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Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel with bar/lounge, near Princes Street

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Daily continental breakfast (GBP 9.50 per person)
Reception
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Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel, with its charming garden and terrace, is a haven in the heart of Edinburgh. Unwind with a coffee at the coffee shop or explore nearby George Street. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, and multilingual staff on hand to help you plan your stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$157 nightly
The total price is $188
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees

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

Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 131 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deep soaking bathtub

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 211 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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$125 nightly
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Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

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59 Manor Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 7EG

What's nearby

  • Dean Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 22 min drive
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 26 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 26 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 8 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cairngorm Coffee Co West End - ‬7 min walk
  • The Palmerston
  • The Dean Coffee Shop
  • ‪Haymarket Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this Georgian hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Haymarket Tram Station is 8 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 20.00 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 20.00 per night; reservations required)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (22 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1750
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.50 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 20.00 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 20.00 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Edinburgh Thistle Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel and nearby?

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around Edinburgh Thistle Hotel like?

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is in West End, a short 8-minute walk from Haymarket Tram Station and 9 minutes' walk from Princes Street. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Edinburgh Thistle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Room
Bed
Breakfast
Shower
Bathroom
Bar
Clean room
Parking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great property. Beautiful hotel. Great service.
Shirley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff are very nice and helpful.
Debbie, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

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!
Blind wouldn’t close
Damp
Dirt
Jacqueline Ann, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay there again.
David Andrew, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

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 !!!!
Glenn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to sites

The staff was very helpful.
John, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean hotel, friendly staff, ideal central location
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff good location by well work facility in need of a major facelift
John, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent. The location was quiet. Areas of interest were a quick cab ride away. I would definitely recommend to any traveller.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location.
patricia, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

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.
Courtney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The facility was clean and the staff were very nice.
Daniel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really cute little hotel. Could use a good repaint and refurbishment but the staff were really accommodating and it was a very safe place to stay
Brigitte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We liked everything; staff service and friendliness, hotel facilities and location, clean and safe
Jose, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Thistle Hotel was lovely. The staff were charming and helpful and the location was perfect. We plan on staying again.
Mara, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this property because it has an authentic Scottish vibe. It is an old hotel but well managed and kept clean. The entire staff was so friendly and welcoming. I would definitely stay here again!

6/10 Good

The accommodation wasn’t really up to standard, but the staff were great.
Carmine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to Dean Gardens

The Thistle is a quaint hotel off the main thoroughfare. It is quiet, and building their business up. Staying in a “family” room has a few challenges, but the staff was courteous and kind.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed one short night and will do so again.
Abdul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic building close to everything in a lovely part of town. Morning staff was extremely pleasant and helpful.
Carrie, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel was simply basic since being an old building
Rodger, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Before arriving I had to adjust my dates and the owner worked with Expedia to work around the cancellation policy, which I appreciated greatly. The area is well placed so you can enjoy the local sites but are far enough removed that it’s quiet.
Rebecca, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I felt super comfortable and the staff were extraordinary. They went above and beyond making our stay amazing. Ana Lara
Ana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A one night stay, but could not fault it. Room clean and comfortable. Customer service exceptional.
Pete, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Older hotel with lots of history and personality. Staff was wonderful. Friendly and helpful
melanie, 1-night trip