The Witchery hotel review: A decedent gothic romance in Edinburgh

The Heriot Suite at the Witchery

If The Witchery’s walls could talk, they would sing a song of the ages. It offers an all-encompassing experience in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town for those who dream with their eyes wide open, appreciate rich cultural history, and exquisite attention to detail.

This slice of 16th-century architecture was built in 1595 for merchant Thomas Lowthian and has just celebrated its 45th-anniversary under the ownership of Scotland’s best-known hotelier-restauranteur, James Thompson OBE. He is a man whose exuberant and creative spirit can be felt throughout every corner of The Witchery.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo outside The Witchery (Image: Provided)

Nestled just a sweep away from the world-famous 11th-century Edinburgh Castle, the beautifully lit outer stone walls give only a glimpse into the

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