Drive & Hike: North Coast 500 & Orkney

Glencairn and Ardross Guest House is a family run guesthouse. The building is an elegant detached listed Victorian building situated in a quiet street close to the scenic River Ness. Room are comfortable and tastefully furnished and have all the amenities you require.

Built in 1842, your accommodation is a well-appointed Victorian villa with stunning views over the River Ness and Cavell Gardens. All rooms have TV, hospitality tray, hairdryers and free wireless Internet. They also have available on request bathrobes, slippers, toothbrushes and toothpaste, iron and ironing board and DVD player.

A warm welcome awaits you at Birchwood B&B, Birchwood offers secluded accommodation in a large modern country house, set in an acre of garden grounds on the beautiful Black Isle only 15 minutes from Inverness. They aim to ensure their guests have a thoroughly enjoyable stay and their priority is to provide the best they can at all times.

Tigh an Eilean is situated in Shieldaig village on the shores of Loch Torridon. It is a small family run hotel owned by Chris and Cathryn who will provide a warm welcome, and complimentary tea and scones on arrival. The hotel has an award-winning AA restaurant, cosy lounge, and residents bars with views out onto the loch, perfect for watching those spectacular west coast sunsets.

The Torridon Inn lies close to the shores of Loch Torridon and enjoys superb views of the mountains. Stay in cosy en-suite accommodation, many rooms have ground-level access straight into the courtyard so you can park outside your door. All rooms feature tea and coffee making facilities, modern HD televisions with Sky Sports. There is a traditional pub with great food and a homely atmosphere. Please note that you will be staying at the Inn (the Inn is part of the ‘Torridon Hotel’ group).

The Inn offers seven well-appointed en-suite bedrooms which all have beautiful sea views. Each room is comfortable and relaxing and offers tea and coffee facilities and a CD radio alarm. The en-suite is well appointed with cleansing products available. There are no televisions in the rooms but free wifi is available.

Tigh an Eilean is situated in Shieldaig village on the shores of Loch Torridon. It is a small family run hotel owned by Chris and Cathryn who will provide a warm welcome, and complimentary tea and scones on arrival. The hotel has an award-winning AA restaurant, cosy lounge, and residents bars with views out onto the loch, perfect for watching those spectacular west coast sunsets.

The Torridon Inn lies close to the shores of Loch Torridon and enjoys superb views of the mountains. Stay in cosy en-suite accommodation, many rooms have ground-level access straight into the courtyard so you can park outside your door. All rooms feature tea and coffee making facilities, modern HD televisions with Sky Sports. There is a traditional pub with great food and a homely atmosphere. Please note that you will be staying at the Inn (the Inn is part of the ‘Torridon Hotel’ group).

The Inn offers seven well-appointed en-suite bedrooms which all have beautiful sea views. Each room is comfortable and relaxing and offers tea and coffee facilities and a CD radio alarm. The en-suite is well appointed with cleansing products available. There are no televisions in the rooms but free wifi is available.

The Riverside Guesthouse has a central yet quiet village location. Stay in modern, en suite rooms with free WiFi, flat screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a guest lounge and drying room for wet weather gear.

The Royal Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in Ullapool and occupies a prestigious location. They have 54 beautifully-renovated, stylish and contemporary bedrooms, many with panoramic views over Loch Broom and beautiful mountains. All rooms are equipped with en-suite facilities (with a bath or shower) and offer hospitality trays with tea and coffee; flat screen colour TV and free wifi. They have a choice of bars and restaurants available offering fresh market produce or some of the finest seafood available prepare to perfection by their dedicated chefs.

The Peatcutter's Croft has only one bedroom. The stylish self-contained bed and breakfast room is adjacent to the family home and is equipped with crisp bedding, fine toiletries and quality furnishings. The room has its own front door, well-appointed bathroom, comfortable beds, easy chairs, Sky TV and gorgeous views across the loch below. 

The Riverside Guesthouse has a central yet quiet village location. Stay in modern, en suite rooms with free WiFi, flat screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a guest lounge and drying room for wet weather gear.

The Royal Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in Ullapool and occupies a prestigious location. They have 54 beautifully-renovated, stylish and contemporary bedrooms, many with panoramic views over Loch Broom and beautiful mountains. All rooms are equipped with en-suite facilities (with a bath or shower) and offer hospitality trays with tea and coffee; flat screen colour TV and free wifi. They have a choice of bars and restaurants available offering fresh market produce or some of the finest seafood available prepare to perfection by their dedicated chefs.

Braemore Square Country House, a high quality Bed and Breakfast.  A beautiful former stage post, built in 1840 to tend to the horses facing the arduous climb up and down the rise to Braemore,.  One mile north of the stunning and historic Corrieshalloch Gorge, and eleven miles south of the fishing village of Ullapool, Braemore Square Country House offers an ideal location for anyone seeking a base to appreciate the Highlands of Scotland.

Fiona, Robbie, their family and friendly staff will welcome you warmly to their scenic retreat with every aspect of Highland hospitality. All seven bedrooms are individually decorated with their own unique style, offering total relaxation and comfort.  In the name of achieving total luxury for all guests every room has an oversized feather topped bed with goose feather pillows and luxurious 500 thread count bedlinen. Select Rooms have Merino blankets instead of Duvets. Each room has a sumptuous bathroom with Elmis cosmetics to indulge you after a long day.

This small family run friendly hotel is situated in the east of Durness the most north westerly village on Mainland Britain in the Northern Scottish Highlands named after the famous Smoo cave. They are in the heart of Scotland’s first Geopark. Set in a tastefully extended traditional crofting house the hotel has developed with character and keeping with its surroundings Each room has its own Tea and Coffee making facilities, heating and television.

