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Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Bonnyrigg with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Experience the charm of Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa, an upscale hotel near Rosslyn Chapel. Relax in the garden or on the terrace and enjoy local cuisine at one of two restaurants. With free English breakfast, a library, and helpful staff that guests rave about, this castle hotel offers comfort and tranquility.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary
The full-service spa offers body scrubs, wraps, and facials for total rejuvenation. A sauna, hot tub, and tranquil garden create a haven of serenity.
Dine on culinary delights
Savor local and Modern European cuisine at 2 restaurants. A bar adds to the dining experience, and guests wake up to free English breakfast.
Work and wellness mix
This hotel blends business efficiency with spa luxury. Meeting rooms and in-room desks complement the sauna, hot tub, and massage services.

Room options

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Themed Four Poster | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Themed Four Poster

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Lodge Double | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Double

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
B704, Bonnyrigg, Scotland, EH19 3JB

What's nearby

  • Dalhousie Castle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rosslyn Chapel - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 20 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 22 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 23 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 19 min drive
  • Eskbank Station - 5 min drive
  • Gorebridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Newtongrange Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dean Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coronation Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Fresco - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa

When you stay at Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of Edinburgh. Guests can indulge in massages, body wraps, or facials, and Dungeon Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves local cuisine. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding, but may not be eligible for free breakfast
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Archery

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1280
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

Dungeon Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine.
The Orangery - This restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves light fare only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 6 2026 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from March 5 2025 to October 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 45.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Castle Dalhousie
Dalhousie Castle Bonnyrigg
Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Dalhousie Castle Hotel Bonnyrigg
Hotel Dalhousie Castle
Dalhousie Castle Scotland/Bonnyrigg
Dalhousie Castle Hotel Spa
Dalhousie & Spa Bonnyrigg
Dalhousie Castle Hotel Spa
Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa Hotel
Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa Bonnyrigg
Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa Hotel Bonnyrigg

Frequently asked questions

Is Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa currently open?

This property is closed from January 6 2026 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy amenities like spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring local cuisine.

What's the area around Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa like?

Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa is located a short 1-minute walk from Dalhousie Castle.

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Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, wonderful, and made to order. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Dalhousie Castle - Beautiful Stay

A beautiful place to stay. Service from check in to check out was great, parking was convenient, and the room was clean. We had dinner in the "dungeon" with the pre-set tasting menu and it was extraordinary. We di did not utilize the spa area so I can't comment on those services. We would definitly stay here again.
Randy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were so friendly and helpful. Castle grounds were nice. Castle itself was nice as well. There is currently scaffolding covering one side. There was a wedding there so we couldn't go into the library cuz it was reserved for them.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

This castle is amazing, the staff is wonderful and the rrooms are huge and very comfortable.
Jamie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

My husband wanted to sleep in a castle, well he did! Given the age (over 800 years), it is well maintained. The castle itself and the grounds are just beautiful. Very friendly and helpful staff. Things to keep in mind: - it's about 35 minutes from downtown Edinburgh, you can Uber to get to the hotel but have to take a taxi (which cost more) to leave the hotel. - the toilets don't have a very strong flush (lol). - wifi is not good, so make sure you have a good roaming plan; download some movies to watch in the evenings. OR for those that drink, there is a lovely bar and a beautiful library for the book lovers. - I enjoyed their meals but the portions are small. If you want to experience sleeping in a castle, I highly recommend Dalhousie! It was a lovely stay.
Joanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hotel and experience we had
Clinton, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, but definitely not accessible. Not a problem for us, thankfully, and we had a wondeful time (and got a good workout going up and down all those stairs)
Dustin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful property—-was excited to stay in an actual Scottish castle. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Donna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a trip of a lifetime and wanted to stay in a castle for couple days and this place was hands down amazing so friendly, it’s quiet and clean. Looking forward to being back
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing time at Dalhousie! Everything about the property was unique from drinks in the Sir Alexander Room to the Dungeon Restaurant to the breakfast in the Orangery, we had a great time!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Every second on property feels amazing.
Bradley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved this beautiful castle. It was a wonderful stay. We stayed in the lodge. We had a spacious suite. The communication was excellent. The food in the Dungeon was delicious.
Jamie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Must stay

Amazing staff and beautiful facility! We got to stay in the dungeon and it was a beautiful suite. Everything was amazing and a lot of history that enriched our experience.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wow!

