The Melville Inn by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
8.8 (5263 reviews)
The Melville Inn, , Dalkeith , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Spacious rooms
Good location
Cons:
Noise issues
Distance from city center

Categories

Cleanliness
8.36
Many reviews praised the cleanliness, but some mentioned issues like noise and functionality affecting comfort.
Service
9.33
Consistently positive remarks about the friendly and helpful staff throughout various reviews.
Location
8.37
Reviewed as convenient for Edinburgh but with noted distance concerns.
Room Quality
8.82
Positive comments about spaciousness and comfort of rooms.
Amenities
8.85
Amenities mentioned positively, though some minor issues with air conditioning and views.
Value for Money
8.81
General sentiment suggests good value for price, despite some complaints about breakfast costs.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Many reviews appreciated the restaurant offerings and quality of food.
Overall Experience
9.03
Most reviewers had a great overall experience and recommended the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 23:20

Property Description

Connected Pub and Restaurant
The Melville Inn by Innkeeper's Collection offers a unique experience with its connected pub and restaurant, providing guests with convenience and a variety of dining options. Indulge in seasonal British dishes and a selection of beverages in a cozy setting.

Comfortable and Tech-Savvy Rooms
Each air-conditioned room at The Melville Inn features modern amenities such as smart TVs with Chromecast, ensuring entertainment at your fingertips. The en-suite bathrooms with showers add to the comfort of your stay.

Scenic Surroundings and Nearby Attractions
Surrounded by picturesque countryside, guests can explore the area through walks and cycling. For those seeking adventure, golf and visits to nearby attractions like Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World and Dalkeith Palace are easily accessible.

Book your stay at The Melville Inn for a memorable experience in Edinburgh's charming outskirts.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 5263 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.36
Service: 9.33
Location: 8.37
Room Quality: 8.82
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.81
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 9.03
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Judi solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great room. Clean. Comfortable bed. Good shower. Slept very well.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Maria family_with_children es
6
Pros:

la tranquilidad del sitio

Cons:

El ruido del aire de la habitación y que no se puedieran abrir las ventanas

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Emma solo_traveller nz
9
Pros:

Close restaurant and plenty of parking

Cons:

It was slightly out of town but still a quick drive into the city centre

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Katie couple gb
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Monika couple at
8
Gut gelegene ruhige Unterkunft
Pros:

Geräumiges Zimmer, ruhige Umgebung. Restaurant direkt nebenan.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Andreas solo_traveller de
9
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Anita solo_traveller nl
8
Prima verblijf
Pros:

De kamer was schoon en ruim, personeel heel erg vriendelijk en het ontbijt erg goed verzorgd. De bus naar Edinburgh stopt op 300 meter lopen van de ingang.

Cons:

Een zeer kleine wasbak in de badkamer vond ik heel onpraktisch. Daarnaast miste ik de mogelijkheid om een raam open te kunnen doen. De kamer werd daardoor wat muf.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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susana family_with_children es
10
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Christian couple de
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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GIULIA solo_traveller it
7
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Nouf couple sa
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Elvis extended_group it
7
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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DAVID couple gb
9
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Prassas solo_traveller gr
8
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Ahya Hernandez Cruz solo_traveller gb
10
Great place - will definitely come back again!
Pros:

My husband and I spent the night here as a stop for another destination. And because it was in close proximity and had free parking spaces, we opted to stay. Initially booked it as a standard stopover, but we ended up being suprised and thoroughly pleased with our stay.
Such a wonderful gem of a place!

First off, we liked that there were options ro check in remotely, and online because we were travelling straight from work. Second, along with the ease of remote check-in, we had the opportunity to notify the property of our ETA online too, taking into consideration traffic and road works that we passed along the way. These have been lifesavers for us!

When we got to the property, there were plenty of parking spaces and despite the late check-in (about 11pm), we were greeted by the receptionist warmly and was very accommodating and helpful (- this was such a nice relief coming from a long day at work followed by an almost 3- hour drive!).

During our stay, we were assigned room 19.
It was spacious, and impeccably clean all throughout.
The bed was comfortable, airconditioning super amazing (best sleep ever), and the bathroom was spotless.
Like usual hotel rooms, it had most of the amenities expected: coffee/tea station, clothes rack and hangers, hair dryer, television, desk, armchair and toiletries.
It was beautifully and contemporarily designed, making our short overnight stay absolutely comfortable.

Breakfast was served in the pub to the side of the property, and it had a quaint and cosy vibe. We were greeted by friendly staff that ushered us to our table and explained the mechanics of their breakfast system.
The drinks station was completely self-serve, so you could help yourself to as much coffee, tea, and juice.
They handed us menu cards with breakfast staples to choose from that were freshly made to order.

My husband and I both chose the full english, and it was delicious!

Shame that we only had to stay overnight, because we had a really comfortable...

Cons:

My only suggestion is perhaps there could be options for firmer pillows either to be requested, or made available inside the room. The pillows provided were of great quality, but I found them too soft for my liking.
Otherwise everything was perfect!

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Gillian solo_traveller gb
10
Midlands trio
Pros:

Excellent location to catch bus into Edinburgh.
Lovely pub next door with Excellent food.
Hotel was very clean and rooms was nice

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Ilaria couple it
8
Pros:

Camera pulita e persona gentilissimo, inoltre il ristorante dell’hotel era davvero buono. Lo consiglio!

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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belenalvanez solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

Nos gustó todo: el personal fue muy amable, la habitación grande con una cama muy cómoda y el baño limpio y estupendo. Aunque estuviera en las afueras, en seguida por prácticamente una libra llegabas al centro de Edimburgo en 40-50 minutos. Buen precio comparado con los hoteles del centro. Además podías desayunar/cenar en la taberna de al lado por un precio adicional. Si vuelvo a Edimburgo me volvería a alojar aquí!!

Cons:

Nada, todo fue estupendo

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Elton Kerr couple us
9
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Gareth solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-24 via Nuitee