The Howard

34 Great King Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6QH

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh this 5-star Hotel, originally built as a private house, ensures that each guest is made to feel special and experiences traditional Georgian pampering as if a guest in a private home. A dedicated butler is on hand to tend to guests’ every needs from unpacking bags to serving afternoon tea, and will even arrange a social itinerary. Some of the 17 individually decorated bedrooms boast freestanding roll-top baths, Jacuzzi and power or double showers and 3 exclusive suites have their very own terraced gardens and private entrances.

Price Guide: Single £108-£210, double/twin £180-£275, suite £243-£395, grand suite £273-£395

The Bonham

35 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh, EH3 7RN

This awarding winning, boutique-style hotel is situated just a few minutes walk from the West End of Edinburgh. Many of the original Victorian features have remained and the interior has been designed to create a contemporary ambience within the classic timelessness of a Victorian town house. Each room has been elegantly and dramatically created with modern furniture and art, using rich, bold colours to produce tasteful oversized abundance throughout.

Price Guide: single £108-£165, double/twin £127-£195, superior double/twin £168-£245, suites £221-£350.

Channings

15 South Learmonth Gardens, Edinburgh, EH4 1EZ

Channings is located on a quiet cobbled street only 10 minutes walk from the centre of Edinburgh. The hotel, formerly 5 Edwardian town houses, retains its original features, which have bee restored with flair and consideration, and the atmosphere is like that of an exclusive country club. With an ambience of country-style tranquillity, guests can relax in one of the fully refurbished lounges with coffee or afternoon tea served by the friendliest of staff.

Price Guide: single £101-£160, double/twin £131-£230, fourposter/suite £187-£275