2 Best Hotels in Appin, Argyll and the Isles

On one of Scotland's few private islands, this sybaritic enclave conceals luxury facilities like a spa, pool, gym, golf course, and a Michelin-starred restaurant behind a severe baronial facade. Seals swim offshore, herons and otters patrol the tide line, and badgers prowl the tranquil, wooded grounds. Views are breathtaking. Choice of accommodation includes two lodges with kitchens and hot-tub decks.

This luxurious small hotel (once a travelers' inn) has rooms with superb views. Elegant public rooms exude a sense of quiet grandeur. The hotel will organize fishing, walking, sailing, and other outdoor activities. The restaurant's exquisite tasting menu uses local produce, seafood, and game.