Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique stay in a historic castle
Excellent food and beverage options
Cons:
Remote location
Minor issues with cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Rooms were clean and cozy, but some minor maintenance issues noted.
Service
9.08
Staff were excellent and very friendly, providing great service throughout the stay.
Location
8.12
Remote location with beautiful surroundings but challenges in transportation options.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms were well-maintained and comfortable, fitting the castle experience.
Amenities
8.6
Some amenities were out of order, but improvements are being made.
Value for Money
8.56
Good value considering the unique experience of staying in a castle.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Breakfast and dining experiences praised for deliciousness but some portion sizes were small.
Overall Experience
8.68
A unique and memorable experience, despite some minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 11:39

Property Description

Luxurious Spa Services
Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the full-service spa. Relax in the spa tub and sauna for the ultimate pampering experience.

Fine Dining and Drinks
Savor local cuisine at Dungeon Restaurant or enjoy room service. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Wake up to a complimentary English breakfast each morning.

Convenient Amenities
Benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and wedding services. With 35 well-equipped guestrooms, featuring modern amenities and daily housekeeping, your stay is sure to be comfortable.

Book your stay at Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa now to experience luxury and relaxation in the Scottish countryside.

Important information:

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 117 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.08
Location: 8.12
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Louis • partner
10
Pros:

The dinner in the dungeon was a waste of money and time. Was a tasting and it was terrible and overpriced. Stick to there other restaurant and understand this was eich people mess?

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • partner
4
Pros:

Room was very dated and bathroom was cracked tiles and felt dirty. Castle is stunning outside and maybe going through renovations. Staff were good.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Julia • friends
10
Pros:

Loved staying at this castle, so cute and a fun experience. The breakfast was delicious and the bar had great cocktails and friendly staff. The rooms were clean and cozy. Would definitely recommend staying here.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Toni
6
Pros:

paid to stay in a castle, but ended up in an auxiliary building 5 min walk away from the castle to carry suitcases down 3 flights. They helped us take it up the first time. and the Staff was excellent. I was just disappointed and wanted to stay in a castle room.

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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William • partner
8
Pros:

Castle

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family
8
Pros:

Wait staff very friendly a few others weren’t the most friendly not rude just not the most friendly.
Clean rooms
Going though renovations which are going to look great when complete

2025-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Bradley • family
10
Pros:

Amazing opportunity to stay in a real castle with such a rich history. The staff, especially Jon, were outstanding. Everyone was so accommodating. It seems like they have been making constant improvements to the property. The spa closes early (6p) and several amenities in the spa were out of order. Be aware that the archery and falconry, although on the property, are run by a separate company, closes at 5p, and requires a reservation. The remote location is beautiful and quiet, but be aware that getting a rideshare car is nearly impossible. The taxi company they use is very reasonable, but getting back to Dalhousie from Rosslyn Chapel was nearly $50 (I think due to the remote location). Great event for small parties/weddings. The dungeon dinner was fantastic, but be aware there is only one option (chef’s 7-course) that was $125 per person with no separate option for kids (more expansive, cheaper options at the other on-site restaurant, the Orangery). The complimentary breakfast was also delicious, made to order + continental. If we ever come back to Scotland, I’d come again despite checking staying in a castle off my bucket list.

2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Carla
10
Pros:

Was fun to dine in the Dungeon, and see the armour, shields and swords

2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
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David • partner
10
Pros:

Excellent staff, delicious food, beautiful surroundings inside and out. We look forward to the completion of the renovations.

2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Janette • family
10
Pros:

Wanted to experience a spooky castle and have dinner in the dungeon.

2025-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • partner
10
Pros:

It was a beautiful place to stay.

2025-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • partner
8
Pros:

My husband wanted to sleep in a castle, well he did!

Given the age (over 800 years), it is well maintained. The castle itself and the grounds are just beautiful. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Things to keep in mind:
- it's about 35 minutes from downtown Edinburgh, you can Uber to get to the hotel but have to take a taxi (which cost more) to leave the hotel.
- the toilets don't have a very strong flush (lol).
- wifi is not good, so make sure you have a good roaming plan; download some movies to watch in the evenings. OR for those that drink, there is a lovely bar and a beautiful library for the book lovers.
- I enjoyed their meals but the portions are small.

If you want to experience sleeping in a castle, I highly recommend Dalhousie! It was a lovely stay.

2025-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Pros:

Staff were so friendly and helpful. Castle grounds were nice. Castle itself was nice as well. There is currently scaffolding covering one side. There was a wedding there so we couldn't go into the library cuz it was reserved for them.

2025-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Britt • partner
10
Pros:

Quiet property with great amendments. Close enough to go into the city if desired.

2025-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
6
Scary experience
Pros:

We arrived at 11pm and were told we booked a room in Castle Rock not the main Castle. Finding Castle Rock in the dark with no signs or street lights was a nightmare. When we managed to find Castle Rock, it looked like a deserted house from a horror movie. Pitch black with no lights on anywhere. We eventually came back to the main castle and decided to upgrade to stay in the Castle, there was no one at the front desk, we used the walkie-talkie at the front desk, still nothing. After almost 15mins, someone came to the front desk.

It’s one of the worst experiences had.

2025-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Sarah
10
Pros:

Such a neat place to stay. Close to town but secluded and peaceful. Rooms make it feel so authentic

2025-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Jody
10
Pros:

Great staff!!!!

2025-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Alice
10
Pros:

Beautiful wedding venue and staff was fantastic!!

2025-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Aryn • partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful and well maintained property, with a wonderful staff

2025-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Dustin • partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful, but definitely not accessible. Not a problem for us, thankfully, and we had a wondeful time (and got a good workout going up and down all those stairs)

2025-03-31 • via Nuitee