The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

We booked a "petite double room" and it was small but perfectly clean and comfortable. We were welcomed on arrival by Zoltan (who I had email contact with prior to our arrival) he organised coffee for us and sat with us to chat about the hotel and the local area. The main purpose of our visit was to watch a Six Nations rugby match and we had chosen The Roseate for it's proximity to the Murrayfield stadium. It was about a 15 minute walk away, which was perfect. We had breakfast each morning and ate twice at the hotel in the evening. Food was delicious (I can recommend the full and vegetarian Scottish breakfasts) and service excellent. All the staff we had contact with were polite, friendly and efficient.

The pillows, bed, and comforter were very comfortable. The shower products specifically the “Scot’s pine” scent smelled incredible & even the smell when you walk into the property smells heavenly!! I loved it so much I asked if they sold a candle or room spray in that scent (unfortunately they don’t). I also really appreciated the congratulations card and treats on our bed when we arrived it made our honeymoon feel even more special :) I was also a fan of the cookies in the room. Also the gentleman who checked us in and showed me to my room was very nice and personable helping us with recommendations on where to go during our stay.

Everything about this hotel is good. Firstly, for the price point the room comfort is exceptional. Both of our rooms, we tried two different ones, had a loaf sofa (loaf is a brand of furniture). The staff are standout welcoming, helpful and friendly. We particularly liked Zoltan who like his famous namesake in movie Big grants wishes and makes things happen. My husband said he has never met a reception concierge as good as lovely Zolton. We also liked Lucy in Dunstane Bar and restaurant. These are the type of hotel staff who if staff awards are an industry thing would win the awards. Lots of people we never saw keeping things running too such as chef and housekeeping.

While you have to consider transport to and from the heart of the city, the bus is right outside your door, Ubers are inexpensive and you will feel grateful at the end of the night when you're peacefully tucked into a more comfortable room without outside noise. I thought the buildings were both beautiful – yet the house across the street is far more modern and I preferred it to the main building – and the restaurant and outside bar was picture perfect. Breakfast is a must one of the days as is taking the local walk into town along the river. I wish I had known about it sooner actually!

The property is beautifully and tastefully decorated in keeping with it age and history, there is a very distinct and unique aroma which is so pleasing and relaxing. Our room was in the adjacent building which was equally beautiful the bed was the comfiest I have ever slept in, the room was so spacious and well equipped The staff are friendly and helpful and the welcome is first class without being standoffish Although we only stayed a couple of days we ate in the restaurant which was delicious. Haymarket Station is a very short walk so trips to the centre are so easy All in all a fantastic stay