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Melville Castle Hotel

Edinburgh · United Kingdom

Gilmerton RoadView location

9.2/10Excellent347 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition9.0/109.0
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Melville Castle Hotel

This 4 star hotel is located in the suburbs of Edinburgh. The hotel has a gorgeous brasserie restaurant and bar on site, featuring bistro and á la carte menus.

The grounds have several walking paths in the surrounding woods, a water fountain often featured in outdoor weddings, and neighbouring friendly horses.

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With a stay at Melville Castle in Lasswade, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. This castle is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from University of Edinburgh and 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Princes Street. Stay in one of 33 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and an elevator.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available Green Tourism Program Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12 for children
    • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Dalkeith Country Park 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Dalhousie Castle 4.9 km / 3 mi
Royal Infirmary 4.8 km / 3 mi
National Library of Scotland 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Musselburgh Racecourse 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Holyrood Park 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Royal Commonwealth Pool 8.1 km / 5 mi
Queen's Hall 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
The Meadows 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
John McIntyre Conference Centre 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
University of Edinburgh 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Hillend Country Park 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Queen Margaret University 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
George Square 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Festival Theatre 8.9 km / 5.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of most recent renovation: 2003
  • Number of floors (main building)
  • Single rooms: 2
  • Double rooms: 30
  • Suites: 2
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  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
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  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Sun terrace
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Projector
  • Photocopier
  • Green Tourism
  • Breakfast
  • Set menu lunch
  • Set menu dinner
  • Special dietary options
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBL.DB-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DB-SU

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • SUITE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDSUITE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDSUI.QN-SU

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    SUITE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.QN-SU

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  • SINGLE CLASSICSINGLE • CLASSIC • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²SGL.AS
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    SINGLE CLASSIC

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.AS

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIOR • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBL.SU
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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.SU

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BED • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBL.KG-SU
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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

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  • Room ONE BEDRoom • ONE BEDROO.1B

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    Room ONE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.1B

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU-1

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.SU-1

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  • SUITE TWO BEDSSUITE • TWO BEDS • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²SUI.2B
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    SUITE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.2B

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE ONE BEDSUITE • ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²SUI.1B
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    SUITE ONE BED

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.1B

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible

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  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST-1

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.ST-1

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  • JUNIOR SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDJSU.QN

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    JUNIOR SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.QN

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 23 m²JSU.ST
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    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    23 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin CLASSICDouble or Twin • CLASSICDBT.AS-1

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    Double or Twin CLASSIC

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.AS-1

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  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.QN

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SUITE QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2-QN

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    SUITE QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.B2-QN

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  • SUITE ONE BEDROOMSUITE • ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    SUITE ONE BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.B1

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  • Double or Twin CLASSICDouble or Twin • CLASSIC • 1 Bedroom • 21 m²DBT.AS
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    Double or Twin CLASSIC

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    21 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.AS

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    Room SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.SU

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDBL.QN-SU

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-SU

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  • SUITE TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    SUITE TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.B2

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • SUITE SUPERIORSUITE • SUPERIORSUI.SU

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    SUITE SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.SU

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  • JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • WITH DOUBLE BEDJSU.DB

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    Melville Castle Hotel

    JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.DB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Melville Castle Hotel

