The Witchery by the Castle

5 stars
Castlehill, 352, Edinburgh, EH1 2NF, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
9.4
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based on 409 reviews
409 reviews
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Wed 12/11
1 room, 2 guests
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Deluxe room
£552
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Overview

Located within walking distance of Edinburgh Bus Station, The Witchery by the Castle provides guests with a convenient base when in Edinburgh. It is moments from Edinburgh Castle, eateries and nightlife options.

A concierge and a wake-up service are just some of the available services at the hotel. Honeymoon suites are on offer for those looking for some added luxury.

The Witchery by the Castle offers themed rooms equipped with a hair dryer, plus all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

After settling in to their room, guests can explore the area with use of Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, which is a brief walk from the hotel. It is ideally situated for exploring the local area, with Royal Mile and St Giles Cathedral within a five-minute walk.

9.4
Wonderful rating
Based on 409 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Witchery by the Castle

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Reviews of The Witchery by the Castle

9.4
Wonderful
409 verified ratings
Wonderful
323
Very good
35
Good
25
Okay
9
Fair
8
Mediocre
1
Poor
8

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests enjoyed the unique charm and atmosphere of the hotel, highlighting the exceptional service provided by the staff. Many appreciated the location and cleanliness of the rooms, making their stay memorable. However, some guests mentioned issues with room temperature and limited dining options.
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Location

Castlehill, 352, Edinburgh, EH1 2NF

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket203 yd
  • Edinburgh Castle243 yd
  • Princes Street Gardens311 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral333 yd
  • Princes Street384 yd
  • National Museum of Scotland0.3 mi
  • The Royal Mile0.4 mi
  • University of Edinburgh0.4 mi
  • St. Andrew Square0.4 mi
  • Edinburgh City Centre0.5 mi
  • Calton Hill0.7 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building0.8 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:30, check out anytime before 11:30

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Essential information about The Witchery by the Castle

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£905
£1,175
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 25% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Witchery by the Castle

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Witchery by the Castle, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Witchery by the Castle, plan to stay on a Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Witchery by the Castle was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £705, while the most expensive was £705.
  • How long should you stay at The Witchery by the Castle? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Witchery by the Castle

  • What makes this hotel a desirable place to stay in Edinburgh?

    The Witchery by The Castle really is a fascinating and unique place to stay in Edinburgh, right in front of the famous Edinburgh Castle. It’s virtually unrivalled for its decor and atmosphere, which is an imaginatively detailed and classy rendition of 16th-century Gothic indulgence, soaked in authentic Scottish history. It’s home to one of the most famous eateries in Scotland, too. The hotel has a selection of theatrically themed suites for you to choose from, each as desirable as the next. A stay at this hotel promises to be a particularly memorable experience every time you come back – which you’ll definitely want to do.

  • Which room at The Witchery by The Castle should I choose for the optimal experience of the hotel?

    You can spoil yourself a little without stretching your budget by booking a stay in The Guardroom. It's a special experience without being one of the most expensive rooms in the hotel. This room has rooftop views across the old town district of Edinburgh and beyond to The Lomond Hills, with a dramatic four-poster bed and an oak-panelled bathroom. You’ll have a separate dining area and seating room, too, with adjustable mood lighting and a quaint stone turnpike stairway leading up to the room from the ground floor.

  • Why should I eat at the hotel’s restaurant?

    It’s actually something of a toss-up between whether The Witchery by The Castle is a hotel with a famous restaurant attached to it or whether it’s Scotland’s most famous restaurant that also offers hotel accommodation. One thing is for sure though, you should certainly sample the fare at the hotel’s restaurant, which shares its name. It serves a wide variety of traditional Scottish dishes and is particularly famed for its Angus beef steaks. The entire menu is a celebration of Scotland’s culinary history, using only fresh local produce.

  • What wedding and honeymoon experiences does the hotel offer?

    This is a hotel that also specialises in weddings and particularly honeymoons. It has a variety of discrete areas tucked away that make perfect places to tie the knot, like The Secret Garden, which has a private terrace. The Heriot Suite is tailor made for a honeymoon or a romantic getaway. It too has a grand ornate four-poster bed with gold embroidered velvet drapes, a lounge and a hidden Gothic bathroom with a secret entrance, which has a free-standing roll-top bath. The authentic centuries-old wood panelling is complemented by tapestries on the walls, and you’ll have a breakfast hamper delivered every morning. It’s all part of the ceremony and tongue-in-cheek melodrama that has made this hotel so famous and popular.

  • What is the most convenient way to get to or from the airport?

    This hotel is only about 7-8 miles from Edinburgh Airport (EDI), along the A8 motorway. This will usually take you under 20min to drive if you have a car with you. Otherwise, you can take the T50 tram, which will get you to the hotel from the airport generally in under 40min. Another option is to catch a Line 100 bus, which will take roughly the same time as the train.

  • Where is The Witchery by the Castle located?

    The Witchery by the Castle is located at Castlehill, 352 in Old Town, 0.2 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Grassmarket is the closest landmark to The Witchery by the Castle.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Witchery by the Castle?

    Check-in time is 14:30 and check-out time is 11:30 at The Witchery by the Castle.

  • Does The Witchery by the Castle offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Witchery by the Castle offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Witchery by the Castle from the airport?

    The Witchery by the Castle is 6.8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Witchery by the Castle is 35.4 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Witchery by the Castle hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Witchery by the Castle in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Witchery by the Castle and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Witchery by the Castle.

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8.5
0.2 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
6.8 mi

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