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Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh

55.950765, -3.176756
4 stars
81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AU United Kingdom ‎1-866-539-0036‎ | Welcome Rewards™

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    Overview of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh

    Location.
    Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, a family-friendly hotel, is within walking distance of Our Dynamic Earth, Arthur's Seat, and People's Story Museum. Also nearby are Omni Centre Edinburgh and Princes Mall.

    Hotel Features.
    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel has an indoor pool, a health club, and a steam room. Complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access is available in public areas. Business amenities at this 4-star property include a business center, small meeting rooms, and a meeting/conference room. This family-friendly hotel offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. The staff can provide tour/ticket assistance, wedding services, and event catering. Additional amenities include a sauna, a concierge desk, and multilingual staff. Guest parking is available on a limited first-come, first-served basis (surcharge). This is a smoke-free property.

    Guestrooms.
    The 156 air-conditioned guestrooms at Macdonald Holyrood Hotel include safes and complimentary newspapers. Guests can use the in-room complimentary wired high-speed Internet access. Televisions are equipped with cable channels. All accommodations provide desks and phones with voice mail. Bathrooms offer shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additional amenities include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. In addition, housekeeping is offered daily and amenities available on request include in-room massages.

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    4.3 out of 5 Excellent (200 reviews)
    (Neighborhood average 4.1)
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    Service was fine. Staff very professional and friendly.The hotel is located in a quiet neighborhood but the trek up to the main part of town is all... uphill - rather tiring for older people. The after dark appearance of the neighborhood is a little unsettling if you veer off of the Royal Mile. by a Hotels.com guest on 08/23/12

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    What you need to know

    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

    • Pets not allowed
    • Check-out time is: noon
    • Check-in time starts at: 2 PM

    Amenities

    • General
    • Air-conditioned public areas
    • Bar/lounge
    • Elevator/lift
    • Fireplace in lobby
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Number of buildings/towers - 1
    • Restaurant
    • Smoke-free property
    • Swimming pool - indoor
    • Total number of rooms - 156
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      • Luggage storage
      • One meeting/conference room
      • Parking limited (surcharge)
      • Tours/ticket assistance
      • Wireless Internet access - surcharge
      • Year Built 1998
    • Rooms (all rooms include)
    • Blackout drapes/curtains
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Cribs/infant beds available
    • Desk
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • Hair dryer
    • In-room massage available
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
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      • Air conditioning
      • Cable TV service
      • Climate control
      • Complimentary newspaper
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Free wired high-speed Internet
      • Phone
      • Private bathroom
      • Shower/tub combination
      • Slippers
      • Voice mail
    • Services
    • Laundry facilities
    • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
    • Multilingual staff
    • Parking (surcharge)
    • Porter/bellhop
    • Sauna
    • Secure parking
    • Steam room
    • Valet parking
    • Wedding services
    • View more services
      • Breakfast available (surcharge)
      • Concierge desk
      • Currency exchange
      • Express check-in
      • Express check-out
      • Health club
    • Business & Event
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Business center
    • Dry cleaning/laundry service
    • Event catering
    • Multiple large conference rooms
    • Multiple small meeting rooms
    • Accessibility Features**
    • Accessible bathroom
    • Accessible parking
    • Braille or raised signage
    • In-room accessibility

    **These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

    Dining

    Hot/cold buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning in the restaurant.
    Steak and Grill - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

    Recreation

    Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, a sauna, and a steam room.

    The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.


    • Aerobics nearby
    • Bicycle rentals nearby
    • Golf - driving range nearby
    • Golfing nearby
    • Golf lessons available nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Mountain biking nearby
    • Swimming on site

    Notification and fees

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.


    • Breakfast fee: GBP 15.00 per person (approximately)
    • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: GBP 10.00 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)

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

    Terms & conditions

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

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    • People's Story Museum - 200 yards
    • Scottish Parliament - 300 yards
    • Palace Holyroodhouse - 300 yards
    • Arthur's Seat - 500 yards
    • John Knox House - 600 yards
    • Museum of Childhood - 600 yards
    • Brass Rubbing Centre - 600 yards
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    • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 7.3 miles
    • Dundee Airport (DND) - 35 miles
    • Glasgow Intl. Airport (GLA) - 49 miles
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    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
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    "Edinburgh"

