News & Inspiration From Perle Hotels

Discover Scotland Through Our Local Guides and Travel Stories

Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer journey through the Highlands, our blog is here to help you make the most of your time in Scotland.

Drawing on the knowledge of our teams across Skye, Oban, Glencoe and Edinburgh, we share practical travel advice, destination guides and seasonal inspiration to help you plan with confidence. From finding the best walks and viewpoints to discovering independent restaurants, local events and hidden corners, our articles are written to help you experience each destination beyond the usual visitor highlights.

If you’re visiting the Isle of Skye, you’ll find ideas for exploring dramatic landscapes, wildlife, coastal walks and nearby attractions. Heading to Oban? We cover everything from seafood restaurants and island day trips to local festivals and activities. Our Glencoe guides explore one of Scotland’s most spectacular landscapes, with recommendations for scenic drives, hiking routes and places to visit throughout the year.

We regularly add new articles throughout the year, so whether you’re visiting in spring, summer, autumn or winter, you’ll always find fresh ideas to help you discover more of Scotland and plan a trip that’s right for you.

How to visit Neist Point, Skye & what to know before you go

If you're planning to visit Neist Point on the Isle of Skye, you've probably got a few practical questions before you set off. Is the walk difficult? Is there enough parking? How long should you allow? And is it worth driving all the way out to the western tip of Skye?
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Where to Eat in Skye, the Restaurants Worth Booking & Visiting

Across the Isle of Skye, small cafés, seafood spots and restaurant dining rooms sit between long stretches of single-track road, quiet villages and some of Scotland’s most visited landscapes.
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Things to Do in Oban, Glencoe & Skye This Summer

In our experience, people usually arrive in Oban, Glencoe or Skye with a rough plan, a list saved on their phone, and a few recommendations they’ve seen online ...
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Oban Travel Guide for First Time Visitors

In 2024, Oban was crowned ‘Scotland’s Town of the Year’, celebrated for its aesthetic charm, community spirit, and collection of thriving local businesses.
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Wellbeing Break Isle of Skye, A 3 Day Mindful Itinerary

This three-day mindful itinerary is designed for visitors seeking a wellness getaway in Scotland that is rooted in nature and island atmosphere. We’ll focus on gentle exploration, time outdoors and moments of quiet.
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Where to stay on Skye – a helpful guide to Portree

This guide breaks down the best areas to stay in Portree, what each one offers and how to pick the right hotel for your trip.
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The Glencoe House Hotel Backpack

We’re thrilled to announce the latest addition to our collection of exclusive Glencoe House Hotel merchandise – the brand new Glencoe House Hotel Backpack!
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New Hides for 2025

The Bracken Hide Hotel, a four-star wilderness hotel based in the heart of the Isle of Skye, is increasing its accommodation offering with the introduction of 12 new hides.
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Revealed: Scotland’s 13 winners of 2024 King’s Awards for Enterprise

A group of 13 Scottish firms has been honoured for their achievements by what are regarded as the most prestigious business awards in the UK.
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Perle Hotels group honoured with King’s Award for Enterprise

UK-based Perle Hotels has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise in recognition of the Scottish hotel group’s outstanding achievement in international trade.
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Isle of Skye Perle Hotels wins King’s Award for Enterprise

Isle of Skye hotels owner Perle is among 13 Scottish recipients of the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise.
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Glencoe House recognised as the 8th best hotel in the UK by Condé Nast Traveler.

Condé Nast Traveler - Glencoe House recognised in the top 10 hotels in the UK.
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Lulu Lounge – The perfect venue for a Scottish Whisky

Lulu Lounge is located within the Perle Oban Hotel. This is a relaxed venue, situated at Oban’s beautiful harbour.
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Escape the stresses of modern-day life on the Isle of Skye.

Sometimes a change of pace is exactly what we need. On your next trip to Scotland, take the chance to take a step back from the fast-paced nature of modern life.
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Explore Fairy Glen from Marmalade Hotel

Fairy Glen is the most idyllic of remote locations to discover, perfectly positioned on the West side of Trotternish at Balnacnoc.
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Making Memories

During lockdown a simple hot drink became an opportunity to remember, to reminisce and eventually to daydream.
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Head Chef – Perle Hotels, Isle of Skye.

We are looking for an experienced head chef to lead and manage the kitchen team in our busy hotel which has a well-established and highly regarded local restaurant, that operates on its own merit.
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Summer Season Jobs on the beautiful Isle of Skye

We are delighted to announce that we have some exciting seasonal opportunities for both of our hotels in Portree.
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Keep Scotland Beautiful.

Perle Hotels are proud to support Scotland's ambition for net zero emissions by 2045 and take part in Scotland’s Climate Week #ScotClimateWeek
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Perle Hotels announces 2020 Expansion at Marmalade, Isle of Skye

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Hotel News Scotland – Perle Hotels Wins Queens Award

The hotel group was recognised for "outstanding" short-term growth, having seen its overseas sales soar by 172% over the past three years.
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Sunday Times – 100 Great British Hotels

Marmalade Hotel - on the hill above Portree, Skye - is now a stylish 11-bedroom hotel that reopened last year after a £lm makeover.
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Easy Jet – The Traveller Edit

"The Perle Oban - its rooms are elegant and its Middle Eastern meze grill, Baab, serves seriously good seafood"
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Staffordshire Living – The ‘Perle’ of Scotland

"If you’re looking for a getaway to the scenic Scottish Highlands, look no further than luxury hotel, Perle Oban"
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ROX Diamonds – Plan a romantic Trip to the Isle of Skye

We were delighted to have two of our hotels The Marmalade and The Bosville to be featured on ROX Diamonds "Plan a Romantic Trip to the Isle of Skye"
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Perle Hotels Queen’s Award Ceremony

On September 18th 2019 we were honoured at the Perle Oban hotel by the presentation of the Queens Award for Enterprise to our group, Perle Hotels.
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Let Time Slow Down

Travel can expand the mind or give us room to breath. When you enter your hotel room in a Perle Hotel, turn off your device, sit down and breath.
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