Edinburgh Thistle Hotel, with its charming garden and terrace, is a haven in the heart of Edinburgh. Unwind with a coffee at the coffee shop or explore nearby George Street. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, and multilingual staff on hand to help you plan your stay.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 26 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 8 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Cairngorm Coffee Co West End - 7 min walk
Wee Vault Edinburgh - 6 min walk
The Palmerston - 5 min walk
The Dean Coffee Shop - 5 min walk
Teuchters - 5 min walk
About this property
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this Georgian hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Haymarket Tram Station is 8 minutes away.
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 20.00 per night)
Onsite parking limited
Offsite parking nearby (GBP 20.00 per night; reservations required)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (22 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1750
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Georgian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.50 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 20.00 per night
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 20.00 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Edinburgh Thistle Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 20.00 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel and nearby?
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel has a garden.
What's the area around Edinburgh Thistle Hotel like?
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is in West End, a short 8-minute walk from Haymarket Tram Station and 9 minutes' walk from Princes Street. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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