Edinburgh Holyrood HotelvsPilrig House
Both Macdonald Holyrood Hotel and Pilrig House are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Pilrig House. Macdonald Holyrood Hotel comes in at 83 with praise from 6 sources such as Star Service, Oyster and Time Out.
Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel
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
Oyster
Upscale
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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
Pilrig House
Pilrig House Close, Edinburgh EH6 5RF, Scotland
From $34/night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Time Out
"A selection of three recently refurbished apartments located within 17th-century Pilrig House, which is located in a park halfway between Leith and the city centre." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Wreathed in roses and surrounded by a lovely garden, with a private gate opening on to the green expanse of Pilrig Park, this is a place of quiet enchantment." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking a peaceful park, the house offers two luxurious self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens and private parking." Full review