What a beautiful place! The drive in, the welcoming at the door the grounds, and the service were…read moreall top tier. This place was visited by Benjamin Franklin and has a tree that Jimmy Carter planted. Neat! When we sat down we were presented menus for tea selections and what came in the menu. It was so charming. It exceeded my expectations! We tried several teas. Each one has its one special taste and flavor profile. I liked the chamomile and the jasmine ones the best. The sandwiches and sweet treats were all quite good. The egg sandwich was probably my favorite of the sandwiches. The cucumber one was also very good. Some of them are a little bland. The sweet treats were all fantastic. They are rich and decadent. That was the first time I remember having clotted cream. It was good but a little different than what I thought. You will get pretty full if you eat everything. Afterwards take a nice long walk around the grounds. Go see the beautiful cows and bees. They also have a peacock that we didn't see and lots of crows There are also some fantastic views of Arthur's Seat. The concierge was informative and friendly. He gave us the backstory of the place and some recommendations. I would highly recommend this place for a proper tea.

What an amazing dining experience! Outstanding waitstaff with impeccable service. We all ordered…read morethe 3 course dinner. I chose the Lapsang Souchang cured salmone appetizer, the cod fish entree and the cheesecake dessert. OMG doesn't even begin to describe how exquisite it all was. Falls into then"once in a lifetime" kind of dining experience. If you have an opportunity to do this, do it.

Great hotel. Amazing location. Right in the center of the city and you could walk anywhere. The…read morewalk from the station is essentially all uphill so you might want to get a cab but it's doable. Once you are here you are smack dab in the middle. I would stay here again gladly. Didn't try any food here but rooms were good and can't beat the location.

Friendly staff, comfy beds, BEST fish and triple fried chips (even Bobby Flay only cooks his…read moretwice)! Better than Landry's across the street. US & Canadian travelers...what to expect: twin beds for double occupancy, stiffer sheets, no top sheet, soft mattress. I especially enjoyed a variety of pillows. You are open to the air while sleeping or covered by a warm stuffed duvet, there's no in-between. Room, bathroom, bedding and towels are all clean. Ultimate location in the middle of the Royal Mile. I'd recommend this place

We had a fantastic early fine dining experience at Harvey Nichols during our short visit to…read moreEdinburgh. We were near a window but there's a view of the city from anywhere on the 4th floor. Service was outstanding. They were also able to accommodate my dairy allergy without any problem. The gazpacho was delicious and the stone bass was cooked perfectly. We really enjoyed the selection of ice cream and sorbet after the meal. Portions will seem a little small by American standards, tho. We thought everything was perfectly prepared and elegantly served. We regret that we weren't able to linger with a cup of coffee or after dinner drink as we had to make our way to the Edinburgh Tattoo. Maybe next time. Service was always prompt and professional. We would definitely love to return.

Forth Floor wasn't really my cup of tea but that doesn't mean it won't be yours. This flashy…read morerestaurant is situated at the top of Harvey Nichols. - Cocktails, green smoothies, brunch and burgers are all a possibility. I went for afternoon brunch in the form of eggs florentine and a clean and green juice. I loved the juice; it was fresh and zesty, and a great pick me up. - So good that I'd slurped up every sip before the arrival of food. Oops! The eggs florentine was a decent eggs on bread offering. Although I have to say I like my eggs runnier, and the Hollandaise could have been a little thicker. Still, that's a matter of preference and, with fresh smoked salmon on the side, this made for an adequate brunch. I've no real complaints in terms of service but our waiter had gone to get dessert menus for us and had forgotten and by that point, we'd had the chance to change our minds and resist the lure of the fruit scone. Also, it would have been nice to have been offered table water. Forth Floor was a-okay for brunch but I don't think it's got anything on the plethora of independent spots available in the city. For that reason, I think I'd opt for one of those next time.

We arrived for our 4 night stay at 9:50pm from a delayed flight and the manager graciously took our…read morefood order (the kitchen was closing at 10pm that night) as we got settled. Comfortable bed and pillows and high ceilings. The bar/restaurant area is elegant and romantic. We had 6 meals there: breakfast benedicts were 5/5, but something in the avocado dishes were not to our liking. Steak pie (3/5) had lots of meat in it but I would have preferred more vegetables. My wife enjoyed her gnocchi (5/5). Parties of 8-12 we saw were all having an great time at Black Ivy.

Formerly The Links and now The Black Ivy Hotel, this spot is a must visit while you are in…read moreEdinburgh. I cannot speak to the hotel itself but I can say the restaurant/lounge there is amazing. It is gorgeously decorated with the mixed vibes of a speakeasy and a botanical garden. We came here with friends. We were a little early so we enjoyed some drinks at the bar - I got a half pint of Guinness and a shot (that's name I have forgotten but is a mix of kahlua and baileys). Then we had dinner with our group. We were told we only had 2 hours for the table but stayed for longer, so take with that information what you will. My partner and I both got the steak pie and fries. I am not a huge fan of the steak fries that they have in the UK but these were nice and crispy. I had never had a steak pie before but this dish was absolutely delicious! Like a chicken pot pie but with pot roast instead of chicken. I was a bit of a lush at this dinner, so our bill was hefty from the drinks but the price felt very reasonable for the quality of food and surroundings.

This place is quite nice. I personaly came here for a…read morecappucino and to work a little. It was a really nice and calm. The service was really great. I have nothing bad to say about that place. exept maybe the high prices... but its swedish.

