The Monday after their wedding, a newlywed couple arrived at House of Gods in Edinburgh, exhausted from carrying luggage through cobbled streets. They accepted prosecco on arrival as part of the hotel's Treat Me Like I'm Famous package, priced at £119 per night on top of the room rate. The package includes two glasses of welcome fizz, a decorated room with chocolates and prosecco on ice, a £40 bar or room service tab, cocktails at the door, breakfast in bed with mimosas, and a milk and cookies 'midnight feast' delivered between 8pm and 1am at the push of a button.
Location and First Impressions
House of Gods is located seconds from Edinburgh's Royal Mile on the Cowgate, placing guests in the heart of the Old Town. The street dates back to the 13th century and now houses lively nightlife venues. The couple explored the area with a ghost tour of the Vaults—abandoned underground chambers known for illicit gambling, alcohol production, witchcraft, and rumoured bodysnatchers—followed by a nightcap at Stramash with live Scottish folk music. Attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Mary King's Close, Grassmarket, and Greyfriar's Bobby statue are within a few minutes' walk.
Upon arrival, the couple sipped fizz while staff took their bags. The hotel features burgundy Gucci wallpaper, low lighting, and incense scent in the winding former tenement halls. However, navigating the 22-room hotel felt like an obstacle course; the check-in staff warned that guests often get lost and offered tips to find their bearings.
Room and Amenities
The couple stayed in a Classic room, which includes a four-poster bed, a TV hidden in the mirror, a fully-stocked minibar, and a marble wet room (noted as slippery). The decor features velvet-upholstered walls, dark oak furniture, and embroidered draping. At 150 square feet, the room had limited storage—barely enough for a cabin-size suitcase—and surfaces were occupied by towel swans and champagne buckets. Instead of a window, the room had a frosted glass panel with a backlight that dimmed throughout the day. The reviewer recommends packing light and checking makeup outside.
Food, Drink, and Verdict
The Treat Me Like I'm Famous package heavily features alcohol, including a 'push for prosecco' button and bedside cocktails. The couple used their £40 tab on standout drinks like the Champagne Supernova cocktail (vodka, peach liqueur, lemon, champagne, mint). They ordered pizzas from Slab Shop to soak up the alcohol, followed by milk, cookies, and snacks at bedtime. Breakfast included coffees, pastries, yoghurt parfaits, and mimosas. Although the hotel lacks a restaurant, nearby options include Hawksmoor steak, Dumpling Queen dim sum, and City Café diner-style hot dogs.
The reviewer concludes that the hotel delivered on its promise of indulgence and relaxation, leaving them feeling spoilt and slightly hungover. They advise balancing the in-room experience with exploring the city. The Treat Me Like I'm Famous package is recommended for those seeking decadence in a central location, but not for budget or health-conscious travellers. With more storage space, the hotel would be even better.
At a Glance: House of Gods Edinburgh
- Price: Rooms typically range from £120 to £250 per night; the Treat Me Like I'm Famous package is an additional £119 (discounted from £199).
- Check in/out: 3pm/11am.
- Disability access: Limited; one wheelchair-accessible ground-floor room with under-pillow alarms and flashing lights for the hearing impaired.
- Standout feature: 'Push for prosecco' buttons in rooms.
- Perfect for: Romantic couples' city break.
- Not right for: Non-drinkers or those wanting a simple base hotel.
