With a stay at Grassmarket hotel, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Grassmarket and 6 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Royal Mile and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Edinburgh.
What's nearby
Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
Princes Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Ensign Ewart - 3 min walk
The Scotch Whisky Experience - 4 min walk
Biddy Mulligans - 1 min walk
The Last Drop - 1 min walk
La Barantine Victoria - 1 min walk
About this property
Grassmarket hotel
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Grassmarket
Grassmarket hotel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 45-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
Biddy Milligan - This pub serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Languages
English, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Biddy Milligan
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 building
5 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent location
The location was top notch, close to Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, sites of attractions, restaurants …….
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Chris
Traveled with family and small children
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Definitely not a 4 stars like they advertise maybe more like a 2ish-3 star, the rooms are ok not the cleanest but good, they didn't had extra blankets when we asked for one more to put in a window that didn't had black curtains and with the street light it felt like day light, it could be a little noisy been in the middle of the action but we didn't mind that, however the staff was very friendly, the location was unbeatable right on grassmarket and steps to the castle and the royal mile, but the breakfast at Biddy's took all the medals it was the best part of the stay. Overall it's a good place definitely worth it.
There was a wall on 3 sides of the bed. It was the smallest room I’ve ever stayed in. It was cute and comfy for my 7 year old daughter and I. She loved it, but my mom wouldn’t have liked it. We enjoyed our stay. The location was fantastic! We walked from train station and to the Royal Mile shopping and Castle. There was a fun outdoor market and the Hop On Hop Off Grassmarket stop right in front of hotel. The bar next door was super crowded so they brought the food into the hotel lobby for us to eat, which we had all to ourselves with booths and board games. There’s also lots of other restaurants around. They were friendly and the story about how small it was is fun.
The location is the best for strolling around the main spots of Edinburgh especially when you are planning a trip for Fringe Festival. It is safe, vibrant and I trust it is with the best location to access most of the shows during the Fringe Festival. All shows I attended are from 2-min to maximum 20 minutes walk! It is amazing.
The lady who checked us in( dark hair ) forgot her name sorry, was a gem, she was very nice, helpful, kind and pleasant, knowledgeable woman. The only issue we have in this property is the elevator and stairs .
If you like hearing loud music til 1am while you try to sleep, this is the place for you. If you don’t but want to stay here, be sure to ask to be placed higher up to avoid the noise.
Close to the Royal Mile/Edinburgh castle and not to be missed “Diagon Alley” shops on Victoria Street. Room was a little small but to be expected given city center location and they did a really nice job making the space as functional/comfortable as possible.
Fine for us, but note that the bathroom door was frosted glass and some people might not like that. Would say the vibe was casual hotel/upscale hostel. Staff were young/chill, friendly enough but not going out of their way to be welcoming/engaging.
Walk from Princes Street train was partially uphill and included a flight of stairs by Victoria Street.. manageable with our suitcases but would not have been good with kids or bigger suitcases.
Nice location to be close to the action on a short trip, but would probably opt for somewhere in the New City next time around. Coming from the states, was surprised that many shops/restaurants closed earlier than expected in Edinburgh. Something to keep in mind for planning meals and getting to eat at your preferred spot. Eating in Edinburgh was fun and more vegetarian-friendly than I expected. One of our favorite Edinburgh meals was lunch at a church basement right next to the intercontinental hotel!! Be sure to check it out if you’re looking for some thing simple and affordable.
Did not eat at the Grassmarket restaurant, but the menu looks good!!
Sarah
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
Peggy
Traveled with family
Jul 12, 2024
Never book Grassmarket in Edinburgh
We got there and were told they had to move us to another hotel because they had a plumbing issue- as we stood there, they checked in other people. I booked this 6 months ago! At least the other hotel was decent, but NOT in the same area. Very frustrating and upsetting after days of travel and only a short time in Edinburgh- they wasted our time that we could have been sightseeing.
We were moved to a “sister” hotel when we arrived. It was not in a good location, above a night club that kept us up all night, patrons from club running around our hallway, we were very disappointed.
Jeremy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Maroof
Traveled with family
Jul 8, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Perfect central location, hotel is historic/listed hotel. Would have appreciated knowing that there is no elevator to the 2nd floor, therefore had to drag our luggage through corridors, steps and 2 flights of stairs. Room was not the cleanest, if you prefer a less noisy hotel then this is not for you, pub next door with people partying till 3.00 am. Staff are friendly but did not offer to help us with our luggage up those stairs and corridors especially due to our age.
The staff were helpful, friendly and professional!
We loved that the building has such a remarkable history! Although modern, there are reminders of the past: The motto on the outside of the building and the wonderful spiral stone staircase!
If you want to be in the heart of it all, this is the place to stay! Walkable to Victoria street and the royal mile. You are right downtown so lots of restaurant/pub options right outside hotel. No parking though so consider that in your plans if driving.