An award-winning hotel in the heart of Scotland has been named one of the UK's best "quaint and quirky" inns by the Michelin Guide.

The prestigious guide recognises exceptional locations in hospitality across the UK.

The list features spots across Britain, including The Swan Southwold in Suffolk and The Talbot Malton in North Yorkshire.

Introducing its top unique places to stay, the guide said the UK's small towns and villages host a "plethora of quaint and quirky inns which have character and charm in abundance."

See the award-winning Scottish hotel named one of the UK's best 'quaint and quirky' inns

The Fife Arms in Braemar was the hotel in Scotland named among the UK's top "quaint and quirky" inns by the Michelin Guide.

The Victorian coaching inn located in Aberdeenshire is said to offer guests a "glorious trip back in time" as well as "plenty of Scottish character" through the likes of tartans, antlers and sheepskins.

The rooms and suites are also unique in their shape, size and décor with all being "sumptuously appointed" and featuring ornate wooden furnishings.

In terms of places to eat here, the "rather grand" Clunie Dining Room was reported to uphold traditional surroundings and a "modern" menu.

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The hotel is also well-liked by visitors with users on Tripadvisor giving the spot a 4/5 out of 501 reviews.

One person wrote that they "absolutely loved" the hotel and praised the "incredible artwork" and "fabulous architecture".

Another added: "We don't know how this hotel is only a 4* because the decor, service, and food are on par with many hotels that have been rated as 5*s.

"We literally felt like we were living inside an art gallery or a museum for a few days, and every corner we turned, there were more to see. There is a Picasso and a Lucian Freud in the lobby to start off."