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Best value hotel in Scotland revealed at ‘travel Oscars'

Scroll down to see the other winners CHEAP AND CHEERFUL Best value hotel in Scotland revealed at 'travel Oscars' THE Oscars of the hotel world were dished out at a swanky ceremony in Glasgow last night. And there were winners from across Scotland, from luxury five star venues to boutique B&BS. Advertisement 2 The Aberdeen hotel took top spot 2 Warren and Des at last night's awards Gongs were presented to the very best in Scotland at Doubletree By Hilton, marking the latest edition of the hotly contested, highly-valued Innis and Gunn Prestige Hotel Awards. Awards Director Warren Paul said: "It's worth saying the calibre of the people involved is quite incredible – it was fantastic for us to see very senior bosses from hotels across the country introducing their future generations to us, and demonstrating just how important and impactful these awards can be. 'They're all the very best operators in Scotland, delivering amazing service and much-needed escape from the rigours of modern life. 'We all need time out to rest, recover, recharge – especially right now – so our world-class, in fact world-beating hospitality industry should be celebrated and shouted from the rooftops." Advertisement The Best Value award went to the Holiday Inn Express hotel in Aberdeen. The city venue is described as a bright, modern hotel in the bustling West End. A midweek room, with breakfast, costs from just £80. Finalists from all over Scotland attended the ceremony which was hosted by comic and radio host Des Clarke. Advertisement Warren says those in the hospitality and travel industry need more praise. He added: 'I really wish the powers that be would support and help the hard-working people who give up their weekends, days and nights to offer the rest of us all sorts of amazing breaks and escapes. Inside Scots hotel where you can stay in Outlander heart-throb's room and take an e-bike ride from your doorstep 'Whatever you want to do, you can find it in Scotland – and here tonight. From the perfect wedding hotel to the most incredible hotel bar in the heart of Glasgow's music city, country retreats, island hotels, bustling city breaks, cosy retreats for private rental, all of it. 'We have it all, Scotland really is special and the offerings in this trade are stellar. That's why we are here – to showcase the results of the hard work by so many people, and to recognise and thank them.' Advertisement