The Howard Edinburgh

The Howard

Hotel The Howard 5 class

Edinburgh, 34 Great King Street

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Small and discreet, this elegant 5-star hotel has a great setting in Edinburgh’s New Town. With a personal butler service, there is also fine dining, free parking and free internet.

The Howard is made up of 3 beautiful Georgian houses with luxurious rooms. Each room features a luxury private bathroom with Penhaligons toiletries, and an interactive flat-screen TV.

A team of professional butlers is on hand to assist guests. The long list of services provided includes unpacking and packing luggage, concierge services and personal shopping.

Atholl restaurant seats only 14 people for exclusive fine dining. Guests can enjoy breakfast in bed, Afternoon Tea or in-room dining served by the private butler. Room service is available 24/7.

Guests at The Howard are less than 5 minutes’ walk from 6 art galleries. Shops and restaurants are found only a few minutes further away on foot.

Rooms: 18
Rate: 79.2 - 399 GBP
Hotel chain: The Town House Collection


Hotel information

The Howard offers free, secure valet parking.

There is a concierge service available during your stay and the hotel’s guest services manager will be delighted to help you to plan your visit even before you arrive. From advice on where to dine during your stay, to what to see when you visit, the hotel’s experienced and professional concierge staff are on hand to provide valuable local knowledge, as well as some tips for your onward journey. Staff can provide assistance in everything from booking luxury car hire, to decorating your room for your arrival with candles, rose petals and, of course, a bottle of champagne.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Free Parking, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Activities:   Massage
Services:   Room Service, Airport Shuttle, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Internet Services, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included

Room information

There are 18 elegant, opulent and romantic rooms. Each room is unique and named after an Edinburgh street or district. The rooms are individually decorated in rich, colourful, contemporary fabrics to create a traditional look and a deeply relaxing, romantic ambience.

All of The Howard's luxury hotel rooms are full of Georgian character, intimate and truly romantic.

Food & beverage

The Atholl started life as a private dining room for guests. Its elegant, flower-filled, Georgian setting, intimate atmosphere, fine wine list and expertly prepared modern Scottish menu attracted an enthusiastic and knowledgeable local clientele as well. Today, the Atholl has evolved into a sought-after restaurant that is one of Edinburgh's best-kept secrets.

The restaurant can only seat 14 people at a time, so reservations are strongly recommended.

Alternatively, you can dine in the comfort of your own room. Select your meal from the à la carte menu and dinner will be served to you by your dedicated butler. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

A range of options are available for breakfast, including a full traditional cooked Scottish breakfast, as well as a range of lighter options. For a little luxury and some well-deserved pampering, you can even choose breakfast in bed.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   15:00
Check Out:   12:00
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later, the first night will be charged.
In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 8 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 30 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wi-fi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Switch, Visa
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