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Edinburgh Holyrood HotelvsHotel Du Vin & Bistro
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel du Vin & Bistro scores significantly better than Macdonald Holyrood Hotel. Hotel du Vin & Bistro comes in at #6 in Edinburgh with accolades from 8 publications such as Star Service, Frommer's and Condé Nast Traveler.
Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel
Frommer's
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Fodor's
81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AU, Scotland
From $173/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "The Club Floor is geared toward luxury-minded guests: It has a dedicated elevator, butler service, lounge, and library, along with a champagne and canapé reception every night." Full review
Star Service "This modern, yet unpretentious hotel is similar in quality to the Carlton and bears an equally precious downtown locale although without the views of the castle-facing rooms in the Apex International." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is a 156-room upscale property just steps from Holyrood Park and a mile from Edinburgh Castle." Full review
Time Out "the Macdonald has always had a business feel. ... It's the exclusive Club Floor, with its upgraded rooms and views of Holyrood Park, that's the stand-out feature." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"With comfortable rooms (consider upgrading) and a spa, swimming pool and gym it’s definitely worth considering, especially for families or as part of a special deal." Full review
Jetsetter "Stylish stay in Edinburgh's quiet Old Town, with an award-winning restaurant and close proximity to the Royal Mile." Full review
Fodor's "Situated in Edinburgh's beautiful old town, this absolutely lovely hotel is just a few minutes walk away from the Scottish Parliament building and from the famous Royal Mile." Full review
Hotel Du Vin & Bistro
Michelin Guide Star Service Frommer's Oyster Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph Time Out
11 Bristo Place, Edinburgh EH1 1EZ , Scotland
From $100/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Boutique hotel featuring unique modern murals and dark wood, wine-themed bedrooms; located close to the Royal Mile."
Star Service "Located in a former asylum that was once the city's most feverish prison, this is one of those places that earns its respect from the dining function." Full review
Frommer's "This boutique chain revolving around, and reveling in, wine seems as inspired an idea today as it was when the first property opened in 1994." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"The Hotel du Vin& Bistro is an upscale boutique hotel occupying an 18th-century asylum in the center of Edinburgh, within walking distance of most the city's attractions." Full review
Fodor's "Leave it to one of the U.K.'s most forward-thinking chains to convert a Victorian-era asylum into this understated luxury property." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The bistro-centered Du Vin chain has built its hip reputation on bold remodelings of unlikely edifices." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Hotel du Vin group is known for its imaginative use of historically interesting buildings and this branch in the Old Town — close to the old Royal Infirmary and well-placed for exploring — is no exception." Full review
Time Out "Edinburgh joined the select posse of UK towns and cities with a Hotel du Vin in late 2008, and its sheer, well-executed reliability has made it a discreet hit ever since." Full review
