Castle Hotels in Scotland

Scotland is famous for many things, magnificenthotel.
scenery, some of the best whiskey in the world andThe location of the castle is excellent for touring
of course a high number of historic castles. Some ofEdinburgh or the central belt and the guestrooms offer
the best known castles include Eilean Donan nearluxury accommodation. Prices for a night's
Skye and Urquhart which overlooks Loch Ness.accommodation start from around £130.
These offers some fantastic photo opportunities but if3. Kildrummy Castle Hotel
you want an even more unique experience on a trip toSet in the North East of Scotland and with some
Scotland then you may want to try actually staying inmagnificent scenery in the surrounding area, Kildrummy
a castle. Castle Hotels in Scotland are becomingis a Victorian era property that offers elegant and
increasing popular and the are numerous optionscomfortable accommodation.
available throughout Scotland.The surrounding area offers a plethora of activities for
Most of these offer luxury accommodation whichthe potential tourist with castle and whisky trails in the
comes at a price but there are also castle hotelsregion and dozens of golf courses. Of course if you
which offer rooms at lower rates. Below you will find achoose to spend your time at the hotel there is
selection of four of the top castle hotels in Scotland.periodic furnishings and tapestries to admire as well as
1. Inverlochy Castlefour poster and king size beds to ensure a good nights
This hotel is located near Fort William in the Highlandssleep. Prices start at under £100 with single
region of Scotland and it is best known for being onerooms available.
of the best hotels in Europe. There are only a dozen4. Dornoch Castle
guestrooms in the castle but all of them offer spaciousThis hotel dates from the 15th century and gained
accommodation with luxury fittings and facilities.notoriety after being the location of Madonna and Guy
You can enjoy some magnificent views with highlandRitchie's wedding in 2000. The area is also home to
scenery surrounding the castle and you will find peacethe third oldest golf course in the world at Royal
and tranquility due to the castles isolated location onDornoch.
several acres of grounds.There are a total of 21 bedrooms in the castle and a
The accommodation is expensive with the cheapestselection of various types of accommodation from
rooms starting at around £400 for one night.standard double bed rooms to hand carved four
2. Dalhousie Castleposted bed rooms. The location is perfect for a luxury
Close to the capitol of Scotland, Edinburgh is thebreak and for relaxing with Inverness within easy
luxurious Dalhousie castle hotel, it has its own lands anddriving distance and a range of outdoor activities at the
a multitude of facilities for guest to make use of.nearby Fort William.
These include the relaxing Aqueous Spa and a barPrices here start at around £70 for a single
and restaurant, The restaurant offers a unique diningroom and £85 for a double room.
experience with its being located in the dungeon of the