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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mayfield Bed and Breakfast - Boasting fantastic views over Ben Nevis and the Nevis Range of mountains, this small, family-run B&B is set in the rural village of Torlundy, just 3 miles away from Fort William. Your hosts, Michael and Maxean, aim to make your stay at Mayfield comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable. They will be on-hand to help and advise you on how to get the best from your stay in the Highlands, they can even provide suggested tour guide information for you. Mayfield is a bungalow, so there are no stairs inside, however there are 4 steps up into the house. If you have difficulty with steps, please contact the house prior to making a reservation to discuss suitability as there are no disabled facilities.

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.

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.

Craigdarroch House - With a superb quiet location in a Highland forest near Falls of Foyers waterfall, Craigdarroch House has open log fires and stunning panoramic views of Loch Ness. Craigdarroch House has a restaurant in which you can savour a candle-lit dinner in the dining room, with views of the loch and the hills beyond. Bar meals are served all day. The lounge bar has a fine malt whisky collection of 130 whiskies. Relax with a book or watch the wildlife in the surrounding woodland from the comfort of the hotel's conservatory. On the hillside above Loch Ness, Craigdarroch House is great for guests who want to stay in an area of outstanding natural beauty and explore the Highland area.