Hotel du Vin Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
Press Reviews
2009 Hot List, Condé Nast Traveler (US)
"The Du Vin chain has built its hip reputation on bold remodelings
of unlikely edifices. Its latest effort may prove its most
eccentric conversion yet: Set in a former lunatic asylum, this
42-room hotel has many glass walls—some looking inward to the
old building's austerely handsome granite armature, some outward
upon its architecturally interesting neighbors. These vistas and
the high-raftered, angular rooms give the place a quirky charm, but
the multi-level layout, accessed by various staircases and a small
elevator, can be confusing. Befuddling, too, are the rooms, named
for sundry vinous or tobacco substances, which also appear in the
decor, bordering on product placement. Such problems aside, the
hotel could not be better located for sightseeing, and, in true Du
Vin form, guests' needs—be they for food, high-tech media, or
skin products—could not be better cared for. At the heart of
the hotel is an excellent bistro serving Scottish fare, and the
overhanging mezzanine bar promises to become a local
favorite.
When to go: Edinburgh's weather varies little between winter and
summer, but August is the most popular because of its edgy Fringe
Festival.
Which room to book: An Executive Suite for a view over the city to
Arthur's Seat; for the frugal, a high-floor studio has ample space
and rooftop vistas."
Sunday Times Scotland (restaurant review), January
2009
"The surroundings resembled the mocked-up study of a Sorbonne
literature professor. The menu was intriguing, imaginative and
deftly executed."
Sunday Herald (restaurant review), January 2009
"I love this sort of food. It feels like coming home and the
bistro, which rekindles that old French brasserie atmosphere,
albeit totally fake and made to look old from new, feels that way
too."
Guest Reviews
Reviews are only from people who have stayed there and booked through i-escape.
“A lovely hotel. The staff were lovely especially the restaurant staff. The room was lovely although a little tight with a baby with us. Very central.”
cathal, Ireland (12.06.10)“Only complaint is that there was a strange high pitched noise in our room all the time. We had to use ear plugs. Other than that it was a great hotel in a really fantastic location. Would definitely recommend.”
Noelani, United States (27.10.09)“The shower in our room was excellent, but ceilings very loud, could hear the movements of other lodgers upstairs. Food was very good, if a little pricey. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
Jed, United Kingdom (19.08.09)
