Tongue hotels

This former Victorian sporting lodge is set in the village of Tongue in the North Highlands. Overlooking the beautiful Kyle of Tongue, Ben Loyal, Ben Hope and the ruin of Castle Varrich, it offers luxurious rooms, a cosy bar and restaurant and traditional Scottish breakfasts. Rooms at the Tongue Hotel are individually designed with period features such as wood panelling, open fires and antique furniture. Each includes a decanter of sherry, sweets, as well as a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries. The Tongue serves an extensive breakfast menu. Porridge, fruit, cereals and yoghurts are followed by a choice of cooked Scottish breakfasts. Ingredients are locally sourced and guests can enjoy snacks and bar meals or more formal meals in the dining room, served with varied whisky and wine menus. The area is ideal for hiking, angling and climbing in the nearby Loch Fleet and Knockan Crag National Nature Reserves. Ben Loyal, the Queen of Scottish mountains is reached from Tongue Village, and the UK's most northerly Munro, Ben Hope is within 30 minutes’ drive. Tongue also marks the end of the long distance walk The Sutherland Way. This northerly coastline boasts fine sandy beaches including Coldbackie, Talmine, Achininver and Torrisdale Bay.

The hotel nestles under the five summits of Ben Loyal and is surrounded by lush green vegetation influenced by the gulf stream\n\nThe hotel nestles under the five summits of Ben Loyal and is surrounded by lush green vegetation influenced by the gulf stream. This 4 star hotel was originally built in 1880 as a hunting lodge and, despite the numerous refurbishment's taken place, still retains much of its Victorian style and charm. The Tongue Hotel has nineteen rooms, all with their own bathrooms. Many have panoramic views of the Kyle, Castle Varrich or the mountains. Ideally located on the far north coast of Scotland, the town is close enough to many attractions that you can explore daily. Or, relax in the hotel, sampling malt whisky's in front of open fires and enjoy local produce for dinner in the dining room.\n\n