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The Witchery in Edinburgh
🌍 Edinburgh, Castlehill, Royal Mile
● Center: 360 m
🌞 Beach - 4 km
✅ Uniquely decorated suites with original artwork and antique furnishings create an immersive historic atmosphere ✅ Exceptional, attentive service with staff assisting guests up three flights of narrow stone spiral stairs ✅ On-site restaurant offers a candlelit, gothic ambiance with highly praised food and wine selection ✅ Spacious suites with amenities like Nespresso machines, turn-down service, and complimentary treats ✅ Convenient central location close to major attractions such as The Scotch Whisky Experience and Camera Obscura ❌ Limited vegetarian options in the restaurant menu disappointed some guests ❌ Lighting in the restaurant and some suites was reported as too dim to comfortably read menus ❌ One review noted inconsistent food quality, including a steak with gristle and cold mashed potatoes ❌ The narrow hotel entrance can be blocked by tourists mistaking it for an attraction, causing access issues ❌ Some suites have challenging access for guests with mobility issues due to narrow stairs and bathroom layouts
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Sempill Double room
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Heriot Double room
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Library Double room
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Armoury Double room
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Vestry Double room
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Guardroom Double room
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Inner Sanctum Double room
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Old Rectory Double room
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Turret Double room
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Description
The Witchery is a 5-star luxury hotel located on Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, offering nine uniquely decorated double suites such as the Armoury, Vestry, and Turret rooms. Each suite features original artwork, tapestries, and antique furnishings that create an immersive historic atmosphere. Guests appreciate the spacious accommodations, with deluxe amenities including Nespresso machines, complimentary toiletries, and turn-down service. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and free parking. Its on-site restaurant is praised for elegant dining, candlelit ambiance, and attentive staff, although some guests noted limited vegetarian options. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the restaurant or delivered to rooms. The hotel’s service is consistently described as highly professional and welcoming, with staff assisting with luggage up narrow spiral staircases. While it is among Edinburgh’s priciest stays, reviewers say the distinctive location, size, and historic character justify the cost.
Location
Situated on Castlehill of the Royal Mile, The Witchery is just 16 meters from The Scotch Whisky Experience and 27 meters from Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, making it very convenient for exploring Edinburgh’s main tourist attractions. The hotel is approximately 11 kilometers from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and about 4.15 kilometers from East Sands of Leith beach. Nearby dining options include Vittoria on the Bridge (261 meters), Tangs (309 meters), and Zizzi (317 meters), all with good ratings. Its central position allows guests to easily access Edinburgh Castle and other landmarks on foot.
Tips
- Book your suite directly to receive extras like champagne and complimentary treats.
- If you prefer vegetarian meals, consider having breakfast in the restaurant rather than dinner as options are limited.
- To avoid entrance congestion caused by tourists, plan your arrival during less busy times and ask the staff for guidance on access.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children are not permitted to stay at this property
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Continental, Full English/Irish Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
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Services and facilities
General
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Terrace
Rooms
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Toiletries
Services and amenities
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
Meals
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
- French
Parking
- No parking
Business
- Fax and copy machine
- Conference Hall
Pets
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 4150 m. It takes 62 minutes To the beach!
Street view
Video: I stayed in a LUXURY SUITE at The Witchery By The Castle! SPOOKY! 👀🏰
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Reviews
16.04.2026
Wow sumptuous sexy hardly little beautiful suites well should i say apartments Extremely cosy setting right next to the castle and opposite the fun illusion attraction that you also must try we were booked in for two nights but on
14.04.2026
Very convenient location for many tourist spots in Edinburgh. Exclusive with only a few suites, secure entrance. Each suite is uniquely decorated with original artwork, tapestries, and wood floors. The bedroom of The Armory suite was quite, tucked between rooftops. The restaurant for breakfast was quite and delicious food. All the staff we encountered was polite, professional, knowledgeable and helpful. It was a bonus having our luggage brought up and down the original stone spiral staircase. It is pricy to stay here, but I think it is worth it for the space and location you get, the service you get, and the historic aspect.
