But it's not too late to grab a bargain and treat yourself to a couple of days away with your loved one.
Here are 13 great options that cost less than £150 for a two night stay for two people over a weekend (staying Friday and Saturday nights) – and all of them have availabilty in July and August.
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1. Birchtree Hotel
The family-run Birchtree Hotel is located in the centre of Dalbeattie, on Scotland's beautiful Solway Coast in Kirkcudbrightshire. A full Scottish breakfast is included in the price of £150 for two nights. Photo: www.booking.com
2. The Southfield Hotel
Situated in the Ayrshire seaside town of Girvan, the Southfield Hotel is a 10 minute walk away from a sandy beach. Breakfast is included in the price of £150 for a weekend stay. Photo: www.booking.com
3. Macbeth Arms
A perfect base for exploring the Cairngorms National Park, which is just 10 miles away, the Macbeth Arms is located in the quaint Aberdeenshire village of Lumphanan. Rooms are available from £130 for a two night weekend stay and the hotel has a bar where you can toast your bargain break. Photo: www.booking.com
4. Clovenfords Hotel
A 10-minute drive from Galashiels, The Clovenfords Country Inn is an 18th-century coaching inn located in a beautiful Borders village. There's free Wi-Fi and you can choose for the Vineyard Restaurant, Walter Scott Lounge or public bar for your dinner. Weekends are available from just £128. Photo: www.booking.com