Hotel Guide 2025
Best Castle Hotels in Scotland (2025 Wishlist)
Why stay in a hotel when you can own the fortress? Scotland's castle hotels offer turrets, tartans, and 5-star service. Just watch out for the resident ghosts.
Quick Price Comparison
| Castle | Location | Avg Night | Best Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenapp Castle | Ayrshire | £450+ | Sea views of Ireland |
| Inverlochy Castle | Fort William | £600+ | Queen Victoria slept here |
| Dalhousie Castle | Near Edinburgh | £180+ | Dungeon dining |
| Fonab Castle | Pitlochry | £250+ | Modern spa + History |
| Stonefield Castle | Tarbert | £120+ | Budget friendly |
Top Picks Reviewed
Ultimate Luxury
Ballantrae, AyrshireGlenapp Castle
£450 - £900
Royalty Experience
Fort William (Highlands)Inverlochy Castle Hotel
£600 - £1200
Accessibile History
Bonnyrigg (nr Edinburgh)Dalhousie Castle Hotel
£160 - £280
Region Guide
The Highlands
Wild
Where you find the true remote castles (Inverlochy). Expect mountains and stags.
The Borders
Rolling Hills
South of Edinburgh. Easier to get to, greener, and great for fishing (Dalhousie).
West Coast
Islands
Dramatic coastlines and seafood. Access to Islay/Jura whisky distilleries.

