Norton House Hotel & Spa EdinburghvsMalmaison Edinburgh
Both Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh and Malmaison Hotel are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Malmaison Hotel scores significantly better than Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh. Malmaison Hotel ranks #5 in Edinburgh with praise from 10 sources such as Rough Guide, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Norton House Hotel & Spa Edinburgh
Ingliston, Edinburgh EH28 8LX, Scotland
From $197/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Oyster
Upscale
"A four-pearl Victorian country mansion, Norton House Hotel and Spa, built in 1843, sits on 55 acres of beautiful grounds that feature mature trees and pretty hanging baskets." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Driving down the long front avenue through fifty-odd impeccably landscaped acres, it is hard to believe there’s an airport only two miles away – the only clue is the soft growl of passing jets." Full review
Jetsetter
"A traditional spa retreat just outside the whimsical city of Edinburgh, with a three-course dinner option." Full review
Malmaison Edinburgh Show All Reviews
1 Tower Place, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7BZ, Scotland
From $82/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Michelin Guide
"Impressive former sea mens' mission, set on the quayside; the first of the Malmaison hotels."
Insight Guides
"A superb renovation of Leith's former Seamen's Mission building featuring art deco styling, four-poster beds and a first class restaurant and Parisian bistro."
Rough Guide
"Chic, modern hotel set in the grand old seamen’s hostel just back from the wharf-side."
Star Service
"Located a 15-minute drive from the center (a long half-hour walk), this hotel cuts a fashionable figure in the longshoreman's part of town." Full review
Frommer's
"It's a respectable part of the spruced-up waterfront, its brasserie and bar buzzing, with guests spilling out onto the cobbled street." Full review
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Opt for a room at the front that overlooks the port
Lonely Planet
"The stylish, award-winning Malmaison is housed in a 19th-century former Seaman's Mission in Leith."
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Be sure to ask for a superior room at the front of the hotel, for extra space and a view over the river.
Oyster
Upscale
"An upscale boutique property with 100 rooms, Malmaison Hotel Edinburgh is housed in a former house of ill repute (yes, a brothel)." Full review
Time Out
"The Leith hotel that kicked off a hospitality phenomenon." Full review
Fodor's
"Once a seamen's hostel, Edinburgh's link in the pioneering boutique hotel chain draws a refined clientele." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Works hard at promoting a sexy image, but is fun and comfortable too, with good-sized rooms, decent food and drink, friendly staff and even some token tartan to remind guests where they are." Full review