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The 151 rooms at this Apex hotel vary in size, but all offer thoughtful design, a bathroom, contemporary surroundings and some nice views. There's also a spa, a pool, a fitness room and an on-site restaurant-pub: the Quayside bar & grill. Good discounts are sometimes available online. The comfort is optimal and the service impeccable. The hotel is well placed to discover the city on foot.

Set in a quiet residential area, yet close to the main road, Pitlochry Youth Hostel is a charming Victorian house with a great deal of character and style. The facilities are new and there is a mix of dormitories and private rooms for a total of 53 beds. The living room, dining room and kitchen are pleasant. The hostel also has its own bar and offers comfortable spaces to relax with a local beer, a glass of wine or a soda. Laundry, drying room and parking are also very convenient.

Set in over 110 hectares of wooded riverside parkland, the Dunkeld House Hotel is an upscale 4-star hotel. It occupies a former summer residence of nobility and offers magnificent views of the River Tay. Rooms are refined and equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms have a balcony overlooking the river. The hotel also offers suites decorated in different styles, with fireplaces, four-poster beds and large picture windows. A separate cottage is also available. Facilities include a heated indoor pool, sauna, tennis courts and spa. The hotel also boasts an upscale Scottish restaurant with terrace overlooking the River Tay, as well as a traditional oak bar. The Dunkeld House Hotel is ideally situated close to Dunkeld Cathedral and The Hermitage Forest. It's the ideal place to relax and enjoy the Scottish countryside.

Situated on the heights of the city, in the middle of the immense trees, this beautiful residence is a model of Scottish elegance and great comfort. The charming wooden furniture blends elegantly with the interiors which have retained their period charm. The common areas are pleasant and cosy. There is also a bar and a restaurant, both of which showcase the Scottish terroir and culinary expertise through a selection of excellent products.

The MacDonald Norwood Hall Hotel was built in 1881 on the site of a 15th century castle, Pitfodels Castle. Close to the city centre, it is a haven of peace with its 7 hectares of private gardens. The building itself is also beautiful and you will enjoy walking around as well as staying here. Enjoy dinner at the excellent Tapestry Restaurant or tea in the Georgian Coffee Shop. Charm and delight are guaranteed...

With their three central addresses, Skene House Apartments Hotels offer some 189 apartments for rent by the night, for a home-like stay in the city. The value for money is particularly attractive in the event of low occupancy, with free parking and breakfast included. The apartments have all the necessary comforts and include a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, sitting area and tastefully decorated.

In the shadow of Cain Gorm Mountain and on the edge of Loch Morlich, this second hostel of Hostelling Scotland is truly in the heart of nature, perfect for those seeking the closest proximity to hiking sites. It has a truly alpine atmosphere and many of the regulars return year after year. The hostel has a friendly bar and offers packed lunches for both lunch (handy for picnics!) and dinner.

Voted "Hotel of the Year 2019" by the Sunday Times, this establishment is extraordinary! A luxury hotel, it is above all a work of art and decoration to browse and inhabit throughout your stay. The artistic immersion is total and you walk through the lounges, library, corridors, restaurant and pub as if you were discovering a museum. Taxidermy pieces and contemporary art, antique furniture, old books and prints: each step is a surprise. As for the rooms, ultra comfortable, they all have a unique decor. To be discovered!

On the shores of Loch Alvie, this family hotel is a cocoon in the heart of the Cairngorms. You will be accommodated in comfortable rooms and will enjoy, during your stay, the cosy lounge areas, the excellent cuisine of the restaurant (dishes ranging from the great pub classics to Scottish specialties mastered to perfection), the rich pub menu or the very tasty cooked breakfasts. Add to that a very pleasant welcome!

A new generation establishment, ultra modern and very comfortable, the Sleeperz hotel is a good deal for several reasons: its very reasonable rates, its spacious rooms with all the comforts, its welcome at any time of the day or night and its privileged location in the heart of the city, with direct access to the train station and in the immediate vicinity of the Discovery, the V&A, restaurants and shuttles to the Edinburgh airport. We also like its cosy and trendy restaurant and bar, and the breathtaking views from the rooms.

