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Melville Castle

4.0 star property
Eco-certified castle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Classic Single Room
Interior
Food and drink
Food and drink
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

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Melville Castle, Lasswade, Scotland, EH18 1AP
  • Dalkeith Country Park
    6 min walk
  • Elginhaugh Farm - Dining & Carvery
    8 min walk
  • Eskbank Station
    3 min drive
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    23 min drive

Room options

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Four Poster Superior Room

Four Poster Superior Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Lasswade

At Melville Castle you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Dalkeith Country Park and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Gilmerton Cove. Highlights at this eco-friendly castle include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly castle offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and wedding services. Additionally, you'll find a ballroom and a lift. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Lasswade castle include Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Dalhousie Castle - 5 min drive
  • Royal Infirmary - 5 min drive
  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 13 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Eskbank Station - 3 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Continental Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Old Colliery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Cavaliere - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gigi's Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Melville Castle

Eco-certified castle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Lasswade castle is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Melville Castle offers 33 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include printers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on weekends for a fee; reservation required

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 0

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Melville Castle Castle
Melville Castle Lasswade
Melville Castle Castle Lasswade

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Melville Castle?

Melville Castle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Melville Castle?

As of 21 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melville Castle on 23 Dec 2024 start from AU$179.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Melville Castle?

Yep, Melville Castle has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Melville Castle?

The closest beach to Melville Castle is Portobello Beach (6.8 km).

Does Melville Castle serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is on offer weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Melville Castle?

No, Melville Castle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Melville Castle?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Melville Castle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Melville Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 163 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Zdenko

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel. We enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

UZOMA CYPRIAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Amazing place to stay. Room was lovely, bed very comfortable and staff friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Roddy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khavita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Frisco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place! Excellent stay, even if only for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beata

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melville Castle provided us with an unforgettable stay! Surrounded by a large wooded area, it offers lovely trails for walks. Beautiful and the castle itself feels true to its theme. The food was delicious as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful Castle in magnificent surroundings. Every room is filled with fascinating objects, the bedrooms are beautifully decorated. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious, as was breakfast, all the staff we encountered were exceptionally welcoming and nothing was any bother. There was a wedding happening during our stay and the hotel staff managed everything with calm, friendly ease. The only downside was the room had no windows that could open, and after a hot sunny day it was very warm. Reception did give us a fan, which really only circulated the warm air. An unusual occuance in Scotland! Highly recommend and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudette

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Sheri-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erlend

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
The building is wonderful as are the grounds very traditional. food is great and has a very nice 24hr Bar But what makes this place amazing is the staff very friendly and will bend over backwards to make sure you’re ok. Michelle at reception went above and beyond she was absolutely amazing and made sure our difficult requests were catered for
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynne

was lovely, rooms great and beds comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Staff & service
The property and building is beautiful but I did notice some areas that need repair or paint.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are absolutely stunning. Lots of walking/hiking paths into beautiful wooded areas. The grounds make the experience so peaceful. All of the staff were very kind and helpful. Our room faced the garden and it was lovely. The room description did not mention the flight of stairs in our room. That would have been helpful to know.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Hotel Ever
It was such an incredible stay. We stayed two nights there while visiting Edinburgh. The staff treated us so kind and made us feel so welcomed and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay, so quiet and peaceful, lovely countryside. An amazing experience staying in a real castle so many years old.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in 301 was very expensive for the standard of room ... Advised the bathroom needs sorting as a priority
Stayed 1 night in May 2024