Welcome to the world of Connoisseurs Scotland and to the finest hotels that Scotland has to offer, including a castle, a unique railway train and a luxurious sea going yacht. In these properties you will experience the very best of Scotland, great natural beauty, tradition, romance, authenticity and hospitality as well as incomparable food and matchless service.

Journey with us, and we will open doors for you that to other people remain closed.

The Westin Turnberry Resort in Ayrshire overlooks the islands of Arran and Ailsa Craig and offers two championship golf courses and a luxurious spa. The hotel has hosted the British Open Championship no less than three times and the new Golf Academy will soon offer teaching facilities and driving bays. Every hotel bedroom has been designed in the style of a grand Scottish country house and the spa is the perfect place to relax and to feel pampered after a good day's golf.

One Devonshire Gardens is set in the heart of a tree lined Victorian terrace-once the former homes of the merchants and ship owners of Glasgow. Fine cuisine and an award-winning cellar are married to caring, friendly service which make One Devonshire Gardens with its elegantly designed suites the perfect base for exploring Scotland's City of Culture.

Situated just outside Peebles, 40 minutes south of Edinburgh, in the rolling Border countryside, Stobo Castle dates back to 1811. Today it stands proud, a superb example of Scottish baronial architecture and an oasis of hospitality for all our guests. At Stobo, there are over 70 treatments to choose from and guest can enjoy relaxing sauna and steam sessions in our state of the art Klafs Sanarium. Winner of the 'UK Health Spa of the Year Award 2001 and 2002' - Stobo is considered one of Scotland's top health spas with first class accommodation and cuisine.

The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa in Edinburgh is situated in the heart of Edinburgh's West End, just yards from Princes Street. Each of its 260 rooms including 16 suites offers guests 5 star luxury at its very best in one of Europe's most exciting cities. It is the perfect spot from which to explore the history of the Old Town, the arts and crafts of Scotland's capital city and the culture of the New Town. Europe's most advanced city spa "One" opened in September 2001. One is a New Spa concept that offers a lifestyle philosophy designed to meet the needs of modern day living. The unique treatments, heat and wet experiences, fitness activities and relaxation methods have been carefully blended to provide the optimal environment to encourage health and wellbeing. Whatever the reason for your visit to Edinburgh, the conference, business and leisure facilities at The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa will meet and then exceed your aspirations.

The Old Course Hotel at St Andrews overlooks the 17th hole of the world famous golf course and the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse. The hotel, set in the heart of 'the home of golf' enjoys a truly spectacular location and has its own golf course, The Duke's Course. All 146 bedrooms of the hotel have memorable views and many of the 32 suites enjoy views over three different championship links courses. The hotel is one of Europe's most prestigious resort properties with extensive spa facilities and a wide selection of fine restaurants.

Gleneagles Hotel in Perthshire is breathtakingly situated in 850 acres of mature moorland. Known as 'the palace in the glens' it is one of the world's premier golfing resorts and was established as a venue for golf 75 years ago. There are three 18-hole golf courses, The Golf Academy, The Jackie Stewart Shooting and Fishing school and horse riding at The Equestrian Centre. The hotel, complete with Country Club and Spa offers the perfect place to relax at the end of the day with luxurious suites and superb dining rooms, which offer a unique and varied taste of Scotland.

Crinan Hotel in Argyll is at the heart of a tiny fishing village with a population of only 58. The hotel has been the heart of this little community for over 200 years. The fishermen land their catch less than 50 yards from the hotel and it is then prepared and served that evening with other fine Scottish products. Each of the hotel's individually furnished rooms has breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and the islands off Scotland's western edge. Crinan provides an ideal base from which to explore Scotland's rugged West Coast.

Inverlochy Castle was built in 1863 by the first Lord Abinger and remained a private residence until 1969 when it was converted to a luxurious country house hotel. Its reputation for gracious hospitality goes back as far as Queen Victoria's visit in the autumn of 1873. Accompanied by her trusted ghillie John Brown, she remarked in her diary that she had never seen a lovelier or more romantic spot. Dinner is an experience to savour and the view to the distant mountains sets a visual feast that is a perfect compliment to the outstanding food and notable wines before you.

The Royal Scotsman is an award winning train which carries 36 guests for unique tours of Scotland and England in an atmosphere of restored elegance and luxury. Accompanied by a liveried motor coach, a well-informed guide will escort you to castles, stately homes and local places of interest. There is plenty of room for guests to move about and in addition to he Observation Car with its open verandah there are two dining cars and six sleeping cars of single and twin cabins each with private shower room. The Royal Scotsman offers two night tours of Scotland, a four-night tour of Scotland and a one-night tour to and from Edinburgh and London.

The MV Hebridean Princess combines the finest sumptuous country house living with the indulgent freedom of a small cruise ship. A maximum of 50 guests are pampered by a caring all British Crew of 37. Surrounded by undisturbed wildlife you will call at fascinating and remote locations to visit beautiful gardens, atmospheric castles, bustling towns and deserted beaches. This is an enchanting, away from it all, world of complete relaxation with a touch of excitement and a hint of exploration. The Hebridean Princess offers 17 different cruises from March to October leaving from Oban.