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.

Thistle Inverness - This modern, friendly non-smoking hotel offers traditional Scottish hospitality. Close to Inverness city centre, this hotel is an excellent tourist base and offers complimentary car parking for all residents. Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Fort William, Glencoe, whisky distilleries, castles and magnificent scenery await. The hotel is just 15 minutes from the airport. All rooms are complemented by excellent service. Relax in the Otium Health and Leisure Club complete with swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and workout room. The hotel also has a hair and beauty salon on site. You are advised to book your treatments direct at the salon, prior to arrival.

The Weigh Inn Hotel and Lodges - The Weigh Inn Hotel overlooks the Pentland Firth and has panoramic views of the Orkney Islands. The Orkney car ferry is 2 minutes away. The hotel is located on the outskirts of Thurso. It is close to the A9 to Scrabster Harbour, and the main road to the west coast of the Highlands. Bedrooms are located in the main hotel building and in lodges within the hotel grounds. Fresh, local food is served in the relaxed sports bar and 2 conservatories with excellent views. The Weigh Inn has 3 bars, and function and conference suites for up to 300 people.

The Royal Highland - The Royal Highland has a central location next to Inverness Train Station. It is a friendly, welcoming hotel with 2 restaurants, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Royal Highland has an excellent location for enjoying the activities and attractions in Inverness and the Highlands beyond. The airport is just 15 minutes away. The city-centre hotel combines traditional charm with a modern style, and has served guests for over 150 years. The Gallery Caf? and Ash Restaurant serve good value, tasty food served by a professional team. Bedrooms are comfortable, quiet and thoughtfully equipped.

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.

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.

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.

Drumnadrochit Hotel - This family-run hotel offers a warm, friendly, comfortable and relaxing stay in Loch Ness, and is housed within the world-famous Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre. Visit the exhibition centre's fantastic, 5-star multimedia exhibition, narrated into 14 different languages. There is a variety of shops in the complex including the Nessie shop and the whisky shop, and all things Scottish with a huge variety of products to remind you of your time at Loch Ness. The newly refurbished Loch Ness Bistro features the freshest local cuisine, and there is regular Scottish entertainment and a guaranteed good time with fellow guests and staff in the Loch Ness Bar. In the evening, traditional bar meals and dishes from an ? la carte menu are served.

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.

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.

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.

The Waterside Hotel - The Waterside Hotel offers a warm welcome with Highland hospitality and is 3 minutes walk from the city centre. An excellent base for your stay in the highlands. Ideally situated for daily trips. No lift. The Waterside Hotel, beautifully located on the south bank of the River Ness is a family owned and professionally run property, where management and staff will ensure all of your requirements are catered for and will help to plan your stay in Inverness. The Waterside Brasserie, with its fabulous river views and the Cocktail Bar are open all day, offering freshly prepared and imaginatively presented food and an impressive range of wines, beers, malts and spirits. The new owners have recently refurbished the public areas to brighten the place up and fulfil its potential. If you are looking for a sound base to tour the Highlands, The Waterside offers a warm welcome and Highland hospitality for the duration of your stay.

Ramada Inverness - With a superb setting on the banks of the River Ness, right in the heart of the city, the hotel has an ideal location for business and leisure guests. This modern hotel offers comfortable and contemporary accommodation in 106 rooms, including studio rooms. Each room has an en suite bathroom, satellite TV with pay-per-view movie channel, radio, hairdryer, trouser press, and a direct dial telephone with internet connection, as well as tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel's impressive facilities include free parking and a range of leisure facilities for guests' use free of charge. The hotel is also suitable for disabled guests. Inverness Castle, Loch Ness and the Culloden Battlefield are all just a short drive from the hotel. Urquhart Castle and Eden Court are also close by. Children and adults alike will enjoy the Moray Firth Dolphin Cruise. The hotel now operates a non-smoking policy throughout.

