Prestonfield House in Edinburgh

Built in 1687 as a grand baroque home and surrounded by gardens and Prestonfield Golf Club, this ornate hotel is 1.2 miles from Holyrood Park and 2.6 miles from Edinburgh Castle.Opulent, antiques-filled rooms have seating/dining areas, free Wi-Fi, TVs and DVD players. Suites adds bathrooms and/or views.A restaurant serves breakfast (included in room rate), plus lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Private dining rooms are available. There are several cocktail bars and public rooms including an art-filled drawing room with a fireplace. There are 2 terraces, 20 acres of private gardens, a teahouse and free parking.