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Your Home in Edinburgh: The Bruntsfield Hotel
Established in 1861, The Bruntsfield has been a cornerstone of Edinburgh's hospitality landscape for over 160 years. Our boutique townhouse hotel combines historical charm with modern comforts, rooted in the community spirit of Bruntsfield. We offer curated experiences that connect guests with local culture through our partnerships with Scottish producers and participation in sustainability initiatives like Green Tourism and Greengage ECOsmart. Our team of hospitality professionals delivers personalized service across accommodation, dining, and event spaces, including The Neighbourhood Kitchen, Bar and Garden.With 40 guest rooms ranging from Standard to Superior categories, we cater to leisure and business travelers seeking authentic Edinburgh experiences. Our commitment to excellence extends to weddings, meetings, and special events, supported by dedicated coordinators and purpose-designed spaces like the Cardoon Suite. Sustainability is integral to our operations, from energy-efficient practices to sourcing local ingredients that reduce food miles while showcasing Scotland's culinary heritage.
Services
Accommodation
Restaurant
Meeting Rooms
Wedding Venue
Bar
Garden
Highlights and features
- We offer 160+ years of Edinburgh hospitality expertise in a historic setting
- Our sustainability practices are certified by Green Tourism and Greengage ECOsmart
- We provide direct access to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile attractions
- Our Neighbourhood Kitchen sources 100% of ingredients from Scottish producers
- We host events from intimate weddings to corporate meetings with dedicated coordinators
Associations and certifications
- Green Tourism
- Greengage ECOsmart
What people say
Excellent staff
Great service
Perfect location
Clean and tidy
Amazing customer service
Services
Accommodation
Our 40 guest rooms combine historic charm with modern comforts, featuring en-suite bathrooms, premium bedding, and city views. Each room category offers distinct space configurations from compact singles to family suites, all maintaining our commitment to Scottish hospitality and sustainability standards.
The Neighbourhood Kitchen
This award-winning restaurant serves seasonal Scottish cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. The menu features traditional breakfasts, contemporary lunches, and family-friendly options while supporting local producers to minimize environmental impact through reduced food miles.
Meeting Rooms
The Cardoon Suite accommodates up to 80 delegates with modern amenities including digital projectors, Wi-Fi, and refreshment services. Our team provides bespoke setups for corporate events, with proceeds supporting social enterprise initiatives for Edinburgh's refugee community.
Wedding Venue
We offer complete wedding packages including ceremony licensing, reception spaces, and accommodation. Our experienced coordinators manage all details from intimate gatherings to 100-guest celebrations, with special offers available for bookings before December 2024.
Bar & Garden
The bar features Scottish whiskies, craft gins, and seasonal cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere. The pet-friendly garden provides heated booths and ambient lighting for year-round enjoyment, with private hire options for special occasions.
People
Alistair Bruce
General Manager
With 20 years in Edinburgh hospitality, Alistair oversees operations ensuring The Bruntsfield maintains its reputation for excellence while innovating sustainable practices.
Adam Potykievics
Operations Manager
Adam manages day-to-day hotel functions, focusing on guest satisfaction and implementing eco-friendly initiatives that align with our Green Tourism accreditation.
Janette Napier
Director of Sales
Janette leads our sales strategy, developing partnerships with local businesses and promoting The Bruntsfield as Edinburgh's premier boutique hotel.
Chris Cornhill
Food & Beverage Manager
Chris curates our Scottish menus and bar offerings, maintaining quality standards while supporting local producers across Edinburgh's food industry.
Imogen Frank
Front Office Manager
Imogen oversees guest services, ensuring seamless check-in experiences and providing personalized recommendations for exploring Edinburgh's attractions.
Questions
What sustainability initiatives does The Bruntsfield implement?
We hold Gold accreditations from Green Tourism and Greengage ECOsmart, using energy-efficient systems and sourcing 100% of ingredients locally to reduce food miles.
Can I host a private event at The Bruntsfield?
Yes, our Cardoon Suite accommodates up to 80 guests with full event packages including catering, equipment, and dedicated coordinator support for weddings or corporate functions.
