Overview

Melville Castle has been refurbished to provide a suberb luxury hotel catering for the discerning guest and for receptions, conferences, and corporate events.The castle is just a short drive from the airport and the location off the Edinburgh bypass gives easy access to the Scottish Borders, or the Highland Golf Courses are located within a half hour drive.The castle was principally desgined for entertaining on a grand scale and was built in 1786 on the site of the old medieval castle for the 1st Viscount Melville. It is described as of outstanding architectural and historical significance and interesting associations with Mary Queen of Scots.Queen Victoria has resided in the castle as has King George IV and Sr Walter Scott.Accommodations; The accommodation comprises 7 reception rooms and 30 bedrooms of various sizes including serveral gallery bedrooms. All rooms are ensuite and have internet access, sky television and personal safes.Reception Rooms; The classic Viscount dining room can accommodate up tp 66 persons for formal dining and the ballroom can hold 100 persons. The boardroom overlooking the south lawn is ideal for private meetings or dinner parties. We can also offer spacious sitting room, study, and training rooms.Weddings; The castle is renowned for luxury weddings and the delightful grounds and funtion rooms offer suberb settings. Exclusive use of the castle is available. Our experienced staff will be pleased to advise you on all aspects of your wedding arrangements.Located 6 miles from Edinburgh City Center, within 50 acres of Woodland.