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.

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.

Fairburn Lodge - Set in marvellous woodland, Fairburn Lodge (and Activity Centre) overlooks the beautiful and tranquil Strathconon Glen, only 30 minutes from Inverness. Located within the grounds of Fairburn House, Fairburn Lodge (and Activity Centre) has 12 twin bedrooms and 2 double bedrooms, all of which are en-suite with shower/jacuzzi bath. Every room has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Fairburn Lodge provides good food, including home baking and is located 150 metres beyond the splendid stone building of Fairburn House, which is now a care home. Follow the signs for Fairburn Activity Centre.

Claymore House Hotel - This charming Victorian villa is close to the beach and between 2 championship golf courses. The Claymore House Hotel offers a warm welcome to the Highlands. It is in quiet residential area and has rooms styled to reflect its Victorian roots.

Conon Bridge Hotel - Situated amongst beautiful highland scenery alongside the River Conon, this charming village hotel offers very comfortable accommodation and excellent food and drink. The Conon Bridge Hotel is close to Dingwall, the ancient Viking capital and within 10 minutes' drive of Inverness. It is ideally situated as a rural base with easy access to centres of activity. Close by there are idyllic beaches and superb stretches of water, and the area has many hills and walks that will keep you exploring for days. Roads in this area are quiet, so driving is enjoyable. Formerly an 18th century coaching inn, the Conon Bridge is now a lovely hotel. Our rooms have their own individual character and are beautifully decorated. We have a lovely restaurant, a cosy lounge bar where you can enjoy our excellent cuisine, fine ales, lagers and wines. Staff in our family friendly establishment are very attentive, and will provide assistance with anything you require.

Inverlochy Castle Hotel - Set amongst the beautiful Scottish West Highlands scenery, 19th-century Inverlochy is an award-winning luxury hotel and restaurant. Fort William town centre is just 4 miles (6.4 km) away. Sample modern British cuisine in the exquisite hotel restaurant, awarded 1 Michelin star and 3 AA rosettes. All of the individually designed rooms have sumptuous decor, with a TV, CD player and a private bathroom. A DVD player and Play Station 2 are available on request. Striking mountainside views may be enjoyed. Leisure activities at Inverlochy include tennis, fishing and clay pigeon shooting. Free Wi-Fi internet access and free parking are available.

Dalrachney Lodge Hotel And Restaurant - Formerly a sporting lodge used by members of the Royal Family, this country house hotel and restaurant is ideally situated in the heart of the picturesque Scottish Highlands. Dalrachney Lodge Hotel and Restaurant offers 4-star facilities and services in a magnificent setting, centrally located for a memorable stay amongst typical Scottish countryside. Dating from 1845, the lodge is today set in 16 acres of peaceful surroundings, bordered on 2 sides by the River Dulnain. No modern extensions or accommodation annexes will be found here - only the original buildings. The hotel is situated on the outskirts of the historic village of Carrbridge, close to the train station and easily accessible from the A9 that leads to the city of Inverness. Queen Victoria once described the village as 'the jewel of the North' and when you come to stay at the hotel you will soon realise why.

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.

Sinclair Bay Hotel - A small family run hotel with comfortable rooms, tv and coffee making facilities in all rooms. We serve a wide range of food in our restaurant, & real ale behind the bar. The ideal place to stay for touring or before the morning ferry to Orkney

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.

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

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.

Invergarry Hotel - With a peaceful position overlooking the River Garry, this friendly hotel is an ideal base from which to explore the Scottish Highlands. Between Fort William and the Nevis Range, Inverness, the west coast and Skye, the Invergarry Hotel is based at the seat of the Ancient Clan Macdonnell. Built in 1885, the hotel was originally an old stagecoach inn. It has since been used as a sporting and shooting lodge before being transformed into a hotel, complete with residents' lounge and private gardens. Steeped in history and character, the hotel provides traditional Highland hospitality, welcoming log fires, fresh local food, real ales from the Isle of Skye and a large range of wines and Highland whiskies.

The Mountview Hotel - Located in the heart of Cairngorms National Park, The Mountview Hotel is an imposing Edwardian house in the Scottish Highlands, with spectacular views of 3 mountain ranges. The Mountview Hotel boasts a 2 AA rosette restaurant, serving modern Scottish cuisine, where guests will enjoy panoramic mountain views. There is also a welcoming lounge with log fire and a private reading room. The Cairngorms National Park provides a breathtaking setting for many leisure activities, including golfing, fishing and trekking. Water sports are available on Loch Morlich. Some of the individually designed en suite rooms have beautiful landscape views.

The Inn Dalwhinnie - Welcome to the coolest hotel in the Highlands. The inn is located in the magnificent Cairngorms National Park on the banks of the River Truim, opposite Loch Ericht; truly the perfect spot from which to explore the Highlands. The bar/restaurant is mellow and relaxed with fat comfy leather sofas, and tables overlooking the river. From here you can enjoy spectacular views, unwind to the cool languid sounds, sip organic fairtrade coffee or maybe a Dalwhinnie malt from our village distillery. The menu is scrumptious and the daily specials board quite legendary. The team who will look after you are upbeat and friendly and more than happy to pull a pint of draft beer for you if you've built up a thirst walking, climbing or biking. We rent mountain bikes too and have drying facilities for any wet clothes you might have after a hectic day out. Also, don't forget your laptop so you can enjoy our free Wi-Fi and send those photos back home of the day you kite surfed, climbed Ben Alder or hand-fed the Loch Ness Monster.

