Rooms with a view
Accommodation that really makes the most of Scotland’s stunning landscape
The Four Seasons Hotel
Lochside, St Filians, Perthshire Tel: 01764 685 333
www.thefourseasonshotel.co.uk
The natural beauty of this location is the first delight of every visitor to St Fillans, and the position of the Four Seasons, looking south-west down Loch Earn, is one of the most enviable settings in Scotland. The views from the hotel are ever-changing throughout the seasons – fresh new colours of spring, long, light summer’s evenings, spectacular sunsets to the west and morning mists that shroud the loch and the snow-covered Bens.
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Princes Street, Edinburgh Tel: 0131 222 8888
www.waldorfastoriaedinburgh.com
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian has embodied the best in Scottish hospitality for over 100 years. Situated on Princes Street, this former Victorian railway hotel nestles in the shadow of the historic Edinburgh Castle and features the highest number of rooms with unobstructed views of the city’s most iconic sight, offering its guests the chance to wake up to a perfectly framed view of the beautiful castle.
Loch Melfort Hotel
Arduaine, by Oban Tel: 0843 886 0233
www.lochmelfort.co.uk
Loch Melfort Hotel offers the most beautiful views from every bedroom. Located only 20 miles south of Oban and set in 17 acres of gardens and beach, looking towards Islay and Jura, this country house hotel offers the perfect place to relax, unwind and sit back, enjoying the weather unfold in front of you. For those in search of adventure, Loch Melfort Hotel is ideal, with the world-famous Corryvreckan Whirlpool only three miles out to sea.
Rodel Hotel Isle of Harris Tel: 01859 520210
www.rodelhotel.co.uk
Located on the southern tip of South Harris, The Rodel Hotel is located in one of the most unspoilt and unique areas of the island. Overlooking the historic harbour, the north of Skye can be seen in the distance and on a clear day Dunvegan Head and MacLeod’s Tables are visible. The hotel is an ideal getaway for those looking to de-stress and enjoy the laid-back pace of island life.
Plockton Hotel Plockton, Ross-shire Tel: 01599 544274
www.plocktonhotel.co.uk
The award-winning Plockton Hotel sits on the waterfront in the picturesque village of Plockton, on the Ross-shire coast. Treat yourself to a night away in one of the six loch-view rooms, with spectacular panoramas across Lochcarron and beyond. Waking up here and looking out the window across the bay to the castle, the Applecross Hills and the sun rising over the loch is a sight that will remain with you always. Locally, there are boats to hire, sea kayaking to try and weekly guided walks around the village – or just wander at your own pace and enjoy the views.
Fonab Castle Pitlochry, Perthshire Tel: 01796 470140
www.fonabcastlehotel.com
Located on the banks of Loch Faskally, Fonab Castle offers a truly unforgettable experience. With beautifully appointed bedrooms, outstanding views from both the Brasserie and lounge, exquisite cuisine in Fonab Brasserie and Sandemans restaurant and the newly-opened Woodland Spa, Fonab Castle is the perfect setting for a relaxing Pitlochry break. Whether you choose to stay in one of the rooms with a balcony and enjoy the superb views over Loch Faskally, or simply make the most of the hotel’s relaxed, informal dining experience, Fonab Castle will not disappoint this spring.
Dalvey House Forres, Moray Tel: 01309 673940
www.dalveyhouse.com
Dalvey House is Georgian splendour at its best, set within 17 acres of mature woodland, near Forres on the Moray Firth. Only 30 minutes from Inverness Airport, Dalvey House is perfect for conferences, leisure breaks, family gatherings and intimate weddings, offering luxury accommodation for up to 18 people. With renowned golf courses on its doorstep, including Castle Stuart, and fishing on the nearby rivers Findhorn and Spey, a warm welcome awaits here. Dalvey House offers views across its 17 acres of lawns and well-maintained mature gardens – all yours for the duration of your stay.
Stoer Lighthouse
Lochinver, Lairg, Sutherland
www.stoerlighthouse.co.uk
This fully-furnished, self-catering lighthouse offers two cosy flats and a separate Bothy, with all the necessities for a comfortable stay. Both flats are equipped with well-stocked libraries for those lazy days, whilst the Bothy, with its pair of single beds, is perfect for families with older children who want a space of their own. Stoer Lighthouse is ideal for those who enjoy hill walking, mountaineering, water sports, fishing, bird watching and mountain biking, all easily accessed from this unique accommodation base. Taking in the views out to sea from Stoer Lighthouse truly feels like taking a step back in time – but with every modern convenience.