If you, like me, dislike modern or boutique style hotels, preferring something with a bit of character, perhaps an older coaching inn, with wooden beams and open fires then you’re going to love the Allan Ramsay Hotel in the Scottish Borders area of Carlops near Midlothian.
A family owned and run former coaching inn tucked away in the heart of Lanarkshire. Family friendly, large rooms and excellent service.
Glenluce is a small rural village situated off the main A75 leading to Stranraer in the County of Wigtownshire. Its main claim to fame is the 12th-century Cistercian abbey, but it’s also home to the wonderfully relaxing and peaceful Whitecairn Holiday Park.
Located in the heart of Highland Perthshire there lies the small market town of Crieff. And tucked away in a quiet secluded spot high above the main street is a piece of Victorian splendour that has stood the test of time. This is the gem that is Knock Castle Hotel & Spa. The fairytale turreted…
Sometimes trying to find a good hotel, and relying on other people’s subjective opinions and reviews can all be a bit ‘hit and miss’. However, The Lindner group’s City Plaza establishment in Cologne is a very definite ‘hit’ in terms of both location and level of comfort provided. This is a hotel, which, at the…
It’s fair to say the west coast seaside town of Oban isn’t renowned for having a huge selection of five-star hotels – in fact, it struggles to get above a reasonable three-star level. However, don’t let that put you off visiting. There are some establishments that reach that level of luxury and comfort you crave,…
The Yorkshire Hotel, owned at the time of my visit by the Akkeron hotel group but now run by the HRH Hotel group is an old Victorian style hotel located on Prospect Place right in the heart of Harrogate, which couldn’t be a better location for those visiting this beautiful Yorkshire town. It’s approximately five-minutes…
The Viking Hotel is an over-18s only establishment located on Blackpool promenade at its South Shore end opposite the South Pier. Whilst the hotel has car parking directly outside the main entrance, this is limited to approximately 12-15 vehicles on a first-come-first-served basis. Residents can also use a car park at the gable end of…
The Thainstone House Hotel, owned by the Crerar hotel group, is an old Victorian style hotel located in Inverurie approx six miles from Aberdeen. The hotel has ample parking located directly outside the front door. Be aware however that these fill up quickly! And you may have to use the overspill areas, which shouldn’t be…
The Hotel Bryghia is located in Oosterlingenplein 4. Its location is perfect for tourists, backing onto one of the canals in Bruges. You will find it located in a quiet square, and we had no problems with excessive street noise. The hotel is located ten minutes from the town centre/market square on a gentle stroll.…
