The Howard - Edinburgh, United Kingdom 
The Howard is 5 star hotel with 18 rooms and the facilities of Bar and Family Rooms.
The Howard has 4.50 mark for overall hotel rating at TripTake. (3.80 for Location, 4.50 for Rooms, 4.50 for Service, 4.20 for Value).
The hotel is recommended for Young single.
This is a luxury hotel with the rates from 145 USD to 210 USD.
The Howard is one of the recommended hotels from 100 USD to 200 USD near Assembly Rooms, it is also not far from New Club and Nobles Amusements.
The Howard details:
Small and discreet, this elegant 5-star hotel has a great setting in Edinburgh’s New Town. With a personal butler service, there is also fine dining, free parking and free internet.The Howard is made up of 3 beautiful Georgian houses with luxurious rooms. Each room features a luxury private bathroom with Penhaligons toiletries, and an interactive flat-screen TV.
A team of professional butlers is on hand to assist guests. The long list of services provided includes unpacking and packing luggage, concierge services and personal shopping.
Atholl restaurant seats only 14 people for exclusive fine dining. Guests can enjoy breakfast in bed, Afternoon Tea or in-room dining served by the private butler. Room service is available 24/7.
Guests at The Howard are less than 5 minutes’ walk from 6 art galleries. Shops and restaurants are found only a few minutes further away on foot.
The Howard offers free, secure valet parking.
There is a concierge service available during your stay and the hotel’s guest services manager will be delighted to help you to plan your visit even before you arrive. From advice on where to dine during your stay, to what to see when you visit, the hotel’s experienced and professional concierge staff are on hand to provide valuable local knowledge, as well as some tips for your onward journey. Staff can provide assistance in everything from booking luxury car hire, to decorating your room for your arrival with candles, rose petals and, of course, a bottle of champagne.
Rooms
There are 18 elegant, opulent and romantic rooms. Each room is unique and named after an Edinburgh street or district. The rooms are individually decorated in rich, colourful, contemporary fabrics to create a traditional look and a deeply relaxing, romantic ambience.All of The Howard's luxury hotel rooms are full of Georgian character, intimate and truly romantic.
Facilities
General: Free Parking, Parking (fee required), Restaurant, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Breakfast Buffet, Non-Smoking Rooms, All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking, Telephone, Television with Cable, Continental Breakfast, Hair dryer, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled, Private Bathroom, Parking
Activities: Massage, Lounge
Services: Internet Services, Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Airport Shuttle, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Concierge, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room
Location: City Centre
Dining
The Atholl started life as a private dining room for guests. Its elegant, flower-filled, Georgian setting, intimate atmosphere, fine wine list and expertly prepared modern Scottish menu attracted an enthusiastic and knowledgeable local clientele as well. Today, the Atholl has evolved into a sought-after restaurant that is one of Edinburgh's best-kept secrets.The restaurant can only seat 14 people at a time, so reservations are strongly recommended.
Alternatively, you can dine in the comfort of your own room. Select your meal from the à la carte menu and dinner will be served to you by your dedicated butler. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
A range of options are available for breakfast, including a full traditional cooked Scottish breakfast, as well as a range of lighter options. For a little luxury and some well-deserved pampering, you can even choose breakfast in bed.
Hotel policies
Check-In
15:00
Check-Out
12:00
Cancellation
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later, the first night will be charged.
In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
If cancelled later, the first night will be charged.
In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children
All children are welcome.
All children under 8 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 30 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximu
All children under 8 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 30 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximu
Pre-pay
No deposit will be charged.
Extra charges
20 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Dining
Full English breakfast costs GBP 16.50 per person per night.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
What Travellers Like
- In a quiet block, nearby are a number of galleries as well as restaurants and large lounge area plus large bathroom. This hotel is fantastic, the butler service is wonderful and the rooms are spacious. Breakfast is very good. . Read review
Posted: Mar 27, 2011 - Einem riesigen Bett und das Restaurant ist gut. . Read review
Posted: Mar 06, 2011 - Große Suite, altmodischen Badewanne und der Tee am Nachmnittag ist sehr gut. . Read review
Posted: Mar 06, 2011 - The location is perfect, they are the most accommodating small hotel that we have ever stayed in and mostly because of the superb staff really go out of their way to look after your every need. The bathroom is lovely and the food is just amazing. . Read review
Posted: Mar 27, 2011 - Great location and hotel facilities were very comfortable. Staff were lovely, a bathroom that was very nice and the food was very good. Dinner was also excellent. . Read review
Posted: Mar 27, 2011
Travellers Reviews
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Posted: Sun, Mar 27 2011
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5Service: 5Value: 5
The Howard was staffed by friendly and the office staff was extremley accomodating. Rooms were lovely, breakfast was good. ... Read entire review 5Service: 5Value: 5more on Synthesis Reviews
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4.8
Great location and hotel facilities were very comfortable. Staff were lovely, a bathroom that was very nice and the food was very good. Dinner was also excellent. ... Read entire review 5Rooms: 5Service: 5Value: 4.8more on Synthesis Reviews
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out of 5.0
Posted: Sun, Mar 27 2011
Location: 5Rooms: 5Service: 5Value: 5
In a quiet block, nearby are a number of galleries as well as restaurants and large lounge area plus large bathroom. This hotel is fantastic, the butler service is wonderful and the rooms are spacious. Breakfast is very good. ... Read entire review 5Rooms: 5Service: 5Value: 5more on Synthesis Reviews
5
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Posted: Sun, Mar 27 2011
Location: 5Rooms: 5Service: 5Value: 5Dining: 5
The location is perfect, they are the most accommodating small hotel that we have ever stayed in and mostly because of the superb staff really go out of their way to look after your every need. The bathroom is lovely and the food is just amazing. ... Read entire review 5Rooms: 5Service: 5Value: 5Dining: 5more on Synthesis Reviews
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Posted: Sun, Mar 06 2011
Rooms: 5
Große Suite, altmodischen Badewanne und der Tee am Nachmnittag ist sehr gut. ... Read entire review 5more on Synthesis Reviews
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