Best Luxury Hotels in Scotland

Scotland is a land where myths and legends intertwine with breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and a vibrant, enduring culture. From the rugged peaks of the Highlands to the serene lochs that mirror the sky, and the bustling streets of its historic cities, Scotland offers an enchanting blend of experiences for visitors. Whether you’re drawn to the haunting melodies of bagpipes echoing across ancient castles, the allure of the world’s finest single malt whiskies, or the call of adventure amidst untamed landscapes, Scotland welcomes with a timeless charm that is sure to captivate all who venture to its shores. When it comes to finding the best luxury hotels in Scotland, there are plenty to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a five-star hotel in the city or a cosy country retreat, there’s something to suit every taste and desire, read on to discover our favourites.

Scotland, Argyll and Bute, Oban

Knipoch House Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
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Rooms 26 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Scottish Cuisine Restaurant, Destination Fine Dining Restaurant, Cosy Bar with A Whisky Selection & Coal Fire, Pet-Friendly Accommodations, Outdoor Hot Tub
More Overlooking Loch Feochan, a Peaceful Retreat Six Miles from Oban

Overlooking Loch Feochan with panoramic views of rugged mountains and tranquil islands, Knipoch Hotel is just a short six-mile drive from Oban. This historic boutique 4-star hotel dates back hundreds of years and it became part of the Sonas Collection in early 2024 following a £1 million renovation. The property has been carefully restored to preserve its original charm, featuring stone walls, fireplaces and wood-panelled interiors while enhancing the guest experience with modern comforts such as super king-sized beds, luxury fittings and a relaxing outdoor hot tub. Knipoch Hotel’s newly launched destination restaurant ‘1635’ offers a seven-course, high-end Scottish dining experience, blending the finest local ingredients with seasonal flavours from across the country. This peaceful retreat is surrounded by stunning highland views and is an excellent base for exploring the local area.

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Scotland, Highlands, Tain

Glenmorangie House

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 9 Uniquely Designed Bedrooms Including 6 Double En-Suite Rooms & Three Cottage Rooms
Amenities Communal Dining Experiences Featuring Locally Sourced Ingredients & Whisky-Themed Interiors
More Located Near Tain in the Scottish Highlands, Close to Glenmorangie Distillery

One of only a handful of Scottish hotels to boast the Michelin Hotel Guide single ‘Red House’ symbol, this country house is found on the coast, an hour from Inverness. Deeply romantic in setting, Glenmorangie House is surrounded by a walled garden and located beside a ruined castle. And with just nine bedrooms, the intimate atmosphere lends itself to an exclusive couples’ escape. Award-winning menus are served in a dinner party style to provide a sociable element to your stay and camaraderie with fellow guests. As you may expect from a hotel inspired by the national beverage, whisky tastings are frequent – plus you might even be surprised by a spontaneous post-dinner ceilidh featuring local musicians. Read our expert review here.

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, New Town

W Edinburgh

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 244 Rooms Including 45 Suites With Select Accommodations Offering Private Terraces & Panoramic City Views.
Amenities Dining Options Feature Fusion Cuisine, A Rooftop Bar With 360-Degree Views, A Wellness Centre With Themed Treatment Rooms, & A Fully Equipped Fitness Centre.
More Located In Edinburgh's St James Quarter Providing Direct Access To Shopping, Dining, & Cultural Attractions.

W Edinburgh opened in November 2023 and has revolutionised the city’s hospitality scene. Located in the vibrant St James Quarter, this Marriott Bonvoy property combines Edinburgh’s rich history with modern luxury. The hotel features three distinct buildings, Ribbon Building, James Craig Walk, and Quarter House, each offering a unique perspective of the city. Its innovative design includes references to the city’s cultural, historic, and geographical aspects and the unique rooftop W deck rewards visitors with the finest unfettered 360-degree views of Edinburgh and beyond. Inside, elements of fire, water, and local materials create a compelling narrative. W Edinburgh has also introduced exciting dining experiences and social spaces, including Scotland’s first SUSHISAMBA restaurant celebrating Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine, the signature W Lounge ideal for all-day dining, and a secret speakeasy bar, João’s Place serving creative cocktails and premium spirits.

