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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Jessica (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Staff were lovely people. Bed was super comfy (108). I didn't get a visit from Elizabeth the Ghost, but the grounds were beautiful.
Food at the restaurant was okay. Not the best steak I've had but it was okay.
Stephen (Couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
We saw a lot of castles in Scotland but to stay in one was special. No pool, no gym but a reading room with a fire and bar to have wee dram of scotch while my wife was reading an Agatha Cristie novel and I savoured the view an atmosphere. The rose petals and swan towels on the bed was a lovely surprise. The food was excellent.
Our car had a thick frost on windscreen the next day - just joking. The staff gave us a scraper and it added to the brisk bright winters day
Ellen (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Quiet location. Beautiful grounds.
The room was hot.
Craig (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.
Eman (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.
Angela (Solo Traveler)
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!
Malik U. (Group Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Design
House keeping
Anesti (Couple)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Property was magical, with beautiful scenery and decor.
Just at the fire alarm went off at around 5 am in the morning which woke us up. And it was a tad bit cold.
Leticia (Group Traveler)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
Beautiful location
The food was terrible
Valerie (Couple)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
The property was unique and met the criteria my wife sought to stay at a castle in Scotland.
The restaurant was a disaster. The quality of the food was acceptable but there are serious management issues. Bar tender clearly doesn’t know how to pour a double whiskey and the scallops dinner proved they didn’t know what the were doing. Where in the world would you be served scallops cut in halves as main course? Both issues were brought to the attention of the bar tender, servers and the general manger. My concerns were simply dismissed. Therefore, I cannot recommend the dining room. That experience tainted my opinion of the remaining time at the castle.
Robert S. Gropper. October 14, 2025
Samantha (Couple)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The castle still had old charm while providing modern amenities. Overall great experience
Nothing
Diane (Family with young children)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The land. The ancient chestnut trees
A bit worn
LIMOR (Family with young children)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The staff were wonderful
Beautiful Castel and nature around
We had great time at Dinner and Bar
Samuel (Group Traveler)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location. Very friendly staff.
Great food
Melissa (Couple)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Cassie (Couple)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Beautiful property with horses and trails. The inside was also amazing. Did a lot of exploring the halls while there.
Shower was small
Ula (Couple)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The idea of being in a castle.
It needs an upgrade
Serena (Couple)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
If was peaceful, serene and offered a lovely relaxing environment. There was food, cocktails, activities and lovely walkable trails all easily accessible for visitors.
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Albert (Couple)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Staff was extremely helpful and friendly
Christie (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Beautiful. Magical grounds and rooms. Bed extremely comfy as well
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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