Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort, WorldHotels Distinctive

Above the River Clyde at Langbank, Scotland, Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort looks out over the water and the hills from grounds that once belonged to the shipping baron Sir William Lithgow. History and an open outlook give the resort its character, a short drive from Glasgow. Golf is at the heart of the place, with an 18-hole course laid out across the slopes above the river, while the newly refurbished spa offers a pool and a range of treatments for slower days. The rooms make the most of the views, dining looks out over the Clyde, and the comfortable public spaces provide a welcoming place to unwind after a round or a walk in the grounds. Heritage and hospitality run through the house in equal measure, with attentive service rounding out a relaxed resort stay. Beyond the gates the Clyde widens toward the firth, the hills of Argyll rise to the north, and the coast and lochs of the west open for a day out. Glasgow and its airport lie a short drive east, with the city's shops, galleries, and nightlife all within easy reach. Greenock and the ferry to Dunoon sit close along the coast, and the sea lochs and hills of Cowal open just across the water. Take the short ferry from Gourock over to Dunoon and the Cowal hills for an afternoon, then catch the light on the firth as you sail back. Book your stay at the Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort, WorldHotels Distinctive and let the Clyde and the hills set the pace.