Hope Lodge to open in May

29 May 2026

Perched above Loch Hope on Scotland’s rugged northern coast, Hope Lodge is poised to be one of the most compelling hospitality openings of 2026.

No, it’s not just a hotel, but a thoughtful reimagining of what it means to stay in the Highlands.

Opening in May 2026, this remote retreat is part of WildLand’s conservation-led vision, where every detail, from the architecture to the daily rhythms, responds to the land it sits within.

At its heart sits a restored 19th-century Highland hunting lodge, reinvented as an intimate hotel with just seven bedrooms. Each room carries a Gaelic name embodying qualities like light, freedom and soul, quietly nodding to the cultural and natural heritage of the region.

Wild Highland scenery surrounding Hope Lodge with rolling hills and rugged terrain.
Remote Highland valley with heather-covered hills and a partial view of Hope Lodge.

Surrounding the lodge are restored cottages and a striking woodland cabin called An Cala, complete with a private wood-fired hot tub, an appreciation of rustic luxury that feels utterly of place amid the pines and sky.

Days unfold in the open; guided hikes, wild swimming, conservation activities and mindful moments.

More than bricks and beams, Hope promises an immersive experience. Days unfold in the open; guided hikes, wild swimming, conservation activities and mindful moments that blur the line between guest and landscape. At the centre of it all is The Clachan, a stone-built hub where adventure begins and stories are shared.

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Panoramic view across Loch Hope and the rugged Scottish Highlands surrounding Hope Lodge.

Yes, this place is polished escapism, but it’s also Highland hospitality on nature’s terms.


To reconnect guests with the Scottish Highlands through conservation, culture and immersive experiences rooted in the landscape.

Remote, restorative and wonderfully untamed, with equal parts Highland adventure and fireside comfort.

A beautifully restored room in a 19th-century hunting lodge or a secluded woodland cabin complete with a private wood-fired hot tub.

Wild swimming in a Highland loch before returning to a luxury lodge that feels like it belongs entirely to the landscape.

A hearty meal celebrating Scotland’s seasonal produce, best enjoyed after a day spent hiking across moorland and mountains.

Ditch the schedule, pull on your boots and spend the day exploring the Highlands at the pace nature intended.

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