Location:
Boasting one of the most prestigious locations of Scotland's capital, this hotel lies in the heart of the city, taking prime position on the elegant George Street - ideal for that special weekend! Also within easy reach of the majority of Edinburgh's most popular attractions, including the famous Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens and Holyrood Palace. A little further afield is Edinburgh Zoo and Leith Port, which is now home to the Royal Yacht Britannia.
General:
The hotel is a very grand and elegant hotel in a prime central location. (KB 05/2008)
Lobby:
The lobby is medium in size, with tiled floors and seating area. It has a luxurious feel due to the marble and crystal chandeliers.
Rooms:
The rooms vary in size but are generally medium-sized, and are kept in very good condition. The bathrooms are in good condition. The rooms have elegant décor, with full facilities. All 195 of the hotel's en-suite bedrooms, many with views of Edinburgh Castle or the Firth of Forth, have been furnished to a comfortable four-star standard.
Room Types (199 rooms):
Single rooms
Double rooms
Twin rooms
Triple rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Room Facilities:
Television
Satellite television
In-house movie
Mini bar
Hairdryer
Voltage
Hotel Facilities:
Lobby
Early check-in
Lifts
Porterage
Room Service
Baby sitting
Restaurant:
The hotel offers a variety of cuisine, including a wonderful buffet-style restaurant to the rear of a lobby, in what can only be described as a quite stunning luxurious setting. There is also an exclusive a la carte restaurant serving Scottish specialties to the left of the entrance.
Exterior:
This grade II listed building, with its distinctive facade, was designed over two hundred years ago. Although it is undergoing much refurbishment, many of the original architectural details have been carefully retained.
Area Details:
9 kms to the nearest airport (edinburgh)
Close to the station (waverley station)
2 minute walk to the nearest bus stop
