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Melville Castle Hotel

4.5(1,041)
Hotel

About

Melville Castle Hotel blends Scottish grandeur with a modern touch in a 1791 Playfair-designed castle just outside Edinburgh. Its 33 unique rooms, many with four-poster beds, offer a peaceful retreat framed by expansive lawns, forest trails, and historic curiosities.

The venue’s eclectic Library Bar and refined dining spaces provide a distinctive setting for business gatherings. With easy access to the city and tranquil grounds to explore, Melville Castle balances regal charm with practical hospitality for memorable corporate events and overnight stays.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with historic charm
  • Client dinners in unique castle settings
  • Multi-night group stays near Edinburgh

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & History
1791 Playfair-designed Scottish castle
An imposing castle hotel originally designed by Playfair in 1791, blending Scottish grandeur with original historic touches and connections to Mary Queen of Scots.
Grounds & Setting
Enchanted grounds with trails, sculptures, and wildlife
Expansive lawns with sculptures, a river, walking trails, and sightings of Shetland ponies and birds create a tranquil countryside feel just outside Edinburgh.
Unique Rooms
33 individually styled bedrooms and suites
Each room is unique and dramatically revamped, many featuring four-poster beds and views over the castle’s grounds, offering a regal yet cozy stay.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 1,041 reviews