This charming establishment is one of Edinburghs most stylish country house hotels. It dates back to 1843 and comprises 83 spacious bedrooms, which have all been carefully decorated to provide a restful escape with a host of modern touches and thoughtful extras. Guests are welcomed into a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, hotel safe and a cloakroom. Award-winning cuisine is the very essence of the hotel, and guests can choose between Ushers - the fine dining restaurant - the informal brasserie, or even 24-hour room service. Other on-site facilities include lift access, a bar, WLAN Internet access, room and laundry services (the latter incurs a fee) and car parking. Guests wishing to explore the local surroundings can hire bikes from reception.