EDINBURGH HOUSE HOTEL, Edinburgh – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
90-92 Pilrig Street,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH6 5AY,
Edinburgh
Historic Victorian Townhouse
Edinburgh House Hotel is set in a 19th-century Victorian townhouse, retaining original period details. The lobby is compact, with a small reading room on the left. The hotel has 30 individually decorated guestrooms, each with an LCD TV, DVD player, and tea/coffee maker. Some rooms share a private bathroom on the lower level.
Simple Breakfast & Amenities
Continental breakfast is served in a dining area with beamed ceilings. Public areas offer free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and tour assistance. The hotel provides ironing facilities, hair dryers, and wake-up service.
Garden & Nearby Attractions
The hotel has a garden for relaxation. It is a 10-minute walk to Waverley Railway Station and 2 km from Edinburgh Waverley. Nearby landmarks include Royal Yacht Britannia (1.5 km), Calton Hill (1.5 km), and Princes Street Gardens (2 km).
Transport & Local Area
Edinburgh Airport is 11.7 km away. The hotel is in a quiet Leith neighborhood, close to Pilrig St Paul's Church and South Leith Parish Church. Bus #7 stops nearby, with direct routes to Central Station.
Budget-Friendly Base
The hotel suits budget travelers, with free parking and family rooms available. It is 2 km from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Public transport links provide easy access to Edinburgh Zoo and Holyrood Palace.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Key access
Services
Housekeeping
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Heating
Terrace
Ironing facilities
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Location
90-92 Pilrig Street,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH6 5AY,
Edinburgh
Map view
90-92 Pilrig Street,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH6 5AY,
Edinburgh
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
1.4
mi
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1.4
mi
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
1.7
mi
Landmark
Royal Yacht Britannia
1.2
mi
Landmark
Royal Mile
1.3
mi
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1.3
mi
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
1.5
mi
Park
Princes Street Gardens
1.4
mi
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1.5
mi
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
1.3
mi
Botanical Garden
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
1.2
mi
Landmark
Calton Hill
1.2
mi
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1.4
mi
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1.4
mi
Landmark
Nelson Monument
1.1
mi
Park
Holyrood Park
1.5
mi
Monument
Scott Monument
1.3
mi
Landmark
Princes Street
1.5
mi
Museum
Dynamic Earth
1.6
mi
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1.3
mi
Landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
1.4
mi
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1.3
mi
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1.4
mi
Landmark
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1.4
mi
Landmark
Sherlock Holmes Statue
4200 ft
Church
South Leith Parish Church
2700 ft
Public Building
The Scottish Parliament
1.3
mi
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
1.4
mi
Gallery
Collective Gallery
1.1
mi
Museum
John Knox House
1.5
mi
Nearby
Church
Pilrig St. Paul's Church
1100 ft
Restaurants
Casa Amiga Leith
1800 ft
294 Leith Walk
Los Cardos
2200 ft
224 Leith Walk
Best Kebab House
2000 ft
266 Leith Walk
305 Cafe
2000 ft
305 Leith Walk
Gaia Delicatessan
1500 ft
32 Crighton Place Leith Walk
Bier Hoose
1400 ft
379 Leith Walk
Coffee Home
1500 ft
28 Crighton Place
Hungry Wolf Cafe & Takeaway
1700 ft
16 Lona Street
Qupi Cafe
2500 ft
171 Leith Walk
Cask & Still
2400 ft
180-182 Leith Walk
Sicillian Pastry Shop
2000 ft
14-16 Albert Street
Coffee Tepuy
1800 ft
2 Crighton Place Lochend butterfly way
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 9 reviews
0.7
0.7/10 based on 3153 reviews
Anthony
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.2/10
Arriving at the hotel, I found the rooms to be quite new and the shower very nice. The room was spacious enough for me, my partner, and our two kids, although we did have a small hiccup with the heating starting later in the day. The service was a mix of cheeky attempts to upsell and friendly, helpful interactions. The location, although a bit far from the city at around 2 km, was still centric and convenient, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. The dining experience left something to be desired with the lack of fresh food and the need for a cooked breakfast. Overall, the stay was decent, especially considering the price.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms felt quite new, and the shower was very nice. It was a fair size for 2 adults and 2 children.
Service
6.0
The service was a mix of cheeky attempts to upsell and friendly, helpful interactions.
Location
8.0
The location was pretty centric, although a bit far from the city at around 2 km. It was close to the town centre with lots of shops and restaurants nearby.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not the best, as the food was not fresh and a cooked breakfast was needed.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for our needs during the stay.
Edward
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was convenient, close to the town center, but the room was small and noisy. The staff were accommodating, but the dining experience was overpriced for a simple breakfast.
Rooms
5.0
The single room I stayed in was very small and dated with thin walls, making it noisy and hard to sleep. Additionally, being on the ground floor felt like being in a basement.
Service
8.0
The staff member I interacted with was very pleasant and helpful.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is quite central, making it suitable for a city break in Edinburgh. However, being right at the front meant hearing a lot of noise from people coming and going.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was not a great value for money, as it was overpriced for a simple meal. It is advisable to avoid dining here if possible.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel had limited dining options and the room lacked basic amenities.
