4 Star Hotel

Dalhousie Castle

Cockpen Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom View Map

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Dalhousie Castle

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Scotland’s Oldest Inhabited Castle. Since the 13th century, Dalhousie Castle has been host to royalty, celebrated poets and wonderful guests. Today, we continue the tradition of Scotland’s warm hospitality. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed with open arms as we cater to your every need with impeccable service and attention to detail. Our highly experienced hoteliers are dedicated to ensuring your stay is nothing short of extraordinary. Dalhousie had a variety of owners in the late 20th century, and was even used as a private boarding school (Scotland’s answer to Hogwarts!) before being transformed into a luxurious hotel in 1972. One thing is certain, through the vast and somewhat tumultuous history of Dalhousie Castle, it has now become a symbol and beacon of Scottish hospitality, welcoming guests with open arms.

327 Reviews

8.5Very Good

What Guests Say

  • “The staff were very nice, the room was clean and comfortable with a great bed and pillows, the food Wes great too.”
  • “I really loved the history of the building, the friendliness of the staff, and the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Even if you just…”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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King Suite1/4

King Suite

646 sqft • 2 Queen

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Superior Double Room1/4

Superior Double Room

237 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Queen

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Classic Double Room1/4

Classic Double Room

216 sqft • 1 Queen

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Superior King Room1/1

Superior King Room

270 sqft • 1 Queen

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Themed Double Room with Four Poster Bed1/4

Themed Double Room with Four Poster Bed

431 sqft • 2 Single, 1 Queen

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Lodge Suite1/4

Lodge Suite

646 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Queen

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    What Guests Loved

    8.5
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    Based on 327 reviews

    Pros +

    • The staff were very nice, the room was clean and comfortable with a great bed and pillows, the food Wes great too.
    • I really loved the history of the building, the friendliness of the staff, and the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Even if you just stay one night, you just feel like you are experiencing something special by being there.
    • It's a Castle!

    Cons -

    • We Did NOT know we weren't staying in the actual castle and I was incredibly disappointed. We were put in a newly renovated out building that was 2 minute walk from the castle. I was also told we could have dinner in the dungeon but couldn't. :(
    • The Dungeon restaurant is a unique eating experience, and the food is good, but I would say a tad overpriced for the portions. Also, if you are booked on the upper floors, pack light because you will be lugging those cases up several flights of stairs.
    • Bar service was a bit slow.
    9Verified guestPosted on: 5-17-2026

    The staff were very nice, the room was clean and comfortable with a great bed and pillows, the food Wes great too.

    We Did NOT know we weren't staying in the actual castle and I was incredibly disappointed. We were put in a newly renovated out building that was 2 minute walk from the castle. I was also told we could have dinner in the dungeon but couldn't. :(

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 3-25-2015

    I really loved the history of the building, the friendliness of the staff, and the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Even if you just stay one night, you just feel like you are experiencing something special by being there.

    The Dungeon restaurant is a unique eating experience, and the food is good, but I would say a tad overpriced for the portions. Also, if you are booked on the upper floors, pack light because you will be lugging those cases up several flights of stairs.

    10VincePosted on: 2-22-2019

    It's a Castle!

    10HannahPosted on: 1-26-2026

    We love Dalhousie, one of our favourite castles to stay in. From the decor to the surroundings absolutely unbelievable, we love it here and have stayed a few times now and never get bored will be back again.

    10AngeloPosted on: 1-25-2026

    Authentic castle feel, friendly staff. Great breakfast and lots of parking available.

    Bar service was a bit slow.

    10ArlettePosted on: 1-23-2026

    Excellent location, clean & friendly staff.

    1DavidPosted on: 1-7-2026

    Location

    Greeting at reception. Lack of staff. Breakfast experience.

    10Kerri-annePosted on: 1-4-2026

    Staff were amazing, amenities beautiful, rooms comfortable- breakfast amazing!

