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Ben Cruachan Guest House

Broughton, Edinburgh

Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh Waverley station and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace. The property is around 2.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 2.4 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.7 km from The Real Mary King's Close. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside. Everything is nice the breakfast the hospitality and it’s near to everything

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9.5
Exceptional
1,087 reviews
Price from
€ 235
per night

Birchwood Guest Lodge

Balmaha

At the guest house, all rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All guest rooms at Birchwood Guest Lodge come with a seating area.

Glasgow is 33 km from Birchwood Guest Lodge, while Stirling is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Glasgow Airport, 42 km from the guest house. The owners were very friendly and welcoming, and they had great recommendations for things to do in the area. Great location, a short walk from the centre of Balmaha and easy access to the trails and beaches. Loved the decor! The porch of the self-catering kitchen was a great place to sit and enjoy the evening sun.

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9.1
Superb
1,036 reviews
Price from
€ 86
per night

Harbour House

Ullapool

Set in Ullapool, Harbour House has a garden. This guest house offers luggage storage space and free WiFi.

The private bathroom is fitted with a bath or shower. The units in Harbour House are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Quite, peaceful along the water,s edge. Nice prints in wc of Doe Castle & Dunlewy Church which we recognised.

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9.1
Superb
2,523 reviews
Price from
€ 164
per night

Brambles of Inveraray 4 stars

Inveraray

Located in Inveraray and within less than 1 km of Inveraray Castle, Brambles of Inveraray features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 4-star inn offers a 24-hour front desk.

Guest rooms at the inn are equipped with a seating area and a TV. Each room is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. At Brambles of Inveraray each room includes bed linen and towels. We had one of the new rooms which is beautifully furnished and has a very big bathroom with both shower and tub. Everything is new and clean and the bed is super comfortable. We would come back.

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9
Superb
1,418 reviews
Price from
€ 194
per night

Atholl Villa Guest House 4 stars

Pitlochry

Situated in the town of Pitlochry, Atholl Villa Guest House is a privately owned Victorian building, offering views of Ben Vrackie. It has free parking and retains many original features, such as open fireplaces and wooden sash windows. We had 2 bookings for this trip for a group of 10 people! James was very accomodating and helped us with everything,m. Even gave us amazing tips for our next stops in Portree. The guest house has a perfect location near the Atholl Wiskey Distillery, restaurants and town center. The place felt very homey and clean.

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9
Superb
1,528 reviews
Price from
€ 162
per night

Gowanlea Guest House 4 stars

Balloch

On the edge of Loch Lomond and a 30-minute drive from Glasgow and its airport, this 4-star guest house has hearty Scottish breakfasts and free Wi-Fi.

Traditionally decorated, the bedrooms at Gowanlea Guest House all feature a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests can also enjoy tea/coffee making facilities. The Full Scottish Breakfast was wonderful

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9.5
Exceptional
1,070 reviews

The Waterfront 4 stars

Anstruther

Just a few steps from Anstruther’s harbour and marina, with views over the Firth of Forth, The Waterfront offers 4-star bed and breakfast accommodation with free Wi-Fi. Its à la carte restaurant has a charming modern glass and timber frontage. Beautiful location. Beautiful place

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9
Superb
1,555 reviews
Price from
€ 95
per night

Carisbrooke Guest House 4 stars

Inverness City Centre, Inverness

In the heart of Inverness, Carisbrooke Guest House offers contemporary en suite rooms with TVs. There is free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

A 5-minute walk over the river brings you to a range of excellent restaurants and pubs. Cozy room with everything you’d need, delicious breakfast to start off the day, easy access parking. Would definitely recommend and stay again. The owner Joy was also so lovely.

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9.4
Superb
1,070 reviews
Price from
€ 158
per night

Lakeview Guest House

Stranraer

Ideally situated on Stranraer seafront, overlooking Loch Ryan and just 5 minutes' walk from the town centre and train station, this family-run guest house offers free Wi-Fi, ample, free, off-street parking, scenic views and cooked breakfasts. Cairnryan ferry terminal is only a 5-minute drive. The host, Elaine, was exceptional. Our room was at the back of the house and nice and quiet. Complimentary sips of whisky and chocolate helped us relax after a terrible travel day. Easy walking to city center and train station. Vegan breakfast was delicious.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,028 reviews
Price from
€ 59
per night

The Claymore Guest House and Apartments 4 stars

Pitlochry

Also available are the Claymore Apartments (deluxe rooms). Enjoy a peaceful nights rest in our boutique style bedrooms, which feature bathrooms with large walk-in showers, heated mirrors and towel rails. They are finished with the highest quality oak and leather. Room was excellent. Location was perfect and close to everything in Pitlochry, which is a fun little town! Facilities were clean and the room was quiet. Breakfast was great and appreciated. Staff were very polite and fun to get to know

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9.5
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
Price from
€ 164
per night

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