Mara Spa at Perle Hotel & Spa Oban

Named after the Scots Gaelic word for ‘sea’, Mara Spa takes inspiration from its coastal location in all aspects, from its design to its spa treatments. A luxurious retreat, encompassing wellness, nature and health, it is a serene space where the scent of lemongrass perfumes the air and a herbal tea is never too far away. While leisure here is all about making the most of the great outdoors on walks and hikes that in scenic mountain routes or more relaxed county ambles, the hotel spa is all about stylish and meaningful treatments and relaxation.

Having selectively chosen to work with the Made for Life Organics and Phytomer product lines, the two have distinct but harmonious benefits. Made for Life Organics is an organic brand manufactured in Cornwall, and it’s all about wellbeing for body, mind and emotions based on high quality aromatherapy and botanicals. Meanwhile, Phytomer meaning “plant of the sea,” harness the healing properties of the sea to remineralise and rebalance the body. Seawater, seaweed or seaside plants are utilised in every product, creating innovative, 100% natural skin care ingredients. After one of their delicious therapies, take time to contemplate with a view of the sea and a restorative tea in hand in the relaxation room.

A luxury hotel in the centre of Oban, the Perle Oban Hotel enjoys views of the harbour and is within easy reach of the ferry terminal and train station, making it an ideal location from which to explore Scotland’s islands and highlands. In a building dating back to 1882, its Victorian charm is combined with contemporary style as a refreshing sea air blows gently past and you settle into elegantly comfortable and impossibly chic rooms and suites. A sanctuary of modern wellbeing and hospitality, here each room is decorated in exquisite style, providing a nod to the coastal surroundings but with refreshingly cosmopolitan nuance. Meanwhile, special touches include Bose sound systems, Nespresso Machines and L’Occitane toiletries.

Dining here is an exceptional 'Michelin Awarded' experience, delivering Eastern Mediterranean flavours at the Baab Meze & Grill but using the freshest of local ingredients. Once named amongst the Times’ Top 50 places to eat by the sea, you can tell they’re passionate about their food as you sample meze, char-grilled dishes and speciality desserts. It would also be rude not to finish the evening without a dram of whisky from one of their local distilleries. Breakfast is also no less tantalising. Make the most of this all-important meal with a three-course breakfast using local fresh produce. Equally, the Brew & Co Bar and Café is the perfect spot for freshly brewed artisan coffee or luxury PMD tea, fresh lunches, traditional afternoon teas, and cakes and pastries or a class of wine to end the day.