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Melville Castle

4.0 star property

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A room with a desk, a lamp, a mirror, and framed architectural drawings on the wall.
A large, ornate bed with a dark wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a patterned bedspread.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
The current price is $299
$249 nightly
$299 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27

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Melville Castle, Lasswade, Scotland, EH18 1AP
  • Place, Dalkeith Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Butterfly and Insect World
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Barklay Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a tufted headboard, two bedside lamps, and a patterned wall.

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a dresser with drawers, a framed painting on the wall, and a lamp on a nightstand.

Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A large bed with a wooden headboard, two nightstands, and a patterned wallpaper background.

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a door leading to another room.

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, and a red patterned canopy.

One Bedroom Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame and intricate carvings, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Four Poster Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lasswade

With a stay at Melville Castle in Lasswade, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. .This castle is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Princes Street and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Dalkeith Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Butterfly and Insect World - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Melville Golf Centre - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Barklay Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Newbattle Abbey - 9 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Eskbank Station - 3 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bombay lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elginhaugh Farm - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Justinlees Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Paper Mill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Melville Castle

Melville Castle offers 33 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include printers and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Stay in one of 33 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
At Melville Castle, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge on weekends (reservations required).
Melville Castle has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on weekends for a fee; reservation required

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property is also known as

Melville Castle Castle
Melville Castle Lasswade
Melville Castle Castle Lasswade

Melville Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 311 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, friendly, and great food!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location for our castle stay experience! Food was fabulous, staff professional and courteous and the grounds were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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Melville Castle was amazing lovely atmosphere for a relaxing weekend beautiful scenery and surrounding area . Staff were excellent x
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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This castle was absolutely lovely. The staff were amazingly friendly and the rooms were very nice and welcoming. We walked the grounds and saw some nice views. I highly recommend the castle dining room. The food was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

linda

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Fantastic decor in the rooms! The rooms are also clean and spacious! Friendly staff too. I really enjoy staying there :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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best Scottish breakfast!!! Such a charming room we had with a sky window.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

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Exceptionally clean and quality bathroom shampoo etc
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

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My daughter and I had the best time at Melville castle. We got the warmest welcome of our whole trip and the castle, grounds, and our room were all beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was lovely, the staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An unforgettable stay-truly five stars in every sense. Melville Castle is beyond beautiful; it’s an experience that’s hard to put into words. From the stunning surroundings to the atmosphere inside the castle, everything felt magical and steeped in history. Every moment, both in and around the castle, felt special. It’s not just a place to stay-it’s something you feel. Absolutely exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narinder

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Thank you for a wonderful stay. Jamie at reception was super helpful when i had to make last minute changes and made me feel really welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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The staff was super amazing. The food was wonderful! The room was outstanding! I highly recommend the castle for anyone to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

EDGAR

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Lovely, warm, and dramatic room in a stunning and secluded location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

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We were looking for a castle stay in Britain as kind of a "bucket list" item. The Melville isn't exactly a "castle," more of a retired/repurposed palace, but the overall experience was what we were looking for - suits of armor, antique paintings and so on. The restaurant is awesome! Great dishes and service! Staff was very helpful. Rooms mixed ancient decor with modern amenties like ample power outlets, modern bathroom, etc. Grounds have many paths for nature walks. Was a nice experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

TAYLOR

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i was pleasantly surprised. the room was very nice and even had usb plugs. The shower was nice and hot and the bed very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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Amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Building with character and history, beds were comfortable and rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great food and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, quality food, location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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Loved the room decor and the cute little touches like the bow on the toilet paper and the towels folded like flowers. The grounds are gorgeous, the staff outstanding, and the building itself so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel spotlessly clean. I will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet and convenient dining and bar option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, wonderful food, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shashvat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, very friendly staff and very easy going system
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025