Culzean Castle
© Barry Dawson / Ayrshire & Arran Tourism Group
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!
Neidpath Castle, Peebles
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.
