Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Junior Suite | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

7.8Good

(489 Ratings)

"This was a gem in Edinburgh. we had a beautiful suite overlooking the street. The staff was warm and friendly... lots of good tips on visiting in the area."

Brenda

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7.8 / 10.0

Good(489 Ratings)

Hotel in Edinburgh

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

High-end valueWell priced for this area

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Includes essentialsWiFi/Internet, TV, Coffee/tea maker and more

About this hotel

Georgian hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Princes Street
A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a business center, and conference space are onsite.
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offers 16 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Amenities at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

Non-smoking

Bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Bar

Balcony/Terrace

WiFi/Internet

No pets allowed

Garden

Kettle

Laundry services

Ironing facilities

Towels

Safe

Desk

Hairdryer

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

National Museum of Scotland

1.1 mi

Stirling Castle

30.5 mi

Royal Yacht Britannia

2.7 mi

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

0.8 mi

Available Rooms

$$$$

7.8Good

(489 Ratings)

"This was a gem in Edinburgh. we had a beautiful suite overlooking the street. The staff was warm and friendly... lots of good tips on visiting in the area."

Brenda

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

7.8 / 10.0

Good(489 Ratings)

Hotel in Edinburgh

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Includes essentialsWiFi/Internet, TV, Coffee/tea maker and more

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

National Museum of Scotland

1.1 mi

Stirling Castle

30.5 mi

Royal Yacht Britannia

2.7 mi

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

0.8 mi

Available Rooms

About this hotel

Amenities

Non-smoking

Bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Bar

Balcony/Terrace

WiFi/Internet

No pets allowed

Garden

Kettle

Laundry services

Ironing facilities

Towels

Safe

Desk

Hairdryer

Ratings and reviews

7.8 / 10.0

Good(489 Ratings)

4.0 / 10.0

Only stayed there for one night, but had a good experience.

1.0 / 10.0

The hotel is full of mold and it looks like the room has been never ventilated also the brakefast was horrible and make us have stomach aches

4.0 / 10.0

The shower room needed a good clean and freshen up. The silicon all needs replaced and the toilet was wobbly

8.0 / 10.0

It’s a nice place but but his best times are over

2.0 / 10.0

The bathroom was terrible - the shower didn't drain - you were standing in dirty water. Caulking was needed everywhere. I know it's a very old building but charging people to stay should result in applying more funds for upkeep.

8.0 / 10.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful. One of the young men even used his phone to order dinner for us! They were helpful with guiding us to restaurants and helping take up our luggage. The only issue that was not great was the stairs and having to go up two flights. Otherwise, the hotel was good.

10.0 / 10.0

This was a gem in Edinburgh. we had a beautiful suite overlooking the street. The staff was warm and friendly... lots of good tips on visiting in the area.

10.0 / 10.0

I like the proximity to downtown Edinburgh and the castle. Walking everywhere was easy. The staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel was lovely.

10.0 / 10.0

Parking was a challenge the first night. Had to park on the street. Edinburgh parking is expensive!

6.0 / 10.0

Bed was comfortable but everything could definitely use some fresh paint & TLC. Wouldn’t stay there again especially for the $$$ Staff were ok but definitely not what I would call friendly. There was no TP in the bathroom when we got there so we had to go up & ask for it. He brought it but with no apology.

2.0 / 10.0

There wasn’t any cold water in the shower so water was scalding hot also when we turned the water on in the sink the water leaked under the toilet! we reported these issues and told they would be addressed but they were not!!!!!!! Bed was comfortable but room was in really bad shape! Front desk check person was super friendly but doesn’t make up for not being able to shower! I’m a budget traveler and I don’t mind an older hotel but this one is in serious need of repairs and a good cleaning! The location was pretty far from any stores or food when I asked the night person where we could get a bite to eat In the area he said he didn’t know!! It was pretty rough good thing we only booked for 2 nights and found another hotel for the rest of our trip

6.0 / 10.0

I stayed for 2 nights. The staff were friendly and accommodating. I did not make use of bar or restaurant due to having other plans. The room was quite small but adequate. It was however rather tired and could have been a little cleaner.

