If you’re looking for a hotel close to Highland Folk Museum at the best rates, the OYO Braeriach Hotel in Newtonmore is a good option.
Newtonmore is a quiet village during the day but its bars and pubs come alive at night. Visit the popular Glen Hotel for a great range of drinks and pub quizzes. The bar at the Highlander Hotel is also a fantastic place to unwind. You can also choose from a range of local distilleries to visit in Newtonmore and try the world-famous Meikle’s of Scotland.
Located in the heart of Scottish highlands, Newtonmore is easily accessible. It lies on the main railway line to the North and is one of the stops for the night sleeper to London. The Scottish Citylink Coach services can help you reach the village- the route goes from Glasgow and Edinburgh to Inverness with a stoppage at Newtonmore every two hours. If you are flying to Scotland, you can reach Newtonmore in a couple of hours from all main airports by hiring a car.
The best way to get in and around Newtonmore is by car, the main A9 connects Newtonmore to other areas. You can have the roads to yourself for long stretches. Mountain biking, horse-riding, and carriage-driving are a great way to explore tracks around Scotland's Munros and peaceful highlands.
Newtonmore receives rainfall throughout the year. However, June to August are the best months to visit this place for enjoying relatively clearer skies, outdoor activities, and sightseeing.
You can head to places such as Kingussie, Aviemore, Fort Augustus, Drumnadrochit, and Boat of Garten for a short getaway. Newtonmore is close to other beautiful destinations such as Inverness, Perth, Edinburgh, and London.
From grouse hunting and angling, walking trails and cycling, Highland sports to arts and culture, Newtonmore has several places of interest for tourists.
You can book an OYO Hotel in Newtonmore for around £25-35 per night. You could also avail of additional discounts and offers..
Some of the amenities offered by OYO Hotels in Newtonmore are in-house restaurants, free Wifi, spacious and comfortable rooms, clean bathrooms, coffee/tea makers, and fresh linen. The OYO hotels in Newtonmore also come with facilities such as card payment options, daily housekeeping, bars, fire safety equipment, and luggage assistance.