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When you plan your first (or next) trip to Scotland, don’t book your lodging until you’ve considered all your options. There are a variety of beautiful, even mystical, places you can stay in this gorgeous country.
Spend the Night Like a Knight
You might think staying in a castle is out of your price range. However, the prices for overnight stays in castles run the gamut. Even if you only set aside 1 night, plan to rest your head in one of the storied estates here. Be sure to talk to the owner or manager about the history of the property. You might hear heart-stopping tales and even a ghost story or two. If the idea of spending the night in a haunted castle sends tingles up your spine, you won’t have any trouble locating spooky spots such as Comlongon Castle. Many castles market themselves as being home to some permanent ghostly residents.
A Room With a Meal
Some castles offer bed and breakfast services, and may even include dinner in your package. Glenapp Castle is an ideal locale for those who are looking for romance, along with some delicious cuisine. If you think you might want to sample the local restaurants, don’t spend money on a B&B deal at your hotel or castle.
Loch Your Room
If views are important to you, look for accommodations near one of the country’s beautiful lakes (lochs). You may want to do some postcard printing after a stay in Glengorm Castle. You’ll exhaust your camera taking photos of the surrounding sea, lochs, and forests.
Forget chain hotels and opt to stay at one of Scotland’s family-owned properties.
