14th May 2026

100 Princes Street: a Luxurious Bolthole in the Centre of Edinburgh

A surprisingly new hotel set within a notably historic building, 100 Princes Street offers a sense of calm in the centre of Edinburgh.

CHRISTIAN MADDOCK 

3rd December 2025

The Edinburgh Hideaway That Feels Like a Private Members’ Club

Set in a Georgian townhouse, the hotel feels more like a private members’ club than a hotel.

Goop

The heart of the hotel is the Wallace, which serves as bar, restaurant, and lounge. The leather-walled space is gorgeous, with plush sofas and armchairs upholstered in rich green velvets and tartans (there are five bespoke tartans that were designed exclusively for the hotel by Araminta Campbell), gilt-framed oil paintings, and low lighting.

3rd December 2025

Aura Davies

Aspire Travel Club

As a resident-only hotel with such few rooms, 100 Princes Street feels boutique and the service is personalised. We are always greeted by name, our dietary requirements catered for without us having to ask and nothing is too much trouble.

29th July 2025

Isobel Turner

29th July 2025

Review: Inviting Edinburgh Gem 100 Princes Street

Overlooking the city’s illustrious castle, and just a short walk from the Old Town and a 30-minute drive from the airport, 100 Princes Street puts guests right in the heart of Edinburgh.

25th July 2025

Dario Orsili Of 100 Princes Street: From Avocation To Vocation; How I Turned My Hobby Into A Career

In April of last year, Dario joined 100 Princes Street, Red Carnation Hotels’ latest luxury opening, where he curates and expands the venue’s exceptional whisky collection – originally established by the brand’s founder, Mr. Tollman. Now featuring over 200 expressions, the collection offers guests immersive and memorable tasting experiences.

Authority Magazine

Dario Orsili’s journey with whisky began behind the bar at age 22 in Rome, where his passion quickly outgrew Italy’s wine-dominated culture. He pursued formal training, earning a Master in Whisky at Whisky & Co. under Pine Perrone, one of Italy’s foremost whisky authorities.

25th July 2025

Authority Magazine Editorial Staff