Castle hotels Scotland

This fascinating 13th Century fortress is set within a wooded parkland along the picturesque banks of the river Esk on the outskirts of Edinburgh. The castle has occupied a position of great strategic importance for centuries and has seen it fair share of history. From the moment you arrive at Dalhousie Castle, one of the finest luxury hotels in Scotland, a warm Scottish welcome awaits you. Feel like the 'Laird' of the castle while having a drink at the 'secret bar' next to the open fire, dining in the ancient barrel-vaulted dungeon or relaxing in a four-poster bed in one of the castle's bedrooms. 14 km from the centre of Edinburgh. More hotel information and guest reviews

Culzean Castle - near Glasgow

This storybook castle is dramatically perched on a cliff top, with superb views across the Firth of Clyde to the mountains of the Island of Arran. In the 18th Century the old fortified tower castle was converted into the finest Georgian castle in Scotland. Its Circular Saloon and Oval Staircase are acknowledged masterpieces.The castle stands in nearly 600 acres of Ayrshire's finest woodland and coastal walks. The five kilometre magnificent coastline stretches from the sand dunes at the south end of the park, the rugged rocky shoreline, pitted with rock pools, caves and rock arches to the shore and beaches of Croy Shore, the northern boundary of the park. 6 km to nearest train station. Bus stop at estate entrance.     More hotel information and guest reviews

Inverlochy Castle - West Highlands

Inverlochy Castle was built in 1863 near the site of the original 13th Century fortress. It is nestled amongst the foothills of Scotland's highest mountain - the mighty Ben Nevis.

Take a cruise on nearby Loch Ness and watch out for the ever elusive 'Nessie'. Go fly fishing for trout on the castle loch, watch a falconry display or see the waterfalls at Glen Nevis. Take long walks in the breathtaking surroundings of the castle that so enchanted Queen Victoria that it became one of her favourite Highland retreats.

6km to train station Fort William with direct connections to Glasgow and London.  More hotel information