31-35 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom
#73 of 170 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3907 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.4
Staff
8.9
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 17, 2024
Catherine
CanadaThe staff were super helpful after I had a fall on the street. One woman receptionist brought me an ice pack unsolicited. The view from the room was great. The room was very comfortable. The best part was the staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 17, 2024
Rafael
United States of AmericaWe were fortunate to have unusual hot days and rooms were very hot and even tough our room has a portable AC , the other family that do not travel with us did not have it
Great location closed to all the attractions and restaurants
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Jane
United KingdomLove this hotel, it has everything you need. It’s very comfortable and clean and in an excellent position. A bit pricey but worth it. Really nice touch with the water stations in the hotel. Wish more places did this!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 14, 2024
Alexandra
United States of AmericaBed wasn't super comfortable, but can't complain about anything else.
The room had everything I needed. Breakfast was delicious too. Service was very helpful. Location can't be beat. Central to all the big tourist locations.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 13, 2024
Michael
IrelandFantastic location , walking distance to restaurants and bars plus beside the wonderful Castle .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 10, 2024
Va
United Arab EmiratesParking available which was a bonus on our Scottish roadtrip. Great breakfast, with lots of choice. Excellent location - walked everywhere
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Genevieve
United KingdomSwimming pool was out of action for the first day and half which kids were disappointed about.
Comfy, great location. Nice area and lovely knowledgeable staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Genevieve
United KingdomSwimming pool was out of action for the first day and a half which kids were disappointing about.
Great location, nice area. Room was nice and clean. Staff were lovely too! Room had a fridge too which was a bonus.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Terry
United States of AmericaLocation, breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Salvador
United States of AmericaNothing
The view from our room.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Annalisa
ItalyGreat location. Comfortable room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Gareth
United KingdomIf being very picky was a bit tired in communal areas away from reception
Location and facilities
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Kim
United KingdomPillows too flat.
Good location near all the old buildings
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Ruth
United KingdomThe breakfast was good with plenty of options but I do wasn’t think it was worth the £15/£17 price tag. The room had a wonderful view of the castle which was lovely and the location was great!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Stuart
United KingdomBeds too hard. Didn’t sleep well.
Location. Decent room size.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Joy
United States of AmericaRooms on the small side.
Location, friendly & helpful staff, parking
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Nicole
United KingdomWe booked this hotel as there is a pool however the pool was closed which we weren’t told about until we asked on arrival. Weren’t informed we could have used pool at another hotel until we were checking out!
Great location, clean and modern.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Gavin
AustraliaLocation was incredible- castle views from room!!!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Rachel
United KingdomI enjoyed everything about the hotel
The location was perfect for our stay in Edinburgh. They were able to keep our bags when we arrived earlier than check in. Hotel staff were friendly and on hand to help. We did not get breakfast at the hotel but the area breakfast was served looked bright and open. The rooms were warm and the beds cosy.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 9, 2024
James
United KingdomCar park a little bit tight for spaces, but not too bad considering it is in the middle of Grassmarket.
Great location. The most helpful and friendly staff I have ever encountered at a hotel. Felt very welcome from the moment we arrived. Room had great views of the castle and had everything you could need. Plenty to do and see on the doorstep.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Eithne
United KingdomPillows could be improved.
Great location, nice hotel, lovely staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Lindsey
United KingdomRooms too hot unable to regulate heating
Staff and service very good. Ideal location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Fabiana
United KingdomThe apartment is kind of small but very well organized. The pillows are the biggest problem, I couldn’t sleep well because of that.
Location, very close to everything and not in the middle of the pub noises.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Gillian
United KingdomHotel is in a great location, breakfast was brilliant. Rooms clean and lovely view of the castle. Swimming pool and sauna facilities were also great. Staff very friendly and attentive. We also had an evening meal in the hotel, lovely food and reasonably priced.
Stayed in April 2024
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