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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. Very nice and clean room with the best breakfast we ever had in a guesthouse! The owner and staff were super firendly and helpful. It's located just 15-20 mins from the old town, but also quite close to the Arthur's seat which is a must visit!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,084 reviews
Price from
£160
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 friendly welcome by the owners and their advice on where and how to travel through Scotland.

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9.1
Superb
1,037 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. This place is a real gem especially if you re getting one if the three room on the shore . The manager of this property is a real gentleman when you can fell the high human quality of this man , his love for the place and his care for his guests .If you want to feel scotland Ullapool , loch broom and Harbour house are a combination of scottish nature and culture .High praise !

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9.1
Superb
2,566 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
1,417 reviews
Price from
£150
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. Freshly cooked breakfast pre-ordered from the previous night. Rooms in good decoration and very clean. Very happy with our stay here.

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9
Superb
1,517 reviews
Price from
£132
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. Comfortable, welcoming, relaxed, lovely all round. Great breakfast, best B&B in Balloch, hands down.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,067 reviews
Price from
£95
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. Beautiful location, literally at the waterfront, super clean, comfortable and spacious room. Tasty breakfast (included in our stay), as well as dinner (not included, but great)!

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9
Superb
1,566 reviews
Price from
£74.75
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. Convenient location for walking to the center

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9.4
Superb
1,070 reviews
Price from
£114.24
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
1,034 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Grimisdale Guest House

Leverburgh

Grimisdale Guest House is offering accommodation in Leverburgh. This bed and breakfast features a garden and free private parking.

Featuring a private bathroom, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a terrace. Excellent location, easy to find when arriving by ferry, secure bike storage, clean, comfortable and helpful, friendly staff/owners. Very connected to the community and helpful when finding future accommodation. Bag transfer service to Tarbert given the terrain & wind was much appreciated. PS: cycling onward on a Sunday? Nothing is open so ask for a packed lunch. Lesson learned 😟

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9.6
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

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