Saorsa 1875 is a vegan hotel that advocates ethical luxury. It has been designed by vegetarians and vegans, nature lovers who want to offer a different and exceptional experience while respecting their values. They have achieved their goal perfectly and this hotel is particularly appreciated. It has 11 elegantly furnished rooms in its 19th century baronial house, which is set in a large 2 ha park, between woods and gardens. The restaurant is open to guests and offers an original menu where plants are in the spotlight.

Very nice hotel in the city centre, less than 5 minutes walk from Aberdeen train station. There is also a Molly's restaurant which offers local fresh products.

5* hotel in the heart of the Scottish countryside between Stirling and Perth. This luxury hotel consists of 206 rooms and 28 glamorous suites. The restaurant can host a wide range of events (from romantic dinners to birthday parties). Don't forget to make a detour to the rooftop. Gleneagles Hotel offers wedding rooms, in a historic setting, as well as seminars in the beautiful library. The hotel offers spa services and golf, but also unique experiences such as hunting, horseback riding, fishing and falconry shows.

On the outskirts of Elgin, this wealthy Edwardian mansion is of great elegance and rare finesse, with its ivy-covered stone walls and vast garden. Built in 1904, it will delight architecture lovers. The rooms are family, double or twin, and each includes a bathroom. All are tastefully decorated in a period style with touches of modernity for a comfortable and pleasant stay. The welcome, like the Scottish breakfast, are worthy of the best bed & breakfasts.

Sarah and Alastair open the doors of their charming bed & breakfast and its five brilliantly furnished rooms with comfortable bedding. Double, twins or family rooms, all have their own bathrooms and overlook the pines or the hills. The welcome is equal to the superb décor and the location. You can leave directly from the house for walks in the surrounding area, and with a bit of luck you will see red squirrels from your windows and cross red deers nearby.

In the tiny village of Carrbridge, Carrmoor is a cottage over 100 years old, with bedrooms all en-suite and charmingly arranged. The tapestries and bedding are decorated with floral motifs and Christine, the owner, is very kind. She will be happy to advise you on your excursions and visits, whether to the surrounding natural sites - hiking, sports... - as well as for distilleries, historical and cultural sites. It is also possible to have dinner on site.

Ardlogie is a very friendly quality guest house that offers five double rooms, one of which can become a triple. Each room has its own shower and toilet, and is pleasantly decorated with tartan motifs and paintings from the region. There is a garden and a patio for relaxing, with a whirlpool bath. Guests are taken care of. Parking is in the street: it is quiet, so it is easy to find a place. Attention: the establishment does not accept children under 5 years old.

This bucolic campsite is located in the middle of the forest, 3 km from the centre of Aviemore. Lovers of wild camping will be served! Each site is different, adapted to the relief and the presence of trees. Amenities include toilets, showers and laundry facilities, and pitches for caravans and campers include electricity. The Rothiemurchus activity centre is a short distance away, making it a good base for all outdoor enthusiasts.

Surrounded by woods on the edge of Aviemore, this large hostel is fully equipped and has large spaces, with 85 beds in dormitories or private rooms (single, double, quadruple). The laundry room, individual lockers, bicycle room and parking make life easier. The kitchen, the dining room and the two lounges are huge. There is even a billiard table next to the beautiful map of the Cairngorms massif. The property is ideal for exploring the area at a low cost, while taking advantage of the village's pubs and restaurants.

Set in a remarkable manor house in the heights of the city, Wellwood House is full of character and cachet. The charm of the old is omnipresent within its 1881 walls. The 12 bedrooms all have en-suite bathrooms, either adjoining or on the landing, with the added bonus of organic and Scottish toiletries. The furnishings imitate the style of the period and there are some beautiful views. The large tree-lined garden and the spacious dining room are complemented by two pleasant guest lounges, where there is a honesty bar: you pay for what you drink.