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The Scotsman HotelvsPrestonfield
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Prestonfield ranks marginally better than The Scotsman Hotel. Prestonfield comes in at #3 in Edinburgh with endorsements from 10 publications like Fodor's, Star Service and Concierge.
The Scotsman Hotel
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Oyster
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20 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1YT, Scotland
From $158/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide "Characterful Victorian hotel... Lovely period guest areas."
Concierge "This grandiose 19th-century pile has a distinctive feel to it... the Cowshed Spa has five treatment rooms as well as a relaxation room."
Fodor's "A magnificent turn-of-the-20th-century building, with a marble staircase and a fascinating history... now houses this modern, luxurious hotel." Full review
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For peace and quiet, ask for an upper-story room with a view.
Lonely Planet "The former offices of the Scotsman newspaper – opened in 1904 and hailed as ‘the most magnificent newspaper building in the world’ – are now home to this luxury hotel. Rooms on the..."
OysterUpscale
"The Scotsman is an upscale historic boutique located right off the Royal Mile, in the heart of the Old Town." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Rising dramatically over North Bridge, the turreted sandstone façade of the Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905 to house the baronial offices of the Scotsman newspaper." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This stylish hotel is housed in the converted former offices of The Scotsman newspaper, and offers great views of the city."
Rough Guide "The plush but unstuffy new occupant of the grand old offices of the Scotsman newspaper is one of Edinburgh’s headline hotels."
Star Service "Once the home of Scotland's still-famous daily newspaper...this intriguing boutique-hotel offers excellent personal service, superlative, amenity-filled guest rooms and varied dining." Full review
Time Out "No better place in Edinburgh to have a bath in a turret." Full review
Prestonfield Michelin Guide Concierge Rough Guide Star Service Oyster Time Out Fodor's
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
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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
OysterLuxury
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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 Report6.0
"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
