The Witchery by the Castle
Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2NF, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.6/10! (score from 113 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
We stayed in the Herriot Suite which had an amazing bathroom and very comfortable four poster bed and lovely seating area. The room was very clean, with very soft, fluffy bath towels. Even though it is in the centre of the city we had a great night's sleep, the room was really quiet. They have put gluten free cookies in our room which was a nice touch. Breakfast was delicious and freshly cooked and they had gluten free haggis and black pudding which was a real treat.
United KingdomUnique experience as if travels back in history and stays in another century but still maintains the modern comfort. Staff all helpful and make sure we have everything. Love the space in our room with its own dining room having a choice of breakfast delivered. Every room is of different decoration, can‘t wait to go again and discover.
Hong KongBoth breakfast and dinner were excellent. Especially the men's service was the best. Women are not good enough.
Japanvery unusual and just stunning . location superb for the castle .
United Kingdomit was dramatic in feel and look. at 795 for a night there were things missing ! no option for drink in the room regardless if it was a further costs. cookies half eaten in a jar. was very poor … much positive but could be much better ! tv was rubbish , but overall the feel was different due to the atmosphere and building ! I was able to blank out the irritants and focus on the pleasure of being in a time warp of old ! loved it but if you want that kind of money for a night ! step it up … t x
United KingdomThe staff were amazing,nothing was too much trouble. The room was gorgeous and totally unique and food was incredible, wonderful service wonderful stay
United KingdomBest place we have stayed at. Beautiful rooms and the staff are so friendly. We parked our car at their sister hotel and got a complimentary taxi to the witchery. Nice vegan breakfast. We will be staying again 🙂
United KingdomMagical hotel - rooms beautiful - location next to castle outstanding - wonderful place to stay
Czech RepublicIncredible hotel! Beautiful suite consists of two rooms. Opulent and elegant design without shabiness. Exceptional bathroom with to gothic sinks, big bath, walk-in tropical shower for two people, canopy bed and truly magnificent lighting. Plus Echo for your favorite music.
KazakhstanExquisite rooms, the food is top notch and the service is the best thing about the property.
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Amy
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Nigel
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The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features. Lavishly furnished suites display gothic touches, with large oak beds and 4-posters, velvet-lined walls and flamboyant red and gold décor indicative of the style. There are separate seating areas and large bathrooms with free-standing silver baths. Each of The Witchery’s 9 suites is different, but walk-in dressing rooms, love seats and tapestries set the tone. Some rooms overlook Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, looking down towards Princes Street, or across to the old town. An indulgent breakfast hamper will be served in the room each morning or guests can choose to have a cooked breakfast served in the restaurant at no extra cost. The Witchery’s seductive glamour has caught the attention of The Times, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveller, and many celebrity fans have enjoyed its suites. The impressive restaurant also showcases fine Scottish dishes in similarly decadent surroundings.
This is our guests' favourite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.
The Witchery by the Castle has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 22 Aug 2013.See what guests loved the most:
GaryUnited Kingdom
“We stayed in the Herriot Suite which had an amazing bathroom and very comfortable four poster bed and lovely seating area. The room was very clean, with very soft, fluffy bath towels. Even though it is in the centre of the city we had a great...”
AmyHong Kong
“Unique experience as if travels back in history and stays in another century but still maintains the modern comfort. Staff all helpful and make sure we have everything. Love the space in our room with its own dining room having a choice of...”- フフィルディン
Japan
“Both breakfast and dinner were excellent. Especially the men's service was the best. Women are not good enough.” - Jane
United Kingdom
“very unusual and just stunning . location superb for the castle .”
TonyUnited Kingdom
“it was dramatic in feel and look. at 795 for a night there were things missing ! no option for drink in the room regardless if it was a further costs. cookies half eaten in a jar. was very poor … much positive but could be much better ! tv was...”
JaneUnited Kingdom
“The staff were amazing,nothing was too much trouble. The room was gorgeous and totally unique and food was incredible, wonderful service wonderful stay”
AliceUnited Kingdom
“Best place we have stayed at. Beautiful rooms and the staff are so friendly. We parked our car at their sister hotel and got a complimentary taxi to the witchery. Nice vegan breakfast. We will be staying again 🙂”- Paul
Czech Republic
“Magical hotel - rooms beautiful - location next to castle outstanding - wonderful place to stay” - Kuanysh
Kazakhstan
“Incredible hotel! Beautiful suite consists of two rooms. Opulent and elegant design without shabiness. Exceptional bathroom with to gothic sinks, big bath, walk-in tropical shower for two people, canopy bed and truly magnificent lighting. Plus...”
NigelUnited Kingdom
“Exquisite rooms, the food is top notch and the service is the best thing about the property.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Do you have parking on site? if so how much per night? if not, suggestion?
We do not have parking here but we can offer 2 solutions that are quite close by for our guests.Answered on 10 October 2020hello there where is the nearest long stay carpark as looking at a weekend stay later in the year thank you X
I would suggest leaving your car at our sister hotel which is about a 10 minute drive from us (we would provide complimentary taxis).Answered on 24 February 2021are you pet friendly?
No. I'm afraid we do not allow pets.Answered on 13 April 2023Hello we would be visiting in July.I have terminal breast cancer and this would be one of my things off my living list. which suite would be the best
Good afternoon, All of our suites are truly spectacular and which ever one that you choose I'm sure you will thoroughly enjoy.Answered on 3 June 2022How nearby is the parking?
The closest NCP carpark is about a 10 minute walk or we offer free parking at our sister hotel with complimentary taxi's. This is about a 1o minute drive.Answered on 23 July 2021Can I book a meal in the restaurant I want to book a room and dinner?
Good morning, I would check availability in our restaurant first as we are a very busy restaurant. We do not hold any tables in reserve either.Answered on 22 October 2021- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Witchery
- CuisineBritish • Scottish
Facilities of The Witchery by the CastleGreat facilities! Review score, 9
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Terrace
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Safety deposit box
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash is not accepted
The Witchery by the Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.