Title: St Columba Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32975003&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # St Columba Hotel Hotel with free breakfast, steps from St. Oran's Chapel ## Photo gallery for St Columba Hotel ![Free daily full breakfast - St Columba Hotel (Isle of Iona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/13b631b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - St Columba Hotel (Isle of Iona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/e61021b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - St Columba Hotel (Isle of Iona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/84526f1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living room - St Columba Hotel (Isle of Iona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/8ea36ef4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View - St Columba Hotel (Isle of Iona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/5608fbd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to St. Oran's Chapel and Iona Abbey, St Columba Hotel provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 22 - Jan. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=32975003&PinnedHotelID=32975003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=32975003&PinnedHotelID=32975003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 23 - Jan. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=32975003&PinnedHotelID=32975003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=32975003&PinnedHotelID=32975003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - 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86 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/7eb44fd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/06e5009d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Sea View ![Double Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/0bb2de2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Sea View ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, Sea View ![Twin Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/cd508fa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Sea View ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Room, Sea View ![Family Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/f31d113c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Sea View ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed - Sea view ### View all photos for Single Room, Sea View ![Single Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/d08865e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Sea View ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed - Sea view ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View ![Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/5608fbd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds - Sea view ### View all photos for Sea-view Large Double ![Sea-view Large Double](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/d9eaea09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sea-view Large Double 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed - Sea view ### View all photos for Sea View Twin/Double ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32980000/32975100/32975003/46c74ce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sea View Twin/Double ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIsle-Of-Iona-Hotels-St-Columba-Hotel.h32975003.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIsle-Of-Iona-Hotels-St-Columba-Hotel.h32975003.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Isle of Iona, St Columba Hotel is near the beach. Iona Abbey and St. Oran's Chapel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Traigh Mhor and Dun I. Iona Heritage Centre and Traigh Gheal are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Isle of Iona travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Isle-Of-Iona.dx11264) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.33357%2C-6.39340&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_F6neql3lGhk1s7f2lPZ0_TQaZo=) St Columba Hotel, Isle of Iona, Scotland, PA76 6SL ### What's nearby - ![I lived on the Isle of Mull for a few months in 2003, so made it to Iona a few times. The Abbey was under renovation at the time but most of it was open. The ruins were very peaceful, as the tourist season had passed.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093019/42d2a88e-efe6-4ffd-b809-9a6c8afdced0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Iona Abbey 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - Iona Heritage Centre 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - St. Oran's Chapel 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Dun I 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Traigh Mhor 5 min drive \- 1.3 km ### Restaurants - Martyrs Bay 6 min walk - Argyle Hotel 4 min walk - The Keel Row - The Rookery Café 2 min walk - St Columba Larder ## About this property ### St Columba Hotel Hotel near St. Oran's Chapel Located close to Iona Abbey and Iona Heritage Centre, St Columba Hotel provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar. Other perks include: - Free self parking - A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance - Smoke-free premises and concierge services Room features All guestrooms at St Columba Hotel feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as St Columba Hotel Isle of Iona St Columba Isle of Iona St Columba Hotel Hotel St Columba Hotel Isle of Iona St Columba Hotel Hotel Isle of Iona ## Frequently asked questions ### Is St Columba Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at St Columba Hotel? ### What time is check-out at St Columba Hotel? ### Where is St Columba Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## St Columba Hotel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 34 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Weather was cold and rainy but room was warm and inviting. The dining room service and food were excellent. Location is convenient to all important sites on the island. ##### DAVID Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cornelia Sep 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I loved staying here. Everything was splendid. Staff was lovely. Food was excellent...wish I could live there forever. ##### Cornelia Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy Sep 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel fulfilled our expectations. The staff were excellent, friendly and helpful. There was a relaxed atmosphere which suits the island environment. Will go back. ##### Sandy Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian May 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is situated right next door to the abbey, and the whole island is walkable from there. The hotel has a beautiful food garden that is at least a few acres, and guests are free to walk in the organic garden, I found this very peaceful. Staff were all very helpful, picked up my bags at the ferry, which was welcome. The hotel is very comfortable with large lounge areas, which led to lots of interaction with other guests, adding to the pleasure. ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a wonderful hotel, great location to access everything on Iona, staff clearly enjoy working there, as nothing was too much trouble and shared lots of local knowledge and lovely warm hospitality. Really helpful to have concierge to help with bags up from the ferry. The hotel lounge is just as enjoyable as seeing the island as it looks across the water and so you can just breathe in the view. Food was high standard and lovely they have a kitchen garden so lots of fresh organic materials. Rooms spacious and beautiful decorated and dressed so it feels luxurious. Using lovely Scottish toiletries was a nice touch. I wished I could have stayed longer. ##### Hayley Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Definitely Stay At St Columba Hotel in Iona Wonderful staff, especially front desk. ##### Joseph Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna Apr 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely wonderful stay - beautiful hotel - location out of this world. Staff so friendly - nothing too much trouble - food excellent. Can’t wait to come back! ##### Donna Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### ben May 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Alarm went off before 6am was quite annoying especially as it was a technical fault. Food sounded better than it was, we had a family room which was small for 3\. There was nice lounge and beautiful views. ##### ben Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aren May 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Incredible location on the Isle of Iona near St. Oran's Chapel, the Abbey, and the Nunnery ruins. Amazing sea views from my window. Staff were unfailingly kind, warm and helpful. A full breakfast in a beautiful room off the main dining room was included, by far the most substantial and varied breakfast of my trip. There were a few glitches with the room, for example; the only light in the bathroom was attached to a noisy fan, impeding my ability to take a peaceful bath. Glitches were not bothersome enough to mar my overall enchanting stay. ##### Aren Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### david Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Not great value for money. More than happy with the service but we felt let down by the standard of the hotel for the price paid. Heating seems to be an issue as the common rooms were all cold - and we were not the only ones that noticed. There is no raging fire as described in the website - it is fake fire with steam to help your imagination. The sea view is of a garden bush with a glimpse of the water. Next time we would stay somewhere else and only stop by for a meal which we did however enjoy. The views from the garden and sitting room are fantastic. ##### david Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Apr 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A haven of tranquillity far from the madding crowd The hotel has a great location - near the Abbey, and with wonderful views across the Sound of Iona to Mull. There is a pair of binoculars in the sitting room for use there by guests. You can see the ferry plying its way to and from Mull in all weathers. The staff were friendly and helpful. On the day of my departure it rained heavily and they offered to drive me and my luggage to catch the incoming ferry. The food was of a high standard. My room was comfortable, with none of those modern gimmicks like fancy extra fancy decorative cushions which always end up on the floor! I liked the fact there was no television in my room. WiFi was a little unpredictable, but satisfactory for my needs. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Joanna Apr 12, 2024 Disliked: Staff & service #### Cannot recommend Due to other reviews, I had high hopes in booking this hotel. Sadly, I absolutely cannot recommend this hotel. Due to a storm, ferries to the island were canceled so we were unable to arrive on our initial check-in day. I called the hotel to see what could be done about our 3 nt reservation. The front desk manager said the booking platform had a strict no cancelation policy. Yet, when I called the booking platform, the rep said the decision was fully the hotel's to make. The next day, there was a very short window where we were able to get to Iona for just a few hours (return ferries were predicted to be canceled the next day as well- and sure enough, they were). I went to the hotel to see if I could talk to someone in person. The front desk manager was so rude and patronizing when I explained the situation- and referred me back to the cancelation policy he said was listed on the hotel's website. There is NO cancelation policy listed on the hotel's website. And the cancelation information on the booking platform states that a refund is possible in case of cancelation. Dishonesty is NOT great customer service! In addition, the hotel manager stated that ferries are often canceled- if this is the case, why is there no information for guests regarding what to do in this case??? Room rates for this hotel are really high. Not only did we lose what we pre-paid for the hotel- we had to pay for another hotel off island. Potential guests be warned!! ##### Joanna Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krisztian Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Jederzeit wieder! Die Insel ist unfassbar schön. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bb2914d6-c091-4fdd-80c9-54b00f251705-1753827579916.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Krisztian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith May 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The views were spectacular from the sitting room window especially as the weather was so beautiful. The staff from Sara at reception to Tam serving dinner were welcoming, professional and so helpful. ##### Judith Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy Oct 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We really liked the locally grown food. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. ##### Peggy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Sep 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful stay in very good hotel Unique island and comfortable stay 10 minutes walk from ferry. Compact single room with all mod cons (no TV which was fine). The restaurant and dog-friendly area were welcoming. Food good. The staff were exceptional, front desk and hospitality. They could not do enough to help. Thank you for making me feel welcome. