15 Calton Hill, Edinburgh, EH1 3BJ, United Kingdom
#46 of 169 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2390 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.1
Free Wifi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 28, 2024
Graham
United Kingdomlounge facilities ok but basic
excellent location in edinburgh close to station and centre. Good comfortable room with good breakfast facilities
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 28, 2024
Mary
United States of AmericaIt wasn’t a problem for us, but the breakfast room is down a few steps.
The location was easy walking distance from the train station, next to Calter Hill, with short walks to the Royal Mile, shops, museums, parks, etc. We climbed Calter Hill and Arthur’s Seat, toured the castle, went to several museums, and visited the extensive botanical garden. We enjoyed returning to the hotel tucked into a quiet street with a fireplace in the reception room. (Even in May, a fire was welcome.) For breakfast, there was a choice of cooked food along with the continental breakfast spread, or cold food only. There is a recommended restaurant (Howi’s) within steps of the hotel, but it was booked when we checked. We found good casual food places a few blocks away on Rose St.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 24, 2024
James
United KingdomRoom security latch half missing Really small tv
Location was excellent. Reception staff friendly Breakfast staff friendly and attentive
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Andreas
GermanyNot clean enough, dust and crumbs under the bed, Tv remote was dirty, hair under toilet bowl.
Located near Royal Mile (15 min walk), Fast checkin, comfortable Bed.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Chloe
United KingdomOur room we had to take the lift up to 4, and go down a circle stairs
Close to everything and was very good quality beds
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Claire
FrancePerfect location for arriving from train and spending a weekend on foot. Very warm room and comfy bed.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: May 14, 2024
Volha
Belarusfan in the bathroom was too loud.
Amazing old-fashioned building. Super clean. Everybody is very helpful and friendly. One of the best breakfasts in my travel experience, definitely worth the price. Great location, definitely would recommend it.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 12, 2024
Guillermina
Uruguaythe size of the room and bathroom needs reno
Location and nice interiorism
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Michael
MaltaNo communication with reception
Warm
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Manuel
GermanyOld hotel and as opposed to others in the area a bit outdated.
Central location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Justyna
United KingdomWe requested a twin room, which is two separate beds pushed together.
Such a cute small hotel, located very close to the train and walking distance to old and new town. Room was stunning and very comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Katherine
United States of AmericaDidn’t have a fitted sheet. A top sheet was used as the fitted sheet, and there was no top sheet. Very weird.
Location! Warmth! Clean!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Karen
United Kingdomlocation, central and very quiet. comfortable bed. lovely staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Lynda
United KingdomThe shower was very good but we could have done with a shower stool.
Has a lift
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Adrian
United KingdomThe hotel was in need of care and attention.
The hotel was quite gracious Georgian Building. Our room was quiet and allowed a good nights sleep! The location was perfect to explore the city, and for us to go to a wedding at th Balmoral.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Haiyun
AustraliaA bit old
Good location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Ian
United KingdomRoom was a little tired
With in easy walking distance to city centre
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Maria
United KingdomHighly priced for small room and basic facilities
Location was good and everyday good room services
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Juliet
United KingdomOnly slight niggle water came out under shower screen.
The room was clean, quiet and comfortable. Liked the Brodie’s tea bags. And Scottish soaps. Continental breakfast was very good. Staff friendly. Bonus leaving bags for couple of hours.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Amani
United States of AmericaThe location of the hotel was perfect. You’re not even a five minute walk from Waverley. The room was more spacious than we imagined and the staff were very friendly. Carlton Hill is next to it for perfect views of Edinburgh. Don’t miss the restaurant Howies on the corner, best food we ate in Edinburgh! We will definitely be back!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Angela
United KingdomGreat central location; tastefully decorated; comfortable hotel and great to stay somewhere with a bit more individuality than the big chains.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Richard
United KingdomNo cause for complaint about anything.
Very friendly and welcoming staff. All information about the hotel and services explained on arrival. Very clean and comfortable room and a short walk to lots of places of interest.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Bajl71
IrelandThe mattress was all foam, that swallows you, no firm support for the body.The sofa was a sofa bed, slanty low cushions.The armchair was hard, as was alk the seating in the foyer. Tartan scstter cushions not necessary, please focus on getting supportive mattresses,dump those cheap foam ones! All the dark wood was heavy, the desk chair was very old. Breakfast costs 18.50 extra, so the room is not as cheap as you think.
Great central location, close to bus tours, airport bus etc, in city centre. I booked it for comfort and classic look. Gorgeous wet room bathroom, very clean. Great lighting, but you can't switch it off from one side.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 17, 2024
Sue
United KingdomThe hotel is very well located. It's just off Regents Road at Calton Hill and is very quiet, especially considering how central it is. Bedrooms are comfortable and the interior design is subtly 'Scottish' without being twee.
Stayed in April 2024
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