The Loch Leven Hotel - With a beautiful loch-side setting and dramatic views of the mountains, this family-run hotel offers free Wi-Fi and charming accommodation, great for a relaxing break or an activity holiday. In one of the most spectacular, naturally beautiful regions of Scotland, the Loch Leven Hotel is a traditional Scottish Highlands hotel near Glencoe, Ballachulish, Fort William and Ben Nevis. The hotel was originally established in the 17th century as a coaching inn and ferry terminal for the Ballachulish Ferry (when this was merely a small rowboat). Since taking over in December 1999, your hosts, Hilary and her partner John, have sympathetically modernised and completely refurbished the hotel. All of the comfortable and attractive en suite rooms are individually decorated. All rooms have TVs, telephones, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. With spectacular views over the streams to the mountains beyond, the bar and restaurant offer home-cooked meals, made with superb local produce.

Auld Alliance - Beautiful centuries old house in private grounds with spectacular views across to Spey Valley to the Cairngorm Mountains. The house has been fully restored and modernised by the present owners to include a highly acclaimed French style restaurant which utilises the best of the local produce. It is the Auld Alliance ethos to make your visit a truly memorable one. We pride ourselves on ambience, hospitality, and the 'French gastronomic experience.

Ashburn House - Overlooking the shore of Loch Linnhe and with magnificent views of the Ardgour Hills, this Victorian guest house is just 5 minutes' walk from the town centre. A warm Scottish welcome awaits you at Ashburn Guest House, where proprietors Christine and Willie MacDonald will greet you with genuine Highland hospitality, traditional home cooking and 6-feet wide super king-size beds. There is ample free private parking and free broadband wireless access available. Other features of the guest house include a guest lounge and storage for luggage and bicycles.

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.

Invernairne - Invernairne has a great position overlooking the Moray Firth, and from the garden you can stroll down a path to the beach. This historic mansion has one of the best positions in Nairn, and many of its rooms overlook the sea. Try and spot dolphins, seals, yachts or a beautiful sunset. Invernairne has free Wi-Fi and excellent breakfasts are available. A baronial lounge bar is open until the early evening and hosts a log fire in cooler months.

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.

Clune House - Perfectly situated in the Cairngorms National Park, Clune House is a friendly, family-run bed and breakfast, surrounded by picturesque mountainside and wildlife. Eco-friendly Clune House holds a Silver Award for Green Tourism, and offers a hearty breakfast made from local produce. Clune House offers comfortably furnished rooms, some with en suite facilities. There is also a shared private bathroom that has a luxurious spa bath. A mountain bike centre, a water-sport centre, a championship golf course and a riding centre are nearby. The surrounding area is perfect for beautiful walks.

Covenanters Inn - Whether you are here for history, whisky or outdoor life, there is something for everyone at the Covenanters. Business is no chore when staying with us, as a friendly family welcome awaits you.

Auchterawe Country House - In Auchterawe Forest, this "country house in the woods" offers peace and quiet in a relaxed atmosphere, 2 miles (3.2 km) from Loch Ness and Fort Augustus village. You are offered a warm, friendly, family welcome at Auchterawe Country House. A converted former Scottish Farmhouse, it is an ideal base from which to tour the Highlands of Scotland. There are many hill, mountain tracks and riverside walks just outside the door. From your bedroom window, or in the conservatory, you can admire views of the Great Glen Mountain Range. Relax in the Guest lounge in front of the log fire or play a game of pool.

Distant Hills Guest House - An oasis of peace and tranquillity, this family-run guest house boasts a privileged position amidst some of the most spectacular scenery in the Scottish Highlands, with uninterrupted mountain views. On the outskirts of Spean Bridge, near Fort William, Distant Hills Guest House provides an ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of the Highlands. In the surroundings you can enjoy walking, climbing, skiing, bird-watching, canoeing, horse-riding and fishing. Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, is also nearby. Distant Hills Guest House provides stylish 4-star accommodation in a spacious bungalow. Furthermore, there is a beautiful garden for you to enjoy and, on those cold evenings, you can choose a DVD to watch in the lounge.