Step into an artist’s dream with a visit to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year – a land where performers, comedians, and artists come together to celebrate creative freedom and experimentation. Where everyone has a stage, and everyone has a seat. 

If you’re visiting Scotland this year for Edinburgh Fringe, why not consider a stay at Dalhousie Castle Hotel, a historic Scottish hotel set on eleven acres of countryside and wooded valleys? It’s a fairytale stay, perfect for an experience set straight out of fiction. 

Exploring Edinburgh Fringe Festival

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival Society is the organisation behind the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, bringing the three-week festival of performing arts into the world each August. Starting in 1947, the legendary festival showcases talent from every genre, including theatre, circus, cabaret, and comedy. This year, there will be more than 3,700 acts performing from the 7th to the 31st of August, delighting millions of visitors from across the globe, drawing the unique sights set to bring the city to life.

The Perfect Edinburgh Fringe Festival Hotel Stay 

Located outside of the busy City Centre of Edinburgh, Dalhousie Castle Hotel is an excellent option for accommodation during your Scottish cultural visit. Our Scottish Castle Hotel is unlike any other in the area, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in Scottish heritage and discover the history of the surroundings, while discovering enchanting hidden rooms and picturesque gardens. End your evening of laughter and delight with dinner in the Dungeon Restaurant or punctuate your creative stay with a peaceful wander through the castle estate. 

Getting to Edinburgh Fringe from Dalhousie Castle Hotel 

It’s a simple journey to get from Dalhousie Castle Hotel to the events in the city for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival – making it a perfect option if you’re looking to enjoy the performances. 

Dalhousie Castle is just eight miles from the centre of Edinburgh. The easiest way to get into the city centre is by taxi, which will take around 25 minutes.

The number 31 bus makes the journey from Burnbrae Road in Bonnyrigg to Princes Street in Edinburgh every 20 minutes and costs just £3. It’s just a 20-minute walk to the bus stop from the hotel. 

Alternatively, you can get into the city by train. The nearest train station, Newtongrange Station, is just 1.7 miles from the castle, with trains running to the city centre (Edinburgh Waverley Station) every 30 minutes, with a 22-minute journey time.

If you have any questions about transport or would like a recommendation for a local taxi company, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with hotel staff at 01875 820153.

How many days should you stay for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival? 

There’s no set recommendation for Edinburgh Fringe Festival stays. While it officially runs for 25 days, most visitors choose a few favourites from the over 3,500 shows taking place through the August festival. 

We would suggest that four to five days will allow you time to take in a variety of incredible performers, explore the city, and take a moment or two of rest and relaxation in our stunning Scottish castle hotel near Edinburgh. But if you’re looking to extend your trip, Dalhousie Castle and Spa offers ample experiences to fill the rest of your trip to the Scottish capital, from falconry to whisky tasting. 

Book your accommodation for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival now

With flexible cancellation policies, no deposit required, check-in from 3:00 pm, and our best available rate offer, indulge in an unforgettable stay at Dalhousie Castle Hotel.

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