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Dear guests and friends, In light of the current situation around the globe, we at The Dunstane Houses are adopting special measures to address our guests’ concerns about travelling during…
Spring has finally sprung! The arrival of March not only means lighter nights and longer days, but it also marks the count down to the egg hunts and Easter holidays.…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Mother's Day, Things To Do, Whats On
This year, Mothering Sunday falls on the 22nd of March, a particular date in our diaries to spoil the mothers who make our lives so wonderful. No one wears out…
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Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
Part of successfully running a luxury boutique hotel in Edinburgh is being consistent, from the service you provide to the food, and of course, the design of each room in the hotel. With…
Airport pickup, City tours, Classic cars, Edinburgh, Our Hotel
Owning the Dunstane Houses is, as you might imagine, a time-consuming job. Running a hotel is the kind of labour of love that can take over your life. Which is why a…
Boutique hotels, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Our Hotel
The biggest problem with Edinburgh is that it can be hard to leave. It’s the kind of city that takes hold of you somewhere inside and roots you to the spot. At least…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Our Hotel
Our owners, Shirley and Derek, recently had the pleasure of chatting to the team at Mr Hudson about bringing a breath of fresh Orkney air into our beautiful capital city.…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Food & Drink, General, Our Hotel, Whats On
Whether you’re looking for a light bite or full meal, a full Scottish breakfast or afternoon tea while you relax with the papers, the Ba’ Bar is your first port…
Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
With its location near the city centre and only a few minute’s walk from the Water of Leith, The Dunstane Houses luxury boutique hotel is your perfect gateway from which…
Boutique hotels, Christmas, Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Exclusive Use, Food & Drink, General, Our Hotel, Whats On
Luxurious, relaxed and unlike anywhere you’ve ever stayed before the Dunstane Houses, just a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh city centre could be the ideal location for your special event. Both…
Boutique hotels, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
Every year in Edinburgh, during the month of august the military tattoo attracts some 222,000 spectaculars during the three weeks the show runs. Returning from the 2nd – 24th August…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
The Festival City is warming up again – for once both literally and metaphorically. About time too! As we all know, the weather is unpredictable in Scotland, but one thing…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Our Hotel
Part of successfully running a luxury boutique hotel in Edinburgh is being consistent, from the service you provide to the food you serve, and of course, the design of each room in the hotel. Having…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
Inaugurated in 1947, Edinburgh International Film Festival is the world’s longest continually-running film festival. EIFF began life as the International Festival of Documentary Films, and was opened by John Grierson,…
Fast & flat, this course was voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World, ideal if it’s your first marathon or you are looking for a PB. The…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
Throughout the year Edinburgh remains a beautiful, vibrant city, rich in heritage and culture. Spring is a wonderful time of the year to visit, you get to see the capital…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Things To Do
Thinking about the upcoming Royal Highland Show, makes us think about other Scottish horses. We are of course, talking about The Kelpies! The area around these famous sculptures is known…
Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
It’s not long to go until one of the best weekends in the Scottish social calendar – the Royal Highland Show. The weather is always unpredictable at this event, some…
Boutique hotels, Edinburgh, Food & Drink, General, Things To Do, Whats On
Scotland and Whisky is a long-established partnership, however, there is no denying that gin is one of the world’s fastest growing spirits, with Scottish gin in particular undergoing a massive revival.…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
As some of you may know, here at The Dunstane Houses we like to go above and beyond to make sure that here at our Edinburgh boutique hotel, we do…
Boutique hotels, candlelit dinner, Food & Drink, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Offers, Romantic breaks, Valentine's day
We are delighted to have recently won Romantic Hotel of the Year at the Scottish Hotel Awards. We don’t think it’s hard to see why! Romantic Edinburgh February in Edinburgh…
Edinburgh, Murrayfield, Our Hotel, rugby, Six Nations, Things To Do, Whats On
Six Nations Rugby is coming back to Edinburgh in just a few weeks! Walking from Haymarket to Murrayfield, you can’t miss us! This year Scotland will play at Murrayfield three…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, General, Our Hotel
