Accreditations and Awards

Recognised for hospitality, food and care — by independent guides and national awards

We do not pursue awards for their own sake.

But when independent guides and national awards recognise what we do, we are proud to share that with future guests.

These awards reflect consistency, judgement and care — the qualities that matter most in a place people return to.

Major National Recognition

César Award — Best Hotel in Scotland 2023-24

Good Hotel Guide César Awards

The César Awards are widely regarded as the highest honours in the UK independent hotel industry, awarded by The Good Hotel Guide following anonymous inspection and editorial review. As reported in The Herald. newspaper,, this was one of the most surprising and cherished moments of our time at Eddrachilles Hotel.

Eddrachilles Hotel was named Best Hotel in Scotland at the October 2022 César Awards — a distinction we are particularly proud of, and one that reflects the hotel as a whole: hospitality, atmosphere, food and sense of place.

Independent Guide Recommendations

The Good Hotel Guide. Editor’s Choice | Dog Friendly Award 2026

We have been recognised repeatedly by The Good Hotel Guide for dog-friendly hospitality, reflecting a consistent and considered approach over time including for 2026.

The Guide’s recommendations are independent and editorially driven, based on anonymous inspection rather than paid inclusion.

Regional & National Recognition

National Hotels of the Year — Scotland

Eddrachilles Hotel has been recognised by National Hotels of the Year, which assess hotels across service, comfort, character and consistency.

We have been shortlisted and recognised a range of categories, reflecting the hotel’s standards across both accommodation and dining. Awards include Best Seasonal Hotel 2024 and Small Romantic Destination. In addition, Head Chef Trevor Williams received a prestigious Medallion d”Or in 2024 and Chef Excellence in Service 2025.

AA Quality Assurance Accreditation

AA Three Silver Stars Rating 2025

Our AA Three Silver Star rating reflects consistent high standards across the hotel, including hospitality, comfort, cleanliness and attention to detail, assessed through regular independent and unannounced inspection.

AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence

The Glebe Kitchen led by Head Chef Trevor Williams

The Glebe Kitchen holds an AA Rosette, recognising consistent culinary quality and professional cooking rooted in skill.

Community & Professional Standards

Real Living Wage Employer

Accredited by the Real Living Wage Foundation

Eddrachilles Hotel is accredited by the Real Living Wage Foundation (Living Wage Scotland), the independent body that calculates the real cost of living based on evidence and economic research. We were among the first hotels in Scotland to achieve full accreditation, committing to fair pay for all staff — permanent and seasonal — across the business. Not only is this a higher level than any of the government’s schemes but includes employment conditions such as no zero hours contract (unless specifically proposed by the employee).

UNESCO North West Highlands Geopark Ambassador

As a Geopark Ambassador, we support responsible tourism that respects landscape, geology and community, encouraging thoughtful exploration of this remarkable region.