10 of the best hotels in the Scottish Highlands
Sarah Turner
Doune Knoydart, Inverness-shire
Part of the Scottish mainland, but with access only by ferry from Mallaig or an 18-mile walking track, the Knoydart peninsula is properly remote. Doune is a low-slung hotel built from the ruins of ancient cottages and has large-scale views over to the islands of Rum, Skye and Eigg. Today, there are four bothies and cottages. The hotel’s restaurant is the hub, serving organic vegetables from the its garden, shellfish from the neighbouring water and many cheeses from local dairies.
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The Torridon, Wester Ross
The rugged epitome of a north-west Highland escape, this boutique resort on the wild shores of Loch Torridon really does have something for everyone. You can go upmarket in the hotel, or chill out in the more casual and family-friendly stable conversion. Whichever you choose, there’s 55 acres to play with for walking, coasteering, snorkeling and wild swimming. Take your pick with the food, too – 1887 Restaurant for gourmet dining, or Bo & Muc for casual meals. Both source their produce from the surrounding estate. And the bar has an incredible collection of malts to try.