Owning the Dunstane Houses is, as you might imagine, a time-consuming job. Running a hotel is the kind of labour of love that can take over your life. Which is why a…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General, Our Hotel
Edinburgh Edinburgh is a beautifully fascinating and charming city, rich in heritage and culture. Sure, the weather is slightly unpredictable to say the least, but we can’t have it all,…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do
There are endless reasons to visit Scotland, the country is seeping in history, has miles upon miles of gorgeous landscapes, it’s home to diverse terrain, complete with tall mountains, several…
deals, Edinburgh, January Sales, Things To Do, Whats On
Edinburgh is the perfect city to visit for a January Sales shopping trip. You’ll find countless shops, cafes, restaurants and many historical landmarks and attractions. There is so much to see…
Christmas, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do, Whats On
It’s fair to say, no other age group loves Christmas more than children. So it’s lucky that Edinburgh is such a perfect place to get your little ones into the…
Christmas, Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Food & Drink, Offers, Whats On
When it comes to Christmas markets, Edinburgh’s is up there with the best. From 18 November, for six weeks in the run-up to the big day, Princes Street Gardens are…
Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
Dunstane owner Shirley recently had the opportunity to fly out to Vancouver and LA for a week, to meet with travel agents and tour operators, along with Visit Scotland. Visit…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Exclusive Use, General, Offers, Our Hotel
Are you looking for a luxurious meeting space in Edinburgh? If so The Dunstane Houses brings boutique hotel character and family-run warmth to corporate functions and business meetings and should defenitely be…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General
Why is St Andrew Scotland’s patron saint? When did we start celebrating St Andrew’s Day? And where else is the day celebrated? St Andrew There is no consensus on how…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do
Scotland is known to have many mountains and hills, such as Munros (mountains over 3,000 feet) like Ben Nevis, Schiehallion and the Cairngorms. One of the most famous hills, is…
Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
Dunstane Owner Shirley and General Manager Samantha are just home from what looks and sounds like an incredible three night trip to Rome, as part of the HIT Scotland Euro…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
As some of you may already know The Dunstane Houses bring the spirit of Orkney right to the heart of Edinburgh. Refined, relaxed, a little romantic and a lot luxurious.…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
Pride Of Britain is a collection of never more than 50 independent hotels in some of the most popular locations around the British Isles and we’re delighted The Dunstane Houses…
Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, Offers, Things To Do
The seasons are shifting, Edinburgh’s trees are turning red and gold, and the Ba’ Bar fireside has never been so appealing. Edinburgh throughout the year is an exceptional city to…
Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, General, Things To Do
Edinburgh is a great city all year round, but if visited in the winter season you’ll know that most of the outdoor local attractions aren’t as enjoyable when it’s wet and cold. Thankfully,…
Edinburgh, Things To Do, Whats On
The Festival City is warming up again – for once both literally and metaphorically. The weather has been amazing. About time too! As we all know, the weather is unpredictable…
Christmas, Dunstane Houses, Offers
We’re fully aware of the fact it’s only July, however, we’ve got some fabulous festive packages on offer for our keen beans. It’s true. You could spend Christmas at home,…
As much as we love Edinburgh, there is so much more to explore in Scotland and we will take any excuse to venture out of the city. Derek and Shirley…
The 15th annual Catering In Scotland Excellence Awards. Launched in 2004 to recognise, reward and celebrate the exceptionally high degrees of creativity, innovation and excellence in the Scottish hospitality,…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Things To Do, Whats On
The Edinburgh Festival season is coming fast! It is perhaps, the highlight of the Edinburgh social calendar, and the very definition of having “something for everyone”. Perfectly located close…
Visit Scotland for the Edinburgh International Film Festival. Running from the 20th June – 1st July 2018, it is the world’s longest continually-running film festival. Famous Faces in a Famous City It…
Situated only a five minute walk away from The Dunstane hotel, lays the famous bustling area of Haymarket, Edinburgh. Now jam-packed full of fantastic eateries, trams and boutiques, we take…
It’s not long to go until one of the best weekends in the Scottish social calendar – the Royal Highland Show. The weather is as unpredictable as ever at this…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Our Hotel
