One of our top picks in Edinburgh.This elegant 4-star Victorian hotel offers luxurious rooms featuring iPod docks, flat-screen TVs, sherry and shortbread. Located only 1.5 miles from the Royal Mile, with direct bus route to the city centre right outside the hotel. Kildonan Lodge provides full Scottish breakfasts, free Wi-Fi and a free private car park. Edinburgh city centre is a short 10-minute bus ride from Kildonan Lodge Hotel. Each elegant en suite room is individually decorated, providing Freeview TV, luxury toiletries and free newspapers. Some rooms have four-poster beds. Full of Victorian character, The Kildonan Lodge has a lounge with an open fire. There is an honesty bar with traditional Scottish whiskies and local beers. There is an additional lounge area offering all Sky sports channels, conservatory and private garden. The Kildonan restaurant provides freshly prepared meals using locally sourced produce. Newington is a great choice for travellers interested in scenery, Old Town exploring and friendly locals.