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Prestonfield House
A five-star country house hotel in 20 acres of parkland beneath Arthur's Seat, with 23 opulent rooms and suites and the all-day Rhubarb restaurant.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury country house hotel
- Area
- Prestonfield, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Hotel class
- 5-star
- Official site
- prestonfield.com
Good to know
- Free parking
- Rhubarb restaurant
- 20 acres of grounds
- Suites
Why we recommend it
Prestonfield House is a luxury country house hotel set in around 20 acres of gardens, parkland and woodland in the shadow of Arthur's Seat, about five minutes from the Old Town. It has hosted festive celebrations since 1687 and is the sister property of The Witchery on the Royal Mile. It is a five-star hotel and has been awarded a Michelin Key for 2026, and The Good Hotel Guide named it its Best Hotel in Scotland for 2025.
There are 23 luxury bedrooms and suites. The setting, in its own grounds, gives the feel of a historic private house rather than a city hotel. Rhubarb, the hotel's restaurant, is open all day, every day from noon, with last reservations at 10pm. The hotel hosts weddings and events, and parties of nine or more should contact the restaurant directly.
One of Prestonfield's practical advantages over central hotels is free on-site parking, which makes it a good base if you are driving or planning day trips beyond Edinburgh. Booking direct is encouraged, and the hotel offers a complimentary bottle of Champagne in your room each night on direct bookings. Reservations are taken by phone seven days a week and online at any time.
Prestonfield suits couples, honeymooners and anyone wanting a romantic, characterful stay with space and greenery, while still being close to the city's sights. It is less suited to travellers who want to step straight out onto busy streets, since the hotel is set within its own grounds.
From the Royal Mile, the route is via St Mary's Street and the Pleasance, passing the Royal Commonwealth Pool before turning onto Priestfield Road; by car it takes only a few minutes. Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat are on the doorstep for morning walks, and Duddingston village is on the far side of the park. A taxi to the Old Town or Princes Street takes around five minutes, so you can enjoy a city day and return to the calm of the estate in the evening. For a memorable evening, combine dinner at Rhubarb with a night at the hotel, or book its sister restaurant, The Witchery, near the castle.
Prestonfield House FAQs
How many rooms does Prestonfield House have?
It has 23 luxury bedrooms and suites.
Is Prestonfield House a five-star hotel?
Yes, it is a five-star hotel.
Is there parking?
Yes, free on-site parking is available for guests.
What is Rhubarb?
Rhubarb is the hotel's restaurant, open every day from 12:00, with last reservations at 22:00.
How far is it from the Old Town?
It is about five minutes from the Old Town by car or taxi.
What awards has it received?
It was awarded a Michelin Key for 2026 and named Best Hotel in Scotland 2025 by The Good Hotel Guide.
Where is Prestonfield House?
It is on Priestfield Road, EH16 5UT, near Arthur's Seat.
Is there a sister property?
Yes, The Witchery by the Castle on the Royal Mile.