The Witchery By The Castle
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The Witchery By The Castle
Around 25 minutes on foot from Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, the 5-star Witchery By The Castle Edinburgh offers an à la carte restaurant on site. The hotel provides Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the property.
The property in Old Town, which is a bustling area of centuries-old buildings and narrow alleys is approximately a 10-minute drive from Arthur's Seat hike and just 1.7 km from such shopping venues as the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market. The Witchery By Castle is also located just a 6-minute stroll from The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church and in front of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". Explore the historical sights of Edinburgh, starting with the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse situated a 19-minute walk away. The Witchery By Castle stands a 6-minute walk from the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral", 350 metres from The Hub bus stop.
Most rooms offer views of the town.
Try the delicacies of British cuisine served in Witchery restaurant.
Amenities
Main Features
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour services
- On-site Dining
- Breakfast
- No pets allowed
Facilities
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Special diet menus
- Housekeeping
- Fax/Photocopying
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
Policy
- Children and extra beds
- There are no cots provided in a room.
Map
Local Attractions
Attractions
- The Magdalen Chapel (250 m)
- Edinburgh Castle (350 m)
- Royal Mile (150 m)
- Grassmarket (200 m)
- The Scotch Whisky Experience (50 m)
- Gladstone's Land (150 m)
- City Art Centre (200 m)
- The Writers' Museum (150 m)
- Scottish National Gallery (250 m)
Airports
- Edinburgh (14 km)
Train stations
- Edinburgh Waverley station (600 m)
Reviews
100% Verified Reviews
Florence
2023-11-06
The room is fairly quiet and stunning, comes with great value for money, 4-poster-very comfortable-bed, as for instance. The location is central. The restaurant in the hotel is exceptional for dinner. Thanks very much for a really great experience, I recommend it.
Gary
2023-10-04
Romantic room, comfy bed and spacious bathroom. Unbeatable central location and professional and fabulously helpful staff. Walking distance to a local store and shops across the street.
Roy
2023-09-18
The location was spectacular, just off Holyrood Palace at the opposite end of the Royal Mile, and the secret garden which has real trees and plants growing inside.
Don
2023-09-14
The place was unique, no reason to complain, recommend. The room was large and exquisite with smoke detectors for safety measures. The staff was efficient, always on hand when needed.
John
2023-08-17
There was a well-appointed room with another sofa. The hotel has comfortable location close enough to the restaurants as well as ample bars, restaurants and shops nearby. I was surprised at nearby Jungle Cafe, they had some goodies, drinks.
Jessica
2023-08-15
We would definitely stop here again, thanks a lot for the great stay. It has both affable and very courteous staff. Plus, the location is marvellous, minutes from Royal Mile.
Edgar
2023-08-12
The staff were excellent and efficient every time I dealt with them. The breakfast was traditional at 5:45.
Chris
2023-07-18
We liked being here. Spent 1 night here with our sister, had an absolutely amazing stay overall. That hotel was in a comfortable and excellent location, right down the hill from Edinburgh castle.
Derek
2023-07-16
The offered breakfast was large at 5:45.
Dorothy
2023-07-14
The staff were all excellent, top-notch service. The room was huge and unique with another sofa, and I appreciated it.
James
2023-07-04
We had an excellent stay that met the demands, would come here again. The room we had was luxury by butler and the staff was amiable. The location was great, not very far from a Thistle chapel.
Mark
2023-06-13
We ate at an amazing restaurant for dinner. An electric kettle and glassware were available in the kitchen.
William
2023-06-12
We both enjoyed it, the place is wonderful and suited fine. The location was marvellous and beautiful and the atmosphere was individual!
Peter
2023-06-04
We have stayed here for 2 nights and had a delightful experience. The location was marvellous, staff were incredibly nice. There was an amazing restaurant with excellent meals.
Kenneth
2023-05-09
The restaurant was amazing for dinner, I tried fresh dishes. An electric kettle and glassware worked well.
Tommy
2023-04-23
They offered exquisite and unique rooms with roll top bath, a draped bed, as example.
Basil
2023-04-09
The staff were accommodating, their services were top-notch.
The staff we met were not so friendly.
Margaret
2023-03-30
Large breakfast, thanks a lot. The venue has unbeatable location in the secret garden.
Gerald
2023-03-26
The location was spectacular, in a beautiful setting with easy access to a local shop and shops.
Thomas
2023-03-07
One of the advantages - themed and breathtaking rooms; they included shower facilities, a hairdryer and bath robes. The staff were exceptional and food was appetising. The location of the hotel was unbeatable - just a short walk away from a combined museum.
Diana
2023-02-26
Marvellous location in Old Town and with a view on city. Splendid food at breakfast served in the restaurant.
Steve
2023-02-26
Truly enjoyed it from the moment we entered, totally recommend this place. The room was large and exquisite and offered a shower, a hair dryer and bathrobes, so that guests had essentials. Very attentive stuff suggested restaurants.
Some people working there were not always friendly.
Wayne
2023-02-22
Staff were extremely friendly and breakfast was traditional. Top-notch service was provided. Had opportunity to use ironing at no cost.
