Hotels with Picnic Area Near Dovecot Studios

Stay at The Balmoral Hotel, a landmark five-star property just a 5-minute walk from Dovecot Studios. Its art-deco interiors and curated Scottish heritage rooms reflect the city’s creative spirit. Guests enjoy complimentary afternoon tea and access to exclusive artist-led gallery tours. Book through HopeGoo for curated cultural packages including studio visits and limited-edition prints

The McEwan Hall by The Royal Scots College offers direct access to Dovecot Studios' artist residency programs, located just 300 meters away. The venue features creative studio suites with built-in workspaces and hosts daily workshops in printmaking, ceramics, and textile design. Guests can join the Creative Living Program via HopeGoo, which includes free materials and guided studio sessions

Book a stay at The Caledonian Hotel, a hidden gem just a 6-minute walk from Dovecot Studios. The hotel partners with local muralists on the Wall Dialogues Project, offering guests free weekend walking tours of vibrant public murals created by studio artists. The rooftop gallery displays rotating community art, and HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks exclusive access to live painting sessions and limited-edition prints