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Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Front of property
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 9.50 per person)
Double Room
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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59 Manor Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 7EG
  • Dean Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 25 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | View from room

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 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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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel places you in the centre of Edinburgh, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Princes Street and George Street. Highlights at this Georgian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 22 square feet (2 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class West End hotel include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.

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 Haymarket Station - 8 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cairngorm Coffee Co West End - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Palmerston - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dean Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Haymarket Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

Georgian hotel with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 22 square feet (2 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Edinburgh Thistle Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Georgian Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 22 sq ft of conference space
  • 2 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1750
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offers 16 accommodations with a safe 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 telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 20 per night); reservations required
  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10 AM on weekends; GBP 9.50 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 22 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1750
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.50 for adults and from GBP 9.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 20.00 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20.00 per night
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Yep, Edinburgh Thistle Hotel has a self car park for GBP 20.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

The closest beach to Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is Portobello Beach (6.7 km).

What makes Edinburgh Thistle Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel.

Is Edinburgh Thistle Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

No, Edinburgh Thistle Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 476 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 476 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 476 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 476 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 476 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
The only fixing holding the toilet in place and it was loose and very dirty behind the toilet
The glued chunk in the basin
Filthy wallpaper in the hallway to room2
Horrible brown stain at the front of the basin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen Elaine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Glenn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Zoe

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Courtney

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline Ann

Travelled with partner
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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with family
Great property. Beautiful hotel. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andreas

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff good location by well work facility in need of a major facelift
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. The location was quiet. Areas of interest were a quick cab ride away. I would definitely recommend to any traveller.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gollup

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to sites

The staff was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Taranjit

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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom in Rm. 1 is in need of some work about the tub. Mouldy and ugly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Meaghan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Elise, Seattle

Travelled with partner
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024