James
2023-02-18
Everything was good with atmospheric rooms. The staff were welcoming and exceptional and knew their area. Stay here was excellent, I didn't feel like leaving.
James
2023-01-21
The room was exquisite and atmospheric, had essentials, like shower facilities, a hairdryer and bathrobes.
Their staff were not particularly friendly.
Eva
2022-12-30
We enjoyed the breathtaking rooms. Got exceptionally comfortable bed and an electric kettle, a personal safe and central heating. This fabulous hotel was in central location in the secret garden. Moreover, it's just off Edinburgh, the hill, and the Royal Mile steps from Edinburgh Castle in Old Town.
Mary
2022-12-29
By and large, it was lovely place for sightseeing in Edinburgh, had much fun. The bed was exceptionally comfortable and it was great having an electric kettle, an individual safe and central heating.
Jason
2022-12-17
We think it's a great base for staying in Edinburgh. The units are luxury, atmospheric.
Charles
2022-12-11
The room was themed and huge and with an individual safe, central heating and an iron at your disposal, EXCEPTIONAL view. The service was terrific with an elegant atmosphere. The restaurant here was nice for dinner.
Some of the staff were not that friendly.
Colin
2022-12-02
Welcoming staff, top-notch services, including lots of fabulous delicacies. Central location, wonderful base for discovering Edinburgh.
Grant
2022-11-26
The breakfast was traditional at 5:45, with lots of amazing options.
Ronald
2022-11-11
The rooms were quiet and fabulous, by butler. The location was unbeatable and incredible - ease of access to a green Flag park. And it was also really close to Royal Mile as well as the restaurant.
Derek
2022-09-24
All in all, it was lovely place for travelling to Edinburgh👌
Lucy
2022-09-19
Quaint place with luxurious rooms. Terrific service, attentive staff during stay. The breakfasts at 5:45. All in all stunning setting near Old Town, the restaurant, and the centre of the city.
Wi-Fi signal was very weak.
Victoria
2022-09-02
It's comfortable place for sightseeing and exploring Edinburgh.
Jack
2022-08-29
Planned to see Edinburgh major attractions and it was perfect place for visiting all of them. I appreciated savoury food...
Andrew
2022-08-20
I enjoyed exquisite decor of the deluxe suite. A shower, a hair dryer and bathrobes were very handy.
John
2022-08-15
it had marvellous location with access to royal palace nearby. the breakfast at 5:45 was served in the restaurant. the services were perfect.
Robert
2022-08-08
Exceptionally comfortable beds, an electric kettle, a personal safe and central heating in the room. Brilliant food and individual atmosphere.
Poor bathroom.
Edward
2021-02-11
We did n't want to leave and would love to come back. Comfortable beds, very good food and location. Really loved to hang out in the center, it's within walking distance of the hotel. There was a garden too.
David
2021-01-13
It deserves its 5 stars. 10 mins walk to the center...
James
2020-03-30
One could dine at restaurants such as makars gourmet mash bar 10 minutes away. 5-star hotel in Edinburgh. Free WiFi was a pleasant addition. We enjoyed staying at witchery by the castle.
Frequently asked questions
- 🕌Which landmarks are worth visiting during the stay at the Witchery By The Castle?Attractions near the Witchery By The Castle include Royal Mile as well as the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", they can be reached with a 5 minutes' walk and a 10 minutes' walk respectively.
- ✈How far is the 5-star The Witchery By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh from the airport?Dundee airport and the 5-star The Witchery By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh are separated by 100 km distance.
- ❓Which railway station is the closest to The Witchery By The Castle Hotel?The closest train station to The Witchery By The Castle Hotel is Edinburgh Waverley, located within a 10-minute stroll.
- 🚎What transport stations are closest to the Edinburgh hotel?The closest bus station to the Edinburgh hotel is The Hub (50 metres).
- ❓What dining options does the Edinburgh hotel feature?The guests of the Edinburgh hotel can enjoy their dinner in Witchery restaurant which serves Scottish meals.
- 🍹What are the best places for dining close to The Witchery By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh?Guests can have lunch or dinner at the fast food restaurant Oink featuring Scottish dishes within 200 metres of The Witchery By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh or dine at Maison Bleue serving French dishes within a 5-minute walk from the property.
- ❓Do we get breakfast along with our room reservation at Witchery By The Castle?At Witchery By The Castle breakfast is included in the price. For more details, please contact the hotel.
- ❓When is check-in time and check-out time at The Witchery By The Castle Hotel?Check-in time at The Witchery By The Castle Hotel is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.
- 💵What is the price of a room at the hotel?At the hotel price for a room starts at £598.
- ❓What payment methods are used in The Witchery By The Castle Hotel?The Witchery By The Castle Hotel will only accept payment with cash.
- 🚪What room types can we choose from at The Witchery By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh?At The Witchery By The Castle Hotel Edinburgh guests can choose among the following room types:
- Deluxe Inner Suite
- Deluxe King Suite
- Deluxe Suite