The accolades came courtesy of the 2023 World Travel Awards, which recognise industry leaders in the tourism, airline, hotel, and hospitality sectors .
There are so many majestic landscapes and things to do in Scotland that it can be hard to narrow down where to visit. Choosing a hotel first can narrow things down.
An insider's guide to Edinburgh's top five-star hotels from modern, design-led accommodation like the Virgin hotel to rococo grande dames like The Balmoral including the best for Michelin-starred restaurants, luxurious rooms with four-poster beds and city views, swimming pools and spas, in locations near Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street and the Royal Mile.