This was the perfect hotel for a two night stay in Edinburgh. It's super centrally located and well…read morepriced. We were able to drop off our bags at 7 am and the room was ready by 12:30 pm. One of the major benefits for me is that they let you borrow a straightener from the front desk. My hair was so grateful!! The rooms are tiny but that's to be expected in Europe! The WiFi wasn't fantastic either but we really didn't need it much.

This hotel is located in the Grassmarket area of Edinburg. It's just steps away from Old Town and…read morethe Royal Mile. Edinburg Castle is about a 15 minute walk. There is a restaurant in the hotel but there are a LOT of restaurants within walking distance. We had asked for a room with two beds thinking they would be single beds. (Our last experience with hotels in Europe was not a great one. We had a tiny room and a tiny bed,) When we got our room it was bigger than we expected. It had two beds-one was a king and the other a queen. What a nice surprise! There is no air conditioning in most hotels in Europe. With the windows open and a fan I was quite comfortable because the temp was around 60° the three nights we were there. The hubby who likes it much colder said it was bearable. The staff was friendly. The hotel was clean. I don't remember if breakfast is included in the price. There is a buffet breakfast or you can order off the menu. The last morning I ordered the smoked salmon, poached eggs, and sourdough toast off the hot menu. It was delicious. Had to have smoked salmon before I left Scotland...wish I would have ordered it sooner. Yummy. Would have given it 4 stars but with the lack of ac and having to climb several sets of stairs before you get to the elevator I'm giving it 3 stars. In all fairness, on occasion I did use the hotel ramp to get into or leave the hotel but that entailed walking through the rain. It did, however, lead you directly to the elevator.

Standing at the East End of Princes Street is the imposing building known today as The Balmoral…read moreHotel. Owned by Sir Rocco Forte since 1997, the building has been completely refurbished and now enjoys a worldwide reputation as a luxury hotel. The hotel is a well-loved landmark which has graced Edinburgh's skyline since 1902 when it began its life as a grand railway hotel. Of course the building has undergone many changes since then but even to this day it still holds a certain magic that has luckily been harnessed and maintained. The famous Balmoral hotel is an iconic feature in the Edinburgh city skyline. With its impressive architecture, famous clocktower, and Scottish flag flying patriotically - it's like a siren that makes you want to see what's inside its walls.

Bar Prince in the Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh is the perfect combination of luxury, quality and…read morecomfort. The Balmoral has been hosting royalty, celebrities, and cultural icons for 120 years, but the staff makes everyone feel special regardless who you are. We went back two days in a row because it is such a beautiful space with quality food and cocktails. The design is stylish modern classic with some of the most beautiful glassware I've seen. The cocktail menu hosts a nice variety of wonderful signature and classic recipes. I had the Nutty Professor (photo #2) which was a tasty blend of Bourbon, spiced rum, Cocchi Torino (sweet vermouth), Frangelico (hazelnut liqueur), and black walnut bitters with an orange garnish. It was so good I didn't change it up for my second. The cocktail menu is fun because of its local focus. They use fresh, locally sourced ingredients, reflecting a commitment to quality and a connection to the surrounding Scottish landscape. We loved everything about the experience for our first time visiting Scotland. The Balmoral Hotel and Bar Prince are a must when you visit beautiful Edinburgh. Go there!!! Salute

I always find things to gripe about, especially regarding hotel rooms, but not this time. For the…read morefirst time in my life I entered a hotel room actually designed for the way travelers travel. From the electric outlets, charging stations, lighting, places for luggage, bathroom counter space, etc everything was was just so comfortable. Mattress was amazing. Overall location could not be beat. Breakfast was as full a buffet as you can get, and ordering from the menu was always an option. Highly recommend.

