The Four Sisters Boatels
Welcome to Scotland's first floating Hotel - The Four Sisters Boatel [recently awarded 4* by the Scottish Tourist Board].
She is located in the heart of Edinburgh, just minutes from Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. The Four Sisters Boatels are luxury, four star, self catering, canal barge accommodations located in the very heart of Edinburgh city centre and have been awarded 4 stars by the Scottish Tourist Board. They are purpose built, permanently moored, static wide-beam houseboats, so don’t wor
A lovely Edinburgh Live article showing off The Camillia at The Four Sisters Boatels pinnacleedinburghltd
Inside the Edinburgh canal boat transformed into a luxury floating boutique hotel "It has been built from scratch by the expert craftsmen at Collingwood Boat Builders, in Liverpool who makes and assemble both domestic and commercial wide beam boats."
A few shots from the Flotilla of Lights on saturday, celebrating 200 years of the canal.
We had a fantastic time taking part in the flotilla with special thanks to Pierre, Lowland canal association, Re-Union Canal Boats Fountainbridge Canalside Community Trust, Scottish Canals for making the evening such a great sucess.
Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party returns for first time in three years Set against the stunning backdrop of the Edinburgh Castle, 30,000 revellers will party their way into 2023 with live DJ soundtracks, giant screens, and funfair attractions.
🕯⚓️FLOTILLA OF LIGHTS⚓️🕯
🌠 5TH NOVEMBER 🌠
💫 Come along to the Union Canal and enjoy the spectacular display of boats covered in lights with music and treats at the annual Flotilla of Lights in honour of the late Ronnie Russack.
🌟6.30pm - Harrison Park🌟
🌟7.00pm Lemmington🌟
🏮Help us light up the canal by bringing your own lantern!
See photo 2 for templates.
VisitScotland Edinburgh Live Edinburgh Evening News The Sorted Project The Watershed Scottish Canals
Lovely mention in Men's Journal today. Best Urban Camping Retreats. We are in great company.
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The floating gardens canal tour comes into Linlithgow this evening from 5-7pm. Listen to some great musical performances, look at some amazing barges and take away your own free grow-your-own herb kit!
Canal festival and raft race 2022.
Big thank you to all involved in making the day a great sucess!
Edinburgh Canal Festival & Raft Race, June 2022 After an enforced break the last two years the crowds welcomed back the event especially the creative craft in the raft race and their fearless sailors. Thi...
🚩Stop 3 - Come discover the Printmakers and nearby development site on the 18th of June!
📜Edinburgh Printmakers will host some fabulous workshops and studio tours. You can also visit the exhibition gallery, the shop and their sunny courtyard.
🥪The Holy Cow Lounge (at the Printmakers) will be open as usual and featuring some tasty vegan food!
🌱The Grove Community Garden will open the doors to its wonderful garden. Plants will be up for grabs (against a small donation), as well as amazing recipe ideas, and a seed library expert. http://ow.ly/Gv1I50JnmNs
🍂Foragerium (12.30-2pm at The Grove) will be running a workshop on urban foraging, food preservation techniques and our place within the ecosystem. Don't miss out!
🔨In addition to helping you upgrade your raft building skills, The Forge will also be open on the day to give you the opportunity to visit the community maker-space!
🍄Rhyze Mushrooms will be offering super cool log inoculation sessions – spawn your log, take it home and watch your mushrooms grow!
🤗See you tomorrow for stop number 4 and more amazing activities to discover on the 18th of June!
🌏This week, we're taking you on a mini trip around the 6 main festival areas that you'll be able to explore on the 18th of June!
🚩First stop - What's up at the Canal Basin?
🚤Bridge 8 Hub and Paddle Cafe will be offering taster sessions from 12-2.30pm. Come try out their cool Akwakats, a different approach to cycling on the canal!
⛵Raft Race (2.30pm-4.30pm) Have you registered your team yet?
https://edinburghcanalfestival.org.uk/raft-race/
🚲Come enjoy an e-bike taster session/ hire a bike with Biketrax - Edinburgh
🏖The Four Sisters Boatels (12-3pm) have planned an Open Day House Boat. Ever wanted to holiday or even live on a houseboat? Come and see what life is like on board their luxury holiday let boat. Light refreshments will be available.
💆♀️Last but not least - Octangle Beauty will provide short treatment demos, mini taster treatments and goodie bags. What's not to like?
👂Stay tuned for stop two of the festival tomorrow!
is happening this year on 18th June. There is still time to get involved. Check out the link below!
The Flotilla 200 is taking place this weekend check out whats happening in the programme below
FOLLOW THE FLOTILLA May 20th - 21st 🎉⛵
A two day, 200th anniversary celebration of The Union Canal.
👇View the full programme of events
http://ow.ly/7o8j50J8NIJ
This looks like a great fun way to enjoy the canal! 🚤
⚓ To mark 200 years of the Union Canal there will be a flotilla from Edinburgh to Linlithgow taking place next month. Find out how you can help celebrate and get involved with the link below. ⚓
Union Canal Flotilla Union Canal Flotilla
Check out our lovely write up in Edinburgh live! 🥰
You can stay in an adorable Edinburgh canal boat floating in the city centre The adorable floating hotel can sleep up to six people and includes cute cabin bedrooms as well as a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor decking and free wifi onboard.
