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Borthwick Castle

North Middleton, EH23 4QY, Scotland
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Borthwick Castle
4.5 of 5 stars 65 Reviews
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DC
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Staying here was a truly unique experience. The castle itself was gorgeous and I was absolutely floored by the food and service. After the delicious warm bread, starters and main dish, I was completely stuffed, and David (the host/waiter/guide extraordinaire) kindly agreed hold our desert for an hour or so. We later returned to the hall and huge roaring fire... More

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London, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Excellent local food served by friendly staff, beautiful great hall with spectacular open fireplace, the rooms have been restored to their original layout which is very rare. Warm and friendly atmosphere - perfect to return back to after a day in the harsh Scottish weather. Unique and amazing experience 10/10.

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St.Petersburg
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
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Great medieval castle for those who want to experience something unusual and mysterious. The rooms are very comfortable and clean. In the evening you can sit by the huge fireplace on comfortable couches sipping a soft drink or a glass of wine with relaxing music as a background. Stuff is very friendly and the service is great! In the evening... More

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yorkshire
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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My partner and I stayed here as we had never stayed in a castle before.... it was gawjuss. ,amazing food, lovely bedrooms the best bit was the dining hall I felt like a princess, eating in front of a coat of armour n- not a hotel but a little bit of magic

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Guelph, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
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The tour was great and the food was even better. Best lamb I have ever had. Would love to stay and witness some hauntings.

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Vancouver, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011
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My partner and I stayed here as we had never stayed in a castle before.... it was absolutely perfect. From the welcoming and relaxing coffee in front of the incredible fireplace, to the very interesting tour of the castle, to the knowledgeable staff, and in the amazing food, it was the perfect castle stay! The chef was very accommodating to... More

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Holywell, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011
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Wendy and Mike were married at the castle on Thursday 8th December amid the gales. What a stormy start to a marriage, however, in the castle everything was calm and serene. We stayed in the Red room and what a room it is, unfortunately minus the ghost this time. We have stayed in many castles but none as magnificent and... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011
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One of the requireds for our family vacation to Europe this past summer was an overnight in a real castle. Since we were to be in Scotland for a bit I thought "no problem". However, not as easy as it sounds. There are lots of "castle hotels" to be found in Scotland, but not as many 'proper' castle experiences. Many,... More

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Edinburgh
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2011

My husband and myself went here last night for my birthday dinner. The staff were amazing, we got a tour of the castle before dinner and the atmosphere was brilliant! For starter I has mushroom soup that was very tasty, ross had the black and white pudding tower that was just a piece of white and black pudding. For main... More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2011
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We started off our honeymoon here through clans and castles. We stayed in the haunted Red Room, full four poster with red tapestries adorning the walls very atmospheric! No TV or internet connections are available to preserve the authenticity of this place. This really is a spectacular and authentic castle. After an interesting and informative guided tour of the castle... More

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North Middleton, EH23 4QY, Scotland
Price range (per night):* 193 AUD

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