The Witchery

The Witchery has been on my bucket list for a long time. Imagine my delight when my husband booked it to celebrate my milestone birthday. We stayed in The Old Rectory and oh my, it exceeded all expectations ( and I had a lot). The decor, ambience, comfort, luxury, extra touches, staff, food , chaiffeur - everything was amazing. I have absolutely no suggestions for improvement, and cant wait to return to try another room. 100% recommend to all lovers of magical and romantic one of a kind experiences.

My wife and I stayed at The Witchery in the Turret suite for our wedding weekend and the hospitality and warmth offered could not have have been more perfect. The food was delicious and the staff were so kind to make sure we had everything we needed. It should also go without saying that the setting was beautiful and decorated to perfection. We will definitely be coming back again!

From the moment we stepped through the gothic doors of The Witchery, it felt like entering another world. We stayed in the Inner Sanctum, and words can hardly do it justice. The room was even more breathtaking in person than the photos could ever suggest. Every corner glowed with candlelight and character, creating an atmosphere that was both luxurious and intimate. The service was flawless, with staff who struck the perfect balance between professional and warm. Dinner in the dining room was a highlight of our trip, with each dish beautifully crafted and every sip of wine perfectly paired. It was so exceptional that we lingered long after dessert just to soak in the ambiance. If you’re looking for a truly unforgettable stay in Edinburgh, a place that feels part fairytale and part secret hideaway, The Witchery delivers. It’s more than a hotel—it’s an experience.

An amazing experience stay at The Witchery. Beautiful suite, attentive and friendly staff. Great food in the Secret Garden restaurant and location perfect .Loved every second

I stayed five nights in the Sempill Suite, and it felt like living in a gothic fairytale. Velvet, candlelight, gold, and history wrapped around us like a dream. Every room feels like a secret, every corner curated with intention and romance. The staff were warm and intuitive. Breakfast felt like a private ritual, and dinner was unforgettable. By the end, the room felt like its own character in our magical trip. I already miss it.

Went here for dinner. Very cool atmosphere, dimly lit. We started with drinks - my husband had the Rob Roy and I had the Royal G and T. Both were very good. I started with the bisque and my husband had the mushroom haggis. Both excellent. Here is where things became annoying. There was a huge wait time between the appetizer and main course. I’m talking like 40 minutes. This was beginning to cause me some anxiety - not because I had a hard time waiting - but because the reservation confirmation made it quite clear what time we would be expected to vacate our table. We expressed our concern and some behind the scenes discussions apparently took place whereby we were eventually told we could stay through dessert. Anyway, it took the J out of the Joy. Not sure I would return.

This place is incredible. The decor, theme, and overall presentation is the most unique I have seen at a hotel. We stayed 5 nights in the Library Suite and were very pleased with our experience. Room: the Library Suite was very comfortable and the decor really played into the ‘hidden library’ theme. All of the doors are false bookshelves and the room is decorated with books and documents throughout. The bed is a queen and very comfortable. The bathroom is split between two rooms: one has the toilet and a sink and the other has a very nice bathtub with a shower and another sink. The bathtub was great for relaxing after some long days of climbing the hills of Edinburgh. The room also has a dining area with a very nice table where we had breakfast delivered every morning. Location: If you’re in Edinburgh to see and do things on the Royal Mile; it would be hard to find a better location than The Witchery. It is located literally at the foot of Edinburgh Castle which makes getting to the castle and other nearby landmarks a very easy/short walk. The only downside to the location is that since it’s right at the foot of the castle; it’s nearly at the top of the steep hill that is the Royal Mile. Getting to tours and attractions is easy since is a quick downhill walk to most things. But the walk back up the hill at the end of the day can be a little challenging. Restaurant: We had dinner one night at the on-site restaurant and it was incredible. The dining area is small and very intimate with a low ceiling and lots of candlelight. The drinks were excellent, I would highly recommend the Blood and Sand. The food was likewise exceptional, making our dinner there the best we had during our week in Edinburgh. Be aware that there is somewhat of a dress code, but I was allowed in wearing khakis and a polo shirt. Service: the staff at The Witchery are simply outstanding. Anything we needed they accomplished quickly. This ranged from getting our bags in and out of the room (up and down a small spiral staircase) to arranging transportation to the airport at the end of our stay. Whatever you need, the staff are ready and able to help. Overall, I cannot recommend this place enough. If you’re going to in Edinburgh for a couple days, do yourself a favor and spend a couple nights at the Witchery.

We decided to splurge on one of our stays during our recent 15-day Scotland vacation. We stayed in the Heriot Suite for 2 nights. I have never experienced anything as luxurious as this! Service was outstanding! We had the included breakfast in the restaurant one morning and the next had the in-room breakfast set up for us prior to leaving for the airport. I highly recommend the in-room....it was outstanding! The hotel itself gives off castle/royalty vibes as well as a little mystery. The Suite was covered in tapestry, had throw pillows almost as big as the bed itself, a Dyson hair dryer, hair straightener, books to read, champagne every day (chilled on ice!) and more. Bathing was a bit awkward. This suite has a bathtub with a hand-held sprayer (no shower). We also had dinner there and it was one of our top 2 dinners during our trip. We arranged for private transfers to the airport and Robert, our driver, was almost like a tour guide! We enjoyed it very much. I don't know that we could afford to stay there again, but for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, we LOVED it.