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Orcadian Icon, Lews Castle on the Isle of Lewis joins Luxury Scotland Group

Lews Castle, on the Isle of Lewis, is the latest property to join Luxury Scotland ’s group of the finest Scottish hotels and travel destinations. Overlooking Stornoway Harbour on the Isle of Lewis, Lews Castle was built during the 19th century by Sir James Matheson . Today the castle offers provides a stunning location for weddings, corporate retreats and celebrations - the perfect location for anyone wanting a spectacular Scottish island getaway in a grand and historic setting. Lews Castle opened for business in 2017 after a multi-million restoration. The castle has a total of 23 bedrooms in a flexible configuration of individual suites providing apartments with one to three bedrooms. The apartments feature spacious living area , kitchen and dining areas complete with free WiFi, flat screen televisions , luxury toiletries and high quality linen and towels. The self- catering accommodation reflects a luxurious blend of classic and contemporary and include all the mo...

Be our guest: Why serviced apartments still win out

Travel accommodation is frequently seen as a mixed bag; something to be approached with equal parts wariness and trepidation. It’s a sentiment often reflected in popular culture, from the iconic motel shower murder scene in the film Psycho , to the famous lyrics of the Eagles’ Hotel California describing a hotel where “you can check out any time you like (but you can never leave)”. Nonetheless, most hotels can be relied upon to deliver a basic standard of quality, along with safety, security, and stability – important considerations when HR is sending its employees off to unknown foreign locales . A guest can expect a standard template of amenities when checking into a hotel room: bed, bathroom, desk, mini-bar, breakfast buffet, and daily housekeeping at the very least; room service and laundry if they're willing to shell out a little more. The shared option? Airbnb, in contrast, promises character and homeliness at a fundamental level. No two homes are the same – likewise, n...