Last Janaury Covid restrictions meant that a visit to a spa hotel was fraught with difficulty, but this year the relatively relaxed rules mean that the hospitality industry is back in business.
Edinburgh has a wealth of luxurious hotels that offer a range of treatments, leisure facilities and the all-important swimming pool – along with restaurants and bars offering the finest food and drink.
These are places where you can kick back, relax, and let the attentive staff take care of everything for you.
Even if you live in Edinburgh these are places that are well worth a visit - for a touch of luxury close to home.
If all that sounds good, here are Edinburgh's best spa hotels, according to reviewers at www.booking.com, where reservations can be made.
It goes without saying that you should check the Scottish Government’s latest Covid advice before booking.
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These are places where you can kick back, relax, and let the attentive staff take care of everything for you.
5. Best Western Kings Manor
Just a 10 minute walk from Portobello Beach, Best Western Kings Manor is a great base from which to explore Edinburgh's seaside suburb. For those not wanting to brave a dip in the ocean, there's a 20 yard swimming pool along with a gym. Guests can also use the Fountain Spa Leisure Club, which has a sauna, a steam room, a spa bath, a tennis court, and a beauty therapy suite. Those wanting to eat at the hotel can choose from the traditional Lauders Restaurant or the informal bistro.
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6. Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
A former railway station located at the west end of Princes Street, The Caledonian was brought into the Waldorf Astoria group of hotels in 2011. A landmark in its own right, the hotel has unobstructed views of Edinburgh Castle, guests enjoy access to the Guerlain Spa, which offers an array of treatments as well as a steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, swimming pool and gym. Enjoy an opulent afternoon tea in Peacock Alley, drinks at The Caley Bar, and a meal at the award-winning restaurant Grazing by Mark Greenaway.
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7. Norton House Hotel & Spa
The Norton House Hotel & Spa is set in a Victorian mansion nestled in 55 acres of grounds near Edinburgh Airport, just outside the Capital. The spa has a sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool and treatment rooms, while the health club has gym and a swimming pool with feature fountains. The hotel's brasserie offers traditional British cuisine, while the Glass Lounge serves classic cocktails and tasty afternoon teas.
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8. Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Just a 20 minute drive from Edinbugh, the 13th century Dalhousie Castle feels a million miles away from the Capital. Set in acres of wooded parkland on the banks of the River Esk, the spa offers a range of treatments, along with hydro facilities including a massaging jet pool, sauna, and steam pool. Archery, clay pigeon shooting, and falconry can also be enjoyed. Atmospheric dining is available at the 2 AA Rosette Dungeon Restaurant, while the Orangery is a more informal option with river views.
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