THE RAEBURN, Edinburgh

The Raeburn - A boutique EDI hotel with Georgian architecture, bespoke dining, and Water of Leith views

Located in Stockbridge's vibrant village-like setting, The Raeburn features modern design elements integrated with historic Georgian windows and exposed stone walls. Each room comes equipped with walk-in rainforest showers, Egyptian cotton sheets, fluffy towels, and Victorian-style bathroom fittings. Guest accommodations include flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, minibars, and tea/coffee facilities. The Raeburn's smart brasserie-style restaurant serves British dishes made with local produce, including specialties like garlic-rosemary roast sirloin. The property houses a bright bar with velvet banquettes, a fireplace, and bespoke chairs, plus an outdoor terrace with parasols. Additional spaces include a private function room and a library bar. Eight restaurants and cafes lie within 0.3 miles, while Edinburgh Castle and St Giles' Cathedral are 1.5 miles away.

Pros

Victorian-style bathrooms feature marble-finished rainforest showers and roll-top baths in deluxe rooms

Comprehensive breakfast menu includes made-to-order dishes like spinach-chorizo-mushroom toast and avocado toast

Secret library lounge decorated with color-coordinated books and tweed furnishings

Wine selection curated exclusively by the hotel's dedicated merchant

Cons

Edinburgh Castle and major attractions are 1.5 miles from the property

Limited on-site garden space at 98.4 ft^2