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Alexander Smail

Scottish hotel named one of the best in the world as only UK spot included

A Scottish hotel has been named as one of the top 25 hotels to visit in the world by TripAdvisor.

No.26 by the Sea in Oban is the only UK destination to be recognised on the travel website's Hottest New Hotels list, placing at number 25. The hotel, which has been called "sensational" and "stunning" by visitors, has a five-star TripAdvisor rating based on 176 reviews.

The news comes a year after No.26 by the Sea received investment from The Cumberland Building Society, which worked with hotel, bar and restaurant owner Paul Sloan to develop the hotel. It now stands as a boutique sea view hotel that's a perfect retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

The hotel includes nine guest rooms, which are all uniquely designed and come with stunning sea or woodlands views. There is also a drawing room and lounge that looks out across the water to the island of Kerrera.

Meanwhile, the Sea Terrace includes couches and fire pits, making it the perfect spot to relax and take in Oban's spectacular sunsets.

Sloan said: "We're delighted to be recognised by Tripadvisor as one of the 25 hottest new hotels in the world. It really pays tribute to the fantastic work all members of the team do to ensure our guests have the most enjoyable visit possible, but also everything that Oban has to offer.

The hotel's sea terrace is a perfect spot to unwind and take in a beautiful sunset (No.26 by the Sea)

"Also a huge thanks to The Cumberland, whose investment was a key driving force behind the project. I can't reiterate enough how great my experience of working with The Cumberland team has been."

Senior Commercial Manager at The Cumberland Building Society Alasdair Swan added: "We're thrilled to see No.26 by the Sea recognised, and rightly so, as Paul and every member of the team provide a beautifully unique and luxury experience in one of the world's most stunning settings.

"At a time when the hospitality industry was facing numerous challenges, Paul's projects and vision in Oban was a breath of fresh air, and shows how businesses in the sector can thrive if they have the confidence to take opportunities to invest in the hospitality sector."

TripAdvisor's 25 Hottest New Hotels

  1. Adiwana Suweta, Indonesia
  2. Hotel Carrocao, Brazil
  3. Demo Hotel Design Emotion, Italy
  4. Lyle Washington DC, District of Columbia
  5. Sanora Villa, Indonesia
  6. Vatsyayana Resorts, India
  7. 56 Surawong Hotel, Thailand
  8. Manta Island Resort, Belize
  9. Dinara Ubud, Indonesia
  10. 1 Homes Preview Cabo, Mexico
  11. Pendry Manhattan West, New York
  12. Hotel CUBE, Czech Republic
  13. Eden Beach Resort, Sihanoukville
  14. Hotel Suvin Residency, India
  15. Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives
  16. Patina Maldives Fari Islands, Maldives
  17. Aeera Villa, Indonesia
  18. AyurSoma Ayurveda Royal Retreat, India
  19. Acacia Mansion Hotel, Turkiye
  20. Hotel Monsieur Aristide, France
  21. Belvada Hotel, Nevada
  22. The First Collection At Jumeirah Village Circle, United Arab Emirates
  23. Hotel Le Milie Rose, France
  24. Bottleworks Hotel, Indiana
  25. No.26 By The Sea, Scotland

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