Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Southern Scotland
Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Southern Scotland? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Southern Scotland to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.
Edinburgh Zoo (Attraction / Activity)
Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
In just one day, you can meet over 1,000 wonderful animals, in the beautiful parkland setting on the outskirts of Edinburgh. You can also enjoy a... more
PURE Spa (Spa)
2nd Floor, Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
We’re conveniently located and are open till 9pm on all weekdays (Sat 7pm/ Sun 6pm) which helps make planning your visit that little bit easier. Our... more
McLean Museum & Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
15 Kelly Street, Greenock, Inverclyde
There is also a fine art collection with some of the best Scottish paintings. The temporary exhibition programme changes regularly... more
The Edinburgh Residence (Hotel)
7 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Every care has been taken to restore the architectural features to their former Georgian splendour. Each suite is totally individual in design and atmosphere, many have... more
The Glasshouse (Hotel)
2 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Award-winning bedrooms await with the crispest Egyptian cotton linen to sink into. Superbly located in the heart of Edinburgh, the hotel is 5 minutes from Princes... more
Stravaigin (Restaurant)
28 Gibson Street, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow, Glasgow City
Guests are encouraged to take their time while they look at the menu perhaps while enjoying a small bottle of sherry or cava. The menu utilises... more
Dunstane City Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
5 Hampton Terrace, Haymarket, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The eighteen bedrooms boast a fuss-free environment, comfy armchairs ideal for relaxing in front of the TV after a hectic day of business appointments or city... more
The Scotsman Hotel (Hotel)
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
All 69 guest rooms and suites are furnished to the highest standards, offering every home comfort combined with modern facilities. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in... more
Dunbar Golf Club (Golf Course)
East Links, Dunbar, East Lothian
The closing stretch follows the beach. Oliver Cromwell's army camped there before the Battle of Dunbar in 1650 and a form of golf was first played... more
Hunterian Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
The University of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Glasgow City
The exhibits have grown into one of the largest collections in the United Kingdom with new and exciting additions every year. It has unique exhibits of... more
City Art Centre (Museum / Art Gallery)
2 Market Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The city´s fine art collection consists of almost 4000 works of Scottish art - paintings, watercolours, drawings, prints, photographs, sculpture and tapestries, including work by McTaggart,... more
Turnberry Resort (Hotel)
Turnberry, Ayrshire
The Spa at Turnberry provides the ideal place to relax and revitalise. Heat experiences and relaxation rooms provide the ultimate prelude to advanced, bespoke ESPA treatments... more
Museum of Flight (Museum / Art Gallery)
East Fortune Airfield, East Fortune, East Lothian
Based at historic East Fortune Airfield, this was the launch site of the R34 Airship in 1919, the first aircraft to cross the Atlantic, east to... more
The Spa at Turnberry (Spa)
Maidens Road, Turnberry, Ayrshire
At its heart is a wonderful 20m swimming pool offering breathtaking views across the sea towards the Ailsa Craig. Also at the poolside is a welcoming... more
The Writers´ Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Lady Stair's Hse, Lady Stairs Cls, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
In the adjacent Makars´ Court, which takes its name from the Scots word for a writer or poet, commemorative flagstones celebrate the work of Scottish writers... more
The Queen´s Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
This first exhibition of fans brings together over 80 examples from the early 17th century to the 1930s. Among the highlights are a leather fan said... more
Best Western Philipburn Country House Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Linglie Road, Selkirk, Scottish Borders
There are five Luxury rooms and seven Standard rooms located in the main hotel. Each of these high quality en-suite bedrooms is individually designed and tastefully... more
Barceló Troon Marine Hotel (Spa)
8 Crosbie Road, Troon, Ayrshire
With over 35 years of dedicated research into the science of Aromatherapy, Decléor's heritage, unrivalled expertise, pioneering advancements and progressive sensorial experiences has made them the... more
Malmaison Brasserie (Restaurant)
1 Tower Place, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
A thick slice of halibut, pan fried to perfection and served with warm squid and caper salad is typical of the robust and unfussy style of... more
Glenwhan Garden (Garden)
Glenwhan Gardens, Dunragit, Stranraer, Dumfries & Galloway
A large and interesting array of trees and shrubs. A peaceful haven with seats placed at strategic Viewpoints and winding paths through woodland walks... more
Cruggleton Lodge (Self Catering)
Home Farm, Garlieston, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway
The lodge itself is a Georgian building that has seen careful restoration, with contemporary interior design and oak floors. Service users enjoy the use of a... more
The Witchery by the Castle (Small Hotel / Inn)
Castlehill, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Lavishly decorated and antique-filled, these suites scream romance with a capital R! The Witchery has developed a world-wide reputation for sensation food in the most indulgent... more
Lammermuir Cottage (Self Catering)
Humbie, East Lothian
There are many leisure activities and outdoor pursuits to enjoy a short drive away, with excellent locations for fishing and horse riding, many golf courses and... more
La Garrigue (Restaurant)
31 Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The restaurant is light and airy and enjoys views across Carlton Hill while the original Tim Stead signature chunky wooden tables and chairs add to the... more
