Market Street Hotel - Edinburgh

Perched proudly in Edinburgh’s Old Town, opposite Waverly Station, Market Street Hotel stands out from the crowd. Its cutting edge, modern design is a stark yet welcome contrast to its olde-worlde neighbours. Inside, the unique style is a concoction of soft shades, contemporary edginess and well thought out finishes – think tartan cushions, custom-made furnishing and oak features, alongside sleek tiles and high-tech lighting. Head up to the rooftop Champagne lounge for impressive views over Edinburgh’s World Heritage skyline, and a tempting menu of Scottish favourites – dram of Whiskey anyone?

The hotel provides an excellent base for exploring Edinburgh. With Waverly Station opposite, you’re just half a mile from Princes Street tram stop and a short hop from the famous Royal Mile. You’ll be surrounded by a plethora of museums and galleries, including The Edinburgh Dungeon, The Writers Museum, The National Galleries of Scotland and City Art Centre – all within half a mile. For city views, Edinburgh Castle is half a mile away, or you can roam over to Arthurs Seat – an ancient volcano with incredible vantages over the city and beyond. Edinburgh Airport is eight miles from the hotel.

After a day of sightseeing, return to this modernised Scottish fortress, where the softly lit rooms are decorated with oak, textured stone and glazed bricks, along with tartan and wool touches. Bathrooms are elegant with marble features and are partially open-plan, with an illuminated shower head. Upgrade to a Roomy room for more space than the standard Cozy rooms – or choose a Vista room to enjoy views over the Waverley Valley and Princes Street Gardens.