Carberry Tower Castle and Estate nr Musselburgh, Edinburgh & The Lothians
Romantic Castle Hotel near Edinburgh
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Carberry Tower Castle and Estate was built in 1480 and is set in 35 acres of magnificent private estate parkland on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Now a luxury hotel, the Castle is a place of intimate grandeur. Expect quality food, excellence of service, and warmest of Scottish hospitality in this most unique hotel.
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Relaxing Break
£154.50 pppn, for a 1 night stay
Stay in an Executive room and receive:
- Complimentary upgrade to Suite on arrival (subject to availability)
- Bottle of chilled Champagne in your room on arrival (value £50)
- Dinner including coffee for two each evening from the Campaign Room Bistro Menu (value £30 per person)
- Full Scottish breakfast for two daily
- Late check out (subject to availability)
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Highlights
- Set in 35 acres of estate parkland
- Rich Royal history - a gathering place for Kings and Queens, Princes and Princesses for over 5 centuries.
- The Champagne Terrace was a gift from the late Queen Mother to her sister who used to live here
- Many rooms retain original features such as fireplaces and working shutters
Home truths
- Former Mansion House of the Late Queen Mother's sister, where the Queen and Princess Margaret played as children
- Previously known as Carberry Tower Mansion House & Estate
- If you are feeling energetic, the hotel has a small external fitness room for residents.
How to find Carberry Tower Castle and Estate
Carberry Tower Castle and Estate
Carberry Tower
Nr Musselburgh
Scotland
EH21 8PY
Good to know
Hotel check-in time:
3:00 PMHotel check-out time:
11:00 AMRestaurant
Opening Times
10:30 am to 9 pm daily
Parking Facilities
Free onsite parking
Disabled Access
All public areas are accessible however only one Executive bedroom is fully equipped and is accessed by lift.
Child Policy
To accommodate a family in the guest bedrooms, a foldaway bed will be provided and is chargeable at £20 per child (aged 16 or under) per night. Should you require a cot, please ask at the time of booking.
Please be advised that not all guest bedrooms are suitable for accommodating families and availability must be checked in advance with our Reservations Team.
The grounds
Built over a period of more than 500 years, Carberry Tower stands proudly within its own 35 acres of private estate parkland. With tree-lined driveways, sweeping lawns, landscaped ponds and meandering walkways it offers a unique guest experience. Look out for the parkland deer, pheasants and other wonderful wildlife, they also have a renowned collection of splendid trees which were planted over the last 300 years and contain some of the most celebrated varieties within the United Kingdom.
History of the hotel
Built 1480 – former home of Elphinstone family (related to the late Queen Mother). Situated within the estate where Mary Queen of Scots surrendered herself to the Confederate Lords in 1567.
Dogs Policy
Pets are not allowed.
Eco-friendly
Bronze Award
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