THE WINE HOUSE 1821, Edinburgh

The Wine House 1821 - A Georgian townhouse boutique EDI hotel with wine-centric luxury rooms and event spaces

Located in New Town amid neoclassical masterpieces, The Wine House 1821 features four luxurious bedrooms with city views of either the center or the Firth of Forth. This boutique hotel, designed by award-winning architect Claudio Silvestrin, houses an impressive collection of over 130 wines from the Zonin family's seven Italian wine regions. Each room includes a complimentary mini-bar, flat-screen TV, rainfall shower, luxury toiletries, and Egyptian cotton bedding. The property's event suite accommodates up to 75 seated guests or 100 for receptions, featuring a private bar and natural light through picture windows. The Wine House includes an on-site cocktail bar serving innovative drinks and Italian beers. Key landmarks within 0.5 miles include Calton Hill, Scott Monument, and Nelson Monument, while Edinburgh Airport is accessible via a nearby tram stop.

Pros

Private bar in the first-floor event suite with views of Calton Hill and the Firth of Forth

Collection of 130+ wines from seven Italian wine regions

Marble-clad bathrooms with rainfall showers

Natural light throughout from large picture windows

Cons

Limited to four guest rooms

1 mile distance to major attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse