Last-minute family friendly hotel deals in Scotland

With a stay at La Fortuna Lodges in Stirling, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stirling Castle and Ochil Hills. This lodge is 1.9 mi (3 km) from University of Stirling and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Airthrey Golf Course.

The Bonnie Badger features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Gullane. Built in 19th century, this 5-star hotel is within 1.3 km of Muirfield and 30 km of Arthurs Seat. The property is allergy-free and is located 1 km from Gullane Beach.

The units in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Bonnie Badger also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a terrace. Guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box.

An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Speaking English, French, Japanese and Portuguese at the 24-hour front desk, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area.

Edinburgh Waverley station is 33 km from The Bonnie Badger, while Edinburgh Playhouse is 33 km away. Edinburgh Airport is 43 km from the property.

A stay at King Street Aparthotel places you in the heart of Stirling, within a 15-minute walk of Stirling Castle and Tolbooth. This aparthotel is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Old Town Jail.

With a stay at Inverness City Suites, you'll be centrally located in Inverness, steps from Inverness Castle and Victorian Market. This aparthotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Inverness Cathedral and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Eden Court Theatre.

A stay at V City Aparthotels places you in the heart of Glasgow, just a 4-minute walk from Buchanan Street and within a 5-minute drive of OVO Hydro. This aparthotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hampden Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre.

A 9-minute drive from Darlington, The Chequers Inn offers well-appointed rooms and a restaurant and bar. In the village of Dalton-on-Tees, it offers free parking and Wi-Fi.

Each room has a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. An en suite bathroom has a bath, shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

A full English breakfast is served daily, as well as lighter options. The restaurant offers a gastro-pub menu in the evening and classic pub options for lunch.

This inn is a 4-minute drive from Croft Circuit, home of regular motorsport events. It is around 30 minutes’ drive from the North York Moors National Park.

With a stay at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Edinburgh and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Royal Mile.

With a stay at Barns Serviced Accommodation in Ayr, you'll be just steps from Rozelle Park and The Low Green. This guest house is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from LA Bowl and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Wellington Square.

Located in Cupar, Moatville Cupar is a 5-minute drive from The Scottish Deer Centre and 11 minutes from Backhouse Rossie Estate. This apartment is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from University of St. Andrews and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews.

When you stay at Bankton House Hotel in Livingston, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Almondell and Calderwood Country Park and Murieston Castle Dog Park. This inn is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Murrayfield Stadium and 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from Edinburgh Zoo.

Located in Hexham, Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is in the historical district – a 1-minute drive from De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course and 9 minutes from North Pennines. This family-friendly hotel is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Derwent Reservoir and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Stocksfield Golf Club.

Situated 31 km from Lightwater Valley Theme Park, The Farmers Arms Inns offers 3-star accommodation in Catterick Bridge and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation features room service and free WiFi.

At the inn the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a private bathroom.

Guests at The Farmers Arms Inns will be able to enjoy activities in and around Catterick Bridge, like fishing.

Ripley Castle is 48 km from the accommodation, while Richmond Castle is 6.7 km from the property. Teesside International Airport is 29 km away.

Located within the Cairngorms National Park, the Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort is part of the Macdonald Aviemore Resort which boasts a collection of 4-star hotels, a choice of restaurants and bars, as well as extensive leisure facilities including an on-site cinema. There is a championship golf course nearby.

The 4-star rooms at the Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort all feature a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with a bath or shower and free WiFi. Some family rooms feature a partitioned area with bunk beds. Other family rooms will either have a sofa bed or a pop-up bed.

Within this hotel you’ll find Spey Burger, a contemporary American-style family diner serving burgers, burritos, milkshakes and more. Guests have access to a wide range of dining options across the resort. Other restaurants within a few minutes’ walk include Aspects Restaurant in Macdonald Highlands Hotel and Giovanni’s Italian Ristorante in the Macdonald Morlich Hotel. Both Spey Burger and Giovanni's are seasonal restaurants.

Guests staying in Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort have free access to the resort’s leisure facilities within Aviemore Activity Centre. Located a short 5-minute walk across the resort the centre includes a large leisure pool, soft play, gym and café 'seasonal'.

Children aged 12 and under can stay and take breakfast for free when sharing a suitable room with two adults. Child dinner will be charged separately dependent on menu chosen

When you stay at Coylumbridge Resort Hotel in Aviemore, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre and Speyside Wildlife. This family-friendly hotel is 16 mi (25.7 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Strathspey Steam Railway.

With a stay at The Salisbury Hotel in Edinburgh (Southside), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Royal Mile and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Princes Street.

With a stay at Newlands Farm Stables in Kendal, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lakeland Maze Farm Park. This lodge is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Lake Windermere and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Parkside Road.

With a stay at Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel in Dunblane, you'll be in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Stirling Castle and Cathedral Museum. This hotel is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Dunblane Museum.

With a stay at Holly Tree Hotel, Swimming Pool & Hot Tub in Appin, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Loch Linnhe and a 3-minute drive from The Dragons Tooth Golf Course. This beach hotel is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Highland Titles Nature Reserve and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Glencoe Folk Museum.

Nestled peacefully amongst the Eastern Lakeland Fells and located on many of the best-loved Lakeland walks, this charming country retreat is ideal for a peaceful break in Dockray.

Run by a charismatic and friendly family, the hotel provides a relaxed, informal but efficient service, well suited to the Lakeland way of life. The Helvellyn and High Street mountain ranges are right on the doorstep, which makes The Royal Hotel an ideal and comfortable base for walkers.

The facilities include 10 en suite bedrooms with Freeview TV. Royal Hotel has a large restaurant and a bar that boasts a fine selection of wines, locally produced Real Ales and malt whiskies.

Located in Dumfries, Friars Carse Country House Hotel is in the historical district – a 4-minute drive from Ellisland Farm and 11 minutes from Robert Burns Statue. This historic hotel is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club.