SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel

Far from the Highlands, in the much less-visited Borders region of southern Scotland sits a quintessential country house hotel, once owned by the Duke of Roxburghe and now run by Hyatt. The spa and heated infinity pool are highlights, and the tranquil location in the Borders hills is an ideal spot for exploring the Borders, Edinburgh and Northumberland. Here lie sandy beaches, cycling and beautiful walks. The architecture is what you’d expect from a relatively grand stone-based country house, and the décor is consistent with that, given the elegant old-fashioned drawing rooms, and tartan carpet. SCHLOSS might not be too far from the English border but there’s no denying you’re in Scotland.