What dining options are available?
The Neighbourhood Kitchen offers seasonal Scottish cuisine, while our bar features local whiskies and craft gins. Both spaces have pet-friendly outdoor garden seating.
Are there special offers available?
We provide seasonal deals including our 2024 wedding package at £4,500 for 40 guests and regular room promotions available through our newsletter subscription.
How accessible are local attractions from the hotel?
We're within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Princes Street Gardens, with direct tram links to Edinburgh Airport and other city destinations.
What safety measures are in place?
Our Clean & Safe standards include regular sanitisation, staff health screenings, and hygiene stations throughout the property, following official hospitality guidelines.
Reviews (7)
Jeremy
Jun 05, 2022
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Very nice hotel. Perfect location, especially if you're the type who enjoys a bit of walking. About 15-20 min (lovely) walk to the core, and directly next to some gorgeous parks, we would definitely stay here again.
Philip Doyle
May 08, 2022
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Well well, no longer a Best Western and the worse for it, but some great things remain, the Neighborhood bar is great with the same brilliant bar manager as always, fantastic. The rooms are boiling hot, no fan, and no fridge, pencil marks on the wall from a recent refurb, really done on the cheap, poor. Breakfast.well.if you want to be shouted at by a highly stressed member of staff while she drops plates, cutlery etc then this is for you, what a stressful start to the day, for the first time in my life I sacked off a breakfast I've paid for and went for a relaxing breakfast in a lovely local restaurant.
And if you're from another country forget any attempt at a helping hand, and also, breakfast last orders at 9.15? What the! Awful. Sadly after 20 years it's curtains for us here, but I will pop back to the Neighborhood bar for my fix of the real Edinburgh
And if you're from another country forget any attempt at a helping hand, and also, breakfast last orders at 9.15? What the! Awful. Sadly after 20 years it's curtains for us here, but I will pop back to the Neighborhood bar for my fix of the real Edinburgh
W. J. Mc
Apr 01, 2022
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Spacious, clean, recently refurbished hotel. Friendly, helpful staff, plus excellent breakfast. The only downside, you can't in get in your room until 3 pm and there's now a parking charge, 10.
Beth H.
Mar 21, 2022
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Had a lovely weekend break staying at this hotel. We arrived early (about 1.30) and our room was ready so they allowed us to check in early (check in not till 3) the receptionist was very helpful and friendly! The room was clean, nicely decorated and spacious with large windows which made the room very bright with beautiful views over the meadows. The location is also great in a very green and peaceful area a short walk from the centre.
Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options to choose from (I had full Scottish breakfast (haggis, black pudding, potato cake, beans, tomato, egg, mushroom, sausage and bacon) and scrambled egg, smoked salmon on sourdough toast the following morning. My only criticism is 10 per night seems quite expensive for parking, instead we used the park and ride which was only a 30 minute bus ride away
Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options to choose from (I had full Scottish breakfast (haggis, black pudding, potato cake, beans, tomato, egg, mushroom, sausage and bacon) and scrambled egg, smoked salmon on sourdough toast the following morning. My only criticism is 10 per night seems quite expensive for parking, instead we used the park and ride which was only a 30 minute bus ride away
Rabea K.
Mar 02, 2022
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Very pleasant stay. Staff was polite, room was clean and looked as I expected and the breakfast was great. Would come again!
Lisa Mazumdar
Feb 15, 2022
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We stayed in this hotel for two nights and will not be back, the rooms and ensuites are dusty dirty and not even hoovered, there was even dirty socks from the previous person in the room, the en-suite had dried toothpaste beside the sink and toothpaste splashes on the tiles and mirror, the shower plug had pink mildew around it, the cleanliness was appalling, we were assured this room was checked and passed for cleanliness as this was the second room we were given as the first was also just as bad. These examples are only to list a few.
James Anderson
Feb 14, 2022
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Great place for a few drinks before and after the rugby last weekend. Service at the bar was quick and no problem getting space to drink. Would definitely visit again!
