There are five five outdoor ski resorts in Scotland, namely Cairngorm Mountain, Glencoe Mountain, Glenshee, Nevis Range and The Lecht.
All of them are reliant on the vaguaries of the Scottish climate – swinging between no snow and too much snow – but quickly become operational when a fall of the white stuff arrives.
If you make yoru way to one of them, it seems a shame to settle for just a day’s skiing or snowboarding.
Far better to enjoy the comfort and hospitality of a nearby hotel that’s kitted out for snow sports.
But skiing is an expensive sport at the best of times, so you’ll be looking for value for money
So, here are 10 of the best value bases for skiers in Scotland – according to Tripadvisor.
They are all available to book on www.booking.com.
9. Glenesk Hotel
The Glenesk Hotel is situated in the village of Edzell at the foot of the Angus Glens, just over an hour from the slopes of Glenshee. The hotels has a bar offering over 1200 malts, 200 gins, 80 rums, 70 vodkas and 60 ales. There's also a resturant, public lounges, and a leisure club with a swimming pool, steam, hot tub, sauna, small gym and games room with a full size snooker table. Guests also get discounted rates at next door Edzell Golf Club - so even if there's no snow you'll not be stuck for things to do. Rooms start at £190 a night. Photo: www.booking.com