💕 A Magical Valentines Getaway
We have carefully curated the perfect package to help you and your loved ones celebrate your Valentines in a memorable and magical way.
Float to sleep for 2 nights on board your choice of luxury Boatel for up to 4 adults and 2 children.
-Also included in the package-
A Chilled bottle of champange on arrival with a tempting platter of chocolate covered strawberries.
Endulge in a delicious 'Weekender' hamper from Ostara Larder packed with a huge selection of tasty locally sourced produce.
To bring a little magic to your stay Jim the Magician will entertain you with a 30 minute close up magic show. With mind blowing magic, impossible illusions and magical souvenirs to keep this interactive engaging magic show will keep you on the edge of your seats.
And because we know you won't want your magical stay to end we are also adding late check out until 12pm.
Visit our website www.thefoursisters.co.uk and check out our events and packages for more information or email us at [email protected] to discuss your stay.
Just had word that the big fella in red is giving up the sleigh and reindeers, and swapping them for a paddle and a canoe..
Hohoho everyone
🥂👰♀️🤵♂️💐♥️
We’ve always said Scotland is the perfect location for a minimoon and this year it couldn’t be more true.
With travel restrictions putting paid to many couples’ plans for a big honeymoon, staying closer to home for a romantic getaway is just what the doctor ordered.
Whether you fancy kicking off married life in a secluded boathouse at Ardanaiseig Hotel, living it up in a luxurious spa hotel like Airth Castle Hotel or taking to the water on a barge like The Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh, there’s a minimoon fit for every couple’s tastes.
Read our top 11 minimoon hideaways in Scotland 2021 here 👇
https://bit.ly/3AqYInO
More Christmas Market details confirmed including opening hours and Santa train The organisers have released more information about the three sites where Edinburgh's winter festival takes place
⚓Our OG boat The Four Sisters has been having a little refresh inside and new paint job outside. We have installed a new shower room, new flooring through out, and new kitchen! Big thank you to again for all their hard work to get us ready for guests. Working on a boat can be tricky with awkward spaces and unusual angles but these guys are the ultimate problem solvers and find a way of making everything work together without compromising on style or finish.
⚓We are open to guests on both boats. With The Four Sisters sleeping up to 6 adults and 2 kids under 10 and The Camillia sleeping up to 8 adults. Or why not hire them both together for up to 14 adults and 2 kids under ten plus bring your dogs for free!
⚓We had some last minute offers available through our website with some last minute dates available in September and October or drop us an email at [email protected] to discuss your stay on board.
⚓BOOK YOUR SPECIAL STAY, EVENT OR CELEBRATION BY VISITING WWW.THEFOURSISTERS.CO.UK OR EMAIL [email protected]
OR CALL 07445494331.
We have unfortunately been the target of a spat of fake reviews on our Google business profile this week. Three, fake 1 star reviews in 1 week! This is having a damaging affect on the business and is really disheartening.
We work really hard to make sure our guests have a lovely time on board and so If you have enjoyed your stay with us we ask you to kindly leave an honest review on our Google listing.
https://www.google.com/travel/hotels/s/HfX9w
Just around the corner from us! 😋🍽
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📆Thursday-Saturday
⏱12-10pm
📍5 West Tollcross
⚓ Great opportunity for Boat Masters/ Skippers with our neighbours re-union canal boats. 🚢
Are you a Qualified Boatmaster? Re-Union are having a busy summer season and are seeking more Skippers! Get in touch TODAY if you are interested: [email protected] 🛳️ 🌞
⚓We are featured in The National Newspaper Amazing Places to Stay This Summer. ⚓
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For your chance to win a luxury group stay on board The Camillia Boatel, follow the link below and enter the ion magazine competition! In partnership with i-on magazine
WIN... a group getaway on board The Camilia Boatel | i-on Edinburgh The Four Sisters Boatels have recently launched their latest widebeam canal barge accommodation The Camillia Boatel and to celebrate its opening we are giving away a two-night stay on board for up to eight adults including a bottle of Prosecco on arrival.
**Boat trips**
⚓We are delighted to announce we are now able to take short trips along the canal with guests staying on board The Camillia Boatel. 🚢
2 hour cruises can be added to your booking for up to 8 people.
This can be added to your reservation when booking or call us to discuss your trip. Minimum 2 hours. Prices from £250.
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A first for Scotland, The Four Sisters Boatel is a luxury, four star, self catering, canal barge, accommodation located in the very heart of Edinburgh city centre and has been awarded 4 stars by the Scottish Tourist Board. She is a purpose built, permanently moored, static wide-beam houseboat, so don’t worry if you haven’t got your sea legs, there are no currents or tides and sea/canal sickness is not an issue.
A massive 55' by 10' 6" with 6' 4" of headroom, she can sleep up to 4 adults and 2 children under 10 years comfortably.
A double bed-settee is also available in the lounge area to accommodate larger groups.
The Four Sisters Boatel is within walking distance of many of the delights Edinburgh has to offer. Whether you’re a culture vulture, shopaholic or a disco diva, The Four Sisters is the ideal location to meet all of your holiday needs and offers a unique experience for the discerning traveller that even the kids will enjoy.
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