11 Bristo Place, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1EZ, United Kingdom
#29 of 181 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1244 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 September 2025
Waltraud
SwitzerlandNice breakfast, nice service
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 4 September 2025
Nancy
United StatesThe rooms are named after wineries…no room numbers. It was difficult to find our room since there are many hallways and staircases and no logical order to the room names.
The hotel was located walking distance to everything we wanted to see.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
Kim
United StatesA very lovely stay in a particularly good location. We found everything clean and comfortable and the staff was particularly pleasant and helpful. The only reason for less than a perfect score was they were understaffed and for me, something important, the coffee was terrible.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Müge
TurkeyLocation of the hotel is great. It has a causy envireonment.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Joan
United StatesThe restaurant was very overpriced. Next visit will not visit.
The location, comfort and cleanliness.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Ian
United KingdomLovely building excellent location nicely decorated
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Mp
IndiaThe barman was super busy and drinks took too much time.
The dinner menu, the tub and Nespresso in the room,, and the location was perfect. The upgrade for for a fee was a masterstroke.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThe members of staff (reception, breakfast and bar) were excellent. Very efficient and absolutely lovely.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Vickie
United StatesWish the price could’ve been a little cheaper, but it was expensive, but I loved it
A very beautiful property and old Edinborough with indoor and outdoor seating a library, and indoor bar, private space , it was very, very elegant hotel. I would definitely stay there again. Additionally, the bed was very comfortable. I loved it.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Martin
United KingdomLate bar to early!
Staff very good
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Robert
United Kingdomeven suites are relatively small
location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Karen
United KingdomWas a bit pricey but that could have been time of year
The location the restaurant and the facilities were all great
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Kenneth
United StatesThe breakfast buffet was overpriced (19 GB pounds, and 25 GB pounds with inclusion of hot made to order items). The buffet items lean too much towards "sweet" everything-- even the fruit cups tasted sweetened (no fresh cut fruit selection). There was bread for toast. I did not see any plain yoghurt-- the granola yoghurt (?) cups were too sweet. The cheese and meat charcuterie that was listed on the buffet menu were no where to be seen. I asked -- and was told that it was available on request. Not knowing what was available and not wanting a lot of stuff I was not going to use, I asked for a couple of slices of cheese (I really would rather see and pick what I want). The waitress brought out a large plate covered in cheese slices (of which I ate two). The buffet should have everything included out and available so one can select what they want. It needs work and more variety, especially for the price. For a hotel with a wine oriented name and bistro, I thought there would be a larger wine list and more variety by the glass. I would like to have seen more offerings of English wines, which I was curious about and wanted to find and taste. There were two on the wine list. One was a sparkling wine which was available by the glass. It was very good! I always seek out local wines when I travel and I would have enjoyed having the opportunity to taste more wines from Great Britain.
Staff attitude and helpfulnesswas exceptional. A interesting building in a very good location-- close to restaurants and within walking distance to the Royal Mile and other attractions. The room was comfortable, and we enjoyed a nice dinner at the restaurant. There is a courtyard/patio area that is a pleasant place to sit in the evening with a glass of wine.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Sally
United KingdomNothing
Location and staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Karen
United StatesI can’t think of anything that disappointed.
The hotel is very close to all the main sites but far enough away to leave the crowds behind at the end of the day. The staff were kind and helpful. I loved how quiet and cozy my room was.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Sorin
SwitzerlandExpensive (was offered later much cheaper), chaotic room service arrangements
Central location, good looking facilities, clean, helpful staff, good food
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Sian
United KingdomThe door to our en suite bathroom made it a bit of a squeeze to get in there when it was open.
The receptionists were very helpful. The spaces to sit and relax were comfortable as was the room. The coffee in our room was high quality.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Evelyn
IrelandAll was good
Just beautiful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Ersan
TurkeyClean, historical building, very close the attraction points..
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Stephanie
United StatesThe hotel felt extraordinarily expensive, but that may be a circumstance of timing. We did visit during the busiest travel month.
We loved the hotel and the location! The little bar is cozy. We found the rooms to be very comfortable. The location was perfect - only a few minutes from the Royal Mile, but just far enough to be away from the center of the chaos!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Michael
United StatesLights in bathroom Mirror over sink in bathroom Strange wall angels- hit head- should have a pad or sign to alert
Location excellent Breakfast excellent
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Carol
South AfricaIt was beautiful alll round. Was only there for night so didn't take full advantage of the hotel. Perfect location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Lissa
United StatesCharming. Intimate. Good location, just outside old town and 10 minute walk to royal mile and castle. Great restaurant. Wonderful staff - especially Andrea and Chelsea at front desk were very helpful. Housekeeping also very accommodating.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Lene
DenmarkNA
Very friendly staff. Convenient with bistro at hotel. Nice breakfast. Very comfortable room and very nice bed!
Stayed in July 2025
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