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Melville Castle

4.0 star property
Eco-certified castle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Two Bedroom Suite
Melville Castle offers an upscale, eco-certified experience with thoughtful amenities. Guests love the cozy bar and restaurant, convenient in-room WiFi, and billiards for downtime. The staff consistently receives positive reviews for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Four Poster Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

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Melville Castle, Lasswade, Scotland, EH18 1AP

What's nearby

  • Dalhousie Castle - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Royal Infirmary - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Eskbank Station - 3 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Justinlees Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Continental Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beijing Banquet - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lavender - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Melville Castle

Upscale eco-certified castle
Melville Castle provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this castle include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a lift and a billiards/pool table
  • A banquet hall, a ballroom and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as free WiFi and printers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 26-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on weekends for a fee; reservation required

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 0

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

Property is also known as

Melville Castle Castle
Melville Castle Lasswade
Melville Castle Castle Lasswade

Frequently asked questions

Is Melville Castle pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Melville Castle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Melville Castle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Melville Castle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Melville Castle located?

Situated in Lasswade, this eco-certified castle is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Dalkeith Country Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gilmerton Cove and Dalhousie Castle. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within 6 miles (10 km). Eskbank Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Melville Castle Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 223 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet and convenient dining and bar option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shashvat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, very friendly staff and very easy going system
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were large and tastefully decorated. It's a very quiet area and the staff was friendly and helpful. It's really a unique castle experience we really enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, wonderful food, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a castle from the 13th century on extensive property. The rooms are quaintly historical feeling. Four poster beds, antingue-ish furniture. In general, a great medieval feel while still having modern amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved walking around the grounds and down by the river. The trees were amazing. The room service was excellent. It was nice to have breakfast and dinner on site. Convenient location to visit Rosslyn and Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel near Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Patel was amazing Carly is beautiful and incredibly helpful. Loved thecentire experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying in a castle was on my bucket list! Melville was perfect…accommodations, staff, food…all excellent!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in this hotel 20 years ago. Perhaps I hoped it would be the same… The staff was excellent and the food was as well. However, the room seemed a bit tired despite a recent renovation. Vinyl flooring in the bath was not in keeping with the architecture of the building for instance… the main rooms of the hotel were still as beautiful as I remember, but the grounds have been neglected. It’s a beautiful property and worth the stay if you’re in the area but not quite as grand as my last stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Melville Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On a beautiful, quiet, peaceful property that is great for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was such a cool experience! The grounds were amazing and the room was perfect. You absolutely have to check this place out if you come to Edinburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel in the countryside

Excellent hotel , with lots of charm and character, outdoor seating was great in the gardens and bar is very comfortable and cosy. Restaurant was very nice and have yet to sample their afternoon tea. The staff were extremely professional and very helpful and i would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Amenities
Excellent food, great location and super staff. Accommodations- we booked 2 rooms. One was outstanding the other not so great. We were given an accessible room and if you needed an accessible room it would have been suitable but NoT for someone who does not need an accessible room. Not to be disrespectful but I was very uncomfortable in this room. Very disappointed and would hesitate recommending this hotel for that reason. Ceilings low, bathrooms very different and have to bend down to see in the mirror.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Great place to stay

Lovely hotel , staff were brilliant and the room was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A++ Stay

Great stay! Welcoming staff and fantastic room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property in a great location. Staff were welcoming and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lon Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding hotel

This hotel truly has a wow factor. Impressive from the moment you arrive. Michelle made the check in a delight. Perfect combination of professional and friendly. The room was incredible. It was a true castle experience. The house keeping staff added a level of excellence. Both dinner and breakfast were perfect. This is a property not to be missed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

Curtains in the junior suite were ripped and rather tacky looking. There was a wasps nest outside the window cleaners left it open, several visitors got in, not the best start to my stay. The carpet looks filthy, beeds a shampoo. No offer of a tour of the castle. Advise a change to soft closing fire doors, this would prevent hearing every guest coming and going. Asian girl at breakfast tried to add paid for breakfast to my rooms saying she'd speak to management... please do its down on my printed itinerary. Beautiful building and surroundings interesting history. Customer service lacked somewhat and still waiting on a response to a simple question asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chukwuemeka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic deco and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feels like stepping back in time staying here. It was lovely and quiet and the grounds are beautiful. Dinner was fantastic.. we had mussels and filet. Both were very good! The tub was huge which is my favorite. A nice retreat from the bustle of Edinburgh, relaxing and romantic. We want to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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