Melville Castle has been restored and refurbished to provide a luxury 4 star Hotel only 6 miles (9.6 km) from Edinburgh city. The castle is set in a secluded situation on the bank of the North Esk River within a fifty acre (20 hectare) wooded estate.
Built in 1786 on the site of the old medieval castle for the first Viscount Melville, it is described as of important historical and architectural significance. The Hotel welcomes the discerning guest and also specialises in Wedding Receptions, Conferences and Corporate Events. We are pleased to offer exclusive use of the hotel and grounds for special occasions. It is bounded by two golf courses and the attractive grounds are home to a variety of wild life.
Designed by James Playfair principally for entertaining on a grand scale, the spacious entrance hall allows access to the elegant inner hall, staircase and attractive reception rooms. Each of the Castle's 30 comfortably furnished bedrooms is unique. The passenger lift gives access to the dining and boardroom and three levels of bedrooms including luxury four-poster rooms, 6 Gallery and 2 Spa bedrooms. Other rooms are also suitable for family occupation.
The hotel is a completely non-smoking throughout.
Hotel Facilities
General
Luggage Storage,
Restaurant,
Bar,
Parking ,
All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
Non-Smoking Rooms,
Free Parking,
24-Hour Front Desk,
Safety Deposit Box.
Services
Fax/Photocopying,
Internet Services,
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
Meeting/Banquet Facilities.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 5.00 per hour.
Wireless internet is available in public areas and costs GBP 5.00 per 24 hours.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 40.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Elegant and spacious Georgian inspired rooms decorated in a contemporary country house style Views accross parkland and woods.
Amenities:
Toilet,
Tea/Coffee Maker,
Safety Deposit Box,
Radio,
Fax,
Bath,
Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
Seating Area,
Refrigerator,
Satellite TV,
Telephone,
Heating,
Shower,
Work Desk,
TV,
Hairdryer.
Restaurants and Bars
The Cellar Bar and Brasserie is situated in the vaulted cellars of the Castle offering a relaxed environment to sit back and enjoy some of our award winning chef's culinary delights.
Directions
Melville Castle is situated south east of Edinburgh just beyond the city boundary.
From Edinburgh City Centre Head towards the city bypass then follow the instructions below.
From the West (Edinburgh Airport) follow the city bypass eastbound. Exit at Gilmerton Junction and follow the road signs for Eskbank. The gates to Melville Castle will appear on your right hand side about 1km from the bypass slip road.
From the East follow the city bypass westbound. At the Sheriff Hall Roundabout take the A68 then take the first turning on the right onto Melville Drive. The gates to Melville Castle are opposite the end of Melville Drive.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation