands. See spectacular mountains, secluded beaches, Inverewe Gardens and the Benn Eighe nature reserve. This 18th century, friendly hotel is the perfect location from which to enjoy the wonders of the north-west Highlands of Scotland. With exhilarating views, the hotel offers guests attractively furnished, well- appointed bedrooms. The intimate atmosphere of the Zetland Restaurant overlooking the Isle of Ewe offers the finest of service and traditional and local fare, specialising in seafood, highland beef and venison. Our comfortable lounge bar is perfect for a nightcap or try the public bar for a bit of 'local' atmosphere. During the day, relax in the conservatory or outside on the patio, overlooking the loch.

The Stronlossit Inn - With the Ben Nevis mountain range as its backdrop, Stronlossit offers warm Highland hospitality in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The welcoming inn-style hotel is a perfect base for touring the Highlands, and a great place to enjoy outdoor activities. The Stronlossit Inn offers delicious food and comfortable en suite rooms.

Culloden House Hotel - In 40 acres of beautiful private grounds and gardens, this elegant Georgian country house is now an award-winning 4-star hotel offering free Wi-Fi and a 2 AA Rosette-rated restaurant. The Culloden House Hotel has been voted one of the world's best hotels by the readers of Cond? Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure magazine. There are 28 elegant en suite rooms, each of which is individually styled with its own unique charm. The splendid rooms are lavishly furnished, with wooden furniture and luxurious bedding. Many boast delightful features such as crystal chandeliers and marble fireplaces. The spacious room combine romantic luxury with modern comforts and facilities, including digital TVs, trouser presses and hairdryers. There is a turndown service and newspapers and magazines are available in every room. Sophisticated and with beautiful ornate plasterwork, the fine-dining restaurant offers superb cuisine made with the finest, freshest seasonal produce available locally.

Golf View Hotel and Spa - Overlooking the Moray Firth, with pretty gardens leading down to the seashore, this hotel and leisure club are set within beautiful surroundings. You can choose to dine in the conservatory of the fine-dining restaurant, where there is a 'Taste of the Highlands' menu. The Golf View Hotel & Spa offers spacious rooms, elegant design and modern comforts. Many of the bedrooms offer superb sea views. Window seats in some bedrooms provide panoramic views over the Moray Firth and the mystical Black Isle beyond.

Kincraig Castle Hotel - A relaxing retreat just 20 minutes away from Inverness, this peaceful hotel is surrounded by some of Scotlands best golf courses, beaches, distilleries, castles and scenery. Kincraig Castle Hotel is set in an elevated position within its own grounds with extensive views towards the Cromarty Firth. Originally built in 1800, the lounge, bar and dining room all retain their original stone-framed windows (as do the front bedrooms), moulded ceilings and fireplaces. The exceptional Adam fireplace in the lounge is of particular interest and is delightful to return to after a day out exploring. To unwind after a long day you can enjoy fine dining in the Kincraigs Red Rosette-accredited restaurant or sip one of the Dalmore malts in the lounge, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Easy day trips can be made to places as diverse as Ullapool, Aviemore, Wick, Inverewe Gardens and Kyle of Lochalsh.

Innseagan House Hotel - The small, modern Innseagan House Hotel looks out onto Loch Linnhe and has views of the surrounding mountains. Innseagan House is conveniently situated 5 minutes' drive from Fort William town centre, a popular outdoor destination in the UK. The hotel offers comfort, excellent service and a friendly atmosphere.

Royal Hotel - Located close to the centre of the small town of Thurso, this is an excellent base for exploring the North Coast. Central for business or leisure, near to bus station and train station, the Royals friendly atmosphere is unmatched. Situated in the town centre all amenities, including an interesting selection of shops, are within easy walking distance. A perfect base for business, with the friendly public bar and ambiance of the Orkney Restaurant, the Royal Hotel will cater for all your needs. The North Coast of Scotland is an almost untouched paradise with miles of white sandy beaches contrasting with the craggy headlands and the dramatic cliffs that you would expect.

St Clair Hotel - Centrally located hotel in the heart of Thurso, ideal for business or leisure travel. We offer relaxed surroundings and friendly service to help you unwind and recharge your batteries at the end of the day. Recently refurbished to a high standard the St Clair offers a warm welcome. The bedrooms have the essential direct dial telephone, television with Freeview and en suite shower rooms with complimentary toiletries. Our restaurant offers a variety of dishes made wtih the finest of local produce freshly prepared for your enjoyment. Broadband access is available in the hotel

Mackays Hotel - In Wick, in the beautiful area of Caithness in the Northern Highlands, Mackays offers award-winning service and fine food in No1 Bistro, as well as free Wi-Fi and parking. Built in 1883, Hotel is regularly updated, combining attractive period features with simple, stylish touches for a relaxed atmosphere. Rooms have a widescreen TV, free Wi-Fi and a guide to the local area. No1 Bistro serves local produce and fish from the boats of nearby Scrabster. In the friendly bar, whisky and wines are a speciality. The Orkney Islands are a ferry ride away, and you can visit The Castle of Mey, which was home to the Queen Mother for many years.

Crown Court Hotel - This friendly, private town house is a 5-minute walk from Inverness town centre. A warm welcome awaits, as does free parking and excellent food made with fine local produce. In the 1700s, the hotel was a residence for Crown Court judges, but today it offers a home-from-home environment in the Scottish Highlands, with great service, style, comfort and a well stocked bar.

Inver Lodge - Overlooking Lochinver Bay, Inver Lodge Hotel has a superb restaurant, a sauna and free Wi-Fi. This hotel offers luxurious facilities in a tranquil hillside setting. Inver Lodge provides spacious rooms with magnificent views and comfortable beds. Each room features a flat-screen TV. Enjoy excellent cuisine in the 2 AA rosette restaurant, with panoramic countryside views. Relax in the Resident's Lounge and have afternoon tea by the log fire. Local wildlife includes Atlantic seals, golden eagles and red deer. Staff are friendly and welcoming.