The Dunstane Houses, 4 West Coates & 5 Hampton Terrace Haymarket, Edinburgh, EH125JD

Description

Where will I be staying The Dunstane Houses - Dunstane House is a 5 star luxury boutique hotel boasting 16 uniquely designed rooms each with its own charm and character. Whether it s the freestanding copper bathtub at the foot of your bed that allow you to literally roll out of bed for a wash or the elegant four poster beds The Dunstane House feels like an elegant stately home of the 19th century. Although each room is different in their appearance they all boast the same fantastic facilities. Catch up on your beauty sleep (you don t need it) on the handmade Vispring bed wrapped up in the 300-threadcount Eqyptian cotton bedlinen. A guaranteed great night s sleep. Not to mention the original artwork from local artists designer sofas large flat screen smart TV and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Take advantage of the 24-hour room service (go on treat yourself) and dial up reception on the vintage telephone. There s even a writing desk in each room which you ll need when you pen your extensive love letter to your hotel room. This hotel s great because The Dunstane House ise unlike anywhere you ve ever stayed before. Many of the original features of the building built in 1852 still remain if you like to snuggle up by roaring open fireplaces (who doesn t ) but there s a modern edge to the design. Every inch of the hotel just begs to be Instagrammed no filters needed and that s without even considering the sweeping views of the Edinburgh cityscape. A slightly more peaceful option for those on a city break. Wining and dining It s all about soaking up the rich Scottish culture at The Dunstane Houses Ba Bar. A full Scottish breakfast is the perfect way to set yourself up for a day of urban exploration and their afternoon tea is a great for whiling away a lazy afternoon. In the evening you can sample their menu of modern Scottish dishes from their hand-dived Orkney scallops to their beloved haggis bonbons. The bar is fully stocked with a treasure trove of rare and vintage whiskies as well as an enviable selection of artisan gins. Getting drunk has never been this classy. Exploring the neighbourhood The Dunstane House is just a stone s throw from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. A short taxi ride will put you right in the midst of the action whether you are looking for somewhere to eat somewhere to get drunk or just a relaxing spot of retail therapy. Haymarket Train Station is just a 10-minute walk down the road and Edinburgh Airport can be reached after a 15-minute drive. In a nutshell: Beautifully boutique