Festive frolics

Scotland's hotels have had a very busy year, welcoming more guests than in 2007. So if you are thinking of a special festive break have a good look now about the ideas and offers available as the best deals will be snapped up early! www ScottishHotelGuide.com

Glasgow Blythswood Square www.blythswoodsquare.com Telephone 0141 248 8888 Brand new is Glasgow's magnificent deluxe townhouse hotel, Blythswood Square, taking its name from the elegant, eponymous city square. Quality, style and, above all, friendly, dedicated service is assured. The 1823 building was formerly the historic home of the Royal Scottish Automobile Club, hence The Rally Bar. It offers 100 bedrooms plus a penthouse and a vast, ‘happening' Salon with pillars and fireplaces, overlooking the square. Their website has many festive ideas for you.

Troon Lochgreen House Hotel www.costley.biz Telephone 01292 313343 Awarm, bustling, elegant and yet homely big Ayrshire house overlooking the famously superb Royal Troon golf links, Lochgreen is a wonderful winter break destination. The hotel has open fires, fresh flowers, kind staff and larger than normal bedrooms. Fine dining is a hallmark of the Costley & Costley hotels group and the airy restaurant here, with rich wood paneling and three huge chandeliers, serves acclaimed cuisine in a gorgeous setting. Troon is a nice seaside town with some good boutique shops and a big beach.

Isle of Skye Duisdale House Hotel www.duisdale.com Telephone 01471 833202 Given a hugely popular new boutique look not long ago, Duisdale House combines the best of the traditional with the colour and uplifting mood of the contemporary. Still, though, there is a sense of place. And what a place! The Isle of Skye needs little introduction and it ...

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• By : Rob Allanson
• In : Hotels
• Issue : 47
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