Brian Maule at Chardon D'Or (Restaurant)
176 West Regent Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City
Ayrshire-born chef Brian Mule has an impeccable gastronomic CV behind him, including a stint as head chef of the London's Le Gavroche. Dishes tend towards the... more
Blackadder Cottage (Self Catering)
Allanton, Duns, Scottish Borders
Edinburgh is within an hours drive, as are the Lammermuir hills and the Northumbrian coastline, together with many market towns of interest to lovers of history.... more
Airdside Cottage (Self Catering)
Airds Farm, Crossmichael, Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway
There are a great deal of inspiring and picturesque landscapes to experience, with the area being keen on the conservation of wildlife and supporting the release... more
Abbotsford (Historic House)
Melrose, Scottish Borders
There are three garden areas: the Entrance Courts, the Morris Garden and the Walled Kitchen Garden. Spring sees Abbotsford displaying swathes of daffodils, followed by bluebells... more
Burns National Heritage Park (Attraction / Activity)
Murdoch's Lone, Alloway, Ayr, Ayrshire
Modern facilities, easy access by road or public transport make this an ideal destination for young and old alike... more
Cringletie House (Hotel)
Edinburgh Road, Peebles, Scottish Borders
The public rooms are very welcoming, all with log fires. The lounge bar provides a nice and homely atmosphere... more
Kirkbank House (Bed & Breakfast)
Paxton, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Scottish Borders
We are ideally located for anyone on a walking, golfing, or cycling break in the Scottish Borders or Northumberland, or just for a romantic getaway. Log... more
Hotel du Vin & Bistro at One Devonshire Gardens (Hotel)
Glasgow, Glasgow City
Large comfortable sofas, soft lighting and roaring fires all contribute to an atmosphere in which you can´t help but relax. Bedrooms are individually designed and equipped... more
The Ubiquitous Chip Restaurant (Restaurant)
12 Ashton Lane, Glasgow, Glasgow City
A plethora of fine Scottish ingredients are used imaginatively in dishes such as Dumfriesshire rabbit, pear and pistachio nut sausage with basil cabbage or Perthshire wood... more
Claremont Cottage (Self Catering)
45 Claremont Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh itself has many places to visit and things to do, combining modern city life with a great sense of history and tradition, with sites that... more
Muirfield - The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers (Golf Course)
Duncur Road, Muirfield, Gullane, East Lothian
Designed with two concentric rings of nine, the first run clockwise while the return is anti-clockwise inside the outward nine. Wind prevails... more
National Museum of Scotland (Museum / Art Gallery)
Chambers Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The museum is undergoing an incredible transformation into a 21st-century museum experience, re-opening 29 July 2011... more
Inwood (Bed & Breakfast)
Carberry, Musselburgh, East Lothian
Inwood provides bed and breakfast accommodation in Carberry, a beautiful and historic woodland location with wonderful walks. Accommodation is available in a double bedroom with full... more
Edenwater House (Restaurant)
Ednam, Kelso, Scottish Borders
Influenced by the advance requests of diners you could sample delicate Parmesan-crusted monkfish tails with pickled vegetables, celeriac purée and chicken stock sauce; squab in a... more
Courtburn House (Bed & Breakfast)
School RoadColdingham, Eyemouth, Scottish Borders
Start your day with a continental or traditional breakfast served in the wood panelled dining room. Dinner is also available on request... more
Brodick Castle Garden (Garden)
Isle of Arran, Ayrshire
The bog garden has a fine display of primulas together with the formal walled garden with its herbaceous borders, annuals and roses. The gardens are well... more
Dick Institute (Museum / Art Gallery)
Elmbank Avenue, Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
Fine art, social, local, industrial and natural history collections are upstairs, and the lending and reference library and contemporary art galleries are on the ground floor... more
Queensferry Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
53 High Street, South Queensferry, West Lothian
The museum traces the history of the people of Queensferry and Dalmeny, the historic ferry passage to Fife, the construction of the rail and road bridges... more
Pebbles Spa & Leisure (Spa)
Lendalfoot, Girvan, Ayrshire
Soak up the views in the level deck 15m pool with a disappearing horizon over the sea to Ailsa Craig and beyond. Have a chat over... more
Two Fat Ladies West End (Restaurant)
88 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, Glasgow City
There's regional specialities such as Cullen Skink (a traditional Scottish smoked haddock and potato soup) and the daily changing Two Fat Ladies fish platter, but for... more
Paddle Steamer Waverley & Classic Cruise Ship Balmoral (Attraction / Activity)
Waverley Excursions Ltd, 36 Lancefield Quay, Glasgow, Glasgow City
Facilities on board: enjoy 3 course meals, indulge in rare malts and specialist ales and buy a souvenir to cherish... more
The Kitchin (Restaurant)
78 Commercial Quay, Leith, City of Edinburgh
Now he's brought his finely honed cooking skills back to his home town and is ransforming the finest Scottish produce into some of Edinburgh's most delicious... more
Peggyslea Farm (Bed & Breakfast)
Penicuik, Mid-Lothian
All accommodation is completely separate from the owners and is accessed through a private entrance. There is also stabling for up to 6 horses and an... more
North Bridge Brasserie (Restaurant)
The Scotsman, 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
You won't feel lost in space however as the large room is divided up by coves and booths giving it an intimate feel. There's a boldly... more
Butterlaw Farm Steading (Bed & Breakfast)
Coldstream, Scottish Borders
Located in a stunning rural setting with luxury accommodation and breakfast. Dating back over 150 years, Butterlaw has recently been converted... more
Powfoot Golf Club (Golf Course)
Cummertrees, Annan, Dumfries & Galloway
Measuring 6,255 yards, it's not long but five holes are more than 400 yards and the third which hugs the shoreline is a beauty while short... more