CastleView Guest House

Castle View Guest House occupies the former birthplace of Kenneth Grahame (1859-1932), author of The Wind in the Willows and The Reluctant Dragon. Both books were adapted into films by Disney.

Born on 8th March 1859, Graham spent much of his first year at Castle Terrace before his family relocated to the west coast of Scotland and then on to Berkshire where he lived with Granny Ingles.

His most celebrated book The Wind in the Willows is still enjoyed by adults and children today, whether in book form or in the films, while Toad remains one of the most celebrated and beloved characters of the book. The Wind in the Willows won the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in 1958. In the heart of Edinburghs New Town, Castle Street Hotel is less than 100 metres from Princes Street. It has lovely views of Edinburgh Castle and offers free Wi-Fi.

Stylish, classically decorated rooms all feature a TV, free tea and coffee and ironing facilities. They either have in-room bathroom facilities or a separate private bathroom.

Castle View is set across several floors of a Georgian town house, which is also the birthplace of the author of The Wind in the Willows. It is surrounded by bars, shops and is 0.5 miles from the Scottish Gallery. Please inform Castle Street Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that until further notice the reception team is available to assist guests with enquiries via email and over the phone under restricted hours: between 09:30 and 17:00 on Mondays to Fridays.

When you make your booking, please inform Castle View Guest House of your estimated time of arrival, using the comments field provided.

Please note some of the rooms require guests to climb a number of stairs.

Due to the age and listed nature of the building, there is no elevator, however hotel staff will offer to help with luggage where possible.

Please note no smoking in the building and the charge for anyone found smoking is GBP 100.00 to cover cleaning.

Guests causing any damage will be held responsible for costs.

No visitors allowed unless by arrangement.

Please also note if you have any special requirements such as food allergies, limited mobility or disability you should inform the hotel at the time of booking.

As the building is historical there is no lift and guests will be required to climb stairs. There are no facilities for guests with mobility issues.