25-33 Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, EH2 4RG, United Kingdom
#128 of 181 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 4552 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.4
Facilities
7.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
7.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 September 2025
Bruce
AustraliaSome staff didn't even acknowledge you entering and leaving the hotel. Cleaning staff locked the lifts for considerable time was annoying and was easier using the stairs instead of waiting 10 mins for the lift.
Location superb. Some staff were very helpful, others not so. Room and bed was very good. Literally 15mins walk from Edinburgh Castle.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Neil
United StatesThe safe did not work and was not replaced. The staff had no explanation and could not provide a replacement. Twice the towels were not replaced. However, after I called the front desk the towels arrived in ten minutes.
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room and common areas were kept clean. The hotel is very centrally located to places of interest.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Jana
SlovakiaGreat location, friendly and cooperative staff, clean room.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Sheppard
United KingdomOnly two pillows and one was very small. Requested an extra pillow but didn't receive it had to ask again. Our friends also requested extra pillows but didn't get them and were told that the staff couldn't find the extra pillows and that we had had the last one. Did think when I booked originally (12 months before) that the booking included breakfast however after a change of name from Cityroomz to Four Points Flex when we arrived we were advised that they didn't do breakfasts. The photos when booking originally made showed a breakfast area so we were disappointed that we had to go out and find somewhere to have breakfast. Wouldn't have booked had we realised that there was no breakfast.
Right in centre of Edinburgh Clean room Helpful staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Sophie
United StatesThe walls were pretty thin so I could hear everyone coming and going and any conversations that were above a low talking level. By the beds there weren’t any outlets besides the ones for USB chargers and so if you’re from outside of Europe you probably use USB-C more so just keep that in mind. I know I went during Fringe so it was rather expensive but for the price I was expecting a little bit more, but overall very satisfied.
Incredibly nice staff who went above and beyond to help me when I was incredibly stressed on vacation. The room was nice and clean, the bathroom was great the shower was larger than most i’ve seen in European hotels. This is kind of a bare bones hotel though so the rooms aren’t very big and there’s not many service options which is totally fine! Just something to keep in mind :)
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Rhonda
United StatesNo breakfast. Staff very good and helpful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
David
United KingdomWallpaper was starting to come away.
Comfy, clean. Central to everything.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Shauna
IrelandOne of our rooms was more spacious than the other.
Hotel is in a great location. Staff were very friendly and always on reception which was nice to see. We had two rooms with a double bed and bunk bed in each. The rooms were clean and had everything that was advertised.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Viktória
HungaryA bit small room
Location, stuff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Deb
United KingdomSadly, we looked to book for a similar time next year and the prices have increased a lot.
The property had recently been refurbished so was in very good order, in particular a new bathroom. It was located at the end of Princes Street so very handy for everything. Really good value for an Edinburgh stay at this time of year.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Lorna
United KingdomBottle water not provided for kettle. The deadlock on door wouldn't lock. Also, I wasn't shown to my accommodation, just provided with verbal directions to the external entrance, around the back of the building.
The room was clean, comfortable and well equipped. The hotel provided a service to look after bags before and after checking in or out. Hotel was above amenities, such as boots chemist, retail, close to trams and bus stop.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Claire
United KingdomBeds were not made daily. Towels were replaced even when not on floor.
Comfortable bed, friendly staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Dave
United StatesNo fridge or microwave in room, no place except tiny closet to place clothes. Even staff at front desk could not offer microwave service to heat something up. Price pretty steep for this quality of room.
All of the front desk staff were so customer oriented, friendly, helpful and a pleasure to speak to. Location very convenient..airport bus stops right in front..loads of restaurants nearby. Bed very comfortable. Security excellent. Well managed property.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Nicholas
United KingdomPricey as we went during the Ed fringe festival but where isn't during August!?
Lovely room, staff were very helpful and the location was just right for what we needed.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Neil
CanadaThis was sold as a breakfast included and they’re not set up for breakfast. I would’ve booked somewhere else with the breakfast included if I would’ve known. I feel they should’ve compensated for their error in advertising.
It was a clean well maintained hotel.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Mark
United KingdomA bit tired
Close to all attractions
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Otten
United StatesRoom was somewhat small.
They let us check in early, which was wonderful after traveling overnight on a cramped plane.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Vero
United StatesRoom was too small for two people. Window did not open empty enough at night during heat wave . Could not sleep comfortably. Entrance to hotel is crowded and dirty.
Location was great.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Fran
IrelandBunk bed rooms are tiny, bit more room for future planning
Centrally located, excellent proximity to public transport
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Lynda
CanadaOur room was really small and no drawers to put your clothes in
It was a great location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Jessica
AustriaIt was exactly what we thought so nothing to complain about.
Room was small, but really clean and fresh. We had everything we needed. Checkin was super simple and quick, staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Margaret
New ZealandAll good
Fantastic location.helpful staff.ckean.bit of a tight fit in room but expected
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Ruta
IndiaLocation was great... Good facilities. Will highly recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Jane
United KingdomVery helpful staff. As a lone traveler I felt very safe here. Within easy walking distance of all attractions I wanted to visit. My visit was during very hot weather and the fan provided in my room was brilliant.
Stayed in August 2025
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