Situated by the sea and close to the famous Smoo Cave, the former sporting lodge dates from 1790 and is one of the most iconic period properties in Durness. Set in nearly two acres of private grounds from which you can enjoy stunning views of the sea to the north, the mouth of Loch Eriboll, Whiten Head and the nearby hills of the Dionard valley to the east & south and westwards to Cape Wrath. The lodge offers a variety of comfortable B&B rooms, all with central heating, en-suite shower or bath & shower facilities, Hypnos beds, goose feather down pillows & duvets. Smart TVs with FreeSat & WiFi. Complimentary tea, coffee and toiletries are provided.

Fiona, Robbie, their family and friendly staff will welcome you warmly to their scenic retreat with every aspect of Highland hospitality. All seven bedrooms are individually decorated with their own unique style, offering total relaxation and comfort.  In the name of achieving total luxury for all guests every room has an oversized feather topped bed with goose feather pillows and luxurious 500 thread count bedlinen. Select Rooms have Merino blankets instead of Duvets. Each room has a sumptuous bathroom with Elmis cosmetics to indulge you after a long day.

This small family run friendly hotel is situated in the east of Durness the most north westerly village on Mainland Britain in the Northern Scottish Highlands named after the famous Smoo cave. They are in the heart of Scotland’s first Geopark. Set in a tastefully extended traditional crofting house the hotel has developed with character and keeping with its surroundings Each room has its own Tea and Coffee making facilities, heating and television.

Situated by the sea and close to the famous Smoo Cave, the former sporting lodge dates from 1790 and is one of the most iconic period properties in Durness. Set in nearly two acres of private grounds from which you can enjoy stunning views of the sea to the north, the mouth of Loch Eriboll, Whiten Head and the nearby hills of the Dionard valley to the east & south and westwards to Cape Wrath. The lodge offers a variety of comfortable B&B rooms, all with central heating, en-suite shower or bath & shower facilities, Hypnos beds, goose feather down pillows & duvets. Smart TVs with FreeSat & WiFi. Complimentary tea, coffee and toiletries are provided.

The Bed & Breakfast at 4 is a traditional town house centrally located in Thurso within easy walking distance of bars and restaurants. The rooms are all well-appointed with en-suite facilities which include a fully pressurised shower. Guests also have use of a lounge which has a large flat screen TV and fridge. Free Wi-Fi is also available for your convenience. Through the Highland Highlife card scheme, they can offer their guests free access to the local swimming pool, sauna, and gym.

The hotel still retains much of its character and charm with the thistles above each of the dormer windows and a cockeral above the main entrance.  They have a restaurant which uses locally sourced seasonal produce and has a warm and relaxed atmosphere, there is also a friendly well stocked bar that you can relax in after a day’s sightseeing.

Located in the centre of town - rooms are decorated in a modern but contemporary style, light and airy with everything you’ll need for the days ahead. Breakfast is served every morning between 7:00am and 9:00am, cooked fresh to order using local produce. The bar offers a place to relax, to socialise and to watch the latest sporting events at the hub of the hotel. Choose from a wide selection of beers from around the world, spirits, liqueurs and soft drinks including some hand crafted local delights.

A small family run hotel with 11 en-suite rooms and 2 self-contained annexes. Rooms are simply furnished and have all the amenities you need. There is a restaurant on site where you may enjoy the taste of Orkney’s finest produce and 3 bars serving local beer and whisky. 

Established in 1901 this historic hotel is perfectly situated to enjoy the many walks in the area. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation in a relaxed setting. The bay windows of the Hamnavoe Bar look out over the picturesque harbour, why not sample an award-winning Orkney Ale? There's also a restaurant - the Scapa Flow - serving locally sourced Orcadian dishes.

Situated on the harbour front on the heart of Stromness the Ferry Inn provides an ideal base your trip. They serve great all day food in the cracking community bar. The Inn boasts a restaurant with pub and a la carte menus centred around fresh local produce - fantastic seafood, great beef and lamb, home baked breads and desserts (along with interesting vegetarian options).

A small family run hotel with 11 en-suite rooms and 2 self-contained annexes. Rooms are simply furnished and have all the amenities you need. There is a restaurant on site where you may enjoy the taste of Orkney’s finest produce and 3 bars serving local beer and whisky. 

Established in 1901 this historic hotel is perfectly situated to enjoy the many walks in the area. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation in a relaxed setting. The bay windows of the Hamnavoe Bar look out over the picturesque harbour, why not sample an award-winning Orkney Ale? There's also a restaurant - the Scapa Flow - serving locally sourced Orcadian dishes.

Situated on the harbour front on the heart of Stromness the Ferry Inn provides an ideal base your trip. They serve great all day food in the cracking community bar. The Inn boasts a restaurant with pub and a la carte menus centred around fresh local produce - fantastic seafood, great beef and lamb, home baked breads and desserts (along with interesting vegetarian options).

Glencairn and Ardross Guest House is a family run guesthouse. The building is an elegant detached listed Victorian building situated in a quiet street close to the scenic River Ness. Room are comfortable and tastefully furnished and have all the amenities you require.

Inverglen is a Victorian stone villa built in 1894.  All bedrooms are en-suite and have complimentary toiletries. Each room has a digital flat screen television, a radio alarm clock, hair dryer and hot water bottle. Their large comfortable guest lounge has an extensive library of guides, reference books, novels and magazines, as well as many CD’s and DVD’s for you to borrow. They also serve complimentary tea/coffee together with biscuits or other home-baked treats most afternoons.

Built in 1842, your accommodation is a well-appointed Victorian villa with stunning views over the River Ness and Cavell Gardens. All rooms have TV, hospitality tray, hairdryers and free wireless Internet. They also have available on request bathrobes, slippers, toothbrushes and toothpaste, iron and ironing board and DVD player.