HOTELS The Witchery By The Castle - Historic, Gothic-Inspired Pleasure Palace

The Witchery By The Castle - Historic, Gothic-Inspired Pleasure Palace

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Edinburgh United Kingdom West Europe
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Hidden in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town lies The Witchery, located at the top of Scotland’s famous Royal Mile. The original, carved door lintel of this restored 16th-century tenement in Boswell's Court can just be made out with the motto, "O Lord in thee is all my traist, 1595." The original winding turret staircase remains as well; the building has had various uses, including that as a tea room, rectory to a nearby church, and a meeting room for the Church of Scotland.

Guests of this historic, gothic-inspired hotel can dine on Scottish seafood, beef, and lamb at The Witchery’s highly regarded and lavishly decorated dining room. The dining room is open daily for lunch, dinner, and “theatre supper.” James Thomson, the owner of The Witchery, is Scotland's best-known hotelier and was named "Restaurateur of the Year."

With just nine unique and theatrical inspired suites, guests will feel like royalty in this intimate space. Each room is individually named, from the Armoury and the Library to the Sempill and the Turret. Described by Cosmopolitan as "one of the seven wonders of the hotel world,” each room is completely unique, but all feature antiques, historic fittings, and roll-top baths for two.

Just steps away from the Scotch Whisky Museum and the Scottish Parliament, The Witchery provides the perfect location for a uniquely fun getaway. Families take note - children cannot be accommodated at The Witchery; this gem is for adults only!

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The Witchery by the Castle Sign and Fireworks
The Witchery by the Castle Edinburgh Building Facade
The Witchery Restaurant
The Witchery Restaurant Christmas Decoration
Secret Garden Restaurant Cherub Statue
Secret Garden Restaurant
The Witchery by the Castle Staircase
The Witchery by the Castle Guardroom Entrance
The Witchery by the Castle Guardroom Bed
The Witchery by the Castle Heriot Suite
The Witchery by the Castle Old Rectory Bathroom
The Witchery by the Castle Sempill Suite
The Witchery by the Castle Turret Sittingroom
The Witchery by the Castle Turret Bedroom
Royal Dog Couch Pillows
The Witchery by the Castle Turret Bathroom
The Witchery by the Castle Secret Garden

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352 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NF, United Kingdom


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