Name: The Witchery by the Castle
Address: Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2NF, United Kingdom, Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 2NF, UK
Rating: 9.4

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Hotel The Witchery by the Castle

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, atmosphere and architecture – Check location Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2NF, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, atmosphere and architecture – Check location

*8.1* Brass Rubbing Center: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)

*8.8* National Museum of Scotland: only 6 minutes away! (1,500 feet by foot)

*8.4* Waverley Mall: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.3* Armstrong's: only 2 minutes away! (450 feet by foot)

*9.1* Edinburgh Castle: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)

*8.4* Scott Monument: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)

*9.3* Museum of Scotland: only 6 minutes away! (1,500 feet by foot)

*8.6* St. Giles Cathedral: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)

*8.8* Princes Street Gardens: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)

*9.2* Royal Mile: only 2 minutes away! (350 feet by foot)

The Scotch Whisky Experience: less than a minute away! (40 feet by foot)

*9.0* The Real Mary King's Close: only 5 minutes away! (1,100 feet by foot)

*9.2* Scottish National Gallery: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)

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The service was perfect. The room was amazing and the bath was like no other. Will be back for sure!

Jesse, United States of America

The staff was wonderful and accommodating. The food was the best I had in Europe, my travels included Paris and London. The fish was feasher at Witchery. I really felt very well taken care of and can highlt recommend it. It’s worth every cent!

Heather, United States of America

The hotel rooms are amazing. Three different rooms and a clawfoot tin!

Travis, United States of America

Excellent location on the Royal Mile steps from Edinburgh Castle in Old Town

Shirounda, United States of America

The Witchery is a luxury spot. Everything was first class. We stayed in the Turret and it is a lovely suite. Remember, there is no elevator and there are a few stairs to climb. Being greeted by chilled champagne was marvelous. The picnic hamper breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The location could not have been better - what a treat to see the Oman Cavalry and the pipe bands go by the window - that was truly special. There were so many delightful spots within walking distance of the hotel: shops, restaurants, pubs, historical sites.

Margaret, United States of America

The opulence of the decor (antiques and atmosphericly themed rooms) makes this hotel incredibly special.

Elizabeth, United Kingdom

We loved just about everything. The decor, cleanliness, comfort and amenities were fantastic. Champagne and water delivered every day was a treat. The staff was amazingly friendly and helpful.

Bruce, United States of America

All the staff were superb. The breakfast was excellent.

Pamela, United Kingdom

The room was amazing, pillows and bed thw most comfortable the whole trip. Staff very helpful.

Cheri, United States of America

Situated directly on The Royal Mile , the Witchery is a lovely historic place with lots of character!!

Gabriel, United States of America

9.8

Excellent location!
On-site restaurant
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Very clean bathrooms
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Very comfy beds
Great neighborhood
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Very clean bathrooms
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Very comfy beds
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What guests loved the most:
“The service was perfect. The room was amazing and the bath was like no other. Will be back for sure!”

Jesse United States of America
“The staff was wonderful and accommodating. The food was the best I had in Europe, my travels included Paris and London. The fish was feasher at Witchery. ”

Heather United States of America
“The hotel rooms are amazing. Three different rooms and a clawfoot tin!”

Travis United States of America
“Excellent location on the Royal Mile steps from Edinburgh Castle in Old Town”

Shirounda United States of America
“The Witchery is a luxury spot. Everything was first class. We stayed in the Turret and it is a lovely suite. Remember, there is no elevator and there are a few stairs to climb. ”

Margaret United States of America
“The opulence of the decor (antiques and atmosphericly themed rooms) makes this hotel incredibly special.”

Elizabeth United Kingdom
“We loved just about everything. The decor, cleanliness, comfort and amenities were fantastic. Champagne and water delivered every day was a treat. The staff was amazingly friendly and helpful.”

Bruce United States of America
“All the staff were superb. The breakfast was excellent.”

Pamela United Kingdom
“The room was amazing, pillows and bed thw most comfortable the whole trip. Staff very helpful.”

Cheri United States of America
“Situated directly on The Royal Mile , the Witchery is a lovely historic place with lots of character!!”

Gabriel United States of America

Stay in the Heart of Edinburgh –

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 glamor has caught the attention of The Times, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler, and many celebrity fans have enjoyed its suites. The impressive restaurant also showcases fine Scottish dishes in similarly decadent surroundings.

Old Town is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, atmosphere and architecture.

This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Edinburgh! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Edinburgh! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.5 for two-person stays.

