Overview

THE BALMORAL - EDINBURGH - Distinguished Edwardian hotel at the eastern end of Princes Street, the city’s major thoroughfare, convenient to shopping and attractions. The 188 stylish rooms and suites, many with views toward Edinburgh Castle, have high ceilings and combine contemporary elegance and traditional Scottish charm. Baths are finished in marble and ceramic. Public areas include the popular Palm Court and gourmet one-star Number One dining room, plus a chic contemporary brasserie and striking Balmoral Bar. Also full-service health and fitness spa with five treatment rooms, 50-foot indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym and exercise studio. Review Courtesy of Andrew Harper - Travel Partner with Wide World of Golf

GLENEAGLES - AUCHTERARDER - Imposing golf resort on an 850-acre estate boasting three 18-hole championship courses and a sophisticated sports complex, 75 minutes northwest of Edinburgh. The 232 elegant accommodations are done in stylish contemporary or traditional décor; some of the 26 spacious suites have baths with separate tubs and walk-in showers. The delightful country club atmosphere is enhanced by lavish salons and fine restaurants that offer Scottish, Mediterranean and grill menus and are highlighted by two-star Andrew Fairlie for gourmet French cuisine. Also Golf Academy, destination ESPA spa and state-of-the-art fitness gym (with two indoor pools, including 60-foot lap pool), tennis courts, walking/running tracks, mountain biking, fishing, shooting school, equestrian center and falconry/gun dog schools. Review Courtesy of Andrew Harper - Travel Partner with Wide World of Golf

OLD COURSE HOTEL - ST ANDREWS - Refurbished contemporary 144 room hotel overlooking the Royal & Ancient Clubhouse and 17th fairway of the famous St. Andrews Old Course, 90 minutes northeast of Edinburgh. Rooms feature either classically elegant or contemporary interior designs. Several bars and restaurants, including Road Hole with floor-to-ceiling views, as well as informal grill and atmospheric traditional pub. Also, sophisticated health/fitness spa with indoor pool. Special packages are available with the hotel’s own parkland course. Review Courtesy of Andrew Harper - Travel Partner with Wide World of Golf

TURNBERRY RESORT - AYRSHIRE - Recently refurbished 214-room Edwardian resort overlooking two 18-hole seaside links. Renovated Deluxe rooms feature crisp, contemporary designs with subtle colors, warm wood floors, comfortable furnishings and generous picture windows with sea or estate views; baths include tub and separate shower. An array of panoramic bars and restaurants, as well as clubhouse dining room; also health/fitness spa with 65-foot indoor pool, Golf Academy, tennis, fishing, shooting, riding and falconry. Review Courtesy of Andrew Harper - Travel Partner with Wide World of Golf