Friendly staff, comfy beds, BEST fish and triple fried chips (even Bobby Flay only cooks his…read moretwice)! Better than Landry's across the street. US & Canadian travelers...what to expect: twin beds for double occupancy, stiffer sheets, no top sheet, soft mattress. I especially enjoyed a variety of pillows. You are open to the air while sleeping or covered by a warm stuffed duvet, there's no in-between. Room, bathroom, bedding and towels are all clean. Ultimate location in the middle of the Royal Mile. I'd recommend this place

We stayed here for several nights in early March 2025. It was our first trip to Scotland, and we…read morewere looking for a place with some charm. My husband found this online. After some investigation, he declared this was where he wanted to stay. It was in a quiet neighborhood, across the street from a park, away from the noise of the city center, but not too far so that we could still easily call a cab to take us where we wanted to go within a few minutes. What was most surprising was that when we made our reservations, we found that it was actually part of the Best Western hotel chain! It's certainly several steps above most Best Western properties in the United States. The beds were very comfortable, and for an extra £12.50 per night you can get a full breakfast - you can opt for the generous buffet, and you can also order a hot meal made to order in addition to that. The front desk staff was always happy to call a cab for us (and that was our sole means of transportation throughout our stay, so we asked them to do so a great number of times). We never had to wait more than five minutes for one to arrive. We would definitely stay at this property again.

Had a wonderful stay here at the Bruntsfield Hotel, we had a great time! From the check in, to the…read morebreakfast, everyone was so kind and helpful. (The breakfast was delicious by the way.) The hotel itself was cozy, and the room was very large! It was incredibly clean, and the bed was SO comfortable. I liked how there was a throw blanket in addition to the comforter, and many pillow options. There were also terry robes, a fridge, and microwave in the room. We were happy to have space to spread out so we did not feel so confined (some hotels when traveling can be very small.) It was across the street from a park, and walking distance to many great restaurants, coffee shops, and of course the tourist attractions. That is what attracted us here, we were able to walk to the Prince's Street Gardens, Edinburgh Castle, Scotland National Museum, Surgeon's Hall Museum, Royal Mile, and they were all a safe/reasonable walk. The only complaint with the hotel was that we did not know there was no air conditioning, and no fan. The windows opened only a few inches, so the first night was incredibly hot and it was hard to sleep. I did not think to even ask if there was air or a fan when we booked... this is the first time I have encountered such a situation in my many years of travel. Everything else was fantastic though, and I would still stay here again, just during a cooler season than the summer. :)

Fantastic location right next to tram, train, bus routes. Beautiful accommodations at a very…read moreaffordable price. Bonus of a beautiful area for walking. Especially close to Dean's village and the Leif waterway.

Stay here! Three of…read moreus booked a room here for two nights and can't imagine we could have found a better deal with better people. They double booked our room so their overflow room is a gorgeous two bedroom apartment down the street. We gladly accepted! The apt was amazing and very comfortable. They even walked us over at night with our luggage. Breakfast is included and delicious. The owners were just so friendly and accommodating it was a very relaxing stay in Edinburgh. The hotel is about a 10 minute walk to the castle in a more residential part of town. Still only a block away from shops, restaurants, and pubs.

We arrived for our 4 night stay at 9:50pm from a delayed flight and the manager graciously took our…read morefood order (the kitchen was closing at 10pm that night) as we got settled. Comfortable bed and pillows and high ceilings. The bar/restaurant area is elegant and romantic. We had 6 meals there: breakfast benedicts were 5/5, but something in the avocado dishes were not to our liking. Steak pie (3/5) had lots of meat in it but I would have preferred more vegetables. My wife enjoyed her gnocchi (5/5). Parties of 8-12 we saw were all having an great time at Black Ivy.

Formerly The Links and now The Black Ivy Hotel, this spot is a must visit while you are in…read moreEdinburgh. I cannot speak to the hotel itself but I can say the restaurant/lounge there is amazing. It is gorgeously decorated with the mixed vibes of a speakeasy and a botanical garden. We came here with friends. We were a little early so we enjoyed some drinks at the bar - I got a half pint of Guinness and a shot (that's name I have forgotten but is a mix of kahlua and baileys). Then we had dinner with our group. We were told we only had 2 hours for the table but stayed for longer, so take with that information what you will. My partner and I both got the steak pie and fries. I am not a huge fan of the steak fries that they have in the UK but these were nice and crispy. I had never had a steak pie before but this dish was absolutely delicious! Like a chicken pot pie but with pot roast instead of chicken. I was a bit of a lush at this dinner, so our bill was hefty from the drinks but the price felt very reasonable for the quality of food and surroundings.

