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Melville Castle

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Lasswade castle

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Two Bedroom Suite
Superior Double Room

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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Melville Castle, Lasswade, Scotland, EH18 1AP
  • Place, Dalkeith Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Melville Golf Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Newbattle Abbey
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Four Poster Superior Room

Four Poster Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

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One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Four Poster Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Lasswade

Lasswade retreat .At this Lasswade castle, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dalkeith Country Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Dalhousie Castle. Royal Mile and Royal Infirmary are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dalkeith Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Butterfly and Insect World - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Melville Golf Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Barklay Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Newbattle Abbey - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Eskbank Station - 3 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Justinlees Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Paper Mill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Melville Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Elginhaugh Farm - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Melville Castle

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Lasswade castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Melville Castle also features a garden and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Lasswade castle is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Melville Castle offers 33 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include printers and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on weekends for a fee; reservation required

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Melville Castle Castle
Melville Castle Lasswade
Melville Castle Castle Lasswade

Frequently asked questions

How close is Melville Castle to the airport?

Melville Castle is 13.7 mi (23-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Melville Castle?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melville Castle on Apr 19, 2026 start from CA $191, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Melville Castle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Melville Castle.

How close is Melville Castle to the beach?

This castle is 7 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 10.8 mi (20-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Melville Castle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Melville Castle, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Melville Castle?

No, there is no casino at this castle.

What time is check-in at Melville Castle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Melville Castle?

This castle offers free self parking.

Does Melville Castle have a pool?

Melville Castle does not have a pool.

Does Melville Castle have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Melville Castle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this castle.

How close is Melville Castle to downtown Lasswade?

Melville Castle is 1.9 mi away from Lasswade.

Melville Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 270 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super amazing. The food was wonderful! The room was outstanding! I highly recommend the castle for anyone to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room decor and the cute little touches like the bow on the toilet paper and the towels folded like flowers. The grounds are gorgeous, the staff outstanding, and the building itself so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ibet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was lovely, the staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Melville Castle was such a highlight on our trip. The room was gorgeous, the bed was comfy, and shower was incredible. The entire castle was decorated for the holidays and it was so cozy and charming. We ate dinner in the restaurant and HIGHLY recommend. We will absolutely be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

natalie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel, but had no sleep what’s so ever with what I encountered in my room 106 to what I can say was the most scariest think I’ve ever encounted. I believe if something is supposed to have been or people have had this same issue should be told to customers. Not a very nice experience, some people will say I’m mad but what I seen, felt and encountered will stay with me for the rest of my life
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow. Our room was amazing. Staff friendly. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohaan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel spotlessly clean. I will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

P

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was AMAZING! We stayed in the Castle Suite which is a gorgeous and spacious room. It has a huge bathtub! It also has a door that leads to the garden. The ponies were a beautiful site from our room. The grounds are spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked as we were going to Musselburgh races. Loved the hotel; authentic, and unlike more polished alternatives elsewhere in Scotland. Great character and great to see local staff offering international tourists great service. We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Building with character and history, beds were comfortable and rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't think I'm the desired patron for this establishment. If you're a couple planning to do nothing but stay on property, it might be a great fit. But as a traveler who arrived by train, nothing was convenient about my stay. Lucas at the bar was wonderful. Rest of the staff were incredibly dismissive. Ended up checking out before sun up because I couldn't even get a cup of coffee. Kettle in my room had water, no clue from where or how long it had been there. But when I told staff they didn't even try to accommodate me. Just ignored me. Again probably great for some. Wasn't even passable for me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, quality food, location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

QUINN, Arlington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Our room was amazing. The grounds and the castle were exactly what you would expect. The food was great, both dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The castle and grounds were beautiful! The bar was fun and the bartender was excellent! Our room was well appointed and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melville castle provided an affordable. authenic castle experience. It was everything I had hoped it would be. It is the best place I have ever stayed at. All staff were very friendly & kind. Food was delicious. The highlight of my trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great food and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No problem with getting a parking space, very friendly and helpful reception welcome, room was gorgeous, tastefully done and full of little personal touches. Nice and clean. A big and very comfortable bed. We have stayed at a number of UK hotels (10+) this year and this is one of the few we are planning to return to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025