The Witchery by the Castle

愛丁堡必住的酒店！房間絕美，拍照特別出片！有大量古董感的絲絨裝飾，但很乾凈。 房間在前台對面的樓裏，去房間衹能通過樓梯，不過入住時工作人員幫忙把行李送到了房間，還送了歡迎巧克力。 早餐我們選擇了在房間裏吃，種類比較簡單，水果不甜也不是特別新鮮，可能在餐廳吃比較好。 總之還是非常滿意的，價格較高但物有所值！推薦！

Location unbelievable, especially during Fringe and Tattoo. Highly recommend booking early for an August stay so you can also experience street performers, comedy and Fringe shows as well as the Royal Military Tattoo. The Witchery made it oh so special! First, our room, the Old Rectory, is stunning. I can only imagine they all are. The spiral steps up to half of the suites is part of the experience, but don’ t let that stop you from getting a room across the street if none on the turret are available. The Whiskey Experience is right next door, the entrance to the castle a half block one way and The Real Mary’s Close tour a block the other way. Pubs are all around but best of all, the punctual 11:00pm Tattoo parade goes right by your door. We went out at 10:55 and walked ten feet to stand behind a yellow barricade so we could watch it go by; as amazing as the show itself that we experienced the next night complete with the castle dinner. Just utterly rousing watching hundreds of pipes, drums, brass and dancers go by, and then sweep right back into our room to enjoy the ambiance and luxury. We had both the breakfast in the restaurant and breakfast in our room and I preferred the service of the restaurant plus the hot food items. We were given a full bottle of chilled champagne and bottled waters nightly plus cookies, coffee and tea always available in the room. There was a table where you could get take-away and enjoy the setting if you want, because really, the room is an excursion itself. Getting food anywhere after 9:00 at night is tricky so plan accordingly, especially if you are still on another time zone. We did not eat at the restaurant because we experienced the front room for breakfast. Truly, I don’t think I could justify more than two nights at the Witchery financially but one night wouldn’t have been enough to fully appreciate the location. It’s a magical experience I hope to replicate some day, especially in August.

The Witchery was unforgettable. Our suite felt like stepping into a gothic fairytale... candlelit, luxurious, and full of character! The staff were warm and welcoming, and the little touches (like the breakfast hamper and champagne) made it feel really special.

For years I have longed to stay here and finally, we managed it. We had three nights in The Vestry. I am a lover of all things dark and gothic so this was the very place for me. The room is a wonder of gold and dark red decor. Antique fittings and statues. The bathroom is behind a ‘hidden’ door off the bedroom. And what a bathroom. Glorious rich red walls and a deep bath. One thing I would say is a small table to put your champagne on whilst in the bath would be handy the bath is very deep and it’s tricky setting your glass on the floor! The bed is very comfortable with crisp white sheets and you get champagne every day! We went down to breakfast each morning where the original dining room glows in candle light. Huge pastries await you on the table (which are the best I’ve had) before you order your cooked breakfast. The staff, where ever you encounter them, be it on the stairs or in the dining room, are friendly and welcoming. The purpose of our visit was this hotel. We did some sight seeing but at a very relaxed pace. Much time was spent in the room soaking up the atmosphere, taking our time over a cup of tea or glass of wine. We had dinner in the original dining room, which was splendid. I only noted one thing which I thought slightly odd……there are no drawers. Lots of hanging space but everything else has to stay in your case or bag… but this is really quite a minor offence. We will return, the only problem being which of the other suites to pick!

The suites were fantastic. The size and décor was so rich and detailed. Every little trinket or picture felt so well placed. The staff were amazing and very attentive. We ate in the restaurant and it was a wonderful meal. The steak was to sue for and the wine paring was on point. We were there only for one night to end our honeymoon on a high and it 100% delivered.

Very old world romantic atmosphere! Great customer service. Relaxing and attentive. Food was delish and very accommodating to vegans!