9.2
Excellent
347 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Brett
Great place to stay and would again. Old castle, so you have the historical vibes of the place. Had restraunt on site, only hade breakfast here and was good. Have onsite-bar and outside seating to enjoy the grounds. On outskirts of city, so very quiet, vast grounds to walk. Had a lift for luggage movement. Staff was great, location quiet. Had the two-bedroom suite and like it very much. (only issue were the carpets had some burn marks). But room was large and had a little room for coffee and tea. on-site open parking. Great place and recommend.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Gemma
Driving down the long drive the castle comes into view and its breathtaking!
Vinny on reception was incredibly welcoming.
Our room was phenomenal. There was nothing we would change.
We ate in the restaurant on site on the first night and the food was outstanding.
Breakfast each day was wonderful!
To get into Edinburgh we were going to use the Park and Ride but Vinny said we could park at the end of the castle driveway and get the number 3 bus from there (turn left and the stop is there on your side of the road). This was a gamechanger. The buses come regularly and take around 30 minutes to get into Edinburgh. Bus back stops just opposite Melville Castle driveway then its a quick hop in the car up the driveway to the castle itself!
This was a wonderful and relaxing stay in a castle of all places!
Highly recommend. We will definitely be back.
Oh and literally everyone was so friendly, not just in Melville Castle, but Edinburgh itself :)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Stacy
Lovely room and castle! The bed was SO comfortable! The food at the restaurant and the breakfast were fantastic!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2026
Kristine P
We were basking that we were staying at a castle.
It was singularly enriching experience, one that I would simply like to experience again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Kathy
What a magical place. I liked that it wasn’t modernized and it felt like being in a home but a castle. The food was fantastic.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Khosrow
Perfect location. Very green. Friendly staff. Super clean.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2026
Richard
Too far away from everything.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2026
Barbara
We booked a one night stay to have the \"Scotland Castle Experience\", and our experience was...ok. Beautiful property and stunning grounds. Our room was large, but a little disappointing for the price. There were also dead wasps all over our room. (not to mention a bug in my water glass in the restaurant later that night at dinner) Our dinner was pretty good, but instead of the beautiful, stately experience we were hoping for, the restaurant was in the basement and we were seated right next to the grill. It did not feel at all fancy...like, at, all. The food was very good (my husband highly recommends the haggis), so that helped. Was it worth the $898 CA(including dinner) that we paid? Sadly, no.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
John
Restaurant was amazing, room was clean, and the property was beautiful. Definitely grab a drink and walk around the property if the weather allows.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Wei
dining in the castle was a wonderful experience
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2026
JEFFREY
This property is a lovely restored manor house in a bucolic setting on the edge of Edinburgh. All were as expected and the level of service was very good. The food was very good, and service attentive and accurate. The front desk was accessible, accommodating and very helpful. The Bar was great fun.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
17 May 2026
Sarah
It was really hamming up its Scottishness. Fake suits of armour, shields on the wall, animal skulls everywhere. Just wasn’t classy. The food was ok. They had tried with the vegan option - gnocchi with fried mushrooms - but could have done with some veg and a sauce. They’d run out of Pinot Grigio Blush. However the only real complaint was the price over £300 for a night, and it really wasn’t worth that. The bathroom was much lower quality than I’d expect for that price. Chipped laminate bath panel, faded chrome, holes in the tiles that had been filled in.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Amy
Very clean room, incredible grounds you can walk around, castle restaurant was incredible. Staff were SO friendly. We felt right at home
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Mike
Lovely property and great location
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Steve
Staff was great, food was amazing. Only issue we had was that it was cold in our room
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Collin
The Melville Castle was a very enjoyable, relaxing stay. The food was excellent, we had breakfast both mornings and a very good dinner the one evening. The staff were friendly and helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
David
Beautiful location. Nice room - the shower head was a bit floppy though and bath plug I had to wedge some soap underneath to drain the bath. Great staff. Good breakfast (seemed a little small but I could probably have asked for two of everything with my Scottish breakfast.) Good parking.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
Laura
My adult daughter and I flew in from Los Angeles and were so happy the bar was still open when we arrived at 9pm. The castle is charming, beautiful and homey feeling. Not stodgy or hoity toity. The beds are SO comfortable! We slept like a rock! Took the bus into Edinburgh the next day. Pick up us right outside the long driveway. You can leave your car at the end of the driveway. We would definitely stay again!
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2026
Kim
Unique experience outside the city. Convenient to public transportation and location for those travelling without a car.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2026
Paige
We had such a wonderful time during our stay here! The staff was so accommodating and made sure everything was arranged for us that we needed. They really went above and beyond :)
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
01 May 2026
Kenneth
Beautiful location and enchanting historic castle. Staff were efficient and the dinner restaurant was very good - one of the best lamb meals I've ever had.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2026
Tim
Everything was absolutely fantastic. The rooms were wonderful, the staff was friendly and accommodating, the breakfast was delicious. Could not recommend staying here more.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Lindsey
Excellent experience, only wish we could have stayed longer! The staff was so welcoming, kind and helpful. The property was absolutely beautiful, and amenties were great (free cookies and hot chocolate in the room). The breakfast was delicious and filling. The hotel is also conveniently located close to Edinburgh, but felt tranquil and tucked away. Highly recommend!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Andrew
Rooms were nice and roomy could use a fan it was warm in our room
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Gregory
Lovely quiet property! So many trails and quiet spots on the exterior grounds plus so many fun art pieces to view on the interior.

Rooms were fantastic. Comfortable bedding with lots of room to enjoy life after one returns to the room for the evening.

On site restaurant has so many tasty items to choose from on the menu.

