About this property
Historic Setting: The ESKBANK hotel - Rathan House in Dalkeith is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace and a beautiful garden, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and soundproofing. Dining Experience: A buffet breakfast is served daily, including local specialities, warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 20 km from Edinburgh Airport, the hotel is close to attractions like Dalhousie Castle (4.4 km) and Edinburgh Castle (12 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- WiFi
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rees
United Kingdom“Proper old-fashioned Scottish hospitality, congenial host, breakfasts a treat.” - Simon
Germany“The breakfast was exceptional, freshly made and with great company.” - Tessa United Kingdom“Lovely guest house, really friendly staff plus there were dogs which is always a bonus!”
- John United Kingdom“Breakfast, great food and wonderful to be able to talk to the other guests in a relaxed atmosphere around a shared table. Such a refreshing change from the "processing" of big chain hotels.”
- Zoe United Kingdom“Great hosts. Extremely knowledgeable on local history and locations to visit.”
- Wilson
Ireland“Breakfast was a lovely surprise and the owner was very informative and entertaining. Good fun was had with the other guests at our table and it made quite an impression to interact with the other guests. 10 out of 10.” - Fleming United Kingdom“The breakfast was probably the highlight. If you like a bland, predictable experience avoid here but if you want something really different, interesting and truly Scottish this is the place for you. We were served Scottish berries with other...”
- Robert United Kingdom“The traditional Hebredean breakfast was excellent. Our hosts were wonderful and hugely knowledgeable of Scottish culture and history, we could have stayed talking for hours.”
- Donna
New Zealand“The property was within good driving distance to all the places we wanted to visit. In hindsight it would have been easier to take the bus into Edinburgh. The bus stop is close on the main road. Our hosts were great. My sister and I enjoy banter...” - Dearne
Australia“Friendly owners who made it a pleasant stay - some great local sights tips from Ewan. Loved the doggos too!”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day breakfast will not be served.
Early check-ins between 13:00 - 14:50, evening check-ins is betwwen 17:45-8:30.
There are 2 friendly dogs on the premises.
Parents must bring their own bed linen for the child's cot.
Please inform The ESKBANK hotel - Rathan House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
