MacDonald Townhouse Hotel
MacDonald Townhouse Hotel has 2 meeting/event spaces for 20–30 delegates (theatre), largest: The Drawing Room (30).
- Up to 40 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
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Capacity overview
2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Library | 20 | — | 12 | 16 | 15 | — | — | 25 |
| The Drawing Room | 30 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
The MacDonald Townhouse Hotel is a beautifully restored Georgian townhouse located in the heart of Edinburgh's prestigious New Town. This boutique hotel combines historical charm with modern amenities, featuring elegant meeting rooms perfect for small conferences, board meetings, and private events. The venue offers intimate spaces with natural daylight, air conditioning, and state-of-the-art AV equipment. Located just minutes from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, guests enjoy easy access to the city's main attractions, shopping districts, and transport links. The hotel's prime location makes it an ideal choice for business meetings and small corporate events in Scotland's capital.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Corporate Training
- Small Conferences
- Workshops
- Private Dining
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Air conditioning
- Natural daylight
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Business centre
- On-site dining
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Lift access to meeting rooms
- Accessible bathrooms
Location & getting there
12 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JE, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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MacDonald Townhouse Hotel is a verified hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 40 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does MacDonald Townhouse Hotel have?
MacDonald Townhouse Hotel has 2 meeting and event spaces in Edinburgh, seating up to 30 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of MacDonald Townhouse Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at MacDonald Townhouse Hotel is The Drawing Room, with a maximum capacity of 30 guests.
What conference facilities does MacDonald Townhouse Hotel offer?
MacDonald Townhouse Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Air conditioning, Natural daylight, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 40 guests in theatre style, 24 in boardroom configuration, 32 in classroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Built-in AV equipment including projector, screen, sound system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering menu available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
Limited on-street parking available, public car parks nearby including Castle Terrace Car Park
About MacDonald Townhouse Hotel
The MacDonald Townhouse Hotel is a beautifully restored Georgian townhouse located in the heart of Edinburgh's prestigious New Town. This boutique hotel combines historical charm with modern amenities, featuring elegant meeting rooms perfect for small conferences, board meetings, and private events. The venue offers intimate spaces with natural daylight, air conditioning, and state-of-the-art AV equipment. Located just minutes from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, guests enjoy easy access to the city's main attractions, shopping districts, and transport links. The hotel's prime location makes it an ideal choice for business meetings and small corporate events in Scotland's capital.
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