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      3.0
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      4.0
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    4.0 / 5
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    • Service
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    2 night family trip in Jun 2010
    A Traveller
    US

    The following English reviews were posted by Hotels.com guests from other countries

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night romance trip in May 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Great hotel, great service. Only problem was the wedding in room below our bedroom. Music very loud til 1am but staff very apologetic
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    Other trip
    May 16, 2013
    Rego
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great base for exploring Edinburgh"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Very nice hotel, just around the corner from the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Arthur's Seat, and a couple of minutes walk to the bottom of the Royal Mile. Staff were very helpful. Would recommend.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night family trip in May 2013
    MJ
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Wouldn't go back"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Dining room in need of reburishment, lighting bad throughout dining room and entrance hall. Breakfast special not available 3 days on the trot. Bottled water not provided in room on 2 days. Extractor fan in bathroom not working.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in May 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Friendly staff"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Excellent location for Dynamic Earth. Also easy to reach other areas from bus stop right outside. Staff friendly & knowledgable. Good food. Fabulous brûlée dessert!
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    4 night business trip in Apr 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Excellent location in a lovely part of Edinburgh but not to far from the centre
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Apr 2013
    Fletch
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Thepeople working the reception desk at your hotel were exceptionally good - friendly, accommodating, and most helpful with making suggestions and dinner reservations for us. We were quite impressed with a couple of them.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in Apr 2013
    MacDonald Group
    CA