Nethybridge Hotel - The Nethybridge Hotel, well known to generations of travellers. Situated amidst the splendour of the Cairngorm Mountains and the lushly wooded Strathspey. This three star Victorian Hotel has magnificent character and is a mere ten minutes drive from the a9 and is close to the Highland capital, Inverness...

The Best Western Imperial Hotel - The Imperial Hotel is situated in the heart of Fort William offering the best of accommodation, service and standards. All rooms are furnished to a very high standard with sea views also available. There are two bars and our famous seafood restaurant within the hotel. A holiday or stay to remember.

Premier Inn Fort William - In the heart of Fort William, close to the train station and West Highland Museum, this Premier Inn is an ideal base for exploring Ben Nevis and the surrounding countryside. A family-friendly Brewers Fayre pub and restaurant is on-site and serves good-value meals. Free parking is available. Rooms have comfy beds, and some rooms at Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection.

Whinpark Guesthouse - Situated in the heart of the Highland Capital of Inverness, this charming guesthouse provides a peaceful setting, yet is close to Inverness Cathedral, Eden Court Theatre and city centre shopping. The ideal base for your stays in this beautiful historic city, Whinpark offers a choice of double/twin, single and family rooms, all with en suite facilities. For moments of relaxation there is a comfortable residents' lounge. Easily accessible, Whinpark is close to the city centre bus and rail terminals, providing links around the city and to the surrounding areas. Inverness Airport is also just a short drive away.

Newton Hotel - Set in 21 acres of mature parkland and gardens, bordering Nairn Golf Course - host of the Walker Cup in 1999. The Newton Hotel, with 56 bedrooms, is an imposing building in a secluded location. Built as a family home in 1872 and a hotel since 1951, in recent years The Newton has seen a number of improvements, including refurbishment of all bedrooms in the original building as well as the addition of The Highland Conference Centre and a wing of spacious master bedrooms.

Castle Arms Hotel - The Castle Arms Hotel is a former 19th Century coaching inn, situated 8 miles from John O'Groats, in the village of Mey. It is the earest hotel to Gills Ferry to Orkney Isles, only a short distance from the Queen Mother's Highland home, the Castle of Mey. Set in 6 acres of open land adjacent to the North of Scotland's principal tourist route, it is ideally placed to cater for holidaymakers and travellers to Orkney. Dog friendly, with extensive dog walking possible.

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.

Inn at Ardgour - A warm, family welcome awaits at our traditional West Highland inn/small hotel, beautifully situated on the banks of Loch Linnhe. Capture stunning views across the loch to the entrance of the Great Glen and the mountains beyond. Twelve excellent en suite bedrooms all boast loch views. Enjoy the Loch-View Restaurant and Bar and the residents lounge. The inn is ideally located for Mull, Iona, Skye, Ben Nevis, Fort William, Ardnamurchan, Glencoe, Oban, Loch Ness and for touring the West Highlands. Please note that the quickest way to get to the inn is via a 3 minute ride on the Corran Car Ferry.

Craiglynne Hotel - Situated in its own grounds, a short stroll from the town centre, the Craiglynne Hotel offers a warm, friendly atmosphere, with open fires in both the lounge and bar. An impressive building, like the surrounding town of Grantown on Spey, here guests can also enjoy the tranquility of the striking gardens, or venture further afield to the majestic Cairngorms.

The Scot House Hotel - This award winning 3-star Victorian hotel sits at the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, amid the magnificent scenery of the Scottish Highlands With a bar and restaurant, the hotel is 15 minutes south of Aviemore, and lies within a 20 mile radius of 10 championship golf courses including Boat of Garten, Newtonmore, Nairn and Kingussie. The hotel is recommended by several leading hotel guides including Michelin, AA Hotel Guide, Les Routiers and Travellers' Scotland. It is the perfect touring base from which to explore the whisky and castle trails, the River Spey, the Cairngorm Mountains or simply enjoying the stunning scenery and rich wildlife. Enjoy comfortable rooms, outstanding meals and a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Following a major refurbishment, rooms feature new en suite bathrooms. King-size rooms now have whirlpool baths and bathrobes provided for your comfort.

The Ballachulish Hotel - In a stunning location, between the mighty Glencoe Mountains, this baronial Highland hotel offers an irresistible blend of history and style with modern comforts and luxuries. Make yourself at home at one of Scotland's most famous hotels: The Ballachulish. Situated in a breathtaking setting by the loch, at the foot of Glencoe, the Ballachulish Hotel features the B?las Bar and Bistro and offers a warm welcome and comfort all year round. All of the beautiful rooms reflect the region's Highland heritage and many of the rooms have stunning views of the loch and of the breathtaking mountain scenery all around. The more adventurous can explore the west coast from this base, or discover many local activities and attractions, from golf to the great outdoors. All guest can enjoy complimentary use of the nearby leisure centre with its swimming pool, jacuzzi, bio-sauna and exercise room.

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.

Caledonian Hotel - The home of Highlanders for generations. An old Inn, relaxed lounge bar with history & home cooking. Angler, Golfer, Family & Doggie friendly. The village inn for 300 years, the 'Caley' is that rare blend of the past and the present. One of the few Scottish establishments where hospitality is still dispensed by original Highlanders. All bedrooms are on the first floor; most overlook the 'Britain in Bloom' square.

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.

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.