The Original Raj Hotel - Edinburgh

Ideally located for exploring the historic city of Edinburgh, this beautiful Victorian townhouse has been transformed into a unique Indian-themed B&B in the Murrayfield area of the city. Opened in Spring 2000, the Original Raj Hotel is the UK's first Indian-themed accommodation. It features individually-designed en suite rooms with Indian canopy beds and traditional Indian hardwood furnishings, handmade in Jaipur. The Raj Hotel provides the perfect base for independent travellers, romantic weekenders, business people and families who are looking for genuinely exceptional experience in the centre of Edinburgh at reasonable prices.

The Original Raj is situated within 1 mile of the city centre. Local attractions include: Edinburgh Zoo - home to the world’s most northerly penguins (3 km); the Water of Leith Walkway, where you can follow the river downstream to the footbridge to the rear entrance of the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art; and the Dean Gallery, which houses a good collection of Surrealists and many works by Edinburgh sculptor Sir Eduardo Paolozzi.

The hotel is located 2 minutes away from the bus stop and between Murrayfield and Haymarket train station. Edinburgh Airport and the main A8 road are also easily accessible.

Start your day with a continental breakfast, served buffet-style, in the dining room, which has a magnificent silver elephant throne from Jaipur. The hotel does not serve lunches or evening meals but there are a number of restaurants in the area, including The Raj, founded by Tommy Miah, Edinburgh's best Indian restaurant in Leith. If you choose to bring in a takeaway, the hotel can provide cutlery.