The Chester Residence

If you’ve ever wished that you could combine the benefits of a luxury apartment with a 5 star hotel, then that wish could now be granted.

The Chester Residence embraces the best of both worlds. What’s more, the apartments are in Edinburgh’s glamorous West End, near to all the main attractions.

The chic designer townhouse spaces offer the freedom of a private residence and the facilities of a hotel. Each apartment takes up the entire floor of a traditional Georgian house and the focus is on making you feel right at home.

Luxury and comfort come first here, from the stylish decor to the award-winning service. Beyond the apartment, you can relax in the lounge bar or on mild days, enjoy the garden area.

Chic apartments

The Chester Residence offers townhouse stays on two elegant streets. You can choose between the traditionally Scottish feel of the Chester Street apartments or the contemporary style of Rothesay Place.

The apartments are the perfect place to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Each include a DVD player, a fully fitted kitchen with a Nespresso coffee machine and individually controlled heating.

Pampering yourself is easy when you have a rainfall shower, fluffy bathrobe and Molton Brown toiletries at your fingertips. The only challenge will be in tearing yourself away from your apartment to see Edinburgh itself.

IX Indulge Lounge & Bar

The Chester Residence’s elegant lounge bar is the perfect place to relax with a coffee in the afternoons and settle down with a drink in the evenings. The bar is offered at both locations.

You can browse a newspaper in front of the open fire or sample the selection of local beers, wines and spirits.

To set yourself up for a day of sightseeing in Edinburgh, IX Indulge also offers room service breakfasts. The menu can change, but typical options might include the Continental Breakfast, Scottish Smoked Salmon Bagels with Cream Cheese and Belgian Waffles with Canadian Maple Syrup.

Explore Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a major hub of culture, history and shopping, so make sure you venture out of your luxurious apartment to see as much as you can.

There’s a slightly unreal feel to Scotland’s capital. Maybe it’s because the lion-like peak of Arthur’s Seat makes you blink for a moment and question whether you’re actually in the highlands. Or maybe it’s because having a fairytale castle bang smack in the middle of the main shopping area is wonderfully surreal.

From historic pubs to quirky boutiques to cobbled streets, Edinburgh is a great city to simply walk around and explore. It’s also conveniently compact, meaning you can take in the main sites in a day.

Don’t miss Holyrood Palace, Princes Street and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Also make sure to explore the Medieval Old Town, the Georgian New Town and the tranquil shores of Leith. Then relax in the evening and enjoy the city’s excellent dining scene.