The mega-watt A-listers who push through the doors at Mar Hall, a gloriously gothic 19th century mansion that teeters atmospherically above the River Clyde, have usually just stepped off stage. With the advent of the First World War, Mar Hall took on another life though, transformed into a hospital - with the verdant view likely a major tonic for those who were admitted. The property's pool; the spa also boasts a thermal sanctuary with saunas, steam rooms, and heated loungersTravel factsDoubles at Mar Hall from £300, including breakfast, marhall.com. Mar Hall's spa uses products from award-winning Scottish brand Ishga - knots are teased out with oils infused with organic Hebridean seaweed, no less. The nicest surprise is just how close it is to Loch Lomond; Scotland's beautiful national park - filled with cobalt-blue lochs, gentle mountains and green glens - is just a 20-minute drive away from Mar Hall.

Source: Daily Mail March 07, 2026 13:35 UTC