Shieldhill Castle in Liberton: Photos and Reviews

Shieldhill Castle is a 14-room castle estate located in Libberton, 47 km from the National Museum of Scotland and 44 km from Edinburgh Airport. The property has a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge, and a restaurant. A bar, room service, and a concierge service are available for guests. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The castle rooms are especially beautiful, and the bridal suite offers plenty of space for a large group getting ready in the morning. The building and grounds are suited for wedding photography.

The hotel has hosted weddings arranged in as little as 7 weeks, with staff checking on guests regularly throughout the event. The chef, Suzanne, handles the menu, from breakfast to canapés, wedding dinner, and evening buffet. A marquee on the ground floor of the castle provides additional event space. The venue has accessible courtyard rooms and only two small steps to the dance floor, which can be accessed with a portable ramp. The team, including host Jane, coordinates every detail of the celebration. Guests who booked all rooms for their wedding received positive feedback on the food and service.

An à la carte, Full English/Irish, or vegetarian breakfast is available each morning. The evening meal menu includes brie, steak, and duck dishes, all cooked well according to guest reviews. The restaurant is complemented by a bar offering wine and champagne. Special diet menus and kids' meals are provided. Packed lunches can be arranged for day trips. Room service is available for in-room dining.

The hotel has 14 rooms, including Standard Double Rooms and a Deluxe Double Room designed for disabled access. All rooms include a flat-screen TV. Lower bathroom sinks and toilets with grab rails are fitted in accessible rooms. The courtyard rooms are dog-friendly and spacious. A skylight in some courtyard rooms allows natural light, and the bed is spacious and comfy per guest reviews. The property has facilities for disabled guests and family rooms.

Guests can play on the hotel's golf course or join live sport events. Hiking and cycling are available in and around Libberton. A tour or class about local culture is offered. Kids have outdoor play equipment on site. The hotel has BBQ facilities, a picnic area, and outdoor furniture in the garden. A chapel/shrine is located on the property. Pets are welcome, with pet bowls provided.

Location: 44 km from Edinburgh Airport, 47 km from National Museum of Scotland

Rooms: 14 rooms including Deluxe Double Room with disabled access

Dining: Chef-prepared wedding menus, Full English/Irish breakfast

Events: Wedding venue with marquee, portable ramp access to dance floor

Pets: Dog-friendly courtyard rooms with pet bowls

Activities: Golf course, hiking, cycling, local culture tours

Accessibility: Lower bathroom sinks, toilets with grab rails, ground-floor castle spaces