When Derek and Shirley purchased The Dunstane House 20 years ago, things we’re a little different to what they are now. Over the years with a lot of enthusiasm, time…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
With our triumph at the Scottish Hotel Awards only recently behind us we are looking forward to other potential honours and we ask you all to keep your fingers crossed…
Dunstane Houses, General, Offers, Whats On
Who doesn’t love a wedding! Whether it’s catching a glimpse of a bride as she speeds past in a fancy car covered with white ribbons, or admiring a happy couple…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Things To Do
Mary Queen of Scots is a name we are hearing more and more around Edinburgh these days. Possibly because the upcoming film of her turbulent life, is being filmed right…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, General, Our Hotel
Boutique Hotel of the Year 2018 Shirley Mowat – Independent Hotelier of the Year 2018 For over a decade this national scheme has annually researched the hospitality industry throughout the…
Edinburgh, General, Things To Do
The Water of Leith Walkway is a lovely route for walking and cycling in Edinburgh. The 12 mile long path follows the river which runs through the heart of the…
breakfast, Edinburgh, Food & Drink
Sweet or savoury, healthy or hearty – however you like to start your day, the Dunstane Houses delivers. The Ba’ Bar’s generous morning spread offers a help-yourself array of cereals,…
Changes are everywhere you look at the new Dunstane Houses. Big to small, expensive to homemade, we have a bit of everything. One of the changes our Food and Beverage…
Edinburgh, Exclusive Use, Meetings
Unique Edinburgh Meeting Space Attending meetings or corporate events is part of everyday life for many modern business people, so unique Edinburgh meeting space is in high demand. We offer flexible…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Private terrace
With running a luxury boutique hotel in the city centre of Edinburgh, keeping things fresh is an absolute must. We’re blessed with where we are, not just being in the…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh tours, Things To Do
EVERYBODY IS GONNA SIT IN THE BACK OF THE MOTOR! Hang on lads, we’ve got a great idea. Here’s the plan: rendezvous at the Dunstane Houses; we’ll hook you…
Food & Drink, Malt, Scotch, Things To Do, Whisky
Whisky is the national drink of Scotland. We have been producing it since the 15th century and we’ve become rather good at it! The earliest written reference to ‘Aqua Vitae’…
Cars, Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Motor Show
As some of you may or may not know, Derek Mowat, the owner of the Dunstane houses, has been fascinated by wheels since he started to walk. Growing up on South Ronaldsay…
Celebrations, Dunstane Houses, Events, Exclusive Use
A special occasion deserves a special location. The Dunstane Houses is that place. A 5-minute walk from Haymarket station, and just a short taxi or bus to the centre of…
Boutique hotels, Edinburgh, Holiday, Scotland
Looking for something new to do in 2018? Why not visit the UK? Although we have a reputation for not having the best weather we do have a history rich…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Spring-time, Things To Do, Whats On
Edinburgh is one of the most desirable places in the world to visit and you can easily see why. Throughout the year the city remains a beautiful, vibrant city, rich…
Mother's day, Offers, Things To Do, Whats On
They say the most expensive part of having kids is all the Gin/Wine/Prosecco you “have to drink”. Well, this year we’ve got the perfect way for you to buy your…
Easter, Edinburgh, Romantic breaks, Things To Do
This Easter weekend, there is plenty to keep the kids (grown up and tiny!) occupied throughout Edinburgh. Whatever you get up to, make sure to check out our incredibly indulgent…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Our Hotel, Scottish Artists, The Arts
The Dunstane Houses is now home to an incredible collection of artwork, curated by Nicky Brooks from the Red Door Gallery here in Edinburgh. Giclée prints, limited edition etchings, original 1800’s…
Dunstane Houses, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Romantic breaks
Part of successfully running a luxury boutique hotel is being consistent, from the service you provide to the food, even to the design of each room in the hotel. The…
Dunstane Houses, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, Highlander, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Things To Do, Whats On, world heritage
Are you the sort of person who enjoys exploring the history of your surroundings? We’re blessed here at The Dunstane Houses with having people visiting from all across the world…
Boutique hotels, candlelit dinner, Offers, Romantic, Things To Do, Valentine's day, Whats On
The time of year people are full of love. The heart-eye emoji gets massively over used and your Facebook is full of posts of people declaring their undying love in…
Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh, Literature, Things To Do, Whats On
Part of visiting Edinburgh isn’t just about seeing the sights, eating and drinking, Scotland is a country rich in history and culture, plus much, much more. To help get you…
Edinburgh, rugby, Things To Do, Whats On, world cup