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Sep 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay on Iona The Hotel affords great views back toward Mull, was extremely clean and tidy, and the staff engagement / service really was some of the very best my wife and I have ever enjoyed ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Aug 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice staff and accommodations ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calum Jul 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Brilliant hotel, amazing location Absolutely beautiful rooms - incredibly comfortable and well equipped. Staff were fantastic - super friendly and extremely helpful! ##### Calum Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon Jun 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Staff make a relaxing break perfect. Thankfully St Columba Hotel staff haven’t been exposed to the normal corporate welcome training package! Instead a genuine friendly welcome and effortless helpfulness throughout our stay made a relaxed break perfect. ##### Gordon Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very warm welcome, amazing food, spectacular location. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stella Jun 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Such a lovely hotel to stay at! All of the staff were very friendly and accommodating and the location is stunning. I was working from there and the internet was great for that. Will definitely be back! ##### Stella Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were very helpful and friendly. We were able to book in early, which was great. The booking system for breakfasts and evening meals worked well and the afternoon teas and scones were suberb. Sadly the weather wasn't great but there is nothing the hotel could have done about that! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Sean Jun 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good place to stay on Iona Nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff, great location being just a short walk from the ferry and Abbey, great views of Mull from the lounge and garden. ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lorraine Jun 4, 2021 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Good, but breakfast let it down Hotel was clean, but strong smell in room and corridors, may have been the cleaning product in use. Staff welcoming and friendly. Downside was the breakfast, food was not up to scratch, very disappointing. ##### Lorraine Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Macdonald Morlich Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Aviemore-Hotels-Macdonald-Morlich-Hotel.h2447404.Hotel-Information) > > [Carmel Apartments Queen Street Residence](https://www.expedia.ca/Falkirk-Hotels-Craignish-Apartments.h17351249.Hotel-Information) > > [The Golf Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Andrews-Hotels-The-Golf-Inn.h4052215.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairngorm Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Aviemore-Hotels-Cairngorm-Guest-House.h22848328.Hotel-Information) > > [Waterloo House ](https://www.expedia.ca/Lairg-Hotels-Waterloo-House.h91786411.Hotel-Information) > > [High Range Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Aviemore-Hotels-High-Range-Hotel.h2632335.Hotel-Information) > > [Stravithie Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Andrews-Hotels-Stravithie-Castle.h26750821.Hotel-Information) > > [David Russell Apartments Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Andrews-Hotels-David-Russell-Apartments-Campus-Accommodation.h9511029.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cumnock-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h8438634.Hotel-Information) > > [Balyett Farmhouse B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Stranraer-Hotels-Balyett-Farmhouse-BB.h1383442.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Croft](https://www.expedia.ca/Brora-Hotels-The-Old-Croft.h34390496.Hotel-Information) > > [Kelpies Serviced Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Falkirk-Hotels-Kelpies-Serviced-Apartments.h23286343.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Aviemore-Hotels-The-Park-Guest-House.h3494480.Hotel-Information) > > [Highland Gate, Stirling by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling-Hotels-Highland-Gate-By-Marstons-Inns.h33761820.Hotel-Information) > > [Crossbasket Castle Hotel & Restaurant](https://www.expedia.ca/Glasgow-Hotels-Crossbasket-Castle.h14848545.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Gairloch-Hotels-The-Old-Inn.h3205932.Hotel-Information) > > [The Inveraray Inn, BW Signature Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Inveraray-Hotels-The-Inveraray-Inn.h664350.Hotel-Information) > > [Thistle Dhu](https://www.expedia.ca/Newtonmore-Hotels-Thistle-Dhu.h26988523.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochview Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Strathpeffer-Hotels-Lochview-Guesthouse.h26727097.Hotel-Information) > > [The Golden Larches Cafe and B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Lochearnhead-Hotels-The-Golden-Larches-Restaurant-And-BB.h15418280.Hotel-Information) > > [Muthu Glasgow River Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Erskine-Hotels-Muthu-Glasgow-River-Hotel.h534134.Hotel-Information) > > [The Millcroft Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Gairloch-Hotels-Millcroft-Hotel.h35254076.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Arms](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Hotels-The-Deeside-Inn.h1422395.Hotel-Information) > > [Banff Springs Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-Hotels-Banff-Springs-Hotel.h30674289.Hotel-Information) > > [Castleview - Newton Steading](https://www.expedia.ca/Kirriemuir-Hotels-Castleview-Newton-Steading.h29480621.Hotel-Information) > > [The Braeriach](https://www.expedia.ca/Newtonmore-Hotels-The-Braeriach.h112532297.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochside Lodge Retreat - Stunning Lakeside Escape](https://www.expedia.ca/Alexandria-Hotels-Lochside-Lodge-Retreat-Stunning-Lakeside-Escape.h106230470.Hotel-Information) > > [Balavil Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Newtonmore-Hotels-Balavil-Hotel.h1383827.Hotel-Information) > > [Wardhill Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverurie-Hotels-Wardhill-Castle.h30113258.Hotel-Information)