"Located on one of the swishest blocks in Edingburgh's New Town, this member of the Kimpton brand elevates the best of midcentury style to grand potential—but there's enough 21st-century mixed in for it to be stylish and elegant, rather than a throwback. With the design-driven, luxury boutique feel a mile away from American corporate chains, Instagrammers will be in heaven. However, you might miss if it you walked by it: Signage is scarce, and the hotel is made up of seven interconnected Georgian townhouses. The 199 rooms (including 18 suites) are both stylish and cozy, with hipster accents complementing traditional touches; for example, trendy hand-drawn prints featuring local wildlife hang above beds decked in tartan throws and pillows." - Ramsay Short