Free breakfast with the stay was a wonderful addition to start the morning as one can view the area outside large windows.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2026
Eric
Melville Castle was amazing lovely atmosphere for a relaxing weekend beautiful scenery and surrounding area .
Staff were excellent x
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Elizabeth
This castle was absolutely lovely. The staff were amazingly friendly and the rooms were very nice and welcoming. We walked the grounds and saw some nice views. I highly recommend the castle dining room. The food was amazing!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Kathleen
Beautiful location for our castle stay experience! Food was fabulous, staff professional and courteous and the grounds were lovely.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
David
We were looking for a castle stay in Britain as kind of a \"bucket list\" item. The Melville isn't exactly a \"castle,\" more of a retired/repurposed palace, but the overall experience was what we were looking for - suits of armor, antique paintings and so on. The restaurant is awesome! Great dishes and service! Staff was very helpful. Rooms mixed ancient decor with modern amenties like ample power outlets, modern bathroom, etc. Grounds have many paths for nature walks. Was a nice experience!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2026
Laurie
An unforgettable stay-truly five stars in every sense. Melville Castle is beyond beautiful; it’s an experience that’s hard to put into words. From the stunning surroundings to the atmosphere inside the castle, everything felt magical and steeped in history.

Every moment, both in and around the castle, felt special. It’s not just a place to stay-it’s something you feel. Absolutely exceptional.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2026
Bridget
Beautiful, clean, friendly, and great food!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2026
Phillip
best Scottish breakfast!!! Such a charming room we had with a sky window.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2026
George
Exceptionally clean and quality bathroom shampoo etc
Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
Kenneth
Amazing.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2026
linda
Fantastic decor in the rooms! The rooms are also clean and spacious! Friendly staff too. I really enjoy staying there :)
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
TAYLOR
i was pleasantly surprised. the room was very nice and even had usb plugs. The shower was nice and hot and the bed very comfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Jeanne
My daughter and I had the best time at Melville castle. We got the warmest welcome of our whole trip and the castle, grounds, and our room were all beautiful.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2026
Narinder
Thank you for a wonderful stay. Jamie at reception was super helpful when i had to make last minute changes and made me feel really welcome.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
EDGAR
Lovely, warm, and dramatic room in a stunning and secluded location.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Gareth
Easy check in and friendly staff
Business
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2026
Lori
The staff was super amazing.
The food was wonderful!
The room was outstanding!
I highly recommend the castle for anyone to stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Deborah
Loved the room decor and the cute little touches like the bow on the toilet paper and the towels folded like flowers. The grounds are gorgeous, the staff outstanding, and the building itself so beautiful.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
09 Jan 2026
Ibet
Clean room
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Krista
The room was lovely, the staff very nice.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Brittany
Melville Castle was such a highlight on our trip. The room was gorgeous, the bed was comfy, and shower was incredible. The entire castle was decorated for the holidays and it was so cozy and charming. We ate dinner in the restaurant and HIGHLY recommend. We will absolutely be back
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2025
natalie
Very nice hotel, but had no sleep what’s so ever with what I encountered in my room 106 to what I can say was the most scariest think I’ve ever encounted.

I believe if something is supposed to have been or people have had this same issue should be told to customers.

