Name: Dalhousie Castle
Address: Cockpen Road, Bonnyrigg, Scotland, United Kingdom, Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Rating: 8.3

Guest reviews

8.3

Very good

Based on 814 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

9%

Couple

59%

Family

16%

Group

11%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Dalhousie Castle delivers a memorable stay in a genuine historic castle with atmospheric rooms and beautiful grounds, frequently praised friendly staff, and standout dining—especially the Dungeon tasting menu—alongside a quiet, countryside setting within driving distance of Edinburgh.

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10

Rob

Jan 3, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff and great room

4

Brian

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was lovely apart from the fact the spa was out of order i was not told this on arrival or when i booked i even asked the staff what time the spa opened in the morning to be told 9am then no spa the whole reason i booked emailed the hotel only to be met with an apology i would have liked a refund so i can book another spa but no they took some money off the food but that in my eyes was no good so wont be staying again

8

Andrew

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely staff, clean room

10

Jennifer

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The room was immaculate. They are mid-renovations. I believe we got a new room. The view was incredible. We also ate in the dungeon for the tasting menu andand enjoyed the

8

Gordon

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Refurbishment work is transforming the hotel. Once the spa reopens and the log fires are burning it will be a perfect destination.

Cockpen Road, Bonnyrigg, Scotland, United Kingdom

Location

Located in Bonnyrigg, Dalhousie Castle is in the suburbs, within a 15-minute drive of Rosslyn Chapel and University of Edinburgh. This hotel is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Grassmarket and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Royal Mile.

Dalhousie Castle(0.1 miles)

Dalkeith Country Park(3.6 miles)

Vogrie Country Park(4.3 miles)

Rosslyn Chapel(5.4 miles)

Borthwick Castle(5.8 miles)

Royal Infirmary(5.8 miles)

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 22:00

Before 11:00

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Free self-parking is available on-site.

A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of GBP 50, subject to availability.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

The hotel is located in Bonnyrigg, within a 15-minute drive of Rosslyn Chapel and the University of Edinburgh. It is approximately 8.7 miles from Grassmarket and 8.8 miles from Royal Mile.

One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Cribs are available for a fee of GBP 15.00 per day, and rollaway beds are available for a fee of GBP 45.00 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required.

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