The Boat Hotel (Boat of Garten, United Kingdom)

When adventure calls, you'll want to take the whole family, including the pooch, with you. At The Boat, both children and pets are welcomed, so you can all explore the Highland wilds together and return to a friendly environment.

From pre-arrival special requests, to highly attentive, discreet service throughout your stay, the staff here know a thing or two about hospitality. Guests say that there's lots of attention to detail, and know lots about the area.

Whether you want to spend your days playing golf in a Highland setting, or ski down the mountainsides, the Cairngorms have it all. As a rural getaway, guests rate the location of The Boat for its ease of access and picturesque surroundings.

While some guests seem to love the food, some, particularly those who are more discerning about Scottish cuisine, find it underwhelming and overpriced. The included breakfast generally gets the thumbs up though.

While many of the bedrooms are immaculately finished, the bathrooms don't always match up. Whether it's low water pressure in the shower or outdated fittings, some bathrooms leave a little to be desired.

While the hotel does have some communal areas where you can curl up by the fire or catch up with friends, some guests say that such areas are limited, with not enough seating, so the atmosphere could be improved.