02.04.2026
We had a wonderful stay in the Rectory suite. There were added complimentary items such as fruit, water, truffles, crisps,Nespresso machine with pods, lots of expensive toiletries and because we booked direct a bottle of champagne. The turn down service was a lovely touch and much appreciated as there were so many cushions and blankets on the bed and as the suite is so big lots of blinds to close! A large silver drinks bowl that our water and champagne were in on arrival had been topped up with fresh ice too. We did not book a table for dinner as I am vegetarian and there was only one option of carrots so that was disappointing. We decided to have our breakfast in the restaurant and the gentleman who served us was charming and very attentive. Again it would have been nice for a vegetarian option of a full Scottish breakfast but I had scrambled eggs which were amazing. I would echo other comments regarding the lighting, I love soft lighting but it was a little too dark to see the menu or fully appreciate the room. The one thing I would say is there were lots of tourists that kept getting in the way of the entrance to the hotel. There is a narrow passage and a lot of tourists seemed to think it was an attraction so they kept wandering down blocking the doorway. Maybe some clear signage or gate at the front of the passage way could help. We would definitely recommend going there and hope to visit again. Thank you to all the staff.
22.03.2026
To dark cannot read menu. Food came steak was mediocre cold mash potato which I returned. My wife’s fillet steak had a huge lump gristle in it. Over expensive for quality you would expect
17.03.2026
Outstanding location staff food & experience…Especially thank you to Mackenzie for your attentive service & Cameron for checking our service
15.03.2026
The room is everything you think it’s going to be from the photos and more. The breakfast hamper delivery and set up is exquisite. Theservice is beyond anything I’ve received in other places. Every single person is so kind and accommodating. The ambience is the reason we all book this place and it did NOT disappoint! We didn’t end up eating in the restaurant because we don’t really eat a lot of meat and seafood and there were a few, but not many other options but the menu looks amazing if you do!
15.03.2026
Dinner in The Secret Garden and then a night in the Turret Suite for a birthday treat. It was a wonderful experience throughout, from the friendly and informative driver who picked us up at Edinburgh Airport to a magnificent continental breakfast the following morning. (I'm sure the breakfast buffet in the restaurant would have been great but we wanted to make the most of our Suite and chose to have the continental brought up to us.) The dinner was fabulous, with plenty of choice for non-meat eaters, and the Turret Suite was amazing - packed full of atmosphere from its beautiful antique furniture and fittings, and a bathroom with both a lovely free-standing bathtub and a huge walk-in double shower. The bustle outside didn't intrude into the very quiet Suite and there was a real buzz to be had from knowing we were so close to the Castle itself. The staff could not be faulted: all friendly, welcoming and very efficient from start to finish. Not cheap, but worth every penny for such a marvellous experience.
13.03.2026
30 years ago we had dinner, now on our anniversary we returned and also stayed the night. What a charm! The staff are exceptionally forthcoming and friendly and the property is absolutely stunning! What a treat it has been to stay a night in the Armoury!
20.02.2026
What an amazing experience! The service was beyond exceptional you didn’t even notice the wait staff but suddenly your plates were cleared and your glass was refilled. I’m going back to Edinburgh just to go back to the witchery! Not to mention the food was the best I’ve ever had, I’d definitely recommend any fish dish! AMAZING!
20.02.2026
More than I hoped for. Perfect location. Private. Wonderfully decadent decor. Breakfast was superlative. And the staff were great.
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POIs near hotel
The Scotch Whisky Experience (0 min)
Interactive tour showcasing Scotch whisky production and tasting sessions.
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions (0 min)
Interactive museum featuring optical illusions and a historic camera obscura with panoramic city views.
Gladstone's Land (2 min)
A historic 17th-century merchant's house managed by The National Trust for Scotland.
Writers' Museum (2 min)
Museum showcasing the lives and works of Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson.
Museum on the Mound (3 min)
Museum exploring the history of banking and finance in Scotland, located in a former bank building.
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Restaurant «Vittoria on the Bridge» (4 min)
19 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EN
Reviews21.01.2018
Huge selection of food on offer, makes deciding difficult! Have been several times and as always the food was delicious. Can sometimes be very busy/loud which makes hearing across a table difficult.
29.12.2017
The staff here are always very friendly, welcoming and helpful, and the food is fantastic.
I've been here with colleagues, with family - including small children - and with friends. Very much recommended, although if you're not after an early lunch then you may be as well to book a table.
I've been here with colleagues, with family - including small children - and with friends. Very much recommended, although if you're not after an early lunch then you may be as well to book a table.
19.12.2017
Go here for Christmas dinner with work. Food is okay. Service has always been good. Has two floors and can get very busy. Prices are reasonable.
16.12.2017
The place is nice looking and the staff is very friendly. It's easy to find the place as it is very central. Food is good and tasty. We've been there for work night out and I can say that the service was really fast considering that they were cooking for 19 people. I would recommend to visit. The only criticism is that due to the place was full, it was quite noisy and struggled to hear each other at the table.
