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"The only hotel in Edinburgh to gain a Two-Key distinction from our Inspectors, this beloved icon pairs a timeless style with an opulent atmosphere. The 187-room hotel boasts scenic views across the city from what feels like a Gothic castle, though it’s more technically in the Scottish Baronial style; carvings, turrets and ornate columns lend it a sense of timeless grandeur, while multiple restaurants and bars make it a modern culinary hub for guests and locals alike. Special treats include The Whisky Experience at the SCOTCH bar, with tweed armchairs and kilted connoisseurs—altogether, a setting that’s great for losing yourself completely." - Yolanda Evans