The Witchery by the Castle

Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom (167 m from centre)
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The Witchery by the Castle offers luxurious suites in Edinburgh, each one boasting its own distinct character. Lavish furnishings feature gothic accents, including large oak beds and 4-posters, velvet-lined walls, and vibrant red and gold décor that exudes opulence. Each suite has a separate seating area and spacious bathroom with a free-standing silver bath. With nine unique suites to choose from, guests can expect walk-in dressing rooms, plush love seats, and rich tapestries throughout. Some rooms offer breathtaking views of Edinburgh's Royal Mile or the old town. A decadent breakfast hamper is served in-room each morning, or guests can opt for a cooked breakfast at no extra charge in the restaurant. The Witchery has garnered attention from esteemed publications like The Times, The Telegraph, and Condé Nast Traveller, and has welcomed many celebrity fans to its suites. The impressive restaurant serves fine Scottish cuisine in equally lavish surroundings.
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Room type Guests
Deluxe Suite - Old Rectory
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
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.
Deluxe Suite - Inner Sanctum
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Situated 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.
Deluxe Suite - Sempill
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
A velvet-draped four-poster bed is featured in this elegant large suite with separate sitting room and panelled dining hall.
Deluxe Suite - Turret
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
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.
Deluxe Suite - Heriot
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
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.
Deluxe Suite - Library
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Situated on the first floor, this Gothic library-styled suite boasts 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.
Deluxe Suite - Vestry
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Situated on the second floor, this suite overlooks the Royal Mile and it boasts a draped bed, French gilded furniture, ecclesiastical vestments, and a marbled-floored bathroom with a large roll-top bath and shower.
Deluxe Suite - Guardroom
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
With views across Old Town rooftops, this romantic four-poster bedroom boasts a separate sitting room, a dining hall and an oak-panelled bathroom with roll-top bath.
Deluxe Suite - Armoury
Room description
Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
A dining hall, a romantic four-poster bedroom, a separate sitting room, and an oak-panelled bathroom with a roll-top bath are featured in this elegant suite.

Area Info - The Witchery by the Castle

Closest landmarks
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience 0 km
  • Royal Mile 0.1 km
  • Armstrong's 0.1 km
  • Gladstones Land 0.1 km
  • Gladstone's Land 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Military Tattoo 0.2 km
  • Central Library 0.2 km
  • Scottish National Gallery 0.2 km
  • National Library of Scotland 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle 0.3 km
Most popular landmarks
  • Edinburgh Waverley station 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Festival Theatre 0.7 km
  • University of Edinburgh 0.7 km
  • Omni Centre 1 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse 1.2 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium 2.9 km
  • Edinburgh Zoo 4.6 km
  • Dalhousie Castle 12.1 km
  • Forth Bridge 14.1 km
  • Hopetoun House 17.4 km
Restaurants and markets
  • The rooftop Tower Restaurant Restaurant 0.3 km
Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport 10.5 km
  • Glasgow Airport 77.5 km

Facilities - The Witchery by the Castle

General WiFi available in all areas
Services Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Food & Drink Restaurant, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room
Reception services 24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box
Common areas Terrace
Cleaning services Daily housekeeping
Business facilities Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

House Rules - The Witchery by the Castle

Check-in 14:30
Check-out 11:30
Internet WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking No parking available.
Pets Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy Children are not allowed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.
Cards accepted at this property

*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.

Reviews - The Witchery by the Castle

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9.2 Based on 143 reviews

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9.2

Price quality

8.3

Cleanliness

9.3

9.2

Staff

9.5

Comfort

9.4

Location

9.7

Frequently Asked Questions: The Witchery by the Castle

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What popular attractions are nearby hotel The Witchery by the Castle?
The closest attractions are Edinburgh Waverley station (0.5 km), Edinburgh Festival Theatre (0.7 km) and University of Edinburgh (0.7 km)
What are the check-in and check-out times at hotel The Witchery by the Castle?
Check-in at hotel The Witchery by the Castle is possible from 14:30, check-out is until 11:30.
Does The Witchery by the Castle have parking?
There is no parking available at The Witchery by the Castle.
Are hotel The Witchery by the Castle cleaning services available?
Yes, guests have access to cleaning services, for more information you can find on the hotel’s page.
How far is the The Witchery by the Castle from the nearest airport?
The Witchery by the Castle is 10.5 km away from the nearest airport (Edinburgh Airport).
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