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Hotel Spotlight: 100 Princes Street

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection unveils its crown jewel in Edinburgh: the elegant and historically rich 100 Princes Street.

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection has opened its first property in Scotland, 100 Princes Street. The boutique hotel is located in a prime location, just a stone’s throw away from Scotland’s National Gallery and directly facing Edinburgh Castle. The hotel features 30 beautifully appointed en-suite rooms and suites, each individually designed with exceptional attention to detail, making it a unique destination for discerning travellers and culture-seekers.

The inspiration behind 100 Princes Street comes from the building’s history as the former headquarters of the Royal Overseas League, which was frequented by Scottish explorers. The hotel aims to provide an exclusive, intimate and authentic Scottish experience, taking guests on a journey into Scotland’s rich cultural, historic and nautical legacy.

The hotel exudes the feeling of a private residents’ club, with an ‘anything, anytime’ ethos. The Wallace is a plush dining room, bar, lounge, and tasting room where guests feast on delicious, hearty fare prepared using the best, freshest local produce. The hotel’s talented South African chef, Wilhelm Maree, helms the kitchen. The menu pays tribute to the richness of Scotland’s ingredients, and hotel guests are invited to indulge in rare Scottish whisky tastings and refined afternoon teas.

Adjoining The Wallace is Ghillie’s Pantry, an elegant private dining room seating up to 12 guests. Intimate and stylish, the room’s walls are lined with more than 100 whiskies, including rare bottles such as Laphroaig 20-Year-Old Director’s Special and The Glenlivet 25-Year-Old Single Malt. 

Upon entering the hotel, guests are immediately invited on an artistic voyage, marked by a hand-selected array of artworks, including bespoke pieces by the notable decorative arts specialists Croxford and Saunders. A breathtaking, hand-painted mural celebrates the daring spirit and ingenuity of Scottish explorers. This masterpiece stretches the length of the majestic five-storey staircase and tells the tale of the journeys of Scottish botanists. The mural is reminiscent of vintage posters and postcards from the late Victorian to late Edwardian periods, giving it the feel of a historic book illustration from that era.

In the rooms, skilled local artisans were commissioned to create custom-made furnishings, fabrics, and artworks unique to the hotel, including five tartans by revered Scottish designer Araminta Campbell. Handpicked antiques and nautical design elements have been cleverly woven throughout the property, and come together to narrate the building’s illustrious history.

The hotel’s two signature suites, named The Archibald and The Isobel after renowned Scottish explorers Archibald Menzies and Isobel Wylie Hutchison, offer guests spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle, making them the city’s most coveted accommodation.

Exclusively for guests, 100 Princes Street presents a collection of experiences designed to showcase the beauty of Edinburgh and the idyllic Scottish countryside. These tailored adventures range from creating a personalised Scottish gin to serene fishing excursions on the River Tweed, ensuring an unforgettable stay for every refined traveller.

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