The Witchery by the Castle

Location: The hotel is uniquely situated, offering proximity to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, making it ideal for exploration and sightseeing. Its historical charm adds to the allure, providing easy access to landmarks while retaining a sense of medieval ambiance.

Stayed in The Turret for our wedding anniversary, this is our 4th stay and now my favourite of the Suites. Spacious and comfortable, with everything you could need. Check in is from 14.30 and we were shown up the 3 flights of stone spiral stairs to the most amazing suite. Champagne, sparkling and still water were chilling in the ice bucket. Tea and coffee station with fresh milk in the fridge, chocolates, crisps and cookies are provided. The sitting area has a TV and a selection of seats to relax in. The bathroom is beautiful, large central bath, 2 sinks and a separate area with a loo and shower for two. Plenty of warm fluffy towels and lovely toiletries. The bedroom area is large and extremely comfortable. Another TV hidden in the wall, large dining table and lovely touches like the Dyson hairdryer and hair straighteners. We opted for the continental breakfast to be delivered, it did not disappoint, breads, jams, pastries, yoghurts, selection of cereals, hot drinks and a platter of meat, fruit and cheese. Enough for 4 people! Everything about our stay was fantastic, comfortable, warm and welcoming. Can not wait to try the other suites.

My partner, Sam, celebrated his 26th birthday on Monday, and having always dreamt of spending the night in a decadently divine, gothic styled hotel suite, complete with a standalone bathtub; I can confirm surprising him with a night stay in The Vestry most definitely ticked every box we could have hoped for; and so much more!! Every single detail, down to the letter, we could tell had the utmost thought and attention to perfection delivered. Despite not being able to afford this kind of hotel experience very often, but having come from a background working for reputable boutique hotel brands, I felt as though my understanding of expectations and delivery of such, were surpassed in ways I never could have expected. Seeing Sam's face light up with magic on check in is most definitely an experience I'll never forget. The Witchery truly is rooted in mystycism and magic; and we both felt it in the most gloriously transportative way. Never before have either of us had the opportunity and ability to slip away into a carefree alter ego, completely detatched from the realities of home life we planned this trip to escape from. We had dinner in the restaurant Monday night; and my word. What an experience!! It was sensationally divine, and we're still lost for words trying to describe how that meal not just tasted, but felt. I can't thank you, your wondeful staff, and enchanting establishment enough for giving Sam & myself the most magical, mystifying & memorable first visit to Edinburgh. We're already planning our next trip across for June to celebrate my 35th birthday! We've whittled down our favourites, and have decided that The Turrett is next on the list!