Best hotels in Scotland

Index

• View step-by-step plan to book a cheap hotel
• Advice guide: book the nicest and most beautiful hotel rooms in December 2024
  • Compare most booked accommodations
  • Insight into the available facilities
  • Search for suitable locations
  • Rooms for every group size
  • Choose from hotel service levels
  • The pro’s of a typical American bed & breakfast.
• Enjoy during your holiday seasons
• Compare the most interesting Scotland hotel promotions of Sunday, December 22, 2024
• List of the most frequently used reservation platforms
• View today’s weather forecasts
• FAQ: frequently asked questions about a hotel stay

Details about bookable American hotel stays

Sleeping places can be found in various segments. There are possibilities to reserve an overnight stay for every guest. Which sleeping accommodation is right for me? In the next paragraph we show succinctly useful tips about types of popular hotels in Scotland for couples and families.

• Luxurious hotel: 3 star or 4 star accommodations for a for a weekend break.
• Boutique hotel: a stay in quirky and intimate private suites.
• Apartements (aparthotels): a neat and compact house in an apartment building. It is also known as condo rentals.
• Hostel (youth hostel): the best tip if you are looking for a cheap stay.
• Wellness hotel (Spa): sleep well after a day of massages, swimming, spa and beauty treatments.
• Family hotel: enough entertainment for the kids in a child-friendly hotel rooms.
• Business hotel: affordable and comfortable business accommodations with breakfast & lunch, conference rooms, free parking, pay on account, meeting rooms, centrally located.
• Holiday resorts: choose a holiday home by the sea, in the woods or at a recreational lake.
• Bungalow (cottage): an exclusive chalet with private garden and terrace.
• Campsite (glamping): while camping you stay in a side tent, folding trailer, motorhome, caravan, lodge tent.
• B&B’s (guesthouse): a charming accommodation with bed & breakfast services.

Filter by amenities and facilities

Finding a suitable and available hotel is now indispensable. You can easily filter the hotels by factors like reviews, board type, facilities, activities / entertainment, prices, location. In the paragraph below we explain the most relevant services often offered by hotels.

• Room with sauna: book a stay with additional amenities such as a steam bath.
• With jacuzzi (whirlpool): an unforgettable weekend in a romantic hotel room with a bubble bath.
• Hotel with swimming pool in Scotland: take a dip in the heated indoor pool.
• Balcony & terrace: book a room with a nice view.
• Pet-Friendly hotels: beautiful accommodations where your pet is welcome.
• With fitness: start your morning actively in the gym.
• Wheelchair accessible: obstacle and barrier-free, disabled parking spaces and lift.
• Free parking: leave your car safely in the parking lot.
• Free cancellation: you can still change or cancel your trip just before you leave.
• Other activities popular with the Americans: bowling, bike rental, horse riding, squash, golf, casino.

View lodging addresses with a fantastic location

For most travelers the residence location is an important theme. Do you need a bungalow in the city center of Scotland? Within walking distance of places of interest? Or would you rather have a room in a secluded spot in the green? In the accompanying piece you will find inspiration for the most wanted locations.

• Hotels in nature: search for the most beautiful nature houses hidden in the green.
• Waterfront (lakefront): enjoy swimming, boating, fishing or walking at a recreational lake.
• Hotel by the sea (the coast): the ultimate holiday feeling near the beach.
• Forest (lodge & cabine): get away from the crowds and retreat to the green woods.
• Hotels in city center: cozy streets, shops and bars.
• Holiday rentals near the airport: opt for further travel by public transport.
• Guest houses near train station: pleasant connection via the PT.

What room size are you looking for?

Are you traveling with a small group, for business purposes or are you going on holiday with the kids? Do you want a single room or double room? When applying for a place to stay, you must state the number of travel companions. Then you only see accommodations that match with your tour group (like Super 8 Motel – Chambersburg/Scotland Area).

• Single room (1 person): have your business hotel room booked with an invoice.
• Double room (2 persons): enjoy a pleasant overnight stay in a junior suite with your family.
• 3 person room: often a combination of double bed with sofa bed.
• Quadruple room (4 persons): every travel group feels at home (4 separate beds).
• Familyroom: luxury family room, entertainment, baby cot, cot and special chairs.
• Backpackers dormitory (hostel): easy to get to know new people (often bunk beds).

View the available board types

Hotels are fully equipped. Various arrangements are available. You can choose from various board types and service levels. With the tips below you can make your choice more easily.

• Lodging & breakfast: in the morning a delicious breakfast is served.
• Half board: a package including breakfast and dinner.
• Full board: booking in a hotel, including breakfast, lunch and evening meal.
• All-inclusive: unlimited enjoyment of good food and drinks (often as a buffet).
• Roomservice: order food and drinks with a call to the reception.
• Restaurant (buffet): an extensive menu with many local specialties.
• Bar & Lobby: after a day out you can enjoy wines, beers, cocktails and bites (e.g. for Super 8 Chambersburg/Scotland Area).

Explore small-scale bed & breakfasts in Scotland

A bed & breakfast is an accessible accommodation which is very popular for a citytrip. In practice a B&B is located in or next to an ordinary house. The distinctive character of a B-and-B is the personal attention, a lovely breakfast and a restful location. Generally, rates are more favorable compared to a standard hotel room. See also hotel offers in Scituate.

• Sleep and get your morning breakfast in a small-scale B&B accommodation.
• Get tips for fun local excursions and eateries.
• An idyllic place to sleep in Scotland (and the province). E.g. stay at Comfort Inn.

List of 10 saving tips for reasonable hotel rates in December 2024

1. Last-minute deals: book 1 or 2 weeks before departure.
2. Early Bird Discounts: in the spring the prices for the winter are sometimes more favorable.
3. Holiday comparison websites: check Agoda, Hotwire, Trivago, Expedia, Priceline, Skyscanner & Travelocity, KAYAK, Tripadvisor, Momondo, FareCompare, Hotelscombined for affordable prices.
4. Book directly with a hotel: major international chains such as Scandit Hotels, Radisson Blu, Best Western, Holiday Inn, Ibis, Mercure, Hilton, Wyndham, Choice Hotels, Accor, Novotel, Marriott have special promotions when you book through their own site.
5. Discount Codes: make use of American hotel promotions through last-minute discount sites such as Groupon, Hotwire, Retailmenot.com, Trip.com, Secret Escapes, Hoteltonight.com.
6. Package deals: search for a hotel with flight with shuttle service to take advantage of discounts and get maximum consumer protection.
7. Choose a less central location: the most affordable places to stay are often not found in the city center.
8. Vacation rentals: consider cheap private holiday homes in Scotland (December 2024) via rental platforms like VRBO, TheHolidayLet, Belvilla, Holidu, Novasol, Interhome and 9flats, atraveo, Tripping, HomeToGo, OneFineStay, Homestay.com.
9. Hostels & Inns: a shared room with a central location (much booked by backpackers).
10. Senior Discounts and Family deals: reduced rate for groups with children and the elderly.