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Thistle Hotel
Located a 25-minute walk from Palace of Holyroodhouse, Thistle Hotel is housed in an elegant-style building near Catherine Sinclair Monument. It contains 13 non-smoking rooms that strike a perfect balance between comfort and style. There is private parking and high speed internet access.
The venue is set in Leith district, next to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. The accommodation is set a 20-minute walk from Royal Highland Centre.
For guests' convenience, the rooms include an in-room safe, satellite TV and a telephone. Each room has a spectacular view of the castle. They are fitted with queen size beds, king size beds and sofa beds and hypo-allergenic pillows and foam pillows.
edinburgh thistle hotel. Thistle Hotel Edinburgh features a continental breakfast. Enjoy your stay in the large café bar onsite. Guests can dine at Number Seven Restaurant, No. 35 at The Bonham Hotel and The Edinburgh Residence Restaurant located within 5 minutes' walk away. Edinburgh Waverley train station is swiftly reachable. Turnhouse airport can be reached by car. Facilities for business include computers, a business centre and a photocopier.The accommodation offers a shared lounge and a library. edinburgh thistle hotel
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Amenities
Main Features
- Free Wi-Fi
- Express check-in/ -out
- On-site Dining
- Meeting facilities
- Child-friendly
- No pets allowed
Facilities
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Electric kettle
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Leisure/ TV room
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Children's buffet
- Carpeted floor
Policy
- Children and extra beds
- All children under the age of 1 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
- All children under the age of 2 may stay for free in a cot.
- Older children/adults may stay at the price of GBP 30 per person per night in an extra bed.
- Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
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Local Attractions
Attractions
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One (500 m)
- Water of Leith Walkway (200 m)
- Edinburgh Gin Distillery (600 m)
- William Gladstone Memorial (400 m)
- Dean Village (300 m)
- Dean Cemetery (450 m)
- Horse and Rider (600 m)
- Saint Mary's Cathedral (250 m)
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) (700 m)
Airports
- Edinburgh (12 km)
Train stations
- Edinburgh Waverley station (1.8 km)
Reviews
100% Verified Reviews
John
2023-08-26
In overall the room was a nice size and great value and with a big bathroom, a comfortable bed, as example. The breakfast was delicious with boiled eggs and of course fresh brewed coffee, as example, perfect to start our day.
Herbert
2023-08-20
Nicely decorated king room with the view. Modern design. Peaceful and decent location in Edinburgh, not far from sights including Edinburgh castle as well as the main tourist attractions.
Old bathroom.
Steve
2023-08-01
Well priced and excellent quality place all in all, has service-minded staff at reception desk. A quadruple room has basic facilities you need. The restaurant serves fresh local food.
Adam
2023-07-30
Recently renovated room with spacious bed and smoke detectors for safety measures. Nice view of the castle from the window. Good location for visiting pubs and eateries.
No elevator at all.
Jack
2023-07-28
Truly enjoyed generous sized twin room with breakfast, wouldn't mind staying there all day. I had a really really nice experience and would stay here again.
Sarah
2023-07-25
Stylish affordable hotel with amiable staff members at reception desk. Modern and airy room plus impeccably clean bathroom. Perfect, good location in Edinburgh, near to good restaurants and pubs, and buses into town and out to the Airport, Zoo. Situated only 1 km from a national art gallery.
Noel
2023-07-22
High quality hotel, peaceful location located on a very quiet road close to St Mary's Cathedral and exceptionally helpful staff. Good and fresh meals.
Alasdair
2023-07-20
The weather was warm, had unforgettable stay at £ 95 a night. Our hotel room was newly renovated and stylish with nice view of castle. The location was quiet and decent, very close to Haymarket station, in the nice quiet area. The restaurant had freshly cooked food. We would recomand it.
David
2023-07-18
Loved the room with comfortable bed, my bed was very clean.
Edward
2023-07-15
Generally, the place was stylish and had excellent staff at reception desk. The quadruple room was tastefully decorated and modern. The bed was comfy, plus the bathroom was spotless. As for me, the location was perfect and excellent, near to the Castle and other amenities and sights including Edinburgh castle.
David
2023-07-15
The hotel is good quality with hard-working staff at reception desk.
Amy
2023-07-13
Accommodation was fairly large and wonderful little with very professional staff at reception desk. The location was prime, a 10-15 minute walking distance from a grand townhouse. This hotel was in a pretty area short walk to the town center as well as the shopping street.
Peter
2023-07-08
Recently renovated rooms with hypoallergenic pillows. The nice view to garden from its windows. Amazing, marvellous location in the lovely quiet area.
Donald
2023-07-07
By and large, it was well priced place with excellent staff at reception desk. The breakfast had a wide range of fresh food and drinks.
Brian
2023-07-07
It was clean with super friendly staff at reception desk. The food was gorgeous and there were a great selection of dishes in the menu.
Louise
2023-07-05
The units are good value for money with nice views.
Anthony
2023-06-14
Quiet and prime location in a quiet neighborhood which meant a 10-15 minute walk to cafes or shopping, easy to get anywhere. Great value for money and well furnished room with a nice decor.
Jack
2023-06-14
Everything was lovely, so were incredible views of the castle. The bed was very clean, room was neat & recently renovated.
Derek
2023-05-05
I greatly enjoyed configuration of the quadruple room. The bathroom was reasonably clean with shower facilities, a hair dryer, and bath sheets.
