Best Luxury Hotels in Edinburgh
The Royal Mile, the Castle in the Old Town to the elegant Georgian facades, the bustle of George St in the New Town, and the winding back alleys peppered with book shops and cafes, Edinburgh has it all. From grandeur to simplicity, historic sites to contemporary dwellings, there truly is something for everyone in this magical city. For history buffs and architectural admirers, Edinburgh has the highest concentration of listed buildings out of anywhere in the world but it doesn’t stop there. With an ever-evolving calendar of events including the famous Fringe Festival and Hogmanay, the only problem you will have here is deciding how to spend your time. For the eaters and drinkers, there are more pubs, bars and restaurants than you can shake a bagpipe at. From elegant fine dining to rustic and wholesome catch of the day, the city is a food lovers dream and of course, everything should be washed down with a wee dram. Here are our favourite 5-star and luxury hotels to stay at in the city.
Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Old Town
House Of Gods Hotel
(4 stars)If you want pure decadence and lashings of theatrical opulence for your next stay in Edinburg, look no further. House of Gods’ design is infused with deco-style drama at every turn – velvet cushions and heavy drapes, curtained four-poster beds, mahogany antique furniture, parquet flooring, fringed lampshades, oak panelled walls, gleaming freestanding gleaming Victorian tubs and palms. The colour palette revolves around dark, rich hues of deep red and rooms come full of surprises, like hidden TV mirrors and coffee machines secreted out of immediate sight. Lilith’s lounge features a curated cocktail list that’s inspired by rock n’ roll’s tales of hotel debauchery.
Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Leith
Ocean Mist Leith
Return to a bygone era with a stay in one of the 17 bedrooms at this unique floating boutique hotel. Situated in the vibrant Shore area, the vessel provides 360-degree views of the Water of Leith from Edinburgh Castle to The Victoria Swing Bridge. First commissioned as a minesweeper for the Admiralty, it’s served as a pleasure yacht for the aristocracy, a WWII torpedo recovery vessel, an anti-mine calibrating yacht and a pub/events venue. Now it’s more resplendent than ever, offering vintage-inspired staterooms, cabins and berths, as well as an elegant bar and lounge, where the champagne is ever flowing.