The block-long Carlton offers fine views of the city from every room, something that even its five-star competitors can't match. A dramatic and long-overdue renovation a couple...

At the west end of Princes Street, the Hilton Caledonian's imposing red sandstone façade has made the hotel an Edinburgh landmark. The Caley steadfastly refuses to follow any...

Located a caber's toss from the new Scottish Parliament, the Holyrood Hotel, perhaps unsurprisingly, was built with the business traveller in mind. The rooms are furnished with...

The first operation in the Malmaison chain set new standards for the city's hotel trade and helped push along the resurgence of Leith. Its Arthur's Suite penthouse has views of...

Edinburgh isn't exactly packed with comfortable, affordable accommodation; any moderately priced addition to its list of hotel options is welcome, even when it arrives in the...

Constructed in the late 1980s, the Radisson's faux-Gothic façade was designed to blend with its historic neighbours (judge for yourself whether it succeeds). The interior style...

A gentlemen's club vibe is still very much in evidence on entering this classic Georgian townhouse, just a short walk from Princes Street. Founded in 1919 as a tribute to those...

After a decade of under-investment, the Royal Terrace has benefited from a facelift. The tartan carpets and floral wallpaper have now made way for a more contemporary look, but...

The former offices of the Scotsman now house the state-of-the-art Escape Health Club, the über-chic Cowshed Spa complete with stainless steel swimming pool, and the Vermilion...

The Sheraton Grand's USP is its leisure facilities. Chief among them is the One Spa, one of Europe's best. All rooms are equipped with amazingly comfortable beds. Three...