Maria
2023-03-02
Prime location in Edinburgh near to the Haymarket, main attractions and parks and the capital.
Mary
2023-02-24
The location was decent, you can visit Escape by walking. Moreover, it's very close to other attractions, restaurants, and central Edinburgh.
David
2023-02-07
It had very central location close to Escape. It was set in a domestic area.
William
2023-02-05
The view from our king room was fantastic! Peaceful location - an easy walk to everywhere we needed.
Harry
2023-01-23
The place had a quiet atmosphere. One of the advantages - neat rooms; they included a shower, a hair dryer and bath sheets. The breakfast was delicious overall.
Ann
2022-12-23
The location was secure, at a short distance from New Town. The queen room we stayed in were airy with beautiful view.
John
2022-12-18
The location was brilliant, within walking distance of Co-op Food. It was a good area, a good base for me.
Mick
2022-12-17
Booked twin room, had a such wonderful stay for two nights. Btw it included iron/ironing board, coffee/tea makers and a work desk. Moreover, we parked the car onsite.
Natalie
2022-12-05
The place was fairly clean, I booked the double room with castle views, everything was perfect. I was met by attentive and efficient staff at the reception. The bathroom was brilliant and the beds comfortable. The location was peaceful, just a short walk away from a grand townhouse.
Catherine
2022-11-15
The location is decent, 15 minutes' walk to The Hub. It's close enough to Edinburgh, and the castle. The beds are good sized, the breakfast is delicious.
Ella
2022-11-08
Sincerely, it was a very enjoyable stay for two nights. The king room had a safe box, central heating and an iron, facilities worked for us. The location was SECURE in the area we love and the staff here was caring.
David
2022-11-08
Good overall experience. The triple room is airy with nice view, the hand-washing soap, as for instance.
J.
2022-10-31
The room was warm and offered with the bathroom, nice view and comfortable bed. It was cosy, and employees were attentive and caring. The location of the hotel was incredible and prime - not too far from Co-op Food.
Leo
2022-10-30
the location is unbeatable, situated at the end of the road. there's plenty of restaurants to choose from, like a room in the west end, set within 10 minutes walk or so.
Derek
2022-10-24
Fairly clean place in classical style with all necessary facilities.
John
2022-10-22
Stylish units with large comfortable bed, the bathroom, as example, and accommodating staff. Quiet atmosphere. Perfect location, just a short stroll away from New Town. Very enjoyable stay in safe area.
George
2022-10-15
Liked the place, had an enjoyable stay for two nights. Besides, the location was perfect and reasonable for our stay, within 25 minutes' walk of a national art gallery. Everything was simply perfect.
Helen
2022-08-29
Delicious breakfast with a good choice of options to choose from. Magnificent, decent location in West End district next to the Old Town, bus stops, and Edinburgh.
Matthew
2022-08-23
Perfect and incredible location to Co-op Food. A great selection of food options relatively near the venue.
Antony
2022-07-15
The hotel was a good base for enjoying a secure area, close to the city centre and the castle. The staff was attentive and caring providing assistance. Speedy check-in, just what we needed. The location turned out to be peaceful and prime.
David
2021-01-02
Ideal location and comfy bed. We had views of the castle.
Paul
2020-11-17
Great staff and good breakfasts. Besides, we could use free Wi Fi in all rooms. Quiet place, you know.
Madeleine
2020-04-17
They had an early check-in. Situated 15 mins walk from scottish national gallery and near to other tourist spots. 25 min walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station
Frequently asked questions
- ❓Where is the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel located?The 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is situated in the West End district, within 11 minutes' walk from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
- 🕌Which popular sights should we attend while staying in the Thistle?Staying in the Thistle guests can visit Omni Centre (2 km), Edinburgh International Conference Centre (0.9 km) and the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" (1.9 km), among others.
- ✈What is the distance between Edinburgh Thistle Hotel and Edinburgh airport?A 0.5-km distance separates Edinburgh Thistle Hotel from the Edinburgh airport. It will take you a 20-minute drive to get there.
- 🚗Is parking available in the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?Yes, at the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel there is a parking onsite for GBP 20 per day.
- 🚎What transport stations are close to the hotel?The closest bus station to the hotel is Chester Street (100 metres).
- ❓Which dining options are available to the guests of the Edinburgh hotel?Unfortunately, the Edinburgh hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in Cafe Braw and Teuchters restaurants placed within a 6-minute walk from the property.
- ❓What is the check-in and check-out time in the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?At the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel guests are asked to check in at 15:00 and check out until 11:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
- 💵What is the price for a room at the 3-star Thistle?At the 3-star Thistle a room price starts at £114.
- ❓What are the payment methods used in the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?Payment methods in the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel include:
- Mastercard
- Visa
- American Express
- Discover
- Maestro
- Solo
- Switch
- 🚪What room types are offered in the hotel?At the hotel you can choose your room from the following options:
- Guest Room
- Twin Room
- Double Room
- Junior Suite
- Triple Room
- Quadruple Room
- Executive King Room
- ❓What are the extra facilities in the rooms of the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?Certain suites at the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel boast views over the city as well as feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless Internet and an individual safe and smoke detectors for security reasons.
- ❓Does the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?Yes, the 3-star Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offers Wi Fi for free.