14.12.2017
Good quality food at ok prices. Drinks a bit over priced. Staff awesome, nothing is too much trouble.
Restaurant «Tangs» (5 min)
44 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QE
Reviews28.12.2017
Solid ramen, appetizers were also quite tasty. Really hit the spot on a cold day.
17.12.2017
Cold restaurant, cold food, chaotic service. Very, very mediocre food compared to other Japanese restaurants in Edinburgh, including the chains. Ramen was sparse of ingredients (I counted only 4) and menu was very limited. Won’t be going back as there are far better options in town.
08.12.2017
Excellent food and great service . It's a must the ramen soup is totally out off this world.
27.11.2017
After 3 visits, editing my previous review.
The first time we visited, the food was delicious, came quickly and was reasonably priced.
The last two times we've been, the yakitori grill has been broken, and a 4th time I phoned ahead to check if it was working, to have the woman in the kitchen tell me she didn't know what yakitori was.
The food is decent, but I've had better Japanese food in Edinburgh elsewhere. On my second and third visit, I finally saw what other reviewers have experienced with the long waits, it was an hour from when we sat down until our starters arrived. We had ordered gyoza, and karaage.
For all of the reasons above, have edited my review to be 3 stars; "It's OK"
The first time we visited, the food was delicious, came quickly and was reasonably priced.
The last two times we've been, the yakitori grill has been broken, and a 4th time I phoned ahead to check if it was working, to have the woman in the kitchen tell me she didn't know what yakitori was.
The food is decent, but I've had better Japanese food in Edinburgh elsewhere. On my second and third visit, I finally saw what other reviewers have experienced with the long waits, it was an hour from when we sat down until our starters arrived. We had ordered gyoza, and karaage.
For all of the reasons above, have edited my review to be 3 stars; "It's OK"
04.09.2017
Not the worst Japanese I have ever had and in context to being in Edinburgh, pretty good effort. We had lunch so it was empty other than us so service was fine. Food overall was authentic and fine.
About to find out if their card facilities work as we don't have any cash on us.
About to find out if their card facilities work as we don't have any cash on us.
Restaurant «Zizzi» (5 min)
1 Roxburgh Ct, Edinburgh EH1 1PG
Reviews23.11.2017
The menu was extensive and delicious. Table servers were attentive but not hovering and very cheerful. I had the tutto mare and it was delicious! The Gunpowder gin cocktails I ordered were also above par. For dessert we ordered the gelato and it was equally fabulous. Great views also. Bar and entertainment district is also close-by.
21.11.2017
Great food and Atmosphere. Service was very slow, staff took a long time to take our orders but food and drinks arrived quickly when they had been taken. The restaurant wasn't particularly busy at the time either.
A drink order was forgotten about by the waitress and a member of our group had to approach the waitress again to order. We also had a long wait for the card machine when paying our bill.
Would recommend the food and cocktails if you don't mind potentially waiting.
A drink order was forgotten about by the waitress and a member of our group had to approach the waitress again to order. We also had a long wait for the card machine when paying our bill.
Would recommend the food and cocktails if you don't mind potentially waiting.
05.11.2017
Booked last minute last night. Was greeted warmly and placed at the table quickly. Food order was taken but unfortunately had to wait 45 mins for our food to arrive. The manager was very apologetic and said that we did not have to pay for any of the food or drinks. This was a lovely gesture. Excellent customer service with friendly staff. Would definitely recommend visiting.
02.11.2017
One of my favourite restaurants in Edinburgh. Great food and service. A little on the expensive side but it's definitely worth coming to once in a while for a good meal with friends. This is also where I get my favourite lemon sorbet dessert!
13.09.2017
Very happy with this place as they have a separate menu for dietary requirements. I am lactose intolerant and they provide a milk free cheese for pizza which I can rarely have as not many places have it. Service was good and lovely location looking out over Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions about The Witchery
What types of rooms are available at The Witchery?
The Witchery offers nine room types: Sempill Double room; Heriot Double room; Library Double room; Armoury Double room; Vestry Double room; Guardroom Double room; Inner Sanctum Double room; Old Rectory Double room; and Turret Double room.
Are pets allowed at The Witchery?
Pets are not allowed at The Witchery despite being listed among services; the hotel's policies take precedence.
Is breakfast included with the stay?
Breakfast is available as continental or full English/Irish but is not included in the room rate and must be paid for separately at the property.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, The Witchery offers free parking for guests.
How accessible is the hotel for guests with mobility issues?
The hotel involves narrow spiral stone staircases and some bathrooms have layouts that may be difficult for guests with mobility challenges.
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