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Scottish Sun
5 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Fraser Suites serviced apartments offer luxury living and capital views
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) I'VE always had a foot in both of Scotland's two biggest cities — I'm a Glasgow girl through and through, but a part of me has always loved Edinburgh. I studied there, got my degree there, visit the Christmas Markets every year, and made countless memories on nights out and weekends away. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 The views from the Fraser Suites apartments in Edinburgh are incredible Credit: FRASER SUITES 7 The room was massive, and the bed was super comfortable Credit: FRASER SUITES 7 We loved looking out the window and relaxing as we took in the views Credit: FRASER SUITES 7 Ryan and I had the most relaxing stay Credit: Paige Beresford One of the things the capital city beats Glasgow on, however, is the stunning, iconic views from virtually anywhere in the city centre. And you'd struggle to find better views than those from our window in the Fraser Suites. There are hundreds of hotels and apartments to choose from in Edinburgh, but these four-star apartments have got to be among the best. My fiancé Ryan and I had booked to stay for a couple of nights, and we were beyond excited. When we arrived, we were greeted by a stunning stone building surrounded by beautiful greenery, bushes, and trees — it looked like we had just stepped into an exotic hotel somewhere in Europe. Inside, that feeling continued; the whole place exuded luxury, even the reception desk, which sat between bright white pillars with golden chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. But it was our room that completely knocked it out of the park. We were lucky enough to bag ourselves the Courant Suite on the second floor. It was gorgeous, incredible and massive. Walking through the door, the first sight that met us was the beautiful seating area with gold and cream wallpaper, floor-to-ceiling windows and a huge grey Chesterfield sofa, where we instantly plumped ourselves down and drank in that view. Scots holiday park named one of best in world There was a fab wee mini kitchen area, complete with a dishwasher, oven, sink and hob where you could make dinner or whip up a delicious breakfast if you wanted — great for longer stays or for those with kids I'd imagine but cooking was definitely not on my mind, not with the fabulous places Edinburgh has to eat out. Even the bathroom suite was huge, tiled floor to ceiling with an incredible waterfall shower over the bath. The bedroom's king-size bed, with a massive padded headboard, faced a huge TV. Late night viewing was a must — as was catching up with the world next morning, cuppa in hand, enjoying a lazy Sunday morning. Still in our jammies, we eventually dragged ourselves out of the bliss-like bed to drink in more of the incredible views of the castle from the windows. GO: EDINBURGH PRICES at the 48 Fraser Suites in Edinburgh are from £235 a night in June and July. See I could have sat there all day just people watching, but the allure of the city beat us into submission, and we headed out to enjoy all the capital had to offer. We wandered up the Royal Mile to the castle, stopping at a restaurant we'd never tried on the way back for a lovely, laid-back lunch. That's the thing about Edinburgh — no matter how often I come through, I always find a charming new place that surprises me. We then relaxed in what was a rare sunny afternoon in Princes Street Gardens, popped into a lovely wee bar in George Street for a coffee and browsed a few of the city's lovely independent little shops. When we got back to the room, we enjoyed a couple of drinks on that huge sofa. It was so comfortable that we decided to stay in, get cosy and just relax. Then we enjoyed another incredible sleep in that amazing big bed. I was out like a light, and in the morning, I woke up with the sound of bagpipes playing in the distance. I honestly can't remember the last time I felt as refreshed as I did after staying at the luxurious Fraser Suites. 7 Ryan and I had an incredible sleep on our nights away Credit: Paige Beresford 7 The suite even had its own little mini kitchen Credit: FRASER SUITES
Daily Tribune
12-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Seef Properties reports BD1.2m Q1 profit
Seef Properties yesterday reported a first quarter net profit and comprehensive income attributable to the parent of BD 1.2 million, compared to BD 1.4 m for the same period of the previous year, a decrease of 12.5%. The change is attributable to increased market competition and economic fluctuations. Diluted earnings per share attributable to the parent for the first quarter of 2025 amounted to 2.7 Fils, compared to 3.0 Fils for the same period the previous year. Operating profits stood at BD 2.9 m, compared to BD 3.3 m for the same period in the previous year, a decrease of 11.9%. Total equity (after excluding the equity attributable to minority) for the first quarter of 2025 decreased by 1.8%, reaching BD 159.0 m, compared to BD 161.8 m for the same period in the previous year. Total assets for the first quarter increased by 0.4%, reaching BD 177.8 m compared to BD 177.1 m for the same period in the previous year. Commenting on these results, Seef Properties Chairman, Mr. Essa Mohamed Najibi stated, 'This quarter's performance reflects our commitment to financial sustainability and quality growth, particularly in the hospitality and retail sectors. Despite lower revenues this period, some of our destinations have continued to perform well even in the face of growing market challenges and increased competition. The investments we have made and our strategic partnerships are beginning to yield tangible results, building on past achievements.' He added: 'Seef Properties remains committed to delivering high-quality projects that are in line with the objectives of the Bahrain Economic Vision 2030, many of which have been achieved thanks to the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the guidance of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. We aim to play an active role in the Kingdom's economic development by creating integrated, market-driven projects that address local needs and attract investor interest. We are also pursuing new, high-impact opportunities that support Bahrain's competitiveness and reinforce its position as a regional commercial hub.' Seef Properties Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Ahmed Yusuf said, 'The first quarter of this year brought encouraging operational developments that directly enhanced both the quality of our services and the visitor experience across our destinations. Al Liwan, in particular, saw occupancy rates rise to 90%, driven by its diverse retail mix, strategic location, and the added value of Fraser Suites, which helped attract a new segment of visitors and tourists. We remain focused on enhancing our commercial properties by bringing in unique brands, diversifying our retail offerings, and advancing our renovation and expansion plans.' He added, 'As part of our sustainability efforts, the solar energy project we recently launched in partnership with Yellow Door Energy is progressing on schedule. Work is currently underway at all our destinations, and the project is expected to significantly reduce carbon emissions.'