John
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.0/10
The hotel is very close to the town center, offering a convenient location, but noise from thin walls can be disruptive. The staff are kind and accommodating, although check-in can be slow. The dining options are overpriced and subpar, with cleanliness issues noted. The rooms are small, dated, and prone to leaks, affecting sleep quality.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms, while tidy, are small, dated, and noisy due to thin walls. Leaking during rain and puddles on the bathroom floor were disappointing.
Service
7.0
The staff were kind and accommodating, though check-in took longer than expected.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location is convenient, being very close to the town center, but noise levels can be high due to adjacent occupants and thin walls.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was pricey and unsatisfactory, with cleanliness issues in the rooms noted during mealtime.
Facilities
6.0
Adrian
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.6/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spotlessly clean and comfortable, ideal for a short stay, but my attic room was small and noisy. The service was top-notch, with prompt assistance from the staff, but there were inconsistencies. The location was relatively close to the town center, though some noise concerns existed. Dining was a major letdown, overpriced and unacceptable. Overall, a decent stay with some flaws to consider.
Rooms
8.0
My room was spotlessly clean and comfortable, perfect for a short stay.
Service
8.0
The service was great; the staff were helpful and accommodating.
Location
7.0
The hotel was relatively close to the town center, which was convenient despite some noise issues.
Dining
5.0
Dining was a major disappointment, terribly overpriced for substandard options.
Facilities
6.0
Peter
United Kingdom,
February
2024
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel was quite convenient for a city break in Edinburgh. The room I got, despite being at the bottom of the stair case, was spacious enough for three people and very clean. However, being in a tiny, scruffy loft room felt a bit cramped. The location was great with some good pubs and restaurants nearby and a short walk to the center, though slightly far from Princess Street. The dining was a bit off with additional charges for baggage storage and electricity issues, but the local products were a plus.
Rooms
8.0
My room, for three people, was big, clean, and neat. It was at the bottom of the stair case, which had a door.
Service
6.0
The service lacked accuracy in timing, but the housekeeping was fine overall.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is convenient for a city break, with good pubs and restaurants nearby and a manageable walk to the center.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was average with extra charges and some issues but decent quality local products.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were basic and functional, but nothing extraordinary stood out.
James
United States,
December
2023
5.6/10
Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms felt more like a hostel setup rather than a venue you'd expect for the price. Being located in the attic didn't add to the feeling of security. However, the staff's response to early arrival was commendable.
Rooms
5.0
The room reminded me more of a hostel than a venue worth the price. Being situated in the attic didn't help with the feeling of security.
Service
5.0
The service during check-in was disinterested, with staff more engrossed in their phones than showing any politeness. However, when faced with an issue upon early arrival, they were very helpful.
Location
6.0
The location was decent, with good bus connectivity to the city and convenient for our intended visits. However, being misinformed about certain places nearby was a letdown.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was underwhelming with basic breakfast options at a specified time.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacked adequate dining options and facility enhancements which could have improved the overall experience.
helpful staff
hostel-like rooms
Kate
United States,
December
2023
7.0/10
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. The location is convenient, with easy access to many places of interest. The rooms were incredibly small, but the friendly staff made up for it. Unfortunately, the dining options were quite disappointing, lacking variety and quality.
Rooms
7.0
Despite the small size, the rooms were surprisingly comfy.
Service
9.0
The staff here were very friendly and welcoming, which made my stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is quite good, not too far from the city center and with excellent bus service.
Dining
5.0
I must say that the dining experience here left much to be desired, especially considering the price paid. The lack of decent breakfast options was a letdown.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were basic but functional. Nothing extraordinary, but it served its purpose.
Graham
United Kingdom,
December
2023
6.4/10
I found this hotel to be a great budget-friendly option with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. The rooms are cozy, even if they smelled slightly damp, but the free upgrade to a larger room was a pleasant surprise. The thin walls and noisy service were a downside, but considering the reasonable price, it's still a fantastic choice, especially for those looking to save some money.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had everything you need for a good rest and a comfortable stay, despite a slight smell of damp.
Service
6.0
The service had its ups and downs, from housekeeping entering early to thin walls amplifying noise, but staff were generally friendly despite some noise disturbances.
Location
8.0
The location is the standout feature here, with easy access to Leith Walk's vibrant bars and restaurants, making it a convenient choice for foodies.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were not impressive, with a basic continental breakfast that didn't offer much variety, but it did come at a reasonable cost.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were average, with nothing extraordinary noted, but they served their purpose adequately for the price point.
Christina
United States,
September
2023
5.0/10
The hotel is located along several bus routes, but the rooms looked quite worn out and needed painting and decorating. Although the rooms were too small to comfortably accommodate luggage and jackets, the hotel offers a convenient location with easy access to transportation.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms, decorated in old wood, looked quite worn out and needed painting and decorating.
Service
5.0
The service was extremely rude upon check-in, but on the bright side, there was at least Netflix available. The staff seemed uninterested in ensuring a pleasant stay, with a lackluster attitude.
Location
5.0
The location, with a 20/25 min walk to the bus stop, was acceptable but not up to a standard breakfast. It is close to the city center and offers softer stone floors.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience, included in the price but disappointing, offered industrial food directly from the supermarket, which was not value for money. The selection was poor, with minimal choices for the amount charged.
Facilities
5.0
The homemade cakes were a delightful touch, but the dining options were a major downside in terms of quality and value for money.
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