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Melville Castle Hotel

Luxury Castle Hotel Near Edinburgh

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Overview

What better place to stay when visiting Edinburgh with your pup than the newly revamped and dog-friendly Melville Castle - combining real Scottish grandeur with original touches. Wind your way along the tree-lined drive to discover a turreted Castle set in 54 acres of gorgeous grounds for you and your dog to explore. Each of the castle’s 33 bedrooms and suites are individually styled, many with four-poster beds. The bustling city of Edinburgh is just a few minutes drive away - visit Edinburgh Castle, walk the Royal Mile, visit dog-friendly Holyrood Park and climb up Arthur’s Seat for a fabulous view of the city with your faithful friend by your side.

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Highlights

  • Historic castle hotel just outside of Edinburgh
  • 54 acre private estate with enchanting woodland grounds
  • Eco-friendly hotel with Green Tourism Silver Award

Pooch perks

  • Explore the castle estate and gardens
  • Recently revamped dog-friendly rooms
  • Dine with your dog in the Library Bar, Lounge, or Conservatory Area

Bow wow factor

The Castle's 54-acre estate is the perfect pet playground for your dog providing a wonderfully warm Scottish welcome in all areas of the Castle and gardens!


All the dog-friendly bedrooms have been recently revamped. The bedrooms include tea, coffee, biscuits, toiletries from The Scottish Fine Soaps Company, large SMART TV and free WiFi. Junior suites have even more room to relax - these recently revamped suites are uniquely designed with most featuring a mezzanine level. The main dog-friendly suite is show-stopping in every way featuring; a giant copper tub for two, his & hers basins, spacious rainfall shower and sumptuousáprivate sitting room.


Exclusive Offers

Paws and Prosecco - Classic room
£215 per night £107.50 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Three course dinner on the first evening (£90 per room allowance)
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Classic

With ornate wallcoverings adorning the walls and plush furnishings aplenty, these recently revamped dreaming dens are the perfect castle havens. The large double beds are dressed in dreamy soft bedding and the bathrooms feature powerful showers.

£215 per night £107.50 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Paws and Prosecco - Superior Room
£256 per night £128 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Three course dinner on the first evening (£90 per room allowance)
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Superior

Recently revamped, the Superior castle rooms are as sumptuous as they are spacious. With grand headboards, lavish cushions and charming dressing tables, every inch of the Superior rooms have been designed to 'wow'.

£256 per night £128 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Paws and Prosecco - Four Poster room
£285 per night £142.50 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Three course dinner on the first evening (£90 per room allowance)
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Available: Now to 14 May 2026
Four Poster

Grand in stature and size, these classically romantic four poster rooms occupy some of the finest positions in the castle. With walls draped in characterful charm and rooms dressed to impress, the sumptuous four poster beds are the star of the show. Perfect for romantic breaks, perhaps even proposals - these rooms ooze passion and charm

£285 per night £142.50 pppn

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Dog friendly

£40 per room£20 per person Saturday premium applies

Paws and Prosecco - Suite 1 bedroom
£310 per night £155 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Three course dinner on the first evening (£90 per room allowance)
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Available: Now to 14 May 2026
1 Bedroom Suite

Bed down beneath the turrets in this fairytale dreaming den for a castle stay to remember. With a giant copper tub for two, his & hers basins and a spacious rainfall shower, we're certain this suite will be your perfect match.

£310 per night £155 pppn

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Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Paws and Prosecco - Junior Suite
£315 per night £157.50 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Three course dinner on the first evening (£90 per room allowance)
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Available: Now to 14 May 2026
Junior Suite

Experience a peaceful slumber with your Junior suite residing on the mezzanine level with a Juliette balcony to complete. Sleep like a true king and queen; this is your home from home, traditional yet unique in every way. Featuring a private living area, grand sofas to sink into and a lounge allowing you to relax like a true royal. 

£315 per night £157.50 pppn

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Dog friendly

£40 per room£20 per person Saturday premium applies

Paws and Prosecco - Suite 2 bedroom
£415 per night £207.50 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • A bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Three course dinner on the first evening (£90 per room allowance)
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay  
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Available: Now to 14 May 2026
2 Bedroom Suite

Perfect for family stays, the 2 Bedroom suite offers oodles of space for the entire family to enjoy a truly divine castle retreat. With a gorgeous four-poster bed, fabulous twin room, large family bathroom & a private living room, you'll be spoilt for choice as to where to put your feet up and relax.

£415 per night £207.50 pppn

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Dog friendly

£40 per room£20 per person Saturday premium applies

Scottish Country Break - Classic Room
£192 per night £96 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Classic

With ornate wallcoverings adorning the walls and plush furnishings aplenty, these recently revamped dreaming dens are the perfect castle havens. The large double beds are dressed in dreamy soft bedding and the bathrooms feature powerful showers.

