The Best Hotel in Kirkcudbright, The Borders and the Southwest

Bursting with charm, this elegant 18th-century hotel has a lot going for it, including an excellent restaurant and spacious guest rooms that are individually decorated with cozy beds, contemporary wood furniture, and soft lighting. The first-class restaurant has giant windows overlooking the well-kept garden. Locals love that the ingredients are locally sourced and the food is full of imagination. Expect everything from haddock-and-chips to tandoori roast cauliflower.