Edinburgh
Bold, Beautiful, Utterly Edinburgh
Where castle views meet cocktail hour, and every room tells a story.
Perched a stone's throw from the battlements of Edinburgh Castle, The Rutland Hotel is one of those rare finds that manages to feel both intimately boutique and boldly glamorous. Tucked into the heart of the city's eclectic West End, its handsome Edwardian exterior gives little away — step inside and you're met with a baroque-inspired interior where rich colours, theatrical design and an unapologetic flair for indulgence set the tone from the moment you arrive. With just eleven boutique rooms, the sense of exclusivity is genuine, and the recently reimagined interiors mean every corner has been considered with a designer's eye and a hedonist's instinct.
Notable Features
What Sets It Apart
- Castle views
- Bold design
- West End
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Guest Voices
What They Say
“We had the most incredible stay at The Rutland last weekend. Jill gave us such a lovely warm welcome and ensured we were settled in with everything we needed. We had an apartment with the highest ceilings I’ve ever seen but it was so cosy. It even had a fireplace which you could control from a remote. Very well appointed, with a fully stocked kitchen. Everything was spotlessly clean. I don’t normally ever sleep well away from home but the bed was so comfy and the room was quiet despite being so centrally located. Gorgeous castle views and just a short walk around to The Huxley for breakfast.”
“Centrally located this boutique hotel was simply perfect for exploring Edinburgh. We came primarily for the Christmas Market but found the city so much more interesting. The hotel has wonderful staff and the room we enjoyed was perfect. We had a castle view and a lavish small suite. We dined at the Witchery which had a fabulous atmosphere and staff. The food was delicious but the cocktails and wine a little less so. We dined also at the Bow Bar for a wonderful afternoon pie and Pint. There might have been a cheeky whiskey too from their expansive collection. Dean village is beautiful and a short walk. The underground Pander and Sons cocktail lounge was amazing as was Hey Palu . Both had great staff and drinks.”
“Really enjoyed our stay here, was nice to be in our own apartment but still have it serviced every day! Well stocked kitchen and mini bar with lots of choice, daily free waiter and milk for teas and coffees Beds and pillows were very comfortable and nil outside noise during night. We were on top floor and although only two flights of stairs it might be hard going if you have knee/back problems. All staff we encountered were lovely and approachable”
“Booked for a city break with the perfect location. We were both thrilled with the apartment and cannot thank the team there enough as they were so helpful and welcoming. The space was beautiful & so much more than we expected, with incredible grand high ceilings in a boutique setting. When we visit again we won’t be staying anywhere else. Thank you again & look forward to seeing you soon.”
“Very helpful front desk. No lift but Karlite from the front office efficiently helped with all our 8 luggages. A cosy and clean place, the 2 bedroom apartment is spacious and centrally located.”
The Rutland Hotel
1-3 Rutland St, Edinburgh EH1 2AE, UK
Guest Rating
Based on 424 reviews
Category
Mid-RangeLocation
Edinburgh
Price Range
£180-350/night
Style
Boutique Hotel
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