Just wow, treat yourself and stay here. Unreal experience all around. Exceptional service excellent food unreal atmosphere rooms and property. Too much to take in for just one night.
Ryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room waa very comfortable with stunning views. Internet and phone reception was very patchy in the lodge with the wifi cutting out regularly.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointing Overall Experience

The castle is a stunning building from the outside. Once inside, however, you are in a very tired environment. The hotel is in desperate need of some investment/renovation. The food was delicious and elegantly presented. Some of the service was first class while the majority was sub-par. No value for money.
Jason, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We loved our stay at the castle. Especially loved eating dinner in the Orangery. The food was exceptional. While it wasn't a problem for our group we did watch a disabled woman try to go up the stairs because there was no elevator. Maybe there should be something in the listing so accommodations could be made to put those needing it on the first floor.
Wendy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The castle was beautifully restored. I could have spent my entire trip sitting in the Library and the Sir Alexander room. The Dungeon dinner was a wonderful and delicious experience. We were glad breakfast was included in our stay as we found the pricing excessive for breakfast and lunch in The Oragery. Climbing 102 stairs to our rooms was a bit much for my 73year old mother, we were glad for the seats on the landings.

10/10 Exceptional

A Fairy Tale Castle

My sisters stayed here last year, and highly recommended it. We were not disappointed. The castle is beautiful. Even though it has been converted into a luxury hotel, it still feels like a castle, which is what we were looking for. We booked one night in a four poster room, and one in the Honeymoon Suite, but upon check in, discovered they had upgraded our accommodations to the Honeymoon Suite for both nights as an Anniversary gesture. Staff was amazing. Breakfast was delicious. Lovely stay!
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel and staff were lovely, but the spa facilities were a disappointment. Far too many people allowed in at one time for the facilities available.

4/10 Fair

Staff not helpful and not friendly Didn’t care about guest only the wedding party and there guests This is our 2nd time here and will not stay again will stay at other castle stays which are far better

10/10 Exceptional

The location is far above average. We had a small tower room with a beautiful view of the countryside. We then decided to dine there in the evening. The food was wonderful and the service was very charming. Breakfast in the winter garden was good but average. The service was also not really appropriate for the place and rather careless. Maybe it was not the best day for waitress.
Emanuel, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Worst hotel stay.

Absolutely shocking. Do not waste your money here. Will not be returning terrible service and overall a horrendous stay.
Stewart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the real castle deal! We were thrilled be allocated room 4 in the large turret of the castle. A red four postered bed themed room with all the glory of days gone by. The bathroom was located down a narrow hallway near the door to the room and that made for some fun too! It felt really special! The ghost of Lady Catherine sadly didn't visit us and we slept like babies. Dinner in the dungeon was sensational and drinks before and after in the lounge rounded off the night. Brekkie was fab and the staff were super helpful from go to woah! Now that's a castle stay!

4/10 Fair

The room was very disappointing given it was an upgrade from my previous room which was beautiful. It was very poor.
louise, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Faulty Towers meets Tudor Scotland.Great place but

Very mixed feelings with this hotel. There is no question the hotel & surroundings are fantastic. The room was nice & roomy albeit we upgraded to a four poster room. The whole place had a lovely feel about it & I slept the best for a long time. The fine dining meal was lovely, albeit expensive & a few tweaks needed I think. The restaurant staff go a little too far with their ‘Amazing’s’ & ‘Fantastics’, probably more suited for the Americans. The Spa is very nice & worth a visit. Unfortunately, the running of the Orangery restaurant was diabolical. The Manageress & staff couldn’t cope with just a handful of tables & worked too slow, resulting in long waits in narrow corridors at breakfast. Too few & too inexperienced staff. Food quality was ok but not great. Choice was ok. Get rid of those silly serving stations & use pull back lids or serve at the table. You need to make the most of the veranda area, get some proper seating & parasols on there. The bar staff & some reception staff were not clued up about choices, menus & timings & quite often got things wrong. Unfortunately we felt like we were in Faulty Towers much of the time, which although amusing much of the time, became a little waring! This place could be so much more. I feel for you, but when a client is paying good money for a nice visit you need to step it up. I’d stay again but I really hope you’ve got the right people in the right jobs next time. Be aware taxis can be expensive & a long wait.
Darren, 2-night trip