Not a very nice experience, some people will say I’m mad but what I seen, felt and encountered will stay with me for the rest of my life
Business
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Sophie
Wow. Our room was amazing. Staff friendly. Very clean.
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
simon
Amazing hotel spotlessly clean. I will stay again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2025
Trent
Staff was AMAZING! We stayed in the Castle Suite which is a gorgeous and spacious room. It has a huge bathtub! It also has a door that leads to the garden. The ponies were a beautiful site from our room. The grounds are spectacular.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2025
David
We booked as we were going to Musselburgh races. Loved the hotel; authentic, and unlike more polished alternatives elsewhere in Scotland. Great character and great to see local staff offering international tourists great service. We will definitely be back
Business_and_leisure
8/10
Excellent
05 Nov 2025
Simon
Building with character and history, beds were comfortable and rooms were clean
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
24 Oct 2025
Joshua
I don't think I'm the desired patron for this establishment. If you're a couple planning to do nothing but stay on property, it might be a great fit. But as a traveler who arrived by train, nothing was convenient about my stay. Lucas at the bar was wonderful. Rest of the staff were incredibly dismissive. Ended up checking out before sun up because I couldn't even get a cup of coffee. Kettle in my room had water, no clue from where or how long it had been there. But when I told staff they didn't even try to accommodate me. Just ignored me. Again probably great for some. Wasn't even passable for me.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
victor
Good size room, quality food, location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
QUINN
We enjoyed our stay. Our room was amazing. The grounds and the castle were exactly what you would expect. The food was great, both dinner and breakfast.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Eric
The castle and grounds were beautiful! The bar was fun and the bartender was excellent! Our room was well appointed and spacious.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Nichole
Melville castle provided an affordable. authenic castle experience. It was everything I had hoped it would be. It is the best place I have ever stayed at. All staff were very friendly & kind. Food was delicious. The highlight of my trip.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2025
john
Friendly staff, great food and atmosphere.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2025
Gabriela
No problem with getting a parking space, very friendly and helpful reception welcome, room was gorgeous, tastefully done and full of little personal touches. Nice and clean.
A big and very comfortable bed. We have stayed at a number of UK hotels (10+) this year and this is one of the few we are planning to return to.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Sep 2025
Hilary
I stayed in this hotel 20 years ago. Perhaps I hoped it would be the same… The staff was excellent and the food was as well. However, the room seemed a bit tired despite a recent renovation. Vinyl flooring in the bath was not in keeping with the architecture of the building for instance… the main rooms of the hotel were still as beautiful as I remember, but the grounds have been neglected. It’s a beautiful property and worth the stay if you’re in the area but not quite as grand as my last stay.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2025
Sandip
Clean quiet and convenient dining and bar option.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
betsy
Its a castle from the 13th century on extensive property. The rooms are quaintly historical feeling. Four poster beds, antingue-ish furniture. In general, a great medieval feel while still having modern amenities
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Carole
Patel was amazing Carly is beautiful and incredibly helpful. Loved thecentire experience
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Sep 2025
Mitchell
The rooms were large and tastefully decorated. It's a very quiet area and the staff was friendly and helpful. It's really a unique castle experience we really enjoyed.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2025
James
The visit fulfilled a life long dream to stay in a castle… it was beautiful as was the staff and service. Thank you
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2025
Sean
Awesome place. People are great
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
25 Aug 2025
Nichola
Nice hotel, room was clean, didn't like the material over the four poster bed and there were a lot off spiders, but it is an old castle, I didn't use the restaurant but it had good facilities and tea and coffee in room.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2025
Michelle
We loved walking around the grounds and down by the river. The trees were amazing. The room service was excellent. It was nice to have breakfast and dinner on site. Convenient location to visit Rosslyn and Edinburgh.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
17 Aug 2025
Cathy
Excellent food, great location and super staff. Accommodations- we booked 2 rooms. One was outstanding the other not so great. We were given an accessible room and if you needed an accessible room it would have been suitable but NoT for someone who does not need an accessible room. Not to be disrespectful but I was very uncomfortable in this room. Very disappointed and would hesitate recommending this hotel for that reason. Ceilings low, bathrooms very different and have to bend down to see in the mirror.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
Paula
Staying in a castle was on my bucket list! Melville was perfect…accommodations, staff, food…all excellent!!!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2025
Shashvat
Excellent stay, very friendly staff and very easy going system
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jul 2025
Angela
Curtains in the junior suite were ripped and rather tacky looking. There was a wasps nest outside the window cleaners left it open, several visitors got in, not the best start to my stay. The carpet looks filthy, beeds a shampoo. No offer of a tour of the castle. Advise a change to soft closing fire doors, this would prevent hearing every guest coming and going. Asian girl at breakfast tried to add paid for breakfast to my rooms saying she'd speak to management... please do its down on my printed itinerary. Beautiful building and surroundings interesting history. Customer service lacked somewhat and still waiting on a response to a simple question asked.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2025
Natalya
Beautiful hotel near Edinburgh
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Lisa
Beautiful place, wonderful food, great staff!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2025
MRS VM

Wonderful stay in stunning Scottish castle!

We really enjoyed our two night stay at Melville Castle.The castle is beautiful and well located for trips into Edinburgh,set in lovely countryside.It is very dog friendly,with a dog friendly area in both the restaurant and breakfast room.We stayed in the two bedroom suite which was perfect for a family stay with lots of space and very comfortable beds as well as being beautifully decorated.An extra bathroom or separate toilet would have made it even better.We would recommend highly!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
Amanda
On a beautiful, quiet, peaceful property that is great for walking.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2025
Michelle
We loved our stay at Melville Castle.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2025
Timothy
This was such a cool experience! The grounds were amazing and the room was perfect. You absolutely have to check this place out if you come to Edinburgh!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2025
Roger

Family stay from abroad

Beautiful location and large rooms. Very comfortable beds. The shower in my daughters room frequently went from full on to a trickle, making it difficult to get a shower in. The shower exhaust fan in my room didnt work at all. My son had no complaints on his room.

My daughter and her fiance loved the breakfast. The bar was welcoming and had friendly service. The restaurant, though a little overpriced for the serving size, served very delicious dinners.

