Known locally for a tranquil setting and outstanding, locally sourced and prepared seafood, Oban has much to offer it’s many visitors. Not only is there much to see and do in the town itself, but Oban is often used as the perfect base from which to explore the wider reaches of West Scotland and the Highlands.

Highlights in Oban include the 1880’s folly ‘McCaig’s tower’ which can be seen from almost anywhere in the town, Oban distillery & visitor centre, The War and Peace museum and Art gallery. The sea life centre is very popular, and you can even take a trip out to sea and view sea life in the wild.

You are destined to be charmed with the hospitality of the local people, and pampered in one of the many bed and breakfasts, guest houses, or hotels in Oban.

There are several small villages surrounding Oban which are worth a visit too, such as Helensburgh, Taynuilt and Inverary.

The town of Kelso lies at the heart of the Scottish Borders and was built around the abbey where King James II was killed in 1460. Floors Castle is nearby, and indeed the entire area is littered with historic monuments to visit. Kelso also provides a great base from which to further explore the Borders and it’s other settlements such as Jedburgh and Melrose.

Accommodation is plentiful and welcoming, you will find the people in the area very friendly and they will go out of their way to make your stay one to remember. You can be sure to find somewhere to stay which suits your taste (and your pocket) in our selection of hotels in The Scottish Borders.

The beautiful Island off the North West tip of Scotland is very popular among couples as a romantic weekend retreat but it is equally suited to a family break from the norm. Once you have crossed the famous Skye Bridge – mountain biking, hill walking, nature trails and simply taking in the scenery and slower pace of life are what to expect on your trip to Skye.

The Island is full of charming holiday cottages, self catering accommodation and welcoming guest houses, but you can also spoil yourself with a 4 star hotel stay if you so choose.

Our Skye Hotels section provides visitor ratings for guest houses and hotels on Skye and allows you to compare room prices for specific holiday dates. Don’t forget that all accommodation on Skye is also protected by our best price guarantee.

We sincerely hope you enjoy your trip to The Isle of Skye.

Its great to have a holiday in Scotland, but it doesn’t always have to be a full-blown two-week extravaganza. Scotland is a great place for a weekend, a few days or even a two-night treat. With over 650 Scottish hotels on our database, all ready to book online, we are sure to have that special place to give you the ideal short break in Scotland. Click the link below to view six places we have suggested for great short breaks in Scotland:

Short Breaks In Scotland

The city of Glasgow in Scotland is a wonderful destination for a short break in Scotland, with lots of museums, theatres, fine dining establishments and much much more. We have hotels right in Glasgow city centre so if you are taking public transport to Glasgow, such as flying from London, you won’t even need a car once you arrive in the city. Glasgow has so much to offer and is the perfect destination for an exciting weekend.

The scottish capital city of Edinburgh is a truly beautiful city and a fantastic place to visit for any length of time. Full of incredible history, amazing performing arts of all sorts, beautiful buildings, museums and so much more, Edinburgh is known around the world for its attractions. If you live in the UK and would like a short break in Scotland, the city of Edinburgh can offer you so much to see and do you’ll want to stay even longer. Perhaps you are going to visit the incredible Edinburgh castle, or take a walk up Arthurs Seat to admire the views, maybe visit the national museum of Scotland or attend some of the hundreds of performances at the Edinburgh International Festival. Whatever you decide to do, Edinburgh is a fantastic place for a short break in Scotland!

Another of our suggestions in our short beaks in Scotland section is the highland capital of Inverness. Its not as far away as one may think, with great air connections to over 20 cities in the UK, including London, Leeds, Bristol, Hull, Birmingham, Exeter and many more. Once you arrive in Inverness you’ll be spoilt for choice in one of the most historic small cities in the world. Right on your doorstep is the world famous Loch Ness where you can enjoy some monster-spotting, a lake cruise or visit the incredible Urquhart Castle. Just to the south of inverness is Culloden Battlefield – the site of the last battle fought on British soil in 1746 when the highland army of Bonnie Prince Charlie was defeated by the government troops of the Duke of Cumberland. Inverness also has the magnificent Eden Court Theatre, a fantastic museum, lots of great places to eat and some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Make a date with history and try a short break in Inverness Scotland.

Wherever you decide to have your holiday we have so many fine hotels for you to choose from that you will have no trouble planning your short break in Scotland!

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As the summer draws to a close and the autumn leaves are turning, why not treat yourself and your family to a trip around Inverness and Loch Ness. You may be monster-hunting, castle visiting, taking a trip on one of the many cruise boats on Loch Ness or shopping in the small but beautiful city of Inverness which has an amazing variety of shops with names both big and small.

The key to your short break in Inverness-shire is finding quality accommodation and that’s where our excellent selection of hotels in Inverness comes into its own. From top-notch luxury to basic but ideal hotels and guest houses, we have something for everyone.

Visit Hotels In Scotland to view hotels and guest houses in and around Inverness with available rooms. You can also book online, reserve a room in Inverness and sort your real-time results by distance, price and more. Visit hotels in Scotland today!