Recommended by a colleague for a business trip I wasn't expecting too much. However, from the moment I arrived I was absolutely delighted.
Interesting and quirky old place loaded with character which is exactly what you want from a hotel in a city like Edinburgh.
The staff were wonderfully friendly and helpful recommending some good restaurants that I really appreciated.
The room was spotless with fantastic views and comfy beds. Breakfast was great and I really can't fault the place.
If you want corporate blandness don't bother with this place. If you want old fashioned charm and good service, don't hesitate!

Late booking on a 2 night stay up with friends to watch the Rugby international at Murrayfield. Melvin House was a great find at a very reasonable price for 2 twin bedded rooms. Set in a charming, elegant, quiet part of Georgian Edinburgh yet only a short walk from Princes Street and all the city centre attractions. This grand townhouse hotel is full of character, has friendly staff, large clean bedrooms and a very good breakfast. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

One last snippet for those who are interested; on street car parking is pay by meter Monday to Friday but is free at weekends.

My boyfriend and I found a great deal online so booked up straight away. We weren't expecting anything too plush because of the price and also the photos show that the hotel isn't too modern (they have kept a dated fashion to suit the building).

The reception is quite dark and gave me the feeling that we were in some of horror film but it was very quaint. The reception desk is tucked round the corner which I thought was sweet.

We stayed in the four poster bed room which was lovely, again dated but lovely. The sheets were clean, as was the bathroom. The sink is in the main room next to the bathroom but adds to the character of the whole hotel. The room was quite and warm (just make sure you turn the radiator up). We were doing cartwheels in the room, so that shows how spacious it is!!

The breakfast was amazing! We were slightly hungover so needed a good hearty breakfast and that is what we got. Trust me, you will not be disappointed.

One thing you MUST do if you stay there...have a look at the library in the hotel, you will feel like you have just discovered a secret room! It really is worth a look.

Location is great. 3 minute walk to the West End (cool shops, bars and restaurants) and a 10 minute walk to the main shopping strip.

Overall, we enjoyed our stay. One downside is the parking. We went on a Saturday and the parking is free AFTER 6.30 and all day Sunday but is £2.00 per hour before that right outside the hotel. The hotel do offer alternatives that are free but a 10 minute walk away.

My wife, daughter, and I were stranded in Edinburgh because of snow- no flights in or out of the airport for 4 days. It was a pretty stressful situation to be in with a 16-month old. We were directed to the Melvin House from the airport, and from the moment we arrived, we were put at ease by the fantastic staff, in particular a gentleman named Paul. He gave us advice on where to eat and what to see, so that we could make the most of our time there. The hotel itself is beautiful- stone steps, carved wooden stair rails, and in a quaint location, as well. It was a mere two block walk until we reached shops and restaurants. The staff was very accommodating (we were constantly calling to re-reserve the room, because our flights kept getting canceled), and never once made us feel that we were putting them out. If we ever get back to Edinburgh, we will absolutely stay with them again. Give the Melvin House Hotel a try, and you won't regret it!