CITY LIGHTS
Dreamhouse Apartments, Aberdeen Reviewed by Ash and Lesley Sinclair
form Ross-shire
The apartments are not in the city centre so we decided to drive and take advantage of free car parking at our front door. We found the bus stop fi ve minutes walk away and the No.12 bus took us into the centre of town for £2. The taxi fare was a reasonable £8 for the same journey. Our fi rst fl oor apartment was of generous proportions and had a balcony accessible from the lounge. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and we appreciated the coffee/tea and other essentials which had been thoughtfully provided. Our double bedroom had an ensuite and there was a large bathroom with bath and shower adjoining the second double bedroom. There was also a third smaller bedroom/offi ce and plenty of storage cupboards dotted about. The lounge had fl at screen TV, DVD and dining facilities. We noted the absence of a lift which may be a consideration for some travellers. There were no visible outdoor play facilities for children.
FIELD FACTS
4 1 2 & 3 5 & 6
The Dreamhouse Apartments provided spacious,
well presented accommodation in a quiet residential area and we were very comfortable there. Not on the doorstep for city attractions but would suit a wide spectrum of visitors, from business customers requiring a longer stay to families looking for a home from home to explore the Granite City and its surroundings. Prices from £116 per night
The Rutland Hotel, Edinburgh Reviewed by Noreen Hickey from
Abernethy, Perthshire To the west end of Princes Street lies this small, luxuriously bespoke hotel. Originally the home of acclaimed surgeon, Joseph Lister, it’s now a small, chic hotel in an area of the capital surrounded by the fi nest shops, museums and art galleries and with excellent transport links on its doorstep. Home-baked muffi ns and a very warm welcome by staff greeted my arrival. The hotel’s quirky, opulent design is colourful and
Nira Caledonia, Edinburgh Reviewed by Jennifer and Gavin Wheeler
from Kilconquhar, Fife
Driving up the cobbled street to this glorious Georgian building located in the quiet area of Edinburgh, we knew we were in for a relaxing, luxurious overnight stay. On entering the hotel it was clearly visible by the decor throughout that the hotel had recently been refurbished to a very high contemporary standard. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly, offering a fi rst class service which made us feel immediately relaxed. Our room was located next to the main hotel but was no problem for the concierge to assist. We were given a tastefully decorated mini suite, with a high standard of modern furnishings. Dinner was a delight, offering a wide range of local Scottish produce from Loch Duart scallops, free range poultry from Gartmorn Farm and included a fi ne selection of wines. The hotel is ideal for a fi rst class city break and is only a 15 minute walk from Princes Street. This is a perfect location to retreat to after a full day of sightseeing in Scotland’s capital. Parking is available directly outside the hotel with local transport available just a stone’s throw away. Prices from £135 per night B&B
fl amboyant; from the reception area with its grand baroque-style silver chairs (a must for a photograph) to my bedroom, which had a stunning view of the castle. Everything I expected, and more, was provided including GHD hair straighteners and free WiFi. The bathroom – complete with spa bath, candles and sound system – was blissful at the end of a busy day of sightseeing. The fi nest Scottish products are sourced, from
lovely Arran Aromatic toiletries to the food offered in their two restaurants; the trendy Huxley and the gourmet Kyloe. Kyloe’s menu included its renowned Aberdeen Angus steaks, Loch Etive mussels and Loch Creran rock oysters. Delicious! From its central location, to the friendliness and
attentiveness of staff, I can highly recommend this stylish hotel. Prices from £140 per room per night
1) Alexander Residence Tel: 01738 450455
www.alexanderresidence.
co.uk
2) Fraser Suites Tel: 0141 553 4288
www.glasgow.
frasershospitality.com
3) Arthouse Glasgow Tel: 0141 221 6789
www.theearthouseglasgow.
co.uk
4) Dreamhouse Apartments Tel: 0845 226 0232 www.dreamhouse
apartments.com
5) Nira Caledonia Tel: 0131 225 2720
www.niracaledonia.com
6)The Rutland Hotel Tel: 0131 229 3402
www.therutland.com
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