    5SandraPosted on: 1-2-2026

    Building is stunning and the food was amazing

    Spa pool not available but wasn’t told (yes I should have read reviews but thought it would be fine)Staff unhelpful at times. Poor service in restaurant - had to ask for salt & pepper (think we were sharing grinders with rest of tables!) and had to ask for steak knife. Very slow to get drinks!Hotel is showing a lot of wear and tear, there are renovations due to be carried out so hopefully all this is resolved. We came home a day early!!!!

    10WuPosted on: 1-2-2026

    The castle is so well maintained, not just a nice look outside but inside the castle is even more beautiful, it’s located in a quiet place surrounded by green fields, the dining experience was superb, the breakfast, afternoon tea and dungeon dinner wow! I’m so glad that I have experienced all of these, very friendly staff I like everyone here.

    9SpencerPosted on: 12-31-2025

    Impressive castle stay with fantastic food and drinks!Quiet and measured atmosphere Dungeon restaurant exceptional.Great shout out for Ian the chef!

    9MickPosted on: 12-24-2025

    very beautiful location good food excellent

    Payed for a themed room top dollar and got a dated room tiles on bathroom floor broken not what I expected

    3graemePosted on: 12-22-2025

    It's a castle and holds memories for me

    The service from bar staff and breakfast along with the fact we were not advised nor is it advertised that the spa is closed and you're paying for a 4 star property not a 3 star property.

    2JanePosted on: 12-21-2025

    The scenery, History, uniqueness and the interior decoration

    Staff were very scruffy, un Professional, the lady serving our breakfast wore the same stained clothes 2 days running,The Spa was out of use which was one of the main reasons we picked it,We paid for the spa facilities that were shut down because of the revamp happening in January,This was not stated on their website or informed before our arrival, (we would have changed the hotel if we knew).No one seemed to have any knowledge of The Falconery, Clay Pigeon shooting or Archery that is offered when you’re in their site?Staff completely lacking people skills , politeness, knowledge and not one person asked us if everything was ok or if we needed anything!!!Completely disappointed to hear honest

    5GregPosted on: 12-19-2025

    The castle amd irs surroundings

    Food wasn't to my taste and there was no curtain around the 4 poster bed and stains on carpet, and tears all up the back of the curtains.

    7AnnikaPosted on: 11-30-2025

    The location is excellent and very convenient. Breakfast was lovely with good variety and quality. The decoration of the communal areas – especially the restaurants, bar, and breakfast rooms – is beautiful and very well maintained, giving the hotel a stylish and welcoming atmosphere.

    Unfortunately, the spa facilities such as the sauna were not available during our stay, which was disappointing. The rooms feel outdated and would benefit greatly from a full renovation – particularly the old-fashioned bathroom, tiles, and worn carpets. At breakfast, the staff initially seemed visibly annoyed when we asked for a table by the window to be reset, even though these tables are naturally the most popular and such a request should not feel like an inconvenience.

    10GaryPosted on: 11-24-2025

    Beautiful location. I will be a regular visitor to Dalhousie Castle

    My only complaint was that my stay only lasted 7 days, I could have stayed there for over a month - it was very relaxing and the rooms were so peaceful and cozy

    9AlissaPosted on: 11-1-2025

    Beautiful decor and ambience when you first enter the hotel.

    Communication was not the best, starting with the front desk. We asked for a specific, simple request and felt a little dismissed from the receptionist. When it came time to act upon this request, it was not done correctly. We should have voiced our concern right away, but the person with whom we had made the request was not present and unavailable.

    7JohnPosted on: 10-28-2025

    Beautiful location and it was a castle.

    The toilet did not do its job very well. Had to flush 3 or 4 times to get the job done.

    10DianePosted on: 10-27-2025

    The view, the falconry and restaurant were amazing

    The cork fee suggestion for our own wine

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 16 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that the Spa has an age restriction of 16 years and over, and The Dungeon restaurant has an age restriction of 10 years and over.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    Location

    Dalhousie Castle

    Cockpen Road, Edinburgh

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