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Dakota Forth Bridge Hotel
Dakota Forth Bridge Hotel
Queensferry
Edinburgh
EH30 9QZ
Scotland

The Dakota Forth Bridge Hotel is a very modern hotel overlooking the Forth Bridge in South Queensferry. The hotel prides itself on its facilities, including Sony plasma TVs and complimentary Internet access in the stylish guestrooms. There is also an award-winning seafood restaurant at the hotel, as well as a handful of meeting rooms for business or personal events.

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Dalhousie Castle and Aqueous Spa
Dalhousie Castle and Aqueous Spa
Bonnyrigg
Edinburgh
EH19 3JB
Scotland

This magnificent medieval castle can be found close to Bonnyrigg, a few miles southeast of Edinburgh. It is set in beautiful parkland and decorated in a very traditional style in keeping with the atmospheric surroundings. The hotel’s Dungeon Restaurant makes for a unique dining experience while the ample leisure facilities are perfect for that relaxing break.

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Greywalls Hotel & Chez Roux
Greywalls Hotel & Chez Roux
Muirfield
East Lothian
EH31 2EG
Scotland

Designed by Lutyens as a 'dignified holiday home', overlooking the Firth of Forth, Greywalls was built in 1901. Each of the 23 bedrooms is decorated and furnished individually with antiques. Five are located within the grounds, four as part of the gate house lodges and one forming part of the walled gardens as Lutyens intended. The Colonel’s house, away from the main house, is self-contained for exclusive use, corporate hire or a family group. The restaurant, overlooking the tenth tee at Muirfield, seats up to 40 guest. The cuisine is prepared from fresh local produce. Greywalls is available for corporate events, either by room or exclusively: the whole can house can be taken for conferences and special events, as required.

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Macdonald Houstoun House
Macdonald Houstoun House
Uphall
Edinburgh
West Lothian
EH52 6JS
Scotland

The Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel sits in 20 acres of grounds, and is placed within easy reach of both Glasgow and Edinburgh. This historic hotel is comprised of a 16th century tower, manor and steading, but is filled with modern guest facilities. This includes a good selection of rooms, many of which have garden views. There is also an AA Rosette-awarded restaurant, a leisure club and nearby golf facilities.

See our feature on Macdonald Houstoun House

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Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa
Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa
18 Cromwell Road
North Berwick
East Lothian
EH39 4LZ
Scotland

With a breathtaking location on the Firth of Forth, the Marine Hotel is a glorious example of Victoriana. Lying just 30 minutes from the buzzing city of Edinburgh, the hotel is located in the very heart of East Lothian's golfing coast. Indeed, the hotel overlooks the North Berwick Championship Golf Course, which guests are free to take full advantage of. Other facilities include the Vital Health-beauty and fitness Spa, the Craigleith Restaurant, a club bar and extensive conference space.

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Maitlandfield House Hotel
Maitlandfield House Hotel
24 Sidegate
Haddington
East Lothian
EH41 4BZ
Scotland

Maitlandfield House is a townhouse hotel just outside Haddington in East Lothian. The en suite guestrooms are attractively but sympathetically decorated with flatscreen TVs and Internet access. There is also a traditional suite and honeymoon accommodation. The hotel contains a brasserie restaurant and afternoon tea may be taken in the Drawing Room.

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Ducks at Kilspindie House
Ducks at Kilspindie House
Kilspindie House
Main Street
Aberlady
East Lothian
EH32 0RE
Scotland

Run by the owners of the well-established Ducks at Le Marché Noir restaurant in Edinburgh, this popular hotel has 26 rooms, all with en-suite facilities, and is renowned for its award-winning food and wine. There are two restaurants, and a function room for up to 90 people. Situated about 20 minutes away from Edinburgh, it is an ideal place for golfers and bird-watchers, being within easy reach of 21 golf courses and the wonderful bird life of Aberlady.

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Kaim Park Hotel
Kaim Park Hotel
Edinburgh Road
Bathgate
West Lothian
EH48 1EP
Scotland

Kaim Park is a modern boutique hotel set into its own attractive gardens and conveniently located for Livingston and Linlithgow. The hotel has 27 en suite guestrooms with amenities including complimentary WiFi Internet access. There is a pleasant on site restaurant and there are also two comfortable meeting and event suites at the hotel.

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Melville Castle
Melville Castle
Gilmerton Road
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH18 1AP
Scotland

Melville Castle sits a few miles southeast of the city centre. It is a wonderful and historic mansion with traditional décor and warm hospitality. Each room is individually furnished to a very high standard, including split-level gallery rooms and four-poster suites. Great views over the grounds are guaranteed from almost every room in the hotel. It caters admirably for receptions, conferences and corporate events as well as for leisure visitors.

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