2025 Winners Announced!

We’re thrilled to reveal the winners of the Highlands and Islands Thistle Awards 2025, celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony and dinner held at the Drumossie Hotel, Inverness on Friday 3rd October.

These prestigious awards honour the very best of our region’s tourism and hospitality industry. They recognise excellence, innovation, and passion across the sector. From unforgettable visitor experiences to remarkable local initiatives, our winners represent the heart and soul of tourism in the Highlands and Islands.

We’re proud to partner with the Scottish Thistle Awards, and all category winners – except the Highland Ambassador – will now go on to represent our region as finalists at the Scottish Thistle Awards National Final in November 2025.

Explore the winners below and join us in celebrating the inspiring achievements of our local tourism champions.

Best Bar or Pub

Ardgour Ales

Best B&B or Guest House Experience

Ardtorna

Best Community Tourism & Events Initiative

Sanday Community Craft Hub

Best Eating Experience

Ninth Wave Restaurant

Best Hotel Experience

The Torridon

Best Outdoor or Adventure Experience