This is primarily a hotel, but it also has a small bar in the downstairs part, which is open to…read morenon-residents. It reminds me very much of an English pub - booths to sit in with stools dotted around, a wooden bar, slot machines and a grand decor. It feels very much like home walking into a place like this. It's not a busy bar by any stretch of the imagination, and is more often populated with locals than people going for a night out. Nonetheless, it is a nice little watering hole in the Gorgie part of town, and I spent an enjoyable evening there with friends.

I needed a place to watch an important game of football, and the Ardmillan was there when I had…read morenowhere else to go. But it's a fairly basic bar, a little threadbare at the edges I found. I'm sure that it has a loyal clientele though, and here's why. I did the pub quiz here once and it was perhaps the most intense quiz experience of my days - not for my team, but for everyone else. I've not before or since seen quizzes where the teams write down each others' scores round by round, it was as though the scores were more interesting than the questions, the minutiae of statistical analysis providing plenty of entertainment in itself. If you don't fancy what's available on Gorgie Road you may find yourself heading past the Ardmillan on the way to the Caley Sample Room. It's probably best that you keep going, but there's no harm in stopping in for one, just to see what it's like. If you're lucky there'll be a quiz on.

High tea at The Court, Edinburgh -- such a lovely experience overall…read more The ambiance is beautiful and really sets the tone. It's $65 per person, so definitely more of a treat, but it felt worth it. We started with sandwiches -- about six per person. They were fresh and decent (we skipped the ham options), nothing extraordinary but a good start. Then came the pastries... oh my god. Absolutely the highlight. Delicate flavors, beautifully presented -- they genuinely felt like little works of art. Tea and coffee were unlimited, which I really enjoyed, and the serving staff were incredibly sweet and attentive throughout. A really charming experience, especially for the ambiance and desserts.

We had very good customer service and experience until the last hour of our visit. At checkout,…read morecalled front desk for help with luggage, promised to send someone 'right up'. 15 min later called again because they never came right up. Bell desk proceeded to tell us should have left our stuff in room and just come down. As if we would know that after speaking with front desk. Finally bellhop brings our stuff down on the luggage cart, loses control, and dumped all our stuff on the wet filthy Edinburgh sidewalk. Brand new coats, my wife's toiletries rolling across the street. Of course, No accountability, immediately blamed it on 'colleagues' for loading it 'incorrectly'. picked everything up, got car loaded. I decided to tip him anyways because I worked service once upon a time and handed him a five. Instead of saying 'thank you', he said 'yeah'. Needless to say, his attitude and ungratefulness was unexpected after dumping our possessions into the middle of the sidewalk. My wife went back in to see if they could find a glove the same bell desk lost when they brought our items in for check-in. Same bellhop was completely flippant - "it's Edinburgh, we don't have your glove, anyone could have picked it up". very beautiful hotel, breakfast is excellent, fitness/spa very nice, customer service we received from everyone else was top notch. Will give them benefit of doubt, & probably come again, but might not ask for any more 'help' from bell desk.

This is my favourite low budget hotel in Edinburgh. It's virtually a stones throw away from…read morePrincess St so it's great for any tourists. If you book early enough in advance you can get a room for about £40 a night. Make sure you book an en-suite, not that the communal toilets are bad but an extra fiver is worth not having to navigate the corridors for that 4am pee (you know the one!) Staff are very friendly and have great local knowledge, which means they either point you to princess street or to the castle. Decor is nothing like the picture on the website, but if you're looking for a cheap bed for the night, you won't care.