It’s not surprising that after last years performances, fans are feeling optimistic about Scotland’s chances in the 2018 RBS 6 Nations. It is looking to be another record breaking Scottish…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, New Year, Romantic breaks, Things To Do, Whats On
Whilst many of us are still waiting to complete 2017’s New Year’s resolutions, the rest are looking ahead to 2018 with a fresh, positive outlook. We are always looking to help…
deals, Edinburgh, January, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Our Hotel, shopping, Things To Do, Whats On
Who wants to fight and battle through the crowds in January? Instead, you could spend a leisurely night here at The Dunstane in Edinburgh, wake up to a full Scottish…
Burns Night, Dunstane Life, January, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Romantic breaks, Whats On
Burns Night is celebrated all over the world, you’d be surprised where you can find people having a “wee dram” at the end of January! For those of you who…
Christmas, deals, Edinburgh, presents, shopping, Things To Do
Coming to Edinburgh for your Christmas shopping will be rewarding in so many ways. With some of the best boutique stores, chains stores, high street brand stores and independent stores…
direct booking, Luxury Hotel Edinburgh, Our Hotel, Romantic breaks
Hotel booking websites have revolutionised the way we book holidays and getaways. We love the way they make it easy for guests to find a competitive deal and in many…
Edinburgh, Highlander, Outlander, Things To Do, Whats On
‘Sing me a song of a lass that is gone’, the beautiful opening lyrics of The Skye Boat Song. A Scottish folk song, well known now thanks to it’s use…
Boutique hotels, Hogmanay, New Year, Things To Do
Hogmanay is a traditional three-day Scottish winter festival to welcome in the New Year. Every year, thousands of people flock to Scotland’s vibrant capital to toast the bells, dance until…
Christmas, Christmas breaks, Food & Drink, Our Hotel
Here at The Dunstane Houses, we believe in doing things right. Come and book your Christmas party at The Dunstane in Edinburgh this year. Dine in luxury this holiday season…
Christmas, Dunstane Life, Edinburgh, Food & Drink, Things To Do
Dun-stonian (noun.) slang term for anyone who loves great food, great accommodation and an even greater drink selection. OK, yes we have just made that word up. But right or wrong as…
Christmas, Dunstane Houses, Events, Exclusive Use, Meetings, Parties, Weddings
Luxurious, relaxed and unlike anywhere you’ve ever stayed before the Dunstane Houses, just a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh city centre could be the answer you are looking for. Both Dunstane…
Boutique hotels, Christmas breaks, Dunstane Houses, Romantic
Deny it all you like, but Christmas is coming. In fact, if you listen closely, you can just about hear Michael Bublé defrosting, climbing from his den and getting ready…
Dunstane Houses, Halloween, Whats On
Here at the Dunstane Houses, we believe that part of running a luxury boutique hotel involves keeping guests up to date with all the exciting events happening around us throughout…
Dunstane Houses, Our Hotel, Whats On
If you have stayed at The Dunstane post-refurb, you’ll have already experienced the heavenly scent of the Noble Isle products in our rooms. We don’t mind admitting we’re slightly in…
Food & Drink, Gin-tasting, Whisky
Delicious Daniel and his dapper drinks, or should that be the other way around? Either way, his influence in the Ba’ Bar comes a close second in our favourite things…
There are all kinds of nods to our Orkney heritage at The Dunstane. The most obvious perhaps is the renaming of bedrooms in our newly refurbished house. Beautiful rooms deserve…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Parties
Not long ago, we were sipping Champagne, tasting Kirkuvagr gin and proudly showing guests around the new Dunstane Houses. Guests were greeted by owners Derek and Shirley Mowat and hotel…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, Refurbishment
The Dunstane Houses consists of 35 comfortable and contemporary bedrooms spread over two stately Victorian townhouses on opposite sides of the road: Dunstane House and Hampton House. There are 16 newly…
Afternoon Tea, Fine Dining in Edinburgh, Food & Drink, Our Hotel
Inspired by Scotland and its islands, the new all-day dining menu at the Dunstane Houses is the perfect start and end to your day, with something sweet in the middle. Not just…
Boutique hotels, Dunstane Houses, edinburgh wedding venues, Exclusive Use, Wedding, Weddings
Sometimes in life, you need the place to yourselves. And at those times, the Dunstane Houses are ready and waiting. If you’re looking for somewhere exceptional for a special occasion,…
Edinburgh, Food & Drink, Gin, scottish gin, Things To Do, Whats On
There’s nothing quite like a G&T at the end of another long, hard day. In fact, there’s nothing like a G&T at the end of any day. Whether you like…
Best rates – we’re never cheaper elsewhere
Free Scottish Breakfast
Bottle of Joseph Perrier champagne with suite bookings
Free Tea, Coffee on arrival with home made shortbread or a wee dram
More flexible cancellation policy than anywhere else
Reduced rates for local attractions
Free Parking
Early Check in and Late Check out (subject to availability)
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