Press Room
Scotland's Original Design Hotel
Market Street hotel is celebrated by our coverage in the world's most influential publications.
Below, explored our curated collection of global press features from outlets including Condé Nast Traveller, Architectural Digest, and The New York Times, as well as regional hospitality certifications that anchor our exemplary reputation.
The Times
Best Affordable Hotels in Edinburgh
Mike MacEacheran
"Locations don't come better than this - you're within walking distance of whatever you need, with the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyrood House, Waverley station and Princes Street all in the hotel's crosshairs.*
Architectural Digest
9 Edinburgh Hotels Where Heritage Meets High-End Hospitality
Katharine Sohn
"There’s a balanced mix of Scandi and Scottish style at this sleek stay just across from Waverley Station, Edinburgh’s main transport hub*
Sheerluxe
Where to Stay in Edinburgh
"Around the corner from Waverley station, the design-led Market Street Hotel puts you in the heart of the action. Rooms are elevated by the considered use of natural materials like granite and oak."
Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards 2025
The Best Hotels in the Rest of the UK
We’re delighted to share that Market Street hotel has been recognised as one of the best hotels in the world in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025.
Ranking #10 in the Best Hotels in the Rest of the UK category, we couldn’t be prouder of our incredible team and our wonderful guests who made this possible.
New York Times
36 Hours in Edinburgh
Graeme Virtue
"Next to Waverley train station, the Market Street hotel offers city center convenience, modern suites with understated design touches and a rooftop Champagne lounge with views over the New Town, including Princes Street and its gardens."
Condé Nast Traveller
Best hotels in Edinburgh, according to a local
Rosie Conroy
"Its rooftop reception and Champagne bar, and its best rooms have an enviable panorama over the Balmoral’s clock tower and the New Town beyond."
GQ
Where to eat and stay in Edinburgh, in style
Lela London, Josephine Binta Judd and David Levesley
"Situated literally seconds from the exit to Waverley Station, the Market Street Hotel is as excellent as it is convenient. Each room is a seamlessly executed wooden cocoon to wrap yourself up in; the beds soft and the blinds so efficient you won't see a crumb of light if you don't want to."
Winner: 'Service Excellence' Award at the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2026
This achievement comes from a hard-working, dynamic team that leads with a guest-first approach to create meaningful experiences for all that visit our hotel. From adding thoughtful touches to our guest rooms, to personally checking in after a stay, we’re fortunate to work alongside some of Edinburgh’s most skilled and intuitive hospitality professionals.
The Telegraph
Rated 8/10
Linda Macdonald
"This sleek hotel is a lesson in the uplifting effect of good design and brings both style and substance to a great city-centre location. The only drawback? The temptation to sip champagne all day while taking in the Nor'loft bar's staggering views until it's time to retreat to the sanctuary of your stylish oak and granite bedroom."