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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. We loved the breakfast! It was one of the best breakfasts we ever enjoyed in our travels. The location is right on the tram's path and very close to the city center. Ollie and the staff are amazing, and made the whole stay wonderful. We will come back with a big smile 😁

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9.5
Exceptional
1,076 reviews
Price from
£190
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. Comfortable and perfect location if doing the WHW.

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9
Superb
1,026 reviews
Price from
£73
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. Everything fine. View. Hosts. Breakfast.

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9.1
Superb
2,464 reviews
Price from
£140
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
1,412 reviews
Price from
£148.50
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. This place is outstanding, very clean with confortable beds, well located and quiet, staff very kind and breakfast great with the best scrambled eggs we had on the highland! Thank you!

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9
Superb
1,520 reviews
Price from
£138
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. Very nice, cosy and clean room with big comfortable bed and modern bathroom. Tea and coffee facilities in the room.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,074 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

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. The room was spotless, very comfortable and nicely decorated. The location was excellent and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent, with many great options; additionally, we've had a lovely dinner at the restaurant as well. Overall, an excellent stay; would definitely visit again.

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9
Superb
1,561 reviews
Price from
£80.50
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. Very nice hotel with lovely rooms, very nice location, free parking and Delicious breakfast!!

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9.4
Superb
1,057 reviews
Price from
£140
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. Absolutely wonderful, clean and so accommodating. The owner was gracious and kind. what a gem of a place. The charming atmosphere and delicious breakfast was such a pleasure. Thank you Elaine for being a fantastic host.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,035 reviews
Price from
£50
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. This property is well located on the edge of the village of Pitlochry. It is not directly located on the center where all restaurants and stores are, so you can enjoy a quiet environment. However, if you want to go in the village it’s only a two or three minute walk. The place is really beautiful and the breakfast is served in a solarium.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,021 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

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