The Howard Hotel Edinburgh, with Parking! The Howard is privately owned and is run by The Town House Company, which is chaired by Peter Taylor, our owner. Peter Taylor's private collection gives you refreshing and memorable experiences throughout his family of 4 and 5 star town house hotels, which also include Channings, The Bonham and The Edinburgh Residence. The Howard is the most discreet 5-star hotel in Edinburgh - attention to detail together with the personal touch will ensure you feel special. Recently awarded five black stars by The AA. Imagine a Georgian retreat in the city centre of Scotland's Capital City. Yours to call 'home' for the duration of your stay in Edinburgh. A gem of a small hotel, you will be treated like a guest in a private residence. On arrival at The Howard, you will be taken directly to your room (registration is so discreet that you will hardly notice it) where you can begin to enjoy your stay at The Howard. The Oval and Cumberland offer the most exclusive and discreet in Edinburgh. This elegant Georgian setting is perfect for your personal entertaining and private corporate gatherings. The Howard is. 7 minute walk from George Street, where Edinburgh's chic designer boutiques can be found 6 minute taxi journey from Edinburgh Waverley train station 9 miles from Edinburgh Airport From the moment you arrive, your dedicated will tend to your every need - from unpacking your bags and serving afternoon tea in the Drawing Room to co-ordinating your social itinerary and serving a three-course dinner in your suite, so that you can totally relax. During your stay, you'll be taken back to the time of traditional Georgian pampering, as you relax in one of our eighteen individually characterised. (some bathrooms even have freestanding roll top baths). All bedrooms at the Howard are equipped with eTV - a television / in-room entertainment centre which includes: A variety of channels available for viewing. Movies on demand - from blockbusters to classics (charges apply). All movies purchased are available for a full 24 hours - start, stop, pause, rewind, fast-foward or play again! Internet access through the television. Using the keyboard you can browse the web; you can even check your office e-mail using the 'e-mail anywhere' feature. Radio - a selection of national and international radio stations are available to be played through the television. Music jukebox - a library of songs is available to be played through the television - just like a jukebox. Hotel information and special offers. 'Dining at The Atholl' is an experience full of decadent pleasures. You'll enjoy dinner, which will be meticulously prepared by our dedicated team of chefs, and attention to detail in this warm and exclusive Georgian setting. Alternatively, dine in the comfort of your. Select your meal from the a la carte menu, and dinner will be served to you by your dedicated butler. And remember, room service is available 24 hours a day. and for an even more discreet experience, we have three exclusive suites with their very own terraced gardens and private entrances. This means you have an even more private and personalised stay. You can check in to your room from 3pm on the day of arrival, and have the convenience of checking out at 12noon on the day of departure, should you have a late start. Airport transfers can be arranged on request. Easy, quick and stress-free providing you with the time to relax. Parking is available at the back of the hotel. If you would like us to help with any arrangements prior to your arrival at the Howard Hotel, for example with car hire, restaurant bookings, etc. please contact our guest services co-ordinator via and we will be delighted to help you.

Romantic Bedrooms and Suites. The Howard provides luxury accommodation in recently renovated bedrooms, unparalleled in Edinburgh. A dedicated team of Butlers to tend to your every need. LCD flat screen television and remote control, with 55 cable channels eTV - a television / in room entertainment centre which includes a variety of channels, movies on demand, internet access, radio, a music jukebox and hotel information. A full Valet service. Same day laundry and dry-cleaning services. Penhaligons Blenheim Bouquet toiletries. Breakfast in bed - or in The Atholl, served just how you like it - full Scottish or something lighter. A choice of 5 star in-room dining or Dining at The Atholl, including 24-hour room service. Free secure valet parking. Baby sitting service*. Private dining facilities. Wireless internet access in all public areas and events rooms. Aiport transfers can be arranged on request; easy, quick and stress-free providing you with the time to relax. In room massage treatments * denotes available on request. The Howard is the most discreet, romantic 5-star hotel in Edinburgh - attention to detail together with the personal touch will ensure you feel special.

The Howard, Small Luxury Hotel. Discreet and Spacious Terraced Suites. For the ultimate indulgence, the five star Howard Hotel houses 3 deluxe and discreet terraced suites to choose from: Marchmont, Lauriston and Trinity. Each of these suites have their very own terraced garden and private entrance leading up onto the cobbled Great King Street for the most private and personalised stay. All enjoy spacious master bedrooms, separate seating and dining areas and are opulently decorated with classic and contemporary furnishings and rich textures. Marble bathrooms, with fluffy bath towels, luxurious bathrobes and slippers complete these spacious suites. 'Marchmont', the Howard's grand suite, is sumptuously decorated with vivid deep colours and features a separate drawing room with real effect gas fire for cosy evenings in. There is also a large master bedroom with king-sized canopy bed and separate spacious bathroom with a double jacuzzi bath. A small private kitchen complete with refreshments, hob and microwave make this a truly heavenly home from home! 'Trinity' features a deep square bath (large enough for two) and a revitalising rain shower. It is elegantly decorated in classical Georgian style, with rich textured fabrics in chocolate and coffee colours. Decorated in warm tones of cream 'Lauriston' features a dramatic bathroom with a double walk in shower and an elegant traditional free-standing slipper bath.

Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre. A City Centre Location. The Howard is conveniently located in Edinburgh city centre. The Howard Hotel 34 Great King Street. Edinburgh. EH3 6QH Tel: +44 (0)131 557 3500 to view and print a detailed street map. Edinburgh has 2 stations, Waverley and Haymarket. Waverley is the main station, situated just off Princes Street - 1 mile away and is approximately 5 minutes by taxi to the hotel. Haymarket station is to the west of the city centre approximately 1.5 miles from the hotel and will take about 10 minutes in a taxi. Edinburgh has direct trains to London (journey time 4hr 30mins), which depart and arrive every half an hour. Edinburgh is also easily accessible by train from Newcastle, York, Leeds and Manchester. Trains arrive/depart from Glasgow every 15 minutes. Rail travel can be booked through. The Trainline website. Edinburgh's main bus station is situated on St. Andrews Square, ten minutes walk from the Howard and has regular services to cities across Scotland and the UK. National bus travel can be booked through. Nos. 23 27 have stops on Dundas Street, 20m from the hotel entrance, we can arrange for a member of our butler team to meet you at the bus stop. Public transport routes across Scotland can be planned through or by calling 0870 608 2608. We have our own private car park at the rear of the hotel which is available free of charge for our guests. Our Senior Porter, Roy Thomson will be on hand to park the car for you when you arrive and we would happily arrange for a full car valet should you require it. Travelling From the West and the Airport From the M8 Eastbound, take A8 and after the airport to your left keep in the right lane, then under the underpass. Go straight on at major lights. Keep on this road for approximately 4 miles until you reach Princes Street (after Shandwick Place). Carry on to Princes Street and take the first left onto South South Charlotte Street. Go straight ahead and down the hill. Take a right (no left turn) onto Albyn Place, leading to Queen Street. Once on Queen street, take the 2nd turning on your left onto Queen Street Gardens East and then the 3rd right onto Great King Street. The Howard is situated within the first block on the left hand side. From the North Approach Edinburgh on the A90 from the Forth Road Bridge and follow signs for the city centre. At the Holiday Inn Garden Court Hotel (Right), take right fork on the road. Continue straight on at a roundabout and aim for the town centre. You will cross a large old bridge (Dean Bridge) about 1 mile from the roundabout. Upon leaving the bridge, there will be a small hill. Take the first left after the bridge at the traffic lights on to Randolph Crescent. Take the first left and right at the mini-roundabout onto St Colme Street, leading to Queen Street. Once on Queen street, take the 2nd turning on your left onto Dundas Street and then the 3rd right onto Great King Street. The Howard is situated within the first block on the left hand side. From the South The A1 North will bring you right into Edinburgh's city centre.Drive past the Playhouse (on your left) and take the second exit at the immediate roundabout (by the cinema/Omni Centre). Drive along York Place, which becomes Queen Street, Take the second right along Queen Street Gardens West, which becomes Howe Street. Take the third right turn which is Great King Street. Travel along the cobbled street and go straight over the traffic lights, The Howard is almost immediately on the left hand side. From the A7 or A68 turn left onto bypass A720 and then right, off the bypass, onto A702. From A702 and A703 go over bypass staying on A702. Stay on to Comiston Road, Morningside Road, Bruntsfield Place - past the Kings Theatre on the right. Keep in the left lane and bear left at lights onto Lothian Road. At the end take a right onto Princes Street and immediate left onto South Charlotte Street. Go straight ahead and down the hill. Take a right (no left turn) onto St Colme Street, leading to Queen Street. Once on Queen street, take the 2nd turning on your left onto Dundas Street and then the 3rd right onto Great King Street. The Howard is situated within the first block on the left hand side. From the A70 go into town and from Dalry Road keep in the left lane. You'll join Haymarket Terrace. Carry on to Princes Street and take the first left onto South South Charlotte Street. Go straight ahead and down the hill. Take a right (no left turn) onto St Colme Street, leading to Queen Street. Once on Queen street, take the 2nd turning on your left onto Dundas Street and then the 3rd right onto Great King Street. The Howard is situated within the first block on the left hand side. If you would like more information or help with arranging your transportation to or from the Howard Hotel, please and we will be happy to help.