Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Midlothian, Scotland
Key facts
- Operator
- Hotel (Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Spa)
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Hotel guests only
- Nearest station
- Newtongrange, 0.7 miles (straight-line)
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
Pinpoint
Bonnyrigg EH19 3JB
Telephone 01875 820153
A 13th-century castle south of Edinburgh, now a hotel with falconry on the grounds and a dungeon that's been pressed into service for private dining and events. Reviews split sharply between guests who call the staff and service exceptional and at least one wedding party who had a booking badly mishandled - worth going in with realistic expectations around event planning specifically.
Worth the trip
The falconry on the grounds - a genuine extra rather than a gimmick, and one of the few UK castle hotels offering it as part of the stay.
Before you go
Non-residents can dine here even without staying over; if you're planning an event (the dungeon is bookable), confirm details in writing and follow up closer to the date, as at least one wedding party had a late change to their booking.
Most reviewers describe an excellent stay at Dalhousie Castle, with particular praise for attentive, go-the-extra-mile staff, the breakfast, and experiences like falconry. However, two recent reviews flag real problems tied to ongoing renovations - rooms and restaurant bookings changed or closed with little advance warning, leaving guests to sort things out on arrival. One reviewer's vow renewal booking went badly wrong due to poor communication, while another had a rocky start that was ultimately salvaged by a manager's intervention. Worth checking directly on the current state of the renovations before booking.
13th-century castle; falconry; non-residents can dine
“We truly had the most magical experience at Dalhousie castle. We couldn’t have asked for more. The grounds were newly renovated and stunning, all the staff were more than friendly and very attentive and we felt like…”- Laurafoundever, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “It wasn't clear where to pull up or check in but eventually one of the doormen visited us in the parking lot and helped us bring our bags in.” - Hilary Cameron
Common questions about Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Where is Dalhousie Castle Hotel?
Dalhousie Castle Hotel is in Midlothian, Scotland, at Bonnyrigg EH19 3JB.
Can you visit Dalhousie Castle Hotel?
Dalhousie Castle Hotel operates as a hotel, so access is normally for staying guests rather than day visitors. Contact the hotel directly about staying or visiting.
Can you stay overnight at Dalhousie Castle Hotel?
Yes - Dalhousie Castle Hotel offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the castle itself or within its grounds. See the Castles You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
What is the highlight of visiting Dalhousie Castle Hotel?
The falconry on the grounds - a genuine extra rather than a gimmick, and one of the few UK castle hotels offering it as part of the stay.
Is Dalhousie Castle Hotel a ruin or still intact?
Dalhousie Castle Hotel is largely intact - 13th-century castle; falconry; non-residents can dine.