Park Hotel - The Park Hotel - Where the atmosphere & surroundings are as welcoming as the food. Why not go all the way! To Caithness, the land beyond the Highlands and enjoy the hospitality at the Park Hotel. The Park Hotel is an ideal base for touring the beautiful north coast of Scotland or sailing to The Orkney Isles. Explore, enjoy and take in the dramatic landscapes & seascapes. If you are up on business or just can't leave your work at home, we have conference facilities as well as broadband & fax, to help ensure that you are always in touch. The hallmark of this family business for the past 40 years has been its comfortable blend of hospitality and professional attention to detail.

Letterfinlay Lodge Hotel - On the banks of Loch Lochy, this hotel boasts breathtaking views over the Great Glen. Watch the world sail by from the panoramic sundeck. Many of the cosy, comfortable bedrooms have magnificent views over the loch, where you can watch the sun set and possibly see ospreys swooping over the water at dusk. Enjoy fresh produce and locally caught seafood cooked by the team of chefs. Run by a small team of friendly staff, Letterfinlay Lodge Hotel is just 17 miles from Fort William, home to Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain.

Achilty Hotel - A former Drover's Inn dating back to the 18th century, the Achilty Hotel provides excellent food and accommodation. The owners Ethel and Christopher Slater and their staff look forward to giving you a warm Scottish welcome. The Achilty Hotel is a 3 star aa Hotel, the hotel has 11 fully appointed en suite bedrooms, 2 restaurants and a lounge bar serving excellent Scottish food, with an emphasis on local produce from local suppliers to ensure a high quality of product. We are a great base for touring the highlands, taking in the beautiful scenery, wildlife and absorbing the historical points of interest in the area. Alternatively, you could just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet in the Wyvis lounge. In the lounge bar there is a good selection of local malt whiskies for you to try. Unfortunately the hotel does not have a lift.

Macdonald Academy Hotel - In the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, this 3-star family-orientated hotel is a comfortable, yet practical, base for a relaxing break or an exciting adventure holiday in the Highlands. This 102-bedroom hotel is especially good for families, and the majority of the rooms are suitable for up to 2 adults and 2 children. With large family rooms and a more relaxed atmosphere, the Macdonald Academy Hotel is a great base for adventure holidays for all the family or for corporate social events where partners and families can come together in their free time. The hotel offers accommodation on a room-only basis, with breakfast and dinner available in one of the restaurants in the resort, if required. The resort offers boundless opportunities to experience numerous outdoor activities all year round and the impressive leisure facilities are just a short walk from the hotel.

Skeabost Country House Hotel - Skeabost Country House Hotel stands within large private grounds at the edge of Loch Snizort. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding Scottish highlands and visiting the many local attractions. The hotel also has its very own nine-hole, 18 tee golf course which provides the perfect challenge for any level of golfer. Each of the hotel's bedrooms has colour television, Sky and tea and coffee making facilities. The superior rooms are all individually designed and boast an array of extra comforts. Many of the rooms also offer views over the landscaped grounds, Loch Snizort and the nearby river. Dining is available in the conservatory and in the wood panelled restaurant, both serving a fine selection of freshly prepared local and international dishes. A choice of over 100 fine malt whiskies is also available to complement your meal. For a more relaxed setting the hotel has its own cocktail bar and billiard room in which you can relax and unwind with your favourite drink. Skeabost Country House Hotel is also fully capable of hosting private business functions and weddings.

Breadalbane House Hotel - Housed within a splendid stone wall building, originally constructed in 1891, this small hotel is ideally set within a 2-minute walk of Wick town centre. Originally built as the private home of a local furniture maker, most of the interior woodwork, including the door and window frames and the staircase, were reputedly built personally by the owner. Today the building operates as an unassuming hotel with an in-house pub. The surrounding area offers a wealth of activities, including golf, fishing, tennis and swimming, all of which are available very close by.

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.