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "very comfortable and friendly hotel"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    comfortable hotel with very pleasant staff
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip with friends in Apr 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "All-round excellence"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    The hotel is ideally sited for Edinburgh's central tourist attractions or business alike. Decor and furnishings exude comfort as soon as you enter. The welcome was immediate, knowledgeable and friendly - with subsequent recognition and acknowledgement. The room was generaously sized, well equipped, and immaculately clean. Just a shame they did not provide […] hot chocolate on the welcome tray. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Mar 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    1.0 / 5
    Poor
    "Awful"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      1.0
    Terrible food and service.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night business trip in Mar 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Superb hotel"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    From start to finish the service in this hotel was first class,staff were so happy to help they should be congratulated,the spa/gym area is superb,its in a great location ie: 5 mins from hustle and bustle but so quiet and relaxing at night
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Mar 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Disappointed no hot water in the morning not enough tables to cater for hotel guests for evening dinner or breakfast waiting list for both. At checkout not asked how we enjoyed our stay. We will think twice before staying again and will definitely not be recommending this hotel to family or friends
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Mar 2013
    Brodie
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "central location"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    staff couldn't have been more helpful. The room was lovely, but the windows didn't have much sound proofing. We didn't have time to try the spa, so we'll be back!
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night romance trip in Feb 2013
    euan
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Not really 4*, more 3*"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The hotel itself is fine, if slightly basic for a "4 star" hotel. The "double" bed was in fact 2 single beds pushed together (complete with an annoying small gap between them), a good pool. steam room and sauna although no jacuzzi. A 20 minute walk from the main tourist parts of Edinburgh (although nearer 30-40 minutes walk from the West End). The food […] was fairly awful, the breakfast being bad enough to see me having to complain to the manager. All in all, an ok hotel, nothing fancy and slightly lacking the shine you would expect from a genuine 4 star hotel, but it did a job. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    4 night romance trip in Feb 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Excellent location"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Really convenient location for the Waverly station with restaurant and bars close by. Exceelnt wi-fi and staff were very helpful. Will stay again and would use for leisure visits.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Jan 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great facilities for everyone"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    We had a wonderful stay at the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel. All the staff were incredibly helpful, the room was lovely and the facilities were excellent. We used the gym and pool every day and found it had a wide range of equipment to use. I thoroughly recommend having breakfast included as it was well worth the extra with a great buffet, the only thing […] I might say is that there could be more choice for hot breakfasts. We didn't dine in the restaurant for other meals because there wasn't very much choice for vegetarians. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Feb 19, 2013
    Lara
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Excellent Location, great service, nice room, very clean and comfortable.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Feb 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "An excellent hotel"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The hotel was very pleasant, from an impressive lobby to a lovely spacious room and bathroom. The pool and sauna and steam room were very relaxing. Breakfast was good except they didn't give us chance to eat our cereal before they brought the cooked order. Although you order hot food from the waitress it was obviously just being kept warm in the kitchens […] ready to serve. I would of prefered it either cooked to order giving one time to enjoy the cereals or a hot help yourself buffet.This though did not spoilt my stay and I would use this hotel again. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Feb 2013
    Philippa
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "A Reliable, Clean and Friendly Hotel"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The hotel is a short walk from the station (approx. 10 mins). We chose the hotel following a previous stay and having found MacDonald hotels reliable. The rooms are clean, well finished and sizeable. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful at every possible opportunity. Overall, a great stay again.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night romance trip in Feb 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great Location, great service"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    The room was of great quality. We had exceptional service from the concierge. Parking your car overnight is 20 GBP. Very clean. Easy walking distance to most sites. Would definitely stay at this hotel again.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip with friends in Feb 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great Place to Stay for the Weekend"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Received a warm welcome upon arrival. The hotel was clean and well suited to our needs. Nice, tidy, well equipped and comfy room. Great service from the concierge - checking in for return flights, advice on how best to travel to the airport, where to eat, etc..... Great breakfast, with pleasant and attentive retaurant staff. The loaction is ideal (only […] 100yds from the bottom end of the Royal Mile), making it a great base location for a weekend stay. Would we return? Absolutely Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Jan 2013
    Adrian & Dianne
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great location"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    This was our third stay at this hotel within the last 12 months. It was recommended to us by friends and we have not been disappointed. It is conveniently located at the end of the Royal Mile so while it is close to all the attractions it is a peaceful location after a busy day. The staff have always been helpful and friendly and the food excellent. […] The bus service in Edinburgh is excellent and there are main bus routes either side of the hotel. Unfortunately we cannot comment on the leisure facilities as we've always been too busy to use them. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 29, 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "lovely hotel"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    staff were friendly and helpful. The swimming pool area could have done with a face lift - although the pool itself was nice.The room was well kept. Breakfast was very nice. It was in walking distance to the Royal Mile but away from crowds so good location.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 23, 2013
    Maz
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "From north to south"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    A hotel that sits comfortably in Scotland's capital city, off the Royal Mile and below Arthur's Seat. Staff were pleasant and attentive - provided a room with disability aids, carried bags, found taxis - and chatted. Meals were promoted as being local / Scottish foods and tasted good, though they could be somewhat lacking in excitement! The heating […] in the bedroom was a bit of a mystery..... However, overall it was a pleasant stay and we would do it again and recommend it. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 22, 2013
    mary
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Excellent staff and location"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    My stay was for business and the wi-fi connection was brilliant, which made it easy to get work done and stay in touch with the work colleagues. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent! The Piano Bar was smaller that I expected and the lobby small too but very comfortable. The bed was hard but other than that the room was comfortable […] and of a high standard. The location is excellent for the Waverly Station and also had a few good bars/places to eat close by. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Jan 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Everything as it should be!"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Enjoyed my stay. Staff were very helpful. Spa facilities were excellent
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 19, 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Good nights stay"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    A clean well presented hotel
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Jan 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "One night in Edinburgh"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    My stay at the McDonald Holyrood Hotel was all that i could have asked for, I called the day before and asked if an early check in was possible, "no problem" was the reply which set the tone for the rest of our stay. I will certainly use this hotel again.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jan 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Expectations Exceeded"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Fabulous hotel within easy walking distance of The Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Located next to the Scottish Parliament it is close enough to walk to busy areas but far enough to remain quiet during the night. Very clean, with discreet but attentive staff this hotel is great for business or leisure. We had breakfast in our room which was delivered promptly […] and to the highest of standards. The room itself was spacious and well appointed. In short the next time I'm in Edinburgh I will be booking this hotel again. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip with friends in Jan 2013
    Paul
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Good price"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Room 428 air conditioning/heating not working. Provided with electric heater.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 14, 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "A quiet city oasis"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Comfortable and spacious room but very warm. The hotel was very, very quiet. Even though we stayed in January I imagine it would have a hushed atmosphere even when full.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 14, 2013
    Bubbles
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Good Hotel and Location"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Made to feel Welcome as soon as I arrived with staff having a smile and taking the time to chat to you
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 14, 2013
    A Traveller
    GB

    Macdonald Holyrood Hotel - Edinburgh
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Perfect romantic weekend break"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    The staff were wonderful. Shortbread in the room was delicious. Real treat to stay here :) Great location.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jan 4, 2013
    A Traveller
    GB
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