The Raeburn, Edinburgh

• The Raeburn, a restored 1832 Georgian mansion, feels like you're staying in a stylish home, not a hotel; it's boutique, and it's cozy, in the best way.
• Great location in New Town, right near the Stockbridge market.
• Free on-site parking is available; just call ahead to reserve a spot.
• Rare for Edinburgh, the guest rooms are spacious, with big bathrooms to match.
• You'll have access to great food and drink on-site. The bar, one of the best in the city, is a local favorite, and the restaurant delivers British classics with modern touches.
• Families are welcome and can take advantage of the Deluxe Double rooms, flexible sleeping setups, and a dedicated kids' menu.
• The front patio is a great spot for a drink, especially in warmer months.

• As a historic building, the walls and floors aren't well insulated; drifting noise from the bar is to be expected (only until close), particularly in the older front rooms.
• The restaurant and bar are popular with locals, particularly on the weekends, and if rugby and cricket matches are taking place next door, it can get packed.
• Removed from the buzz of the High Street, it's a 20-minute walk to central Edinburgh, and another 5-10 minutes to Old Town highlights.

Authenticity

Built in 1832 as a grand Georgian family home, The Raeburn has been carefully restored to preserve its historic character while evolving into a boutique hotel, taking its name from celebrated Scottish portrait painter Sir Henry Raeburn. The property's original architecture is complemented by playful design details that lean into the Scottish-British aesthetic, such as giant tweed headboards, tartan textiles, and painted reproduction linenfold paneling. The first floor is a dedicated restaurant and bar space open to the public that draws in neighborhood regulars (as much as guests) and serves British classics, like their take on chicken, mushroom, and pancetta pie, alongside more modern, internationally inspired dishes. 

Location

Set on a quieter street in Stockbridge—touted as a bohemian "village within the city"—The Raeburn offers a more neighborhood-focused Edinburgh stay away from the busiest tourist zones. Guests are close to local cafés, restaurants, shops, and the popular Sunday Stockbridge Market, while Princes Street and the city center are about a 20-minute walk away, though the route includes a steep hill. And while Edinburgh's museums, theaters, shopping, and nightlife are all within easy reach, the hotel's setting among the Georgian architecture feels more residential. There's also plenty of surrounding green spaces to enjoy; the hotel backs onto cricket and rugby grounds, and the Water of Leith pedestrian pathway and Royal Botanic Garden are within 5-10 minutes' walk. Free, first-come, first-served on-site parking is available.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The Raeburn's 10 handsomely designed rooms come in Standard and Deluxe configurations, with the eight guest rooms in the modern addition notably spacious, especially by Edinburgh standards. You'll find classic comforts like Egyptian cotton sheets, thick, fluffy towels, dressing gowns, partner-style work desks, seating areas, and stocked minibars with complimentary Scottish treats, like Tunnock's Teacakes. The aesthetic pairs Scottish character and boutique playfulness, with details like tartan textiles, tweed headboards, and colorful, patterned wallpaper. Bathrooms are equally generous, featuring marble-finished rainforest showers, towel warmers, and, in Deluxe rooms, roll-top bathtubs. Light sleepers may want to note that the walls and floors are thin, and the rooms sit above a popular neighborhood bar.

Amenities

The Raeburn offers more in-house perks than many small boutique hotels, including a lively bar and restaurant, a small library lounge (often cordoned off for private events), private dining spaces, and outdoor terraces with complimentary barbecues. The bar is a local favorite for cocktails and wine, while the restaurant serves British and Scottish classics, along with a solid children's menu. Breakfast is a la carte with traditional Scottish and continental options, plus plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices. Guests can also arrange room service dining, 24-hour check-in, and taxi transfers by calling ahead. 

Family-Friendliness

You'll most likely see couples among the guests here, but The Raeburn is kid-minded: Classic Double and Twin rooms can accommodate one child with an adult, while Deluxe Double rooms can sleep up to two children alongside adults. Children under two stay free, and cots are available at no charge when requested in advance; older children can stay for an additional nightly fee with a Z-bed. And the dedicated kids' menu, "Rae-Bairns," offers approachable options like soup, chicken wings, mac and cheese, and ice cream.