The Ferry Inn - The last hotel on the A9, The Ferry Inn at Scrabster is newly renovated and has wonderful sea views. Just north of Thurso, Scrabster Harbour is the gateway to the Orkney Islands. The renowned restaurant, The Upperdeck, has a fantastic steakhouse and also specialises in locally caught seafood. The lively Popeye's is a public bar with a wide-screen TV showing sporting events. The en suite bedrooms have tea/coffee facilities and flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels.

Inchree Rooms and Chalets - Surrounded by mountain and lake scenery, this family-run holiday centre is in a magnificent part of the Western Highlands, midway between Ben Nevis and the Glencoe mountains. The centre is a 15-minute drive from the well-known walking areas at Ben Nevis and the Glencoe range. The popular town of Fort William is 7 miles (11 km) north of Inchree. Inchree is at the north end of Onich village. It is 500 metres from the Corran Ferry car terminal, which provides access to the beautiful Ardnamurchan and Morven peninsulas. Accommodation consists of chalets, and twin and family rooms in the lodge. Each private chalet can accommodate 2 to 4 people and has a kitchen, living room and shower room. Lodge rooms have a shower room and share a communal self-catering kitchen and common room.

Trafford Bank Guest House - In the highlands of Inverness, Trafford Bank is a stylish boutique guest house, with AA 5-star status. Inverness Rail station is just a 3-minute drive away. Each beautifully furnished room features a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and a CD player. There is also a Bose iPod docking station and a DAB radio. Some rooms have a luxurious roll top bath. An inclusive full English breakfast is available. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Relax in the picturesque mature gardens at Trafford Bank. Free Wi-Fi internet access and free parking are provided.

Caledonian House - This B&B guest house is next to the 5 locks of the Caledonian Canal, walking distance from Fort Augustus. The village is part of the Great Glen Way. Caledonian House was originally built in the 1860s and was used as Campbell's Tea Room in the 1900s. It has a good location for exploring the sights of the Highlands, including Loch Ness and the islands of Syke, Mull, Iona and Rhum. There are plenty of outdoor activities and spectacular views for walkers. Caledonian House offers fishing trips and mountain-bike hire.

Bannerman Bed and Breakfast - Close to the centre of Scotland's fastest-growing city, this attractive Victorian building offers free on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and stylish and modern en suite rooms. Bannerman Bed and Breakfast is within walking distance of the very heart of Inverness, a beautiful, thriving modern city, surrounded by stunning scenery. On the main tourist route to Loch Ness and Fort William, this 3-star bed and breakfast is also a great base from which to explore the local countryside and the Highlands. All of the light and airy en suite rooms have power showers, hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities and TVs with Freeview digital channels. Bannerman Bed and Breakfast is privately owned and run by your host, Alison Cameron. With just 4 rooms, the bed and breakfast offers attentive, individual service, a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and tasty home-cooked breakfasts.

Foyers House - High above Loch Ness, with spectacular panoramic views over the loch, this Highland bed and breakfast offers a peaceful, child-free environment in which to relax and unwind. At Upper Foyers, next to the waterfall, Foyers House is on the quiet south side of Loch Ness. There are 8 individually styled bedrooms, seven with magnificent views over the loch, along with one standard single bedroom with a woodland view. Free Wi-Fi is available in some rooms. The terrace is the highest viewpoint in the great glen and you can enjoy a drink while watching the sun set over the mountain or have a whisky in the lounge. Fly-fishing for salmon or trout on Loch Ness and the River Oich can be arranged, with a ghillie, a boat and all tackle provided. Pub food is available 4 miles (6.4 km) away, in the direction of Fort Augustus, as well as 9 miles (14.5 km) towards Inverness.

Aros Ard Bed and Breakfast - This high-quality B&B has stunning views across Loch Linnhe and the Ardgour Hills. It is a 10-minute walk from the town centre with easy access to Highland hot spots. Aros Ard is a perfect touring base for Fort William and the romantic Western Highlands. A delicious menu is served, including a full Scottish breakfast (with vegetarian options). Your hosts provide excellent service, as well as clean, comfy and luxurious en suite rooms. Each room has loch and mountain views.

Daviot Lodge - This award-wining luxury bed and breakfast accommodation is set in 80 acres of peaceful pasture land with stunning views down the River Nairn Valley to the Culloden Viaduct. Daviot Lodge is a proud winner of AA Guest Accommodation of the Year for Scotland/Northern Ireland 2006. From the lodge you can see Nairn on the horizon, yet it is just 10 minutes drive from Inverness city centre. This non-smoking accommodation has beautifully appointed rooms with king-size beds and en suite facilities. Delicious breakfasts are served in the spacious dining room where each guest party has their own well spaced table. Come and be spoiled. There are also beautiful public rooms, one of which has an open fire on chilly days. With deep comfortable sofas and original artworks, it is the perfect place to relax with a book whilst enjoying a glass of wine or a malt whisky.

Avalon Guest House - This modern, spacious, high quality guest house, ideally situated on the main A82 tourist route, is an ideal base for touring the beautiful Highlands. The famous Loch Ness is just a few minutes away, and you will be within easy reach of many interesting places, such as: Fort William, Isle Of Skye, Cairngorm National Park and Ben Nevis Mountain Range, to name but a few. Many historic sights are in the surrounding area, such as: Urquhart Castle, Cawdor Castle and Culloden Battlefield. Avalon Guest House is a modern building situated close the city centre. Visitors receive a warm welcome and can enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and service that is second to none.

The Bridge Hotel - Situated in the heart of a picturesque Highland village on the east coast of Scotland, this contemporary country hotel rejects modern day distractions in favour of a haven of peace. In an effort to keep alive what this region stands for, the hotel has invested in natural history and art, and retains much of its original charm, including the woodwork and panelling which glow with the warmth of open log fires. With no TVs and telephones in the rooms, you can absorb the peace and quiet. Built in 1816, the Bridge Hotel is steeped in history and tradition, with the famous Helmsdale River running right past it. Served by 2 airports - Inverness and Wick - it is conveniently situated on the main axis between Inverness, Thurso and John O'Groats, the most northern point of mainland Scotland, and a perfect base for exploring the wonders of the Highlands.