Book a castle bedroom for Christmas 2026. The best luxury all-inclusive Christmas breaks, hand-picked by our independent experts. If you would like to benefit from our unrivalled knowledge, speak to a castle expert free of charge.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Christmas package from £844 per room for 2 nights (based on 2 people sharing)
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Situated in Edinburgh's West End, The Bonham Hotel is a Victorian town house. Majority of the bedrooms have a city view. Shops and restaurants on Princess Street, Calton Hill, Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile and EICC are all within walking distance. See more
Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Christmas package from £1,600 per room for 4 nights (based on 2 people sharing)
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Originally an 18th century mansion, Cally Palace is now a sophisticated golf hotel just 48 minutes’ drive from the market town of Dumfries. See more
Carnoustie, Angus, Scotland
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Situated on the edge of the Carnoustie Golf Links Championship Course, the Carnoustie Golf Hotel is less than 200 metres from the sandy beach. A heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym are all available in the leisure centre. See more
Kirkcolm, Stranraer, Scotland
Christmas package from £900 per room for 3 nights (based on 2 people sharing)
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Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel invests the charm and romance of an 1815, functional lighthouse with the comforts of a small, very unique luxury hotel and restaurant. The lighthouse is a listed 'A' building of major national importance. Its light still beams a warning for ships approaching the mouth of Loch Ryan, as it has done for 185 years, and the property provides guests with an opportunity to experience an all-round different experience. See more
Peebles, near Edinburgh, Scotland
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Cringletie House is a splendid Victorian baronial mansion, located just south of Edinburgh, and stands proud as the only AA Top 200 Hotel in the Scottish Border region. The hotel has 13 individually designed rooms, each one with its own unique character and furnished to a high standard with views over the grounds and local countryside. See more
Blantyre, near Glasgow, Scotland
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An hour from Edinburgh and less than 30 minutes from Glasgow, Crossbasket is a stunning 17th-century castle transformed into one of Scotland's most luxurious hotel and event venues. There are nine breath-taking en-suite bedrooms, each decorated in a period style and named in honour of a historical custodian of this magnificent castle. An impressive backdrop and versatile facilities also make this Scottish castle hotel the perfect venue for weddings and corporate events. See more
