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The Howard an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
34 Great King Street
Edinburgh
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
EH3 6QH
United Kingdom
The dining at the Howard is an experience in itself. The hotel's restaurant, The Atholl, offers a selection of traditional Scottish dishes with a modern twist. The chefs use the finest locally sourced ingredients to create a menu that changes seasonally, ensuring freshness and variety. Afternoon tea is also served in the drawing room, a perfect place to relax and enjoy a selection of teas, sandwiches, pastries, and cakes.
Located in the city's fashionable New Town, The Howard provides easy access to a plethora of attractions. It's a short walk to Princes Street, George Street, and the Royal Mile, all offering a variety of shops, restaurants, and historic landmarks. Key attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, the Scottish National Gallery, and the Royal Botanic Garden are also within close proximity. The hotel's location, combined with its superb service and refined elegance, makes The Howard an ideal choice for those seeking a luxurious and intimate stay in Scotland's capital.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 134 feet / 40.9 metres above sea level
Portobello West Beach
Near Edinburgh - a sandy composition 3 miles away.
Portobello Beach
Near Edinburgh - a sandy composition 3.2 miles away.
Silverknowes Beach
Near Edinburgh - a sandy composition 3.5 miles away.
Cramond Beach
Near Edinburgh - a sandy composition 3.9 miles away.
Fisherrow West Beach
Near Musselburgh - a sandy and shingle composition 5 miles away.
Facilities at the accommodation
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Lift / Elevator
Concierge Services
Meeting Rooms
Conference Space
Garden
Air Conditioning
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Valet Parking
Free newspapers at reception
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Lift / Elevator
Concierge Services
Meeting Rooms
Conference Space
Garden
Air Conditioning
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Valet Parking
Free newspapers at reception
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Fife Airport Kinglassie Fife
KY6 2SL
15.4 miles Cumbernauld Airport
Cumbernauld North Lanarkshire
G68 0HH
29.9 miles
Motorways
M8 Junction 1 5.0 miles M90 Junction 1
Edinburgh
7.4 miles M9 Junction 1
Edinburgh Airport , Broxburn, Uphall, Bathgate
7.9 miles
Railway Stations
Waverley (Edinburgh) station code = EDB
EH1 1BG
0.5 miles Edinburgh Waverley
station code = EDB
EH1 1BG
0.5 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Howard an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh
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Princes Street Edinburgh -
EH2 3AB
NT 25228 73836
= listed.cheer.quest Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
EH2 3AB
NT 25228 73836
= listed.cheer.quest Hotels nearby.
The main shopping street in Edinburgh and also a tourist destination. There are lots of shops, some restaurant's and a couple of hotels mainly on one side of the street, the other side has views of the castle and monuments and Waverley station is close by on the eastern end
0.4m / 0.6km -
Edinburgh Castle -
EH1 2NG
NT 25066 73533
= loft.hints.needed Hotels nearby. 9 minutes walk
EH1 2NG
NT 25066 73533
= loft.hints.needed Hotels nearby.
The castle has to be one of Edinburgh's iconic tourist destinations. The Castle is perched high up above the city on a volcanic plug, the known as "Castle Rock" giving it a great defensive advantage.
0.6m / 1km -
Scottish National Gallery -
EH2 2EL
NT 25388 73846
= basin.dish.lease Hotels nearby. 6 minutes walk
EH2 2EL
NT 25388 73846
= basin.dish.lease Hotels nearby.
Located near Princes Street and Waverly station, the gallery hold artworks from both local Scottish contributors and European masterpieces
0.4m / 0.6km -
St Giles Cathedral -
EH1 1RE
NT 25728 73590
= villa.venues.twig Hotels nearby. 10 minutes walk
EH1 1RE
NT 25728 73590
= villa.venues.twig Hotels nearby.
A church in the Old Town of Edinburgh, also known as the "High Kirk of Edinburgh" . There are boof guided walking tours, and guided rooftop tours.
0.7m / 1.1km -
Princes Street Gardens -
EH2 2HG
NT 25158 73704
= amber.yard.porch Hotels nearby. 8 minutes walk
EH2 2HG
NT 25158 73704
= amber.yard.porch Hotels nearby.
A large green oasis in the centre of Edinburgh next to the hustle and bustle of the shopping district. With plenty of trees and several monuments, it is a good place to relax and enjoy the calm surroundings for a while
0.5m / 0.8km -
Calton Hill -
EH7 5AA
NT 26249 74218
= leap.spare.tricks Hotels nearby.
0.7m / 1.1km - 10 minutes walk
EH7 5AA
NT 26249 74218
= leap.spare.tricks Hotels nearby.
A hill within Regent Gardens close to the city centre with paved access and great views over the city
Elevation = 103 Meters / 337.9 Feet0.7m / 1.1km -
Edinburgh Playhouse -
EH1 3AA
NT 26109 74413
= stiff.cones.makes Hotels nearby. 8 minutes walk
EH1 3AA
NT 26109 74413
= stiff.cones.makes Hotels nearby.
An old style playhouse and a a Grade I Listed Building with multi- tiered circle and balcony seating has the largest capacity of seats of any working theatre in the UK at 3059. The venue now shows music concerts, musicales, comedy, and dance
0.5m / 0.8km -
The Nelson Monument -
EH7 5AA
NT 26251 74118
= flats.opens.clues Hotels nearby. 10 minutes walk
EH7 5AA
NT 26251 74118
= flats.opens.clues Hotels nearby.
A Monument to lord Nelson with Regent Gardens with a time ball at the top and great views over the city and sea
0.7m / 1.1km -
Dean Gardens -
EH4 1PT
NT 24370 74101
= merit.sleepy.part Hotels nearby. 9 minutes walk
EH4 1PT
NT 24370 74101
= merit.sleepy.part Hotels nearby.
Edinburghs largest private gardens with membership open to all
0.6m / 1km -
National Monument Of Scotland -
EH7 5AA
NT 26301 74148
= types.forced.chips Hotels nearby. 11 minutes walk
EH7 5AA
NT 26301 74148
= types.forced.chips Hotels nearby.
a large monument in memorial to Napoleonic Wars and the Scots who fought - location on Carlton Hill Regents Gardens
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Frequently Asked Questions.
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