Laggan Hotel - This cosy country hotel in the Cairngorm National Park extends plenty of Highland hospitality and has an elevated position for stunning, scenic views of Speyside. The family-run Laggan Hotel is well located in 'Monarch of the Glen' country, which is ideal for outdoor pursuits: golf, fishing, mountain biking, cycling and walking. Enjoy a malt whisky from the vast selection in the bar, relax by the open fire or watch the wildlife from the conservatory. All rooms have countryside views and all are en suite. Tasty meals are available for residents and non-residents and are served in the dining room. Please give advance notice of any special dietary requirements.

Braeval Hotel - With stunning, uninterrupted sea views over Nairn's beach and the Moray Firth, this comfortable family-run hotel offers free Wi-Fi and an award-winning bar with a range of real ales. In the heart of the town of Nairn, Braeval Hotel is a great base from which to visit the Highlands of Scotland. A charming, traditional pub, the hotel's Bandstand Bar was awarded the title of Highlands & Islands Pub of the Year 2009 by CAMRA (the Campaign for Real Ale). The bar keeps 6 real ales and also has a Cask Marque award and an entry in the Good Beer Guide 2009. The hotel offers bar meals and an excellent seafood menu. Renovated in 2007, the en suite rooms are decorated in a contemporary, yet comfortable style. All rooms have TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers and radio alarm clocks. Some of the rooms have sea views. A full, traditional cooked Scottish Breakfast is included in the price.

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.

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.

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.

Premier Inn Inverness Centre - Just 15 minutes' walk from Inverness Railway Station and the very heart of the city centre, the hotel offers great value, with free parking and spacious, comfortable and modern en suite rooms. The Premier Inn Inverness Centre has a 24-hour reception desk and all rooms have satellite TV and telephone/modem points. Some rooms 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. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. Stylish and modern, the Auld Distillery restaurant and bar area serves good-value food from 12:00 to 22:00. With outside seating, you can even enjoy a drink or some food in the open air.

The Stewart Hotel - In over 5 acres of secluded woodland gardens, by the River Duror, in the heart of the West Highlands, this small family-run hotel was fully refurbished in 2008 at a cost of over ?200,000. The Stewart Hotel is a great base from which to explore the stunning natural beauty and the magnificent scenery of Scotland's West Coast. The very centre of Glencoe is just 7 miles (11 km) away and Ballachulish is just 3 miles (5 km) from the hotel. This 3-star hotel was fully refurbished in 2008, with 12 new bedrooms added and the gardens completely redesigned. There are 42 en suite rooms, 25 of which have spectacular views over Loch Linnhie to the Morvern Hills. All rooms have TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Overlooking the gardens, the restaurant offers English and Indian food. With open log fires and a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, the lodge-style bar serves a wide choice of ales, wines, and classic malt whiskies.

Onich Hotel - With dramatic mountain views and a stunning loch-side setting, this family-run hotel offers attractive, individually decorated rooms, beautiful gardens and an impressive restaurant. The Onich Hotel has a great location for a relaxing highland break or an action-packed adventure holiday on Scotland's West Coast. The surrounding countryside is renowned as an area of outstanding natural beauty and Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Fort William, Loch Ness, Oban, Mull, Iona and Skye are all within easy reach. All of the charming and comfortable en suite rooms are individually decorated and have their own unique character. Some rooms have balconies and many have panoramic views over the gardens to Loch Linnhe and the stunning scenery beyond. All rooms have satellite TV, radio, telephones, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. With stunning views of the loch, the restaurant specialises in fresh local produce including seafood, venison and game in season.

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.

Dunollie Hotel - The Dunollie Hotel has magnificent views across the sea to Loch Kishorn and the Applecross Hills. The bright, airy restaurant has an excellent reputation locally, and looks out across the water where dolphins and whales can occasionally be sighted. There are similarly splendid views from many of the shore-side bedrooms. There hotel has a bar offering local malt whisky and ales.