Edinburgh, United Kingdom


Prestonfield House is a 17th-century Scottish manor on a 20-acre estate in Prestonfield, Edinburgh, within minutes of the city center. A member of Relais & Châteaux, the property offers 23 rooms and suites, farm-to-table dining, and preserves original architectural features including Cordoba leather panels and Mortlake tapestries.
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Prestonfield House is located on a 20-acre estate in Prestonfield, Edinburgh, just minutes from downtown Edinburgh. The 17th-century mansion has a Georgian façade and is surrounded by ancient trees, with Highland cows grazing on the grounds. The property has had only three owner families over more than three centuries. Current owner James Thomson has maintained the building's original features, including Cordoba leather panels, Mortlake tapestries, antique silks and velvets, artwork, and period fireplaces.
Guided walking tours of Edinburgh's historic areas, including the Old Town, New Town, Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and St. Giles' Cathedral, are available through Local Eyes Tours. Chauffeur Tour Scotland offers tailored excursions throughout the region, including visits to Outlander filming locations.
The hotel has 23 rooms and suites with room types including Classic Rooms, Estate Rooms, Luxury Rooms, and four named suites: The Lord Provost Suite, The Winston Churchill Suite, The Allan Ramsay Suite, The Benjamin Franklin Suite, and The Owners Suite. All rooms have Wi-Fi access, and air conditioning is available in selected rooms. Pet-friendly accommodations are available in at least one room and common areas. Check-in is from 3 p.m., and check-out is before 11 a.m.
The Rhubarb Restaurant serves farm-to-table cuisine and offers afternoon tea service. The hotel maintains a wine cellar and collection of malt whiskies.
Massages and yoga are available on site. An 18-hole golf course is nearby. The property has a secure car park with electric charging stations available at extra cost. Five meeting rooms accommodate events and groups, with a maximum combined capacity of 1,110.
On-site and nearby activities include jogging, biking, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, sailing, water skiing, diving, canoeing and kayaking, surfing and kitesurfing, archery, badminton, billiards, bowling, clay pigeon shooting, a climbing wall, croquet, and go-karting.
Editorial verification: Prestonfield House Hotel - Luxury hotel Edinburgh is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Prestonfield House is located in Prestonfield, Edinburgh, Scotland, on a 20-acre estate just minutes from downtown Edinburgh.
Prestonfield House is a 17th-century Scottish manor and member of Relais & Châteaux. The property has remained with only three owner families over more than three centuries and preserves original architectural features including Cordoba leather panels and Mortlake tapestries.
The hotel has 23 rooms and suites, with room types including Classic Rooms, Estate Rooms, Luxury Rooms, and four named suites: The Lord Provost Suite, The Winston Churchill Suite, The Allan Ramsay Suite, The Benjamin Franklin Suite, and The Owners Suite.
The Rhubarb Restaurant serves farm-to-table cuisine and offers afternoon tea service. The hotel also features a wine cellar and collection of malt whiskies.
The hotel accepts children, though they are not specifically recommended. Family suites and high chairs are available. Pet-friendly accommodations are offered in at least one room and common areas.
Activities on or near the property include golf, horseback riding, biking, hiking, water sports such as sailing, diving, kayaking, and surfing, and various other pursuits including archery, billiards, bowling, clay pigeon shooting, a climbing wall, croquet, and go-karting. Guided tours of Edinburgh and tailored regional excursions are also available.
The property has five meeting rooms with a combined maximum capacity of 1,110, making it suitable for groups and corporate events.
Prestonfield House Hotel - Luxury hotel Edinburgh is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Prestonfield House Hotel - Luxury hotel Edinburgh is in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Address: Priestfield Road 71, Prestonfield, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.
| Location | Edinburgh, United Kingdom |
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| Address | Priestfield Road 71, Prestonfield, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/prestonfield-house/
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