The Isle of Skye

Cuillin Hills Hotel, Portree
4 star
Isle of Skye, Portree, IV51 9QU

Rooms from £80

Set in 15 acres of mature private grounds, overlooking Portree Bay with views to the Cuillin Mountain range, enjoy some of the most spectacular views from any hotel in Scotland.

From the moment you arrive you cannot fail to appreciate the Highland setting. The hotel has been awarded many accolades, including 2 AA Red Rosettes for food and in 2006, Hotel Review Scotland's 'Staff of the Year' Award.

Local attractions include The Isle of Skye Golf Club, a 9-hole course that offers spectacular views of the Red Cuillins, Ben Tianavaig and the Isle of Raasay. Cuillin Hills hotel guests receive special discounted green fees. At Whitewave outdoor centre, you can take part in canoeing, kayaking, climbing, windsurfing and many more activities.

Enjoy traditional yet imaginative cuisine with superb views of the loch and Cuillin Hills. You are offered many choices using the finest ingredients available. Dishes include homemade breads, highland game, local seafood and traditional desserts. Fresh local produce is used at every opportunity.

The hotel has been awarded 2 Rosettes from the AA and a level 3 dining award from the RAC. Service is friendly and unobtrusive and there is an extensive choice of wines to compliment any meal. Food is also served in the bar/conservatory at lunchtime and during the evening, for those who enjoy dining in less formal surroundings.

Enjoy a drink from the extensive variety of malt whiskey and liqueurs, including Talisker (made on Skye), in the lounge with open log fire. The bar also offers outstanding views over the bay.

The Duisdale House Hotel, Duisdalemore
4 star
Sleat, Duisdalemore, IV43 8QW

Rooms from £65

Duisdale House Hotel is a former hunting lodge set in the Garden of Skye, and was used by the Clan Chief of The MacDonalds in days of old.

Located in the south of the island, the hotel commands stunning, panoramic views overlooking the Sound of Sleat to the mainland mountains and beyond. Once a grand Victorian lodge it is undergoing extensive refurbishment and, when complete in early spring 2008, will have a luxurious, contemporary feel which will blend seamlessly with the historic building and gardens.

The hotel is set in 25 acres of ground which include gardens abundant with mature shrubs, plants and ancient woodlands which abound with wildlife. In the evenings the gardens are transformed into an enchanted forest by the coloured lights which appear to set the trees ablaze with colour. It is also magical on a moonlit night.

The elegant lounge with high ceilings and roaring log fire is popular for relaxing at any time of day or night but particularly in the evening after dinner when you can sit before the open fire enjoying some fine wine or malt whisky whilst dreaming of tomorrow’s adventures. Soak up the atmosphere of the dramatic decor as you sink into the plush sofas.

A traditional full Scottish breakfast is included before you depart, or why not try our house specialties of smoked haddock kedgeree or fresh Mallaig kippers; a real treat.