Haunted Hotels in Scotland
Reputedly haunted hotels and inns in Edinburgh, Aberdeenshire, Fife, Dumfries, and more.
Dalhousie Castle
EDINBURGH AREA
Dalhousie Castle. Bonyrigg. Some might well want to spend a night here in the hope of bumping into ‘Lady Catherine’. However, the aforementioned “Grey Lady” is only one of the apparitions to be found at Dalhousie Castle. Another ghost is supposedly that of Sir Alexander Ramsay (a former Laird of the estate who was starved to death at Hermitage Castle in Roxburghshire). See our special history section for Dalhousie Castle
Witchery by the Castle. Edinburgh. Situated on the Royal Mile, this celebrated hotel (and associated restaurant) is said by some to be haunted by the spirit of one of the many unfortunate souls to have been burned at the stake for witchcraft in the immediate vicinity in the late 1500s and early 1600s. However, if you don’t spot any ethereal beings during your stay you might still encounter a member of the celebocracy – the Witchery has quite a reputation for accommodating film stars and such. You can find more information about Witchery in the Castle at Tripadvisor.
Dalhousie Castle. Bonyrigg. Some might well want to spend a night here in the hope of bumping into ‘Lady Catherine’. However, the aforementioned “Grey Lady” is only one of the apparitions to be found at Dalhousie Castle. Another ghost is supposedly that of Sir Alexander Ramsay (a former Laird of the estate who was starved to death at Hermitage Castle in Roxburghshire). See our special history section for Dalhousie Castle
Witchery by the Castle. Edinburgh. Situated on the Royal Mile, this celebrated hotel (and associated restaurant) is said by some to be haunted by the spirit of one of the many unfortunate souls to have been burned at the stake for witchcraft in the immediate vicinity in the late 1500s and early 1600s. However, if you don’t spot any ethereal beings during your stay you might still encounter a member of the celebocracy – the Witchery has quite a reputation for accommodating film stars and such. You can find more information about Witchery in the Castle at Tripadvisor.
HIGHLANDS
Tulloch Castle. Dingwall. A great many strange happenings have been reported at Tulloch Castle, including the apparition of a maid and sudden chills descending as if from nowhere. However, the building is most associated with the 'Green Lady' who is believed to be the spirit of Lady Elizabeth Davidson, the daughter of an 18th century owner. It is said that having found her father in a compromising position with a servant she fled, stumbling upon the stairs and breaking her neck. For reviews see TripAdvisor
Tulloch Castle. Dingwall. A great many strange happenings have been reported at Tulloch Castle, including the apparition of a maid and sudden chills descending as if from nowhere. However, the building is most associated with the 'Green Lady' who is believed to be the spirit of Lady Elizabeth Davidson, the daughter of an 18th century owner. It is said that having found her father in a compromising position with a servant she fled, stumbling upon the stairs and breaking her neck. For reviews see TripAdvisor
Ardoe House
ABERDEENSHIRE
Ardoe House Hotel. Aberdeen. This 19th century mansion just outside the city is reputed to be home to a female spirit some believe to be that of Katherine Ogston, the wife of a former owner. See TripAdvisor
Norwood Hall. Aberdeen. A classic Victorian mansion (but built upon the site of the medieval Pitfodels Castle), Norwood Hall is said to be the abode of the ghost of a former owner and his mistress. Practical details are available at TripAdvisor
Ardoe House Hotel. Aberdeen. This 19th century mansion just outside the city is reputed to be home to a female spirit some believe to be that of Katherine Ogston, the wife of a former owner. See TripAdvisor
Norwood Hall. Aberdeen. A classic Victorian mansion (but built upon the site of the medieval Pitfodels Castle), Norwood Hall is said to be the abode of the ghost of a former owner and his mistress. Practical details are available at TripAdvisor
Barcaldine Castle
ARGYLL AND BUTE
Barcaldine Castle. Near Oban. On the banks of Loch Creran, this splendid 16th century house offers both highly-rated bed & breakfast accommodation and a slim chance of a meeting with a female ghost who is said to reside there.
Read reviews and check availability at Tripadvisor
Barcaldine Castle. Near Oban. On the banks of Loch Creran, this splendid 16th century house offers both highly-rated bed & breakfast accommodation and a slim chance of a meeting with a female ghost who is said to reside there.
Read reviews and check availability at Tripadvisor
The Winnock Hotel
LOCH LOMOND AREA
The Winnock Hotel. Drymen. Although much extended since beginning life as a coaching inn during the late 18th century, the 73-bedroom Winnock Hotel still offers some old-world charm. Paranormal investigations have taken place here in the past, with some describing it as one of the most haunted hotels in Scotland. Indeed, the hotel is said to have even run ghost hunting evenings in the past, with “cold spots” and strange lights being experienced. Room 39 is reputed to be the place you’ll most likely get the heebie-jeebies. Or so some say, at any rate.
See TripAdvisor
The Winnock Hotel. Drymen. Although much extended since beginning life as a coaching inn during the late 18th century, the 73-bedroom Winnock Hotel still offers some old-world charm. Paranormal investigations have taken place here in the past, with some describing it as one of the most haunted hotels in Scotland. Indeed, the hotel is said to have even run ghost hunting evenings in the past, with “cold spots” and strange lights being experienced. Room 39 is reputed to be the place you’ll most likely get the heebie-jeebies. Or so some say, at any rate.
See TripAdvisor
Airth Castle
STIRLINGSHIRE
Airth Castle. Airth. This historic old building is said to be haunted by two young children and their nanny. In fact, some guests have even reported having been spoken to by the latter who enquires whether they have seen the youngsters. And that, in anyone’s book, is pretty spooky.
(Hotel currently closed after fire damage. Awaiting re-opening date)
Airth Castle. Airth. This historic old building is said to be haunted by two young children and their nanny. In fact, some guests have even reported having been spoken to by the latter who enquires whether they have seen the youngsters. And that, in anyone’s book, is pretty spooky.
(Hotel currently closed after fire damage. Awaiting re-opening date)
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY
Auchen Castle Hotel. Beattock. The original castle – now in ruins – lies alongside the hotel (built in 1849) where the ghost of a child has been seen both inside and within the grounds. TripAdvisor
FIFE
Fernie Castle. Letham. This heritage-rich building (whose ‘Keep Bar’ dates from the early 1500’s) is said to be haunted by a ‘Green Lady’. See TripAdvisor
ISLE OF SKYE
The Lodge at Edinbane. Edinbane. A former hunting lodge dating from the 16th century, this olde-worlde inn is said to be haunted by a number of spirits – is this because serious criminals were said to have been hanged in the grounds many centuries ago? TripAdvisor
INVERNESS-SHIRE
Castle Stuart. Inverness. Dating from the early 17th century, Castle Stuart is a magnificent fortified house on the Moray Firth. Once derelict and since restored to its former glory, the house boasts a supposedly haunted guest room: the Three Turret Suite. TripAdvisor