West End Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Opened
2024
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
The ResidentWest End design depot
Guests gather for early evening drinks in the quiet Resident Lounge, surrounded by original works from Scottish painters.
What it’s good at
Notable
An adaptive reuse of a mid-century office block featuring bespoke Timorous Beasties fabrics and curated Scottish art.
Listed
Comfortable West End rooms with concealed mini-kitchens, Nespresso machines, Molton Brown amenities, and pocket-sprung beds.
Listed
West End base offering Castle views, local artwork by Scottish painters, and dining partnerships with neighbourhood cafes.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on peaceful Drumsheugh Gardens in the West End, the address puts Princes Street and Georgian New Town within easy walking distance.
The rooms
Rooms feature concealed mini-kitchens equipped with microwaves and refrigerators, with select suites looking out toward Edinburgh Castle.
Dogs stay too.
How it began
Once a 1960s tax office known as Meldrum House, the building was sustainably retrofitted while retaining its original concrete frame.
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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.