WHO wouldn't want to stay in a castle and feel like royalty if they could? Now you can take your pick, with VisitScotland unveiling its list of castles guests can sleep in.
So what can you expect from a castle stay in Scotland?
- An unparalleled choice of castle accommodation to fit all budgets, from five-star luxury hotels and exclusive-use venues to castle campsites and self-catering options.
- Serene locations, with some tucked away in some of the country's most beautiful landscapes.
- Accommodation with a fascinating history and masses of quirky tales and stories to uncover.
Here are some examples:
Ackergill Tower: A magnificent 15th century castle three metres from the water at Sinclair Bay, Scotland's northernmost tip. You can book individual rooms or the tower can be booked exclusively - https://ackergilltower.com/
Culzean Castle: Stands dramatically on a cliff with superb views across the sea to the mountains of the Island of Arran. Culzean is in the heart of Burns country, a central base for visiting the poet's haunts. Other National Trust for Scotland properties are within easy driving distance - http://www.culzean-eisenhower.com/
Dalhousie Castle: Steeped in a wealth of history. Queen Victoria and Sir Walter Scott have paid visits here - http://dalhousiecastle.co.uk/
Borthwick Castle: Set amid rolling countryside only 12 miles from Edinburgh, the castle was built in 1430 and has been carefully refurbished for private hire, and large family stays on an exclusive use basis, sleeping up to 26 - http://www.borthwickcastle.com/
Glenapp Castle: A fairytale castle hidden on the beautiful Ayrshire coast in Ballantrae with breathtaking gardens, forest and seascapes - https://www.glenappcastle.com/
Sherbrooke Castle Hotel: In the most prestigious of Glasgow's residential areas, and set in its own grounds, the hotel is five minutes from the city centre and 10 minutes from Glasgow airport - https://www.sherbrookecastlehotel.com/
Inverlochy Castle: Nestled in the foothills of the mighty Ben Nevis, and in some of the most beautiful scenery in Scotland, this 19th century castle hotel is one you'll never forget - http://inverlochycastlehotel.com/
Castle Hotel Huntly: Set in seven acres of parkland within walking distance to the town of Huntly and an 18-hole golf course, it is ideally situated for salmon and trout fishing and whisky trails - http://www.castlehotel.uk.com/
Crossbasket Castle: This stunning 17th century building has been transformed into a luxurious hotel with nine ensuite bedrooms, each decorated in a period style and named in honour of a historical custodian of the castle. There is also an Albert Roux restaurant - http://crossbasketcastle.com/
Fasque Castle: A baronial mansion house with 19 bedrooms and cottages dotted around the estate - http://fasquecastle.com/
Fonab Castle Hotel and Spa: Located on the banks of Loch Faskally, it is a short walk from the heart of the historic town of Pitlochry - http://www.fonabcastlehotel.com/
