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Melville Castle

4.0 star property
Eco-certified castle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Classic Single Room
Food and drink
Interior
Food and drink
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Explore the area

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Melville Castle, Lasswade, Scotland, EH18 1AP
  • Dalkeith Country Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Dalhousie Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Royal Infirmary
    ‪5 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
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
Daily housekeeping
  • 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 4.9 km (3 mi) from Dalhousie Castle. 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 University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile.
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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 at the property

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 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melville Castle on 4 Mar 2025 start from AU$184.14, 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. 123 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 175 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

10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here three times now and will certainly be back. It is ideal for travelling with our dog; the staff fuss him, he gets to be with us in the dog-friendly mini dining-room and got his own sausage at breakfast. We found the evening dining room in the basement a bit tricky with a spiral staircase so the staff set a table for us on the ground floor. Huge comfy bed and plenty space in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful property in the country with public bus access if you are willing to walk a mile to the bus stop. I considered it good exercise and a beautiful walk if its not raining. We had some issue with our room keys and had to have them reactivated every night when we returned from our excursions. The breakfast is very good but I'm not a big breakfast eater. I thought it was included in our stay but its not. I wish I'd skipped it all together when i checked out and realized it was 15 pounds for a cup of tea and a fruit salad i had been opting for. If I'd have been ordering from their breakfast menu I'd have been ok with the charges.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabetha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely restored castle and comfortable beds. Restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s kinda far away from the city center but very beautiful place, next time I go I’ll rent a car because they have big parking and no charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel.
I booked a single room for one night, the room was lovely with a four poster bed, amazing shower, very modern large smart TV and the fastest WiFi I’ve ever had in any hotel. I tested the speed and got 500 mbps ! When I stay in hotels I generally accept I won’t sleep as long as at home but this was the exception and I had a wonderful sleep in this bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, spacious room, and excellent dining experience. We weren’t sure what to do about dinner since the castle is just outside of the city, but upon arrival, the staff asked us what time we would like to have booked for our dinner. The food was very good and we enjoyed our meal. We will have to stay here again when we visit next time. 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an exceptional property! Our rooms were incredibly beautiful with outstanding amenities. The front desk staff were welcoming and kind, and Jill took great care of us at breakfast, showing us around the bar and wine cellar and giving us some history. This stay was our little treat on vacation- and I highly recommend it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute booking. Friendly reception staff sorted out the paperwork quickly on my arrival. I was amazed at the stunning big bedroom which was in a nice quiet part of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melville Castle was one of my all time favorite stays in Scotland. Well worth staying here and driving into Edinburgh as you'll get all the peace, comfort and beauty of the countryside, inside an immaculate castle. Walking the grounds, it was surrounding by stunning tree carvings of figures around the castle that were enthralling to go investigate, as well as the most magical trees in the forest, huge ones I might add! The bed was the most comfortable of any of the sleeps in Scotland and the staff were super kind and helpful. I was really blown away by this place and would recommend highly for visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our visit to Melville Castle. It was everything we had hoped for... from the lush grounds, historic architecture, beautiful antique furnishings and modern conveniences. This hotel gets everything right. I would highly recommend to friends and would definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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