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Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, atmosphere and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Stay in the oldest part of Scotland's capital, where gas lamps light up elegant buildings and cobblestone streets. Nearby, the impressive Edinburgh Castle looks over the city.

Closest Landmarks

The Scotch Whisky Experience
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Royal Mile
0.1 miles
Armstrong's
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Gladstones Land
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Gladstone's Land
0.1 miles
Grassmarket
0.1 miles
Central Library
0.1 miles
Scottish National Gallery
0.1 miles
National Library of Scotland
0.1 miles
Edinburgh Castle
0.2 miles

Restaurants & Markets

The rooftop Tower Restaurant Restaurant
0.2 miles

Closest Airports

Edinburgh Airport
6.5 miles
Glasgow Airport
48.2 miles

Shopping Nearby – All Within 500 Yards!

Grassmarket Market
Princes Street Edinburgh Shopping Street
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What Travelers Love About This Location

“The room is a complete treasure. It's a proper apartment suite with kitchenette, large bathroom, sitting room, massive bedroom, and foyer. The manners of th...”

Shannonzk

United Kingdom

9.5

“The Armory Suite we had was big and luxurious. The bed was a super comfortable four poster bed and it was easy to feel cozy in the slippers and bathrobes, drink...”

Jennifer

Austria

9.5

“The Witchery is absolutely packed with character, and in an incredible location (literally right beside Edinburgh Castle)! The suite was fantastic, the food go...”

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1 Restaurant On Site

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Food: Scottish

Open for: Lunch, Dinner, High tea

Menu: À la carte

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Children & Beds

This hotel does not accommodate children.

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Witchery by the Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

An indulgent breakfast hamper will be served in the room each morning or you can choose to have a cooked breakfast served in the restaurant at no extra cost.

Guests will also find champagne, mineral water and cookies on rates above GBP 295 per night.

“The staff was wonderful and accommodating. The food was the best I had in Europe, my travels included Paris and London. The fish was feasher at Witchery. I really felt very well taken care of and can highlt recommend it. It’s worth every cent!”

Heather

United States of America

“The Witchery is a luxury spot. Everything was first class. We stayed in the Turret and it is a lovely suite. Remember, there is no elevator and there are a few stairs to climb. Being greeted by chilled champagne was marvelous. The picnic hamper breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The location could not have been better - what a treat to see the Oman Cavalry and the pipe bands go by the window - that was truly special. There were so many delightful spots within walking distance of the hotel: shops, restaurants, pubs, historical sites.”

Margaret

“We loved just about everything. The decor, cleanliness, comfort and amenities were fantastic. Champagne and water delivered every day was a treat. The staff was amazingly friendly and helpful.”

Bruce

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	Deluxe Suite - Old Rectory 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Each deluxe suite is individual. Some have views to the historic Royal Mile, others have a kitchenette and lounge and some have four-poster beds. Please note that specific features are not guaranteed. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Inner Sanctum 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located on the first floor, this spacious suite features a lacquered red bathroom with an antique Victorian bath, a tartan-lined study and a lavishly draped four-poster bed. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Sempill 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom A velvet-draped four-poster bed is featured in this elegant large suite with separate sitting room and paneled dining hall. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Turret 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This elegant suite features a romantic king-sized four-poster bed with vintage red silk velvet drapes. Two windows offer exceptional views to Princes Street and beyond. The bedroom also has a TV and a breakfast table. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Heriot 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This suite features a romantic four-poster bed with gold-embroidered velvets, a sitting room, a walk-in dressing room, and a hidden Gothic chapel bathroom. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Library 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located on the first floor, this Gothic library-styled suite features a book-filled bathroom with its hidden secret door and heavily draped bed, views of the Royal Mile, walls upholstered in Paisley fabrics, and a seating area with Victorian sofas from Taymouth Castle. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Vestry 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located on the second floor, this suite overlooks the Royal Mile and it features a draped bed, French gilded furniture, ecclesiastical vestments, and a marbled-floored bathroom with a large roll-top bath and shower. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Guardroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom With views across Old Town rooftops, this romantic four-poster bedroom features a separate sitting room, a dining hall and an oak-paneled bathroom with roll-top bath. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Suite - Armory 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom A dining hall, a romantic four-poster bedroom, a separate sitting room, and an oak-paneled bathroom with a roll-top bath are featured in this elegant suite. Room Facilities: • Bathtub • Telephone • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Sitting area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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Stay in the Heart of Edinburgh –

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in old-town exploration, atmosphere and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of The Witchery by the Castle Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

House Rules The Witchery by the Castle takes special requests – add in the next step!