55A Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1LH, United Kingdom
#55 of 181 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 638 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 September 2025
Margaret
United KingdomThe room we were in this time was too near the back street which was noisy with bins being emptied during the night.
The location is right in the centre of town. Nice big bright restaurant and bar. We ate dinner and breakfast there and both were delicious.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
David
New ZealandReally handy location for the festival, while still quiet
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Evelyn
United KingdomCan't really say there was anything all the staff were very nice and helpful they went out there way to make our stay as pleasant as they could. I will definitely return.
I liked the warm welcome my granddaughter and I got from the staff as soon as we arrived the manager went over everything about our stay the carried my bag up 3 flights of stairs to our room only downside the hotel has no lift.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Antony
United KingdomLack of air conditioning in the room
Quiet rooms and close to the city centre
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Tracey
United KingdomNot really anything not to like. The rooms were very hot but it has been exceptional weather. A fan was also provided so they did all they could.
It was wonderful. So clean and the staff were incredible really helpful and friendly. The rooms were really comfortable and well maintained.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Louise
United KingdomNothing
We went during the fringe. It was very central and we paid a good price for the time of year.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Daniel
United KingdomTop grade facilities and the bar and food were great
Close to the centre. Excellent staff and facilities
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Kristin
United Kingdomopen soda bottle in fridge, large spot on rug, service at breakfast was lacking - didn't get coffee until after finishing the meal when ordered at same time.
Room and bed was comfortable, good breakfast, good location, friendly staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Moritz
GermanyNice Rooms in the very heart of Edinburgh, at a fair rate, perfect for a few days at the Fringe.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Elspeth
United KingdomNothing.
Very central and all of the staff were so friendly and accommodating.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Aurélie
Switzerlandwe booked two twin beds but got a double, noise of someone discarding glass right outside our room all day long even starting at 05:30 and lasting until almost midnight, no elevators
Cozy, good location, nice breakfast in the restaurant
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Thomas
United KingdomNothing
Breakfast was delicious, great choice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
William
AustraliaThe room was dark and hot. Summer heatwave with a doona on the bed! Had to strip off the bottom sheet, sleep on the doona with the sheet on top. The only double glazed window was at ground level and had only a blockout curtain for privacy from the street. To cool the room down meant leaving the window open to the street behind and deliveries etc. lots of stairs with luggage
Location. Food in the bar downstairs was fabulous. Ate there every night. Kirsten looked after us so nicely.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Mark
United KingdomStaff were very friendly and helpful without being too overpowering .Breakfast was exceptional
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Tracy
United KingdomN/a
Rooms were comfortable and had all the facilities required. The staff were amazing, friendly and professional. The bar area and restaurant were extremely nice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Janet
United KingdomN/a
Friendly welcome from the front of house team who couldn't do enough for us, from storing our luggage to fetching extra tea bags. The room was spotless and comfortable. The included breakfast was excellent. Location was perfect for our needs.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Hilary
United StatesIt was rather hot this week in Edinburgh (80+ degrees Fahrenheit) and the room did not have air conditioning. There was a nice Dyson fan that helped but it was still pretty toasty. The room was also on an alley so we couldn’t leave the window open really as people were constantly passing by and heading to the pubs. I could imagine that it can get quite loud out there but fortunately we weren’t kept awake. :)
Location was great for us. The room was a good size. It was very clean. The space was charming as it’s above a restaurant and bar. The breakfast was delicious!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Rhys
United KingdomRoom cleanliness. We had small blood splatters on the wall of our room. I noticed them as soon as we arrived and they were still there after our 2 night stay so cleaners missed it twice The bed was as comfy but the pillows were lumpy and uncomfortable The noise of the bottle/ glass bin getting emptied first thing on both mornings wasn’t pleasant either The card holder for room power was also broke (held together with sellotape which kept coming off)
Location is great. The food was good. Beer and cocktails were nice. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Decor is nice
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Aleksander
PolandOur room was at the end stage and had no air conditioning :(. It was our last and one hot day in Scottland and it was very hot in the room, especially at night. There was a small air cleaner in the room but it wasn't helpful. It was to hot anyway.
The stuff was great and very helpful. The pub in the hotel was great as well and the meal was very tasty. The location was fantastic, close to the Edinburgh castle and the Old Town. The bed was comfortable and the room had a fridge. We didn't buy a breakfast because we had a flight early morning.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Daria
United KingdomGreat location, very close to the center.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Chriso83
United StatesWe requested a room with an additional bed for a 3 year old - a pack and play was provided which wasnt useful. Rooms were not close together as requested and were very hot. Hotel is located in an area that is very loud, drunk people singing and dogs barking all night
Room was well appointed and included extra spoils. The packaged breakfast for us prepared very early was very appreciated. Location was a little difficult to find but convenient once located. Parking was outlined in booking instructions but links didnt work and hotel only replied several days later, after we had checked out
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 28 June 2025
Jennifer
AustraliaNothing
Funky wee joint, staff where friendly. Foods awesome.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Tina
United StatesStairs but unavoidable.
The team was so helpful, accessible and cheerful. Huge towels!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Fiona
United KingdomRoom lacked light. Could have done with a ceiling light at the dressing table, difficult to see when doing hair etc. bedside table wasn’t working but reported and hopefully sorted for next resident.
Good location, bar and restaurant downstairs, modern decor, extremely comfy beds, powerful shower, fluffy towels, and bathrobes supplied.
Stayed in June 2025
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