5.0 / 10.0

Manager could not have been more helpful. Quiet and comfortable rooms, at a great location! Excellent find.

5.0 / 10.0

Got in late and left early. Didn't interact directly with staff, but self check-in was easy, and the room was as described. Good value for that part of town.

8.0 / 10.0

It was great to stay in a beautiful area of Edinburgh close to a tram line and within walking distance of many sights and amenities

10.0 / 10.0

Quaint. Great staff. Especially Andrew

6.0 / 10.0

Parking in the area was rough but arranging parking through the hotel made it easy. Hotel was a little outdated and rooms were sparse, but the staff was incredibly informative and friendly. Good area. Easy walk to the royal mile and very close to dean village.

10.0 / 10.0

Over all very nice

2.0 / 10.0

We arrived at 4:30 pm. Checking was anytime after 3. There was no parking and was told that nearest parking would be at least a 15 min walk. We had luggage and a guest with heart issue. We asked to see the room because the hotel desk area didn’t appear as the photos. The room had no been cleaned and rags and cleaner left in room. Bathroom was dirty. We said we couldn’t stay as this was not acceptable. We contacted Expedia. They contacted the manager who lied and said we never came to the hotel only called. That is not true. He would not refund our money. Very disappointed in both this Hotel and Expedia for not doing the right thing. It is not our fault that room was not cleaned and no parking except maybe at a public lots 15 minute walk away. Why lie? Very very poor business attitude towards their hotel conditions and their guests expectation.

10.0 / 10.0

Great hotel with very friendly staff. If I’m ever back in the area, I’d stay there again.

2.0 / 10.0

Avoid Avoid Avoid!!! This review is a very honest review and only from the reception to our allotted basement room…room 2. The approach to the room is very dated and not very clean. The wallpaper around light switches at the bottom of the stairs was filthy. In the room it became very apparent that the room was not of a standard that we would have expected for the price that we had paid. It was very dirty, with stains on the carpet, the roller blind at the window had a couple of holes in it, there were holes in the wood work around the door and the bed had the drawers removed from the divan and ripped material hanging down. I appreciate that this is an old building but the overall decoration is very very poor. In the bathroom there was a horrible brown stain at the front of the basin and it looked like a chunk of the basin had been broken off and glued back on. The toilet had no fixings and was wobbling around loose. In the shower cubicle the grout in the tiles looked black and mouldy and as with the bedroom, the bathroom was very dirty and of a very poor standard. We actually looked at the possibilities of finding another hotel but on a Friday evening in Edinburgh, that’s an almost impossible task. I approached the chap on reception to express our thoughts within the hour of arrival and he said that he would pass them on to the manager. At no point did anyone try to make any contact with us. It wasn’t until checkout that I spoke with the manager and he was very dismissive.

2.0 / 10.0

Extremely unhelpful desk clerk. Bedwas bunk bed type with springs very noisy. bed cover was stained. Bathroom had rust everywhere. I had a shower & left the hotel. Told the clerk he & the hotel were a complete waste of my time and money. Any positive reviews here are quite obviously fake !!!!

4.0 / 10.0

The hotel was very tired and dirty. There was damp in the bedroom, black mould in the bathroom and tiles coming off the wall. The blind didn’t shut properly and the toilet and sink were loose. I had more photos, but could only submit 8!

4.0 / 10.0

Parking was a nightmare, hardly any available and reservation lot was blocks away and hard to locate. No heat in the boilers, electric heater kept falling off the wall. Room was not cleaned, never given fresh coffee cups and had to ask for additional coffee. No shampoo available. Bathroom had big windows, glass was fuzzed but no covers. Windows all nailed shut so felt unsafe in case of fire. Just overall run down with poor service.

