The Rutland HotelvsSheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa scores slightly better than The Rutland Hotel. Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa comes in at #14 in Edinburgh with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Frommer's, Oyster and Michelin Guide.
The Rutland Hotel
1 - 3 Rutland Street, Edinburgh EH1 2AE, Scotland
From $113/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Boutique hotel with commanding position at top of Princes Street."
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Ask for a room with a castle view.
Concierge
"The property was updated in 2008, which added glamour to the 12 individually decorated guest rooms with extravagant colors and baroque design."
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Party people can choose between the ground-floor cocktail bar or a booth in the One Below lounge club in the basement.
Time Out
"The Rutland offers lavish decor and a modish experience that may once have seemed too ostentatious... but now feels quite at home." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The hotel is quiet (it has heavy soundproofing), stylish, and in a convenient location for visiting the city." Full review
Fodor's
"Nominated for several style awards, the design is chic without being intimidating." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"It’s perfect for couples looking for a stylish, relaxing break but not too edgy for comfort." Full review
Independent
"The joy is in the details at this centrally located mash-up of the baroque and the modern"
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
1 Festival Square, Edinburgh EH3 9SR, Scotland
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Spacious, modern hotel which has undergone a top-to-toe refurbishment."
Star Service
"This hotel lacks the historical ambience of the Caledonian (now part of Waldorf-Astoria) and instead takes a more contemporary stance with more international than local flavor." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"While it doesn't look like much from the outside, the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is a seriously upscale hotel with some outstanding facilities." Full review
Time Out
"Good rooms, good food, brilliant spa." Full review
Gayot
"Business travelers take note: The Sheraton's location, directly across from Edinburgh's top-notch conference center (EICC) makes it the best hotel for those on the go."
The Telegraph
9.0
"Although predominantly aimed at business travellers, the location, range of rooms and services, luxurious spa and well-regarded restaurant make it the perfect choice for travellers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
10.0
"Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh sits in the shadow of the famous Edinburgh Castle and charms guests with its castle views." Full review
Frommer's
"The staff are as slick and professional as you'd expect in the Sheraton's UK flagship." Full review
Independent
"The Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa is worth coming to for its outdoor hydropool alone, which boldly strides across the rooftop"