New Town Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Opened
2024
Price
$$$$
Outside the door
The brand
Red Carnation HotelsCaledonian explorer sanctum
Operating like an exclusive private members' club, this intimate townhouse pairs rich velvets with views directly facing Edinburgh Castle.
“Inside, it’s a place of low-lit and low-key velveteen elegance, with 30 discreet rooms over five floors.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
A five-story staircase mural and five bespoke tartans line the restored Georgian townhouse.
Remarkable
A two-to-one staff ratio delivers attentive care across castle-facing residents' lounges.
Notable
Ghillie's Pantry pours a hundred whiskies, with private tartan design workshops arranged with Araminta Campbell.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
This is a modern classic — 30 rooms and suites, each different, all decorated in a variety of tartans and Georgian-era antiques.
“The most exciting addition to Edinburgh’s hotel scene in 2024 was 100 Princes Street, an upscale property… its interiors are clad in rich tartan and velvet.”
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along New Town's premier thoroughfare, Princes Street Gardens lie right outside, with the medieval Old Town a short stroll across the valley.
The rooms
Custom-woven tartans line the walls, while sporran door signs and white marble bathrooms anchor each individually styled interior.
Treatments
- Treatments
- In-room massage and body treatments available upon request.
Restaurant
The Wallace
Bay windows look straight toward Edinburgh Castle, where afternoon tea and Scottish classics are served beside leather-clad walls.
This meticulous attention to detail helps ensure the property maintains its Old World gentlemen’s club atmosphere…
Restaurant
Ghillie's Pantry
Under a hand-painted night-sky ceiling, illuminated cabinets hold more than a hundred rare single malts for private tastings.
How it began
Dating to 1800, this Georgian townhouse served as the Royal Over-Seas League headquarters before its 2024 restoration by Red Carnation.
“The Red Carnation group worked with several Scottish craftspeople to bring a sense of place with a dose of drama to the interiors.”
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.