10.0 / 10.0

Great property. Beautiful hotel. Great service.

8.0 / 10.0

Staff are very nice and helpful.

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely staff good location by well work facility in need of a major facelift

10.0 / 10.0

The staff was excellent. The location was quiet. Areas of interest were a quick cab ride away. I would definitely recommend to any traveller.

5.0 / 10.0

The staff was very helpful.

2.0 / 10.0

Single bed was tiny set in middle of room. Window wouldnt open and when opened has no stopper and it kept falling and closing and it was hot day. Very uncomfortable stay. Couldn’t sleep all night. Breakfast was terrible. No hot food just cold boiled eggs and cold cheese. Coffee was terrible. Waste of money

6.0 / 10.0

Bathroom in Rm. 1 is in need of some work about the tub. Mouldy and ugly

6.0 / 10.0

The staff was nice the accommodations were three star, maybe less. Our room had a broken down couch-bed they reclaimed as a second bed, there is no way anyone could sleep on it. The beds were also haphazard made.

3.0 / 10.0

We have just returned from a 2 night stay at the Edinburgh Thistle. The staff Andrew and Neil were really welcoming, helpful, personable and couldn't do enough for us - especially Andrew (what a sweetie) The property was in a nice location. A 20 minute walk into the shopping district and a 30 minutes walk to the royal mile and historic areas. The property - although very dated had character but unfortunately the bathroom was the most disappointing bit. There was mould all around the grouting - a simple fix. And the bath tub was unusable for a bath as the taps were only useable as a shower. This would have been welcomer after a long day on our feet. We stayed on the top floor having requested a twin room and there were 78 steps to the top. Which is fine but we wouldn't recommend if you have mobility issues. We didn't have breakfast there so couldn't comment on that but the coffee was nice. The Pillows in our room were quite unusable also. One rock hard and huge and the other thin and lank. Overall we had a lovely stay. I would say that the price we paid did not reflect in the quality of the hotel especially as we didn't have breakfast included but we enjoyed the staff and our time there nonetheless.

8.0 / 10.0

This is a historical property. Beautiful iron railings, high ceilings. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Will draw you a map and write directions. No AC, No elevator. But if you want authentic, this is the place.

10.0 / 10.0

This was a beautiful and charming hotel. The front desk guys both morning and evening (sorry forgot your names) were so welcoming and friendly. They both were full of great information about the town along with wonderful recommendations for dinner. We will definitely be visiting again, thank you for everything!

2.0 / 10.0

This hotel is in terrible condition. The comforter and chair had stains on them. The shower was also stained with some red stuff, there was also rust in the bathroom, holes in the ceiling, torn carpet, the TV did not work, and there was a log holding the window up. I also killed a big brown spider in room 28. Very awful experience!

8.0 / 10.0

Staff was great. Very friendly and helpful (and each also wore many hats). Nice breakfast but staff was limited and unable to keep up with replenishment. Room we had was charming, (which also means not very updated). Almost impossible to keep water off the floor during showers. All in all, we enjoyed our stay, and that was because the staff's efforts.

8.0 / 10.0

Great service, great breakfast, great location, the property and rooms a little run down and could do with a little upkeep - however, would come back next time in town

10.0 / 10.0

The facility was clean and the staff were very nice.

5.0 / 10.0

We had a two nights stay in the Manor Suite- the room's incredibly comfortable and we got some good night's sleep. Staff is nice and check-in was quick. Breakfast was ok- limited choice but fresh fruits! Also, you're only a 10min walk away from Prince Street. Check parking lot availability early on.

FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Edinburgh Thistle Hotel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

We found 16 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, tv, bathroom, coffee/tea maker, and bar.

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Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

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About this hotel

Amenities at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

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Available Rooms

Hotel in Edinburgh

Reasons to book

Map of Edinburgh

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

About this hotel

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Edinburgh Thistle Hotel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

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