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Scotland, Fife, St Andrews

Fairmont St Andrews

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 209 Rooms, 17 Suites & 2 Manor Houses
Amenities Multiple Dining options including La Cucina & St andrews Bar & Grill, 9,000-square-foot Health Spa with Comprehensive Wellness Facilities, Fitness Centre, Two Championship Golf Courses
More Located on a 520-acre Estate overlooking the North Sea & St Andrews

The Fairmont St Andrews resort is a luxurious five-star destination located on the cliffs of eastern Fife. It offers stunning countryside views and is known as the ‘Home of Golf.’ The resort spans 520 acres and features two Championship golf courses, 212 beautifully furnished guestrooms and suites, and two Manor Homes with scenic views. Guests can enjoy a blend of luxury, wellness, sports, and local charm, with top-notch spa facilities, golfing options, and five dining choices (including two AA-Rosette restaurants). The property provides an ideal combination of outdoor adventure and relaxation, making it a perfect getaway for individuals, couples, families, and corporate retreats.

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Scotland, West Dunbartonshire, Balloch

Cameron House on Loch Lomond

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 208 Bedrooms including 28 Suites
Amenities Scottish Dining at Cameron Grill, Award-Winning Cameron Spa with a Rooftop infinity Jacuzzi, indoor Pool, Fitness Centre, 18-Hole Championship Golf Course
More Located within 400 acres of Scottish Countryside on the Banks of Loch Lomond offering Breathtaking views & a Tranquil Retreat

Cameron House is one of Scotland’s most luxurious hotels. Located on the banks of Loch Lomond, this five-star hotel offers stunning views, world-class cuisine, and an unrivalled level of service. Housed in a recently refurbished, restored and historical 17th-century Baronial mansion, Cameron House Hotel is situated in the heart of the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. Cameron House’s rooms and suites are some of the most spacious and well-appointed in Scotland and the hotel’s grounds are truly breathtaking. Guests can enjoy a round of golf on the hotel’s championship course, relax in the spa, or take a boat out onto Loch Lomond as well as enjoy a wealth of sporting activities. Cameron House is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a truly luxurious experience.

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Prestonfield

Prestonfield House

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 23 Uniquely Furnished Rooms & Suites including Themed Lord Provost Suite & the Winston Churchill Suite
Amenities Rhubarb Restaurant Serving Fine Scottish Cuisine & a Cozy Whisky Room offering Rare Malts
More Situated Minutes from Edinburgh's Old Town Surrounded by 20 acres of Gardens & Parkland Providing a Secluded Retreat within the City

Prestonfield House is a unique 5-star hotel that seamlessly blends opulence, theatricality, and luxury within one of Edinburgh’s most charming historic buildings and has been operating since the 1950s. This exclusive haven, presided over by James Thomson, marries the serenity and seclusion of a country estate with the vibrancy of urban Edinburgh. Set within 20 acres of beautiful, manicured gardens, with views across the nearby majestic Arthur’s Seat guests can enjoy the tranquillity of the green open space. Yet just a mere five-minute jaunt from the heart of Edinburgh, those seeking to explore the city can easily do so.

Each of the 18 lavish bedrooms and five romantic suites showcases individual features and character, adorned with one-of-a-kind antique furnishings and distinctive feature beds with the antique theme flowing throughout the hotel. The destination restaurant, Rhubarb, presents guests with the choice of private dining rooms, lavish salons, and grand public spaces – not to mention the fine seasonal cuisine they serve. The level of service and hospitality is impeccable, personal yet professional.

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Old Town

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Apartments
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 82 Modern Apartments & Penthouse
Amenities Restaurant Luckenbooths
More Located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile

Taking the aparthotel to another level, Cheval Old Town Chambers takes advantage of all of the 15th-century charm found within its tenement homes across three buildings. But this is offset by clean contemporary lines and modern Scandi-inspired furnishings. Choose a studio, an apartment with a mezzanine, a private outdoor terrace, or a four-bedroom townhouse. You’ll have access to a concierge to assist you around the clock, a gym and a lobby with comfortable seating for a little fireside reading, as well as Luckenbooths restaurant for a touch of trad. Cheval Old Town Chambers welcomes pets and families and has several accessible apartments.

