2 Best Hotels in Dornoch, The Northern Highlands and the Western Isles

Situated 8½ miles southeast from the distillery, Glenmorangie House offers luxurious but casual stays in a spectacular 17th-century country home. Comfy four-poster beds, expansive manicured grounds, and fantastic food and drinks are just three reasons why it's the best accommodation for miles. Stay in the main historical property, which has six wonderful rooms, or opt for one of the three cottages around the back. A stay here includes afternoon tea, a predinner dram or cocktail with canapés, a four-course dinner, and a full Scottish breakfast.

Set on the edge of the town's famous golf course but run independently, this historic Highland hotel offers comfortable and modern rooms, an excellent restaurant with golf course views, and a cozy bar lounge with an open log fire (and nonstop golf on the TV). As well as the main rooms, there are also self-catering apartments available to rent next door. Even if you aren't staying here, come for a meal in the smart but informal restaurant, with dishes incorporating locally sourced venison, duck, mussels, and sea bass. Save space for a sumptuous sticky toffee pudding to finish.