Accommodation
Relax and enjoy an overnight stay at The Macdonald Holyrood in luxurious, comfortable surroundings.
There are 156 delightfully appointed bedrooms in the Macdonald Holyrood. There is a choice of rooms ranging from a Club Suite on the exclusive 6th floor, with a private lounge and butler service, to our Junior Suites overlooking Arthur's Seat. All bedrooms are fully ensuite and equipped to a high standard with fluffy bathrobes, slippers, toiletries and mini bars. Complimentary water is offered.
Treat yourself and stay in one of our 23 Club Floor bedrooms situated on the top floor of the hotel, which in addition to the above include:
• private lift access
• private library, lounge and bar – to relax or work in
• champagne and canapé reception every evening
• full Scottish breakfast served in the library
Relaxation & Pampering
We combine the latest techniques with traditional technology. The first thing we do, though, is, we listen to the specific needs and treatments you have in mind. Then we discuss personalised programmes that¹ll combat the environmental, physical and mental pressures placed upon you. The Relaxation Suites found at selected hotels are areas designed with bliss in mind. Imagine soft music comforting your soul, candles creating a calming atmosphere and loungers with luxurious duvets, for some light reading or serious snoozing. Go onŠ drift off with your brain in the desired state of neutral. The treatments themselves? Only the best will do. Specialist facial and body treatments using professional products from top skin care company Decléor and Jessica Nailcare are available in either one of the Spa Seekers Day Packages. Our Hydrotherapy Bath helps to soothe and relax tired muscles. These energising options are yours at selected Macdonald hotels. Women and men should consider the 2, 3 or even the 5-day break, which is wonderfully indulgent. It includes carefully selected treatments to refresh and re-energise your mind and body.
Exercise & Activities
Whether you are reacquainting yourself with exercise or possess a good fitness level, our qualified instructors can create a tailored programme for your individual needs. The gymnasiums boast the very best in technology offering you a full workout on the most up to date, user friendly equipment.
A refreshing dip in the hotel¹s luxurious indoor pool is an ideal way to wake-up your body or work- up an appetite before lunch. Alternatively, the sauna and steam room present a well deserved soothing option. At selected clubs you will find outdoor hydrotheraphy pools, and a thermal suite introducing a selection of experiences including rock sauna, aromatheraphy steam rooms, sensation showers and cooling ice fountains.
Brisk walks amidst great natural beauty are a fine idea at any of our 20 Health and Beauty Break hotels. The scenery might change around the UK, but the reward from this exercise is surely only positive. Come to a Macdonald hotel to take in the beautiful backdrops or take on the challenges we can place before you. Apart from the gym, the hotel receptionist can not only point you in the right direction, but also help you
book any activity that interests you. It could be golf, tennis, bowls, croquet, clay pigeon shooting, fishing, squash, horse riding, badminton, snooker or even shopping! If we don¹t have it, we¹ll try to find it.
Time Out
Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities of Europe where there are many interesting and fun attractions to cater for all needs. The Macdonald Holyrood is situated close to Princes Street and the Royal Mile and also to the following tourist attractions:
Palace of Holyrood House, Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Zoo, The Royal Yacht Britannia and the National Galleries of Scotland
Cuisine
True to our Scottish heritage, OPUS 504, our Wild Fish and Chophouse, serves beef from the finest Scottish herds. Our menu is fresh and varied with Creamed Arbroath smokie, Cullen Skink, Wild sea bass, Poached smoked haddock, Fillet, Ribeye Chop and T-Bone.
Light snacks, cocktails and drinks are served in our lounge by an open fireplace, with a pianist in the evening.
Facilities
- Hot stone therapy treatment
- Oriental Massage
- Facials & body treatments
- Hydrotherapy
- Indoor pool and Sauna & steam room
- Solarium
- Salon & spa
- Relaxation suites for snoozing
- Excellent food
Activities
- Advanced gym with tailored programmes
- Close to exceptional shopping
- Walks amidst natural splendour
- From croquet to clay pigeon shooting and squash to snooker - divided between the hotels
- Other activities too numerous to mention can be arranged
- Hotel receptions are happy to help
with any enquiries