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, New Town

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

Apartments
(5 stars)
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Rooms 50 Modern Apartments, Suites some with Terraces & a Penthouse
Amenities On Site Dining at Hawksmoor, The Register Club, a Cavefit Gym in a Historic Vault, Fully Equipped Kitchens
More Centrally Located on St Andrew Square in Edinburgh's New Town

A former bank, this restored 19th-century building on St Andrew’s Square now accommodates high-end apartments. These range in size from studios to three-bedroom residences, providing a home-away-from-home experience during a longer stay. The apartments are serviced daily and include Nespresso machines. Cook in your own space, or eat in-house at The Register Club, with its top-floor (and top drawer) Art Deco ambience and creative libations. And you’re only steps from multiple eateries for fine or family dining. Travelling with your four-legged friend? They’ll get their own bed, blanket, toys and treats on arrival. 

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, New Town

The Balmoral

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 167 Rooms & 20 Suites with Scottish-inspired Decor
Amenities Fine Dining & Brasserie Dining options, Comprehensive Spa & Wellness Centre with indoor Pool & Fitness Facilities, & Pet-Friendly
More Perfectly Positioned on Princes Street, next to Waverley Station

Sitting at the crossroads of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and Georgian New Town, The Balmoral meaning ‘majestic dwelling’ in Gaelic is more than just a hotel, it’s one of the Scottish capital’s most iconic landmarks.A true masterpiece of Scottish Baronial design, its exterior is a romanticised interpretation of medieval Scottish castles brought to life through its warm sandstone façade. While intricate carvings along with decorative turrets, gables and ornate columns, all add to its sense of history and grandeur. A masterpiece outside is equally matched inside, including 187 rooms, suites and one-of-a-kind signature suites including the J.K Rowling Suite where the novelist herself finished writing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Experience award-winning fine dining at Number One, sophisticated Afternoon Tea in The Palm Court, stylish brasserie dining and bar Brasserie Prince, and an exceptional whisky collection at SCOTCH. The Balmoral Spa adds to the experience with indulgent treatments, making the hotel a true resort-like escape in the heart of the city.

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, West End

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 241 Rooms & Suites many with Castle Views
Amenities Offering Award-Winning Dining options like Grazing by Mark Greenaway & Dean Banks at the Pompadour, a Spa with Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Room, Whirlpool, & Two Gyms
More Situated on Princes Street

Housed in a Victorian building that dates back to 1903, this hotel is considered to be one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and was one of the British grand railway hotels. Nowadays The Caledonian is perhaps most renowned for its excellent cuisine. Dean Banks at The Pompadour, the flagship restaurant by a star of TV’s Masterchef, has been awarded a coveted Michelin star. Then there’s Grazing by Mark Greenaway and Peacock Alley for drinks and snacks. This Curio Collection property also offers a Guerlain Spa, with treatments using 111SKIN face and body products.

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Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Leith

Fingal

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 23 Luxury Cabins including Classic & Duplex Sive Skerryvore Suite
Amenities the Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar offers Breakfast, Afternoon Tea, Dinner & Cocktails in a Luxurious Setting
More Permanently Berthed on Edinburgh's Vibrant Waterfront, Providing a Unique Floating Hotel Experience

Originally built to transport keepers and supplies to lighthouses around Scotland, this heritage vessel is now an AA five-star hotel with  AA Rosettes. Docked in Leith, the ship provides wonderful waterside views, as enjoyed from the restaurant (named after Fingal’s original purpose) and the deck, where guests can partake of artisanal cocktails as the sunsets over the sea. Each of its 23 cabins has been named after a lighthouse and comes equipped with Noble Isle amenities. Set over one or two levels, they feature soft curves, with an interior design reflecting the glory days of mid and early-20th-century travel.

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Scotland, Ayrshire, Turnberry

Trump Turnberry

Hotel
(5 stars)
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Rooms 198 Rooms & Suites, Villas & Self Catering Cottages, including the Unique Turnberry Lighthouse Suite
More Set on the Ayrshire Coastline offering Stunning Sea views & Edwardian Elegance

Standing proudly above storied golf links and the rugged Ayrshire coastline, Trump Turnberry provides modern Edwardian opulence and attention to detail along with 800 rolling acres of countryside where legendary King Robert the Bruce once had his castle. The property has been a landmark since 1906 and not only is it a renowned golf destination, featuring the famous Ailsa course it also offers a large destination spa and a wide range of outdoor pursuits including equestrian activities and clay pigeon shooting. Dining options include its signature 1906 restaurant, Grand Tea Lounge and Bar, and the Duel in the Sun, a golf-inspired eatery each overlooking its famous golf courses.

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