£192 per night £96 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Scottish Country Break - Junior Suite
£292 per night £146 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Junior Suite

Experience a peaceful slumber with your Junior suite residing on the mezzanine level with a Juliette balcony to complete. Sleep like a true king and queen; this is your home from home, traditional yet unique in every way. Featuring a private living area, grand sofas to sink into and a lounge allowing you to relax like a true royal. 

£292 per night £146 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Scottish Country Break - Superior room
£232 per night £116 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Superior

Recently revamped, the Superior castle rooms are as sumptuous as they are spacious. With grand headboards, lavish cushions and charming dressing tables, every inch of the Superior rooms have been designed to 'wow'.

£232 per night £116 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Scottish Country Break - Four Poster room
£232 per night £116 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Four Poster

Grand in stature and size, these classically romantic four poster rooms occupy some of the finest positions in the castle. With walls draped in characterful charm and rooms dressed to impress, the sumptuous four poster beds are the star of the show. Perfect for romantic breaks, perhaps even proposals - these rooms ooze passion and charm

£232 per night £116 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Scottish Country Break - Suite
£322 per night £161 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
1 Bedroom Suite

Bed down beneath the turrets in this fairytale dreaming den for a castle stay to remember. With a giant copper tub for two, his & hers basins and a spacious rainfall shower, we're certain this suite will be your perfect match.

£322 per night £161 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday
Scottish Country Break - Two Bedroom Suite
£392 per night £196 pppn
Date changes & cancel 48hrs before check-in unless stated
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply

Package includes:

  • Bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
  • Full Scottish breakfast daily
  • Late check out (subject to availability)
  • Dogs stay free of charge and guests have access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line throughout their stay
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
  • YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
  • Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
  • A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
2 Bedroom Suite

Perfect for family stays, the 2 Bedroom suite offers oodles of space for the entire family to enjoy a truly divine castle retreat. With a gorgeous four-poster bed, fabulous twin room, large family bathroom & a private living room, you'll be spoilt for choice as to where to put your feet up and relax.

£392 per night £196 pppn

Instant confirmation

Click Book Now & confirm your dates, prices & availability
Dog friendly
Premium Friday & Saturday


Dine with Your Dog

You can dine with your dog in the delightful Library bar, with gorgeous views of the garden, lounge, or conservatory area. Or if you would rather leave your furry friend in your room after a busy days of sightseeing, you can dine in the Brasserie restaurant, located in the cosy vaulted cellars of Melville Castle which features burgundy walls, a crackling fire and candle lit tables and serving fabulous Scottish fayre.



Need to know

This hotel has City facility
City
This hotel has Restaurant facility
Restaurant
This hotel has Car Parking facility
Car Parking
This hotel has Dine with pet facility
Dine With Pet
This hotel has WiFi connection facility
WiFi Connection
This hotel has satellite TV in rooms facility
Satellite TV in Rooms
This hotel has Ground Floor Facilities facility
Ground Floor Facilities

Melville Castle Hotel Reviews


Lasswade, Edinburgh, EH18 1AP

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A wonderful time

Leslie S, stayed: May 2025

This was a great experience. My only regret is I only stayed for two nights. The food was incredibly good. The rooms were lovely. My only criticism was you advertised that there was a bus to get you to Edinburgh outside of the gate. If you didn t have a car (which I didn t ) it was at least a mile walk to the bus. Uber worked fine.



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AV, California, stayed: May 2025

The castle and grounds are impressive. Rooms are well appointed. Service is inconsistent.
There are no bell service and some rooms are only accessed via stairs. There is no transport via a golf cart from the hotel to the entrance which is a distance across the grounds so misleading to state that coach stop to Edinburgh centre is right outside the gate entrance. The staff are attentive yet many are not very experienced. Restaurant service was not well coordinated. I would recommend having a lite fare service of small plates adjacent to the bar for service inside and on the patio. Beautiful setting.



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Barbara, stayed: April 2025


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Map & Directions

Address

Gilmerton Rd
Lasswade
Edinburgh
EH18 1AP

There is ample free parking at Melville Castle Hotel.


How to get here

There is a bus stop at the castle gates and a 24h bus service to and from the city. 


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Location & Local Attractions

Your dog will love exploring the vast grounds of Melville Castle but there are also plenty of dog-friendly attractions nearby. Your pup will love Dalkeith Country Park - a gorgeous park with beautiful walking trails and some of the most stunning scenery in Midlothian. You can also walk the Royal Mile visiting dog-friendly pubs and cafes like the Royal Mile Tavern or the City Cafe along the way - Or for a spectacular view of the city and a good hill walk with your pet then Arthur's Seat is a must. This iconic landmark, standing at 251m tall, is a dormant volcano and the highest peak in Holyrood Park - a 640 acre Royal Park adjacent to Holyrood Palace. The park is also dog-friendly.



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