THE FACTS ABOUT HOTELS WITHIN REACH OF EDINBURGH

Scotland

CHINTZ STATELY THE WESTIN TURNBERRY RESORT Set in 800 acres of countryside on the west coast of Scotland, this grand Edwardian country-house resort is best known for its two championship golf courses. Other features include a Colin Montgomerie golf academy, a cookery school and a spa that has breathtaking views out to sea. The Westin Turnberry Resort was featured in our guide to Edinburgh. The Westin Turnberry Resort, Turnberry, Ayrshire (01655 331000). Doubles from £149, 99 miles from Edinburgh. THE GLENEAGLES HOTEL Described as 'a Riviera in the Highlands' when it opened in 1924, the 270-room château-style hotel is as popular today as it ever was - it was voted best UK leisure hotel in our Readers' Travel Awards 2002. The renowned golf course hosts many competitions and one of the hotel's four restaurants, run by Andrew Fairlie, has a Michelin star. There is also an equestrian centre and spa. The Gleneagles Hotel was featured in our guide to Edinburgh. The Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder, Perthshire (0800 389 3737; www.gleneagles.com). Doubles from £185, 41 miles from Edinburgh.