Summer may be brutal without A/C, but it was for us in early spring. Winter, I'm sure, would be great there.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Neil

Fantastic hotel in the countryside

Excellent hotel , with lots of charm and character, outdoor seating was great in the gardens and bar is very comfortable and cosy. Restaurant was very nice and have yet to sample their afternoon tea. The staff were extremely professional and very helpful and i would highly recommend staying here
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2025
Lon Philip

Outstanding hotel

This hotel truly has a wow factor. Impressive from the moment you arrive. Michelle made the check in a delight. Perfect combination of professional and friendly. The room was incredible. It was a true castle experience. The house keeping staff added a level of excellence. Both dinner and breakfast were perfect. This is a property not to be missed.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2025
Jadea
We booked this location incredibly last minute as we needed a place to sleep, that was close to the airport, before an early morning flight. And it completely exceeded expectations. The moment we pulled up, I was ecstatic! IT’S A CASTLE! Honestly every little girls dream to sleep in a castle. Our room was adorable with a canopy bed and the decorations were so well done. I felt like I was in a dream.

While we were only there to sleep, I would absolutely recommend this hotel to anyone in the future because it’s such an incredible place.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2025
James
Lovely estate. Staff were very courteous and professional. Geared towards weddings and short visits. Too bad stream at property not being utilized for trout fishing. Could be a sportsman paradise.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Tina
Beautiful
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Apr 2025
Craig

Its a Castle!

Booked a 1 night stay here whilst working away. Nice big hotel as youd expect being a castle, plenty of parking & great views around the large grounds.
Room was spacious & comfy.
Only real downside for me was the food, i had haddock, chips & mushy peas. Haddock was small, the peas felt like they were tinned peas mashed with a fork. Portion size along with price & then to find out theyd also stuck a service charge on the bill make it hard to recomend eating here.
Overall id recomend a stay here, however id probably take a drive out & eat elsewhere.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2025
JENNA
Feels like stepping back in time staying here. It was lovely and quiet and the grounds are beautiful. Dinner was fantastic.. we had mussels and filet. Both were very good! The tub was huge which is my favorite. A nice retreat from the bustle of Edinburgh, relaxing and romantic. We want to come back.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2025
A

Amazing Amazing

The drive down was impressive and what a wow factor pulling up to the castle, the staff couldn't do enough for me. Fantastic
Business
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2025
Elyson
Lovely room, issue with shower was resolved quickly. Food overpriced
Business
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Marlene
Nice and quiet, great staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Darci
Our stay was beautiful! The castle is stunning, including the surrounding grounds. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a unique experience.

My only 2 caveats: there’s weak cell signal within the hotel (but there is WiFi) and the location is a bit out of the way if you’re mainly sightseeing in the city centre. Uber will be rude about coming out here; one tried to guilt us into tipping more, claiming we had put the wrong address into our app. We preferred to use the taxi service the hotel is partnered with; Derek was incredible. The prices are nearly the same but the manners are much better.
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
peter

Great place to stay

Lovely hotel , staff were brilliant and the room was amazing.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
Chukwuemeka
Fantastic deco and neat.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Paul

A++ Stay

Great stay! Welcoming staff and fantastic room.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2025
Stuart
Excellent property in a great location. Staff were welcoming and helpful
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Suzanne
The views from the room was amazing.
The only question I would ask why my room was more expensive for the second night? Room 301
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2025
Martin
The Castle
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2024
Rae Hui
Staff was great, property clean, big grounds for dog.
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Christina
Perfect spot it you don't want to stay in the city. Ubers and taxis into Edinburgh are easy to arrange.

Was upgraded to the Castle Suite and absolutely adored our stay. Highly recommend.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2024
Aroha

Perfect

Fantastic, can’t fault it
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2024
Mary
We have stayed here three times now and will certainly be back. It is ideal for travelling with our dog; the staff fuss him, he gets to be with us in the dog-friendly mini dining-room and got his own sausage at breakfast. We found the evening dining room in the basement a bit tricky with a spiral staircase so the staff set a table for us on the ground floor. Huge comfy bed and plenty space in the rooms.
Leisure Pet
8/10
Excellent
05 Nov 2024
Kimberly
It's a beautiful property in the country with public bus access if you are willing to walk a mile to the bus stop. I considered it good exercise and a beautiful walk if its not raining.
We had some issue with our room keys and had to have them reactivated every night when we returned from our excursions.
The breakfast is very good but I'm not a big breakfast eater. I thought it was included in our stay but its not. I wish I'd skipped it all together when i checked out and realized it was 15 pounds for a cup of tea and a fruit salad i had been opting for. If I'd have been ordering from their breakfast menu I'd have been ok with the charges.
Leisure Family

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Melville Castle Hotel
Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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