Cheval The Edinburgh Grand

Cheval The Edinburgh Grand Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Cheval The Edinburgh Grand feels like stepping into a beautifully restored Georgian mansion — which, honestly, is pretty much what you’re doing. The building sits right on St Andrew Square, and I mean right there in the heart of Edinburgh‘s New Town, where the architecture is so perfectly preserved you’ll find yourself constantly looking up at the facades. This five-star property has that rare quality where luxury feels understated rather than showy, with elegant interiors that complement rather than compete with the historic bones of the building.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s brilliant about this spot? You’re literally surrounded by some of Edinburgh’s best shopping and dining, but it never feels touristy or overwhelming. St Andrew Square is this lovely Georgian square that locals actually use — there’s a proper sense of neighborhood here. Princes Street is just a two-minute walk, which means you can pop out for shopping or catch a bus anywhere in the city without planning your whole day around transport. The couples who stay here absolutely rave about the location, and I get it — there’s something romantic about wandering these historic streets together, especially in the evening when the old stone buildings catch the light just right.

The Apartment Experience

These aren’t hotel rooms in the traditional sense — they’re proper serviced apartments with full kitchens, which changes everything about how you experience the city. Each apartment feels like a pied-à-terre that some very stylish Edinburgh resident might actually live in, with contemporary furnishings that somehow work perfectly within the period architecture. The kitchen setup is particularly well thought out — not just a mini-fridge and microwave situation, but actual cooking facilities if you want to pick up ingredients from the nearby markets. Having that extra space to spread out, especially if you’re staying for more than a night or two, makes such a difference to how relaxed you feel.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast here strikes that perfect balance between hearty and refined — they do a proper Full English that’ll set you up for a day of exploring, but they’ve also got excellent vegetarian options that go well beyond the usual afterthought fare. What I particularly appreciate is how they source locally where possible, so you’re getting a real taste of Scottish produce. The restaurant space itself has this lovely morning light that streams in through those tall Georgian windows, making breakfast feel like a proper event rather than just fuel for the day ahead.

Why Guests Love It

There’s something about staying here that makes you feel like you’re living in Edinburgh rather than just visiting it. Maybe it’s the apartment-style setup, or the fact that you’re in such a genuinely central location without being on a busy tourist strip, but guests consistently mention feeling at home here. The service strikes that lovely Scottish balance of being genuinely helpful without being intrusive — they’ll sort out whatever you need, but they’re not hovering. For couples especially, there’s a romantic quality to the whole experience that goes beyond just having a nice room — it’s about having your own elegant Edinburgh base where you can really settle in and enjoy the city at your own pace.

The luxury concierge service in Edinburgh secures royal garden soirees, after-hours gallery previews, and helicopter jaunts to Highland estates.

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