The Torfin

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Edinburgh Zoo

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Interior detail
Deluxe King Room
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Shared kitchen
Deluxe King Room
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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108 St Johns road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 8AX
  • Place, Edinburgh Zoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Murrayfield Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Edinburgh

At The Torfin you'll be 1 km (0.6 mi) from Edinburgh Zoo and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Murrayfield Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a hair salon. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 10:00 AM and noon. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Corstorphine hotel include Edinburgh Park and Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edinburgh Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Princes Street - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Saughton Tram Stop - 18 min walk
  • South Gyle Station - 19 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The White Lady (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grasslands Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Torfin

Hotel with a restaurant, near Edinburgh Zoo
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Torfin also features a terrace and a hair salon.

This 3.5-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Torfin offers 4 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 10:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 4 to 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 4 to 6 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

TORFIN Hotel Edinburgh
TORFIN Hotel
TORFIN Edinburgh
TORFIN
The Torfin Hotel
The Torfin Edinburgh
The Torfin Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Torfin?

The Torfin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Torfin?

As of 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Torfin on 2 Nov 2025 start from NZ$239.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Torfin?

The closest beach to The Torfin is Portobello Beach (10.9 km).

Does The Torfin serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 10:00 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Torfin?

No, The Torfin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Torfin?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Torfin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Torfin?

Furry friends are welcome at The Torfin, with food and water bowls on offer.