You can expect:
- A grand and lavish interior - think spiral staircases, clawfoot baths, huge roaring fires, palatial bedrooms with canopy four-poster beds - all protected against rival clans (and the Scottish weather) by 4-foot-thick walls.
- On-site activities fit for a king or queen - from luxury spa facilities and falconry displays, to traditional country pursuits such as salmon fishing and horse riding through the castle grounds.
- Fine dining restaurants and cosy whisky bars. Some castle hotels in Scotland even have dining rooms in the castle's dungeon, meaning you can dine surrounded by suits of armour for an authentic evening.
- A fascinating history - Scotland's castles always have a quirky tale or two to discover - from royal visits to clan connections - and maybe even a ghost or two!
CASTLE STAYS IN SCOTLAND
There are lots of different types of castle accommodation in Scotland to fit all budgets and needs:
Scottish castle hotels - many of Scotland's grandest castles have been converted into luxury hotels. With classical, Baronial or medieval interiors, castle hotels in Scotland offer a taste of the past with modern and luxurious facilities.
Private rooms and B&B in a castle - whether you choose a castle B&B or a private apartment, book a room in a castle to feel like one of the family and explore behind the scenes of some of Scotland's grandest homes.
Self-catering and group accommodation in a castle - looking for lots of space indoors and out? Castles and stately homes are perfect large get-togethers. With grand dining halls, ballrooms and catering facilities, castles are the perfect place to host your celebration.