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Ship Reborn As Floating Hotel: Retired lighthouse tender becomes Fingal; guests sleep inside hull

The Fingal, once a lighthouse tender, has elegantly transitioned into a floating hotel in Edinburgh after extensive renovations. Initially constructed in 1963 for the Scottish lighthouse service, it was repurposed in 2019 by the Royal Yacht Britannia Trust. This unique hotel boasts 14 luxurious cabins and a variety of dining…

The Times of India · Oct 4

'Fantastic' hotel in Scotland named the best 'one of a kind' stay in the UK

This "fantastic" hotel in Scotland has been named the best "one of a kind" stay in the UK at Tripadvisor's 2025 Travellers'…

The National (Scotland) · May 8, 2025

The Wallpaper* guide to Edinburgh

As festival season returns to Edinburgh, we task Hugo Macdonald, Wallpaper’s design director and trustworthy local, for his go-to hotspots around the city

Wallpaper · Aug 6, 2024

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'Phenomenal' 37 kid goats born on Howth Head as council seeks name suggestions

The new members of the community are already hard at work, grazing the land to prevent gorse fires

Dublin Live · May 11, 2023

Donabate housing development for over 1,300 homes granted planning permission

The plans were previously held up over concerns they would impact on the Dublin to Belfast rail line

Dublin Live · Nov 15, 2022

Scotland's 'only luxury floating hotel' crowned one of the best in the UK

Scotland's "only luxury floating hotel" on Edinburgh's waterfront has been crowned one of the top five-star hotels and restaurants in the UK by the AA, which called it "exceptional"

Daily Record · Nov 10, 2022

Edinburgh’s Fingal crowned one of the top five-star hotels and restaurants in the UK

The luxury floating hotel has sailed into the AA’s prestigious list of hotels and restaurants for the first time after being awarded the top five-star rating for the hotel and two AA Rosettes for its Lighthouse Restaurant.

Edinburgh Live · Nov 9, 2022

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The best places to eat, sleep and visit in Scotland in 2022

The ideal guide for people visiting Scotland.

Daily Record · Sep 16, 2022

Water beds: the UK’s 10 best floating hotels

Stow away on an ark, a converted ferry or houseboat and be lulled to sleep by the lapping waves

The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2022

The best luxury hotels in Scotland for fine dining, spas and castle stays

From five-star city stays, to Highland retreats, we’ve handpicked the best places to stay in this magnificent country

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2022

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Hotels that are top rated and best value according to TripAdvisor

With the Edinburgh festivals nearly upon us, time is running out to find a place to stay in the city if you're heading through got the festivities — here are some of the options

Edinburgh Live · Jul 25, 2022

The luxury Edinburgh hotels you can stay in with fascinating 'past lives'

Sustainable Edinburgh breathes new life into historic buildings.

Daily Record · Jul 8, 2022

Luxury Edinburgh hotel voted one of the UK's best at TripAdvisor awards

This unique capital accommodation, which has previously hosted The Queen, finds it way into the top 20 luxury hotels list across the UK, as voted by TripAdvisor users.

Edinburgh Live · May 11, 2022

Best boutique hotels in Edinburgh: Where to stay for romance and Old Town views

Discover the top boutique hotels in Edinburgh, from maximalist interiors to cosy Scottish stays

The Independent UK · May 4, 2022

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Edinburgh Live · Apr 27, 2022

Inside Edinburgh's luxury floating hotel Fingal once visited by The Queen

It may set you back at least £300 a night, but guests say its worth every penny. One of the main attractions is the onboard bar and restaurant And if it's good enough for the Queen ...

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