BRAID HILLS HOTEL, Edinburgh

Braid Hills Hotel - A Victorian landmark with panoramic city views, golf heritage, and 71 unique rooms

Overlooking Edinburgh from its hilltop position, this historic EDI hotel features 71 individually designed rooms in a Victorian building with distinctive corner towers and stained glass windows. The Braid Hills Hotel preserves original architectural elements including ornate ceiling cornicing throughout its accommodations. The 1886 Restaurant, set in a conservatory-style space, serves seasonal Scottish cuisine with views across Braidburn Valley Park. A Library room with an open fireplace accommodates private dining for up to 16 guests, while the Edinburgh Bar & Lounge offers all-day service. Four event suites can host up to 140 guests, with a dedicated events team available for planning. Located 2.5 miles from Waverley Station, the property sits adjacent to 27 acres of parkland and provides free on-site parking. Regular bus service runs every 10-15 minutes between the hotel and city center, with a stop 2 minutes away.

Pros

Victorian architectural features including corner turrets offer 360-degree city views

Located beside Braidburn Valley Park with direct access to walking trails

Dedicated events team handles weddings and functions with one booking per day

Pet-friendly rooms available with designated dining areas for guests with dogs

Cons

20-minute bus journey required to reach city center

Some rooms face away from the cityscape views