Melville Castle
Melvillegate Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH18 1AP, United Kingdom
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Melvillegate Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH18 1AP, United Kingdom
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Parking
- Pets Allowed
- Garden
- Golf Course
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Room Service
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Elevator
- Billiards
- Heating
- Private check-in/check-out
- On-site parking
- 24-hour security
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Picnic Area
- Restaurant(s)
- Daily Housekeeping
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Board games/puzzles
- Wine/champagne
- Outdoor furniture
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Invoices
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Free face masks
- Electronic room key
- Audible alarm
- balcony/terrace
- CCTV security in common areas
- Daily disinfection
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Non-smoking property
- Restaurant (special diets available)
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Pets allowed (charges may apply)
- Kid-friendly dining
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- Edinburgh International Airport - 11.52 mi
- RAF Leuchars - 34.16 mi
Museums
- Scottish Mining Museum - 2.59 mi
- Dolls Museum - 3.60 mi
- Edinburgh Crystal Visitor Centre - 3.63 mi
- Royal Observatory - 4.21 mi
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Eman (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The location was truly beautiful, surrounded by nature and quite secluded.
Our recent stay was profoundly disappointing and fell far short of the expected standards for a 4-star hotel. The issues were systemic, affecting our comfort and convenience throughout the trip.
1. Unbearable Noise & Poor Room Placement:
Our ground-floor room was situated directly next to what we believe was a staff utility room. This resulted in loud, disruptive noises 24/7, with zero sound isolation.
2. Chronic Lack of Amenities & Inconvenient Service:
No In-Room Phone: We reported the missing phone immediately upon check-in. We were told none were available and to call the front desk with our personal phones. However, there was no cellular signal in the room, forcing us to get dressed and leave just to make a simple request.
Inadequate Provisions: For three guests, the hotel provided only two small water bottles daily. Despite repeatedly asking for still water, they delivered sparkling water every day. This, coupled with the phone issue, made securing basic drinking water a daily hassle.
Missing Standard Amenities: The room lacked essentials standard for this category, no dental kits, slippers, or bathrobes. The bathroom was spartan, stocked only with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, nothing more.
3. Substandard Housekeeping:
Cleaning was consistently poor. We would return to find used coffee cups, items left on the floor, dusty surfaces, and discarded napkins untouched from the morning.
Conclusion:
While the hotel's location is excellent, it cannot compensate for the fundamental failures in service, amenities, and maintenance. Based on the complete experience, especially the noise every time someone opens a door, lack of basic conveniences, and inattentive housekeeping, this property operates at a 3-star level at best. We cannot recommend it to travelers expecting a genuine 4-star experience.
Craig (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The castle itself was lovely
The food was lovely
Comfortable rooms
Cozy bar.
We sat from 6pm for dinner and because we were given the wrong starter it meant we didn't start eating for an hour which we thought was a bit long as there weren't a lot of customers in the restaurant.
Emile (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Zhen (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Excellent cleanliness and the room felt particularly cosy
Eduardo (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
James (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
I had to leave the castle and find alternative accommodation for the duration of my trip as when I got there at 11 in the morning they refused to check me in untill 3 in the afternoon even though they had asked me in an email the previous day if I would like early check-in which I replied that I would
The whole first day of my weekend away was ruined as I had to find alternative accommodation and I would like a full refund
Josie (solo traveller)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Frank (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
A lovely warm welcome from all the staff for whom nothing was too much trouble. The room was delightful, roomy and comfortable and the food was delicious.
Nothing
Shirley (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
From the minute I arrived, I had a lovely welcome from Holly !
Got into my room and was absolutely delighted with everything
The only thing I didn’t like was there was too many dogs,
Passing through the restaurant, thankfully they weren’t around our seating area,sadly my partner isn’t very dog friendly, for health reasons.
Vanesa (solo traveller)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Lynn (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything..I cannot recommend this place highly enough ..it is absolutely beautiful a lovely piece of history..
Immaculately clean , lovely bathrooms , helpful and polite staff
Angela (solo traveller)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The property was beautiful and the staff was lovely. Great tomato soup as well!
Amanda (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Joan (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Everything was good
Maybe more staff at breakfast however there was a wedding party so quite busy
Nicola (solo traveller)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Andrew (family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Fantastic old castle with lots of history. The grounds were lovely and the staff was great.
Rooms full of character and charm.
Claire (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything. The staff were amazing and it was such a relaxed atmosphere and no rush at all
That I had to leave, I could’ve stayed there much longer!
Alex (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Large room with great view of the grounds at the back. Good bed. Games room has a snooker table. Good vegan fry-up with good coffee. Pleasant staff. No. 3 bus can take you into town in 30-40 mins.
Elsheikh (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Tim (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We stayed here as a family of 3 with our dog as well, for my wife's birthday. The room was spacious and really well presented. The staff were very helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and my wife and daughter loved staying in a castle.
Thank you for your information!
Area information
- Edinburgh International Airport - 11.52 mi
- RAF Leuchars - 34.16 mi
- Scottish Mining Museum - 2.59 mi
- Dolls Museum - 3.60 mi
- Edinburgh Crystal Visitor Centre - 3.63 mi
- Royal Observatory - 4.21 mi
- Newcraighall Train Station - 2.65 mi
- Musselburgh Train Station - 2.81 mi
- Brunstane Train Station - 3.26 mi
- Wallyford Train Station - 4.34 mi
- Royal Commonwealth Pool - 3.62 mi
- Melville Golf Centre - 0.57 mi
- Newbattle Golf Club Ltd - 0.88 mi
- Newbattle Golf Club Ltd - 0.88 mi
- Broomieknowe Golf Club Ltd - 1.01 mi
- Broomieknowe Golf Club Ltd - 1.01 mi
- Kings Acre Golf Course - 1.03 mi
- Liberton Golf Club - 2.41 mi
- The Musselburgh Golf Club - 2.75 mi
- The Musselburgh Golf Club - 2.75 mi
- Musselburgh Links The Old Course - 2.77 mi
- Portobello Golf Club - 3.79 mi
- Duddingston Golf Club - 3.90 mi
- Vogrie Country Park Golf Club - 4.06 mi
- Vogrie Country Park Golf Club - 4.06 mi
- Prestonfield Golf Club - 4.08 mi
- Craigmillar Park Golf Club - 4.08 mi
- Lothianburn Golf Club - 4.26 mi
- Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course - 4.60 mi
- Braids Hill Golf Course - 4.66 mi
- Mortonhall Golf Club - 4.68 mi
- Braid Hills Golf Club - 4.69 mi
- Dalkeith Country Park - 1.63 mi
- Holyrood Park - 4.47 mi
- Dalhousie Castle - 2.35 mi
- Craigmillar Castle - 2.88 mi
- Kings Buildings - 3.80 mi
- Rosslyn Castle - 3.89 mi
- St Marks Unitarian Church - 4.34 mi
- Edinburgh Craigmillar Castle - 2.88 mi
- Brunton Theatre - 3.67 mi
- Portobello Beach - 4.12 mi
- Butterfly & Insect World - 0.31 mi
- Butterfly and Insect World - 0.55 mi
- Bird of Prey Centre - 1.15 mi
- Edinburgh Racecourse - 2.50 mi
- Musselburgh Links The Old Course - 2.77 mi
- Inveresk Lodge Garden - 3.22 mi
- Newhailes - 3.25 mi
- Rosslyn Chapel - 3.73 mi
- Musselborough Racecourse - 4.02 mi
- Musselburgh Racecourse - 4.16 mi
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Melville Castle
Melvillegate Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH18 1AP, United Kingdom