MELVILLE CASTLE

The Original Castle Hotel in Edinburgh

The Original Castle Hotel in Edinburgh. The newest member of the collection, Melville is synonymous with escapism. Get lost in the enchanted grounds, sleep deeply beneath the turrets, indulge in the finest foodie fodder, and then head into the city - it’s just a few minutes away.

Get lost in the enchanted grounds, wake from deep slumbers and indulge in the finest cuisine in the quirkiest of spaces. Embark on a royal adventure you'll cherish for a lifetime. Where better to stay when visiting Edinburgh than in a castle? Melville plays host to adventurous bucketlisters, weddings for up to 150, and has a thriving restaurant and cocktail bar.

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EXPERIENCE MELVILLE CASTLE

Cocktails in the Library Bar at Melville Castle

Cocktails & Whisky Flights in the Library Bar

Whisky Flights at the Castle feature a selection of three expertly chosen whiskies, sample some of Scotland's best, as well as some of our personal favourites. Not a whisky fan? Let us know what your aperitif of choice is and our talented bar team will shake, stir and serve. Your wish is their command!

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Royal Afternoon Tea at the Castle

Served in dramatic surroundings, wind your way up the magnificent tree-lined drive: your royal castle awaits. Presenting the perfect fairytale afternoon tea, fit for royalty, is second nature to the team at the Castle. Beautifully presented in three tiers of treats, this naughty-but-nice feast is served with views of the Castle's gardens.

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STAY THE NIGHT

in Traditional Luxury

Home to 33 recently revamped bedrooms and suites, Melville Castle is the perfect place to treat yourself to some well-deserved R&R - Refined Relaxation. This lovingly-refurbished castle has been home to many admired figures over the centuries - George IV, Sir Walter Scott, and Queen Victoria have all been graced the guestlist. Today, showstopping suites, four-poster bedrooms, and luxurious boudoirs invite you to indulge in a deep slumber beneath the castle's ancient turrets.

Why not treat the pup-King or pup-Queen of your household to a special castle stay? Melville Castle is a dog-friendly hotel in Edinburgh.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD

The bustling city of Edinburgh is just a few minutes' drive away. Within a few miles of Melville, there's The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, Holyrood Park, and the National Museum of Scotland. Explore the bustling delights of the city, then wind your way along the tree-lined drive to the castle’s private 54-acre estate to drink, dine and bed down beneath the turrets. After all, where better to stay when visiting Edinburgh, than in a castle?

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