Pilrig HousevsPrestonfield
Both Pilrig House and Prestonfield are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Prestonfield scores significantly better than Pilrig House. Prestonfield comes in at 90 with approval from 10 sources like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
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
Prestonfield Show All Reviews
Priestfield Road, Edinburgh EH16 5UT, Scotland
From $502/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"One of the most romantic hotels around... Excellent service."
Concierge
"As far from minimal as you can possibly imagine, this restored Jacobean mansion is extravagantly rococo."
Rough Guide
"Its extravagant baroque makeover has helped make it one of Edinburgh’s most lavish and over-the-top places to stay."
Star Service
"Though situated in a country club setting 2.5 kilometers south of Edinburgh center, this property is no conservative bastion dedicated to recreational pursuit." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 18-room luxury Prestonfield House is an opulent boutique hotel on a historic, 20-acre country estate in southeast Edinburgh." Full review
Time Out
"A hotel experience guests will be talking about years later." Full review
Fodor's
"Inside this 1687 mansion, baroque opulence reigns in the well-restored public rooms." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Hidden in lush grounds a short drive from the city centre this is the swankiest, most swoon-some country house hotel imaginable." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A 17th-century mansion set in 8 hectares of parkland (complete with peacocks and Highland cattle), Prestonfield is draped in damask and packed with antiques." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
6.0
"The Prestonfield is housed in a 17th-century baroque-style mansion situated among manicured gardens at the base of Arthur's Seat, creating the illusion that you're vacationing in the countryside " Full review