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Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh City Centre Hotel News
New Baxter’s Place Accommodation in the Scottish Capital – 240 Rooms & Lantern Room Bar
post updated 25 November 2023
Location: Baxter’s Place, east Edinburgh, southeast Scotland, United Kingdom.
Accommodation across three connected Georgian townhouses in the Scottish capital city.
Marriott SVP officially opens Courtyard Edinburgh
24 Feb 2017
A senior Marriott Vice President has travelled to Edinburgh to officially open a £30 million restoration project he initiated more than five years ago, remarking that Edinburgh is a world class destination for the international hotel business.
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh Hotel Launch Party:
Edinburgh Hotel Launch Party image courtesy of Marriott International, Inc.
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh Hotel
Tim Walton, Regional Vice President, Western Europe, International Development, opened city centre hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh, which with 240 rooms is one of the largest in the capital, on February 23.
The four star Courtyard Edinburgh also represents a flagship property for Marriott International given its prime location and sensitive renovation, merging heritage and contemporary style, which was completed by Edinburgh-based property development and investment company Chris Stewart Group.
photo (L-R) of of Chris Stewart of the Chris Stewart Group and Tim Walton, senior Marriott VP:
photo courtesy of Marriott International, Inc.
Courtyard Edinburgh extends through three adjoining Georgian townhouses and into a new building connected by glassed walkways to the rear, offering a variety of views of Calton Hill, Edinburgh’s New Town and across the Firth of Forth.
The renovation cleverly mixes efficient building and design techniques with contemporary interiors and facilities include the all-day bar and restaurant, The Lantern Room, The Stevenson Room which is a boardroom for up to 16 people, designated media pods, a 24/7 market and a fitness centre. There is also free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel as well as Courtyard by Marriott’s signature GoBoard touch-screen technology to helps guests get the most out of their stay.
It is, however, the property’s links to the past that make Courtyard Edinburgh so distinct. The hotel’s Baxter’s Place address was once home to Robert Stevenson, the famous Scottish lighthouse engineer and the grandfather of ‘Treasure Island’ author Robert Louis Stevenson. References to its heritage, carefully presented with the help of the Stevenson family and the Northern Lighthouse board, appear in the public areas and in every room, through images, technical drawings and maps.
The Lantern Room Bar:
interior image courtesy of Marriott International, Inc.
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Opening
Tim Walton, commenting on the opening, said:
“It’s with immense pleasure that we are officially opening Courtyard Edinburgh after an exciting five years in the making.
“Edinburgh is a world class destination for the international hotel business and is renowned for attracting tourists from across the globe. To bring the modern aesthetic of Courtyard by Marriott to such a fantastic location in the city is superb and I believe that the hotel will be welcomed by both locals and tourists alike.
“The Chris Stewart Group has played an instrumental role in the success of the hotel’s transformation, using its extensive experience in working with heritage-rich properties to create a modern development whilst giving a nod to former resident and lighthouse engineer, Robert Stevenson.
“We are now all looking forward to welcoming business travellers, tourists and locals to enjoy this fantastic hotel.”
The hotel is owned and was developed by Edinburgh-based real estate company Chris Stewart Group, which specialises in complex urban regeneration and heritage projects, and is managed and operated by RedefineBDL Hotels, the UK’s leading independent hotel management company.
The Lantern Room, Courtyard Edinburgh:
image courtesy of Marriott International, Inc.
Chris Stewart of Chris Stewart Group said:
“The opening of Courtyard Edinburgh signals a very exciting time in Edinburgh, as the property sector here continues to attract inward investment.
“Partnering with the likes of Marriott gave us a great opportunity to continue our work with complex urban regeneration and redevelopment, and turn the former Georgian home of Robert Stevenson into a modern hotel in the centre of Edinburgh.
“Our ambition was to create a modern development which brought the area back to life. We believe we have achieved this and are extremely proud of our work here at Courtyard Edinburgh.”
The Snug at Courtyard, Edinburgh:
The Snug at Courtyard by Marriott picture courtesy of Marriott International, Inc.
About Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected, productive and balanced. Intuitive services and design accommodate guests’ needs for choice and control.
With over 1,000 locations in over 40 destinations, Courtyard hotels participate in the award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every pound spent during each stay. For more information or reservations, call the Courtyard toll-free number at 800-321-2211, visit courtyard.marriott.com, become a fan at www.facebook.com/courtyard or follow Courtyard at www.twitter.com/courtyardhotels.
Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is the world’s largest hotel company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 6,000 hotels in 122 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts.
27 Jul 2016
The Edinburgh Grand – St Andrew Square Development
Grand Reveal for Edinburgh’s Newest Tourism Development
Developer: Chris Stewart Group
Scottish Capital Project for Lateral City Apartments
27th of July 2016 – Plans for the major renovation of the Royal Bank of Scotland’s former home on St Andrew Square into one of Edinburgh’s newest tourism developments have been announced (on 28 July).
Due to open in summer 2017, The Edinburgh Grand is the latest addition to luxury accommodation provider, Lateral City Apartments’ portfolio of beautifully appointed serviced accommodation.
The Edinburgh Grand St Andrew Square picture courtesy of Chris Stewart Group
Positioned on the south-east corner of the vibrant square, the building will comprise 50 luxury apartments, many of which will feature retained original detailing. Plans also include restaurants, bars, retail outlets and a gym.
The Edinburgh Grand St Andrew Square Building property development by the Chris Stewart Group
For more information about Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh Hotel by Chris Stewart Group visit www.chrisstewartgroup.com.
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St James Quarter Edinburgh:
image of the development
St James Quarter
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