I am impressed by first of all the chic sophisticated appearance as you walk in with the fairy…read morelights and comfy vintage looking furniture. I especially like that Billy holiday is playing on the radio which gives more of that vintage feel. I love the quirkiness too and I recommend that you try the kladdkaka Swedish chocolate cake. It's yummy. However Akva is quite expensive so thats why I give it 4 stars.

After a day exploring Edinburgh my wife and I enjoyed a fantastic 3 course meal at the tower…read morerestaurant. The entire dining experience was here from being greeted at the entrance by waiting staff, the exceptional quality of service, the amazing views of the castle and the fantastic food to cap it all. The menu choices where excellent and exceeded only by the extensive wine and drinks listing (including plenty of options for pockets deeper than mine!). Overall I cannot recommend the tower restaurant highly enough and will certainly make and effort to return the next time I visit Edinburgh.

The Tower reflects a certain type of Edinburgh restaurant much like it's related sibling The…read moreWitchery (by the same restauranteur). Formal, fine-dining style presentation and food in often spectacular surroundings. It's therefore quite hard to give this kind of a place a rating. It does indeed have fantastic views of the castle from it's rooftop terrace. The food was all cooked pretty well and there wasn't much to fault about it. At the same time, there is nothing that really stood out or got me particularly excited. I had a set menu as part of a work Christmas lunch; perhaps the a la carte dinner may have been more compelling but it would also have been more expensive. I feel bad for fancy restaurants that feel obliged to serve traditional turkey Christmas dinner and somehow make it seem interesting. This one did taste pretty good but it wasn't the most appetising plate of food I've ever seen (brussel sprouts aren't the most attractive food in the world). At least they tried though. The chocolate terrine looked the part though. It tasted pretty much like a chocolate terrine. I feel the Tower is really more aimed towards tourists who think that a view of the castle is quite novel, or parents taking students for a fancy meal after graduation. If someone took me for a meal here I certainly wouldn't complain. Spending my own money though, for this type of on fine dining I'd go for something like The Kitchin with it's locally sourced produce or Timberyard with it's more adventurous menu.

Perfection. There…read moreare no amount of words that I can use to completely describe my utterly perfect dining experience at Aizle. Scotland is known for many of its rich and historical culinary foods, but I really think that this place puts it on a whole new level that can't be replicated anywhere else. Nestled within the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel (which in and of itself is adorable), you are immediately welcomed by kind and inviting hosts and into a warm and brightly decorated atmosphere that gives you both farm to table and modern hit vibes. When I died at this restaurant, they were offering their tasting menu called "The Harvest", which has two levels one which has 5 courses and the other has 7. I opted for the 5 course menu and added a dessert cheese tart and was plenty full after the meal. Their menu uses the freshest and most local ingredients which are so pleasantly surprising, balanced and beautiful to the eye. A truly magnificent attack on all your senses as you take each bite. I wanted to lick every plate clean, it was that spectacularly good. With an experience this magical, you wish you could go back again and again!

We popped in for a Saturday lunch and loved every ounce of this place…read more The restaurant is stunning. Super inviting with the greenery and light beaming in midday. We opted for the 5 course surprise tasting - the menu was so perfect! The amount of local and fresh ingredients was delightful! Every bite was so delicious! I couldn't get enough. I loved the service that expertly took us thru the menu. It was a divine experience and would love to venture back to taste the best of Scotland.

The Grand Cafe at the Scotsman Hotel offer delicious cuisine, a beautifully decorated restaurant…read moreand extremely helpful kind service. I ordered the Scotsman's board and a small tuna Niçoise salad. The food was fresh, delicious and seasoned well. The service was welcoming and attentive from when I entered to a good table and fast helpful service. The decor is classic with beautiful chandeliers, sofa and chairs for seating and lovely art and decoration. I recommend this restaurant even suggesting the Scotsman board to the couple beside me who were considering it.

If you want a great location and the history this is your place…read more That being said. There is a smell just as you walk in. We paid almost 750 a night for two nights. So some amount of "luxury" is as expected. We did not get the room requested and that was a disappointment. We did not inquire after seeing the room to be fair. The lack of any amenities in the bathroom at the price point was astounding. I have stayed in holiday inn express establishment that have some level of amenities. The Scotsman had none aside from the body wash, shampoo and conditioner in large bottles. That's fine I guess but not for the premium price point. The room had no heat at all. Even after contacting the front desk the excuse given was "the building is quite old and takes a few minutes to heat up. But the fan would not even turn on. At some point it did turn on but only blew cool/cold air. We were given a small space heater to help warm the cold room. Our room was on the ground floor at the corner and well. The bathroom window looks right onto the sidewalk outside and has clear glass. Yup. Everyone can look right in. Of course they have shades that you can pull down to block the view in and out of the bath. Problem solved unless you want natural light while you get ready for the day. Maybe frosted glass would help. Also as far as amenities, towels were rough and scratchy. Only two hangers in the closet is crazy and only to hang shirts. So if you want to hang dress pants? Well, bring some from home. The restaurant however beautiful, was lack luster in food quality and service. The front desk people working were helpful in calling a cab for us when it was time to leave and as helpful as they could be given the situation that had to deal with. I never expected them to fix the heat. But maybe the managers should help them out by addressing the situations? I was really looking forward to staying in this hotel after looking at all the photos on line and the location is AMAZING. But in hindsight I would choose another place to stay. It just didn't match the price we paid. I would not stay here and would think twice before suggesting it to others.