Family Friendly Castle Stays in Midlothian – 2026

The lovely Melville Castle Hotel, just a half an hour from Edinburgh, sits on a 54 acre private estate with eight centuries of Scottish history. The present castle building was built in the late 18th century and had King George IV, Sir Walter Scott and Queen Victoria among its most notable visitors. It’s been renovated and modernized plenty since then obviously, and the interiors are a real treat. The interior design brave for such a historic building. They don’t hold back on bold patterns and colors, which could have been a bit of a mess in the wrong hands. Here though it really works. Rooms range from singles all the… > See All the Details & Book

Historic guests: King Edward I, Oliver Cromwell, Queen Victoria all stayed here. Atmospheric castle: Scotland’s oldest continually inhabited castle transformed into a luxury hotel. Accommodation: 29 plush B&B rooms offering comfort and charm. Facilities: Top-class restaurant, excellent spa, and woodland setting by the River Esk. History: Rich local and national historical significance adds to its allure.   Dalhousie Castle Hotel in Bonnyrigg near Edinburgh, has the distinction of being Scotland’s oldest continually inhabited castle, one which has now been transformed into a uniquely atmospheric luxury hotel. With 29 plush B&B rooms, a top-class restaurant, excellent spa facilities, and a serene woodland setting by the banks of the River Esk, it… > See All the Details & Book