Frederick House Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (6076 reviews)
42 Frederick Street , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Noise from the street
Bed comfort issues
Outdated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Some reviews noted the rooms were a bit outdated and cleanliness could be improved in certain areas.
Service
8.65
Reception staff were described as super friendly and efficient, enhancing the overall service experience.
Location
8.95
The location was frequently praised as perfect for accessing both the old town and new town.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms were spacious but some had issues like noise from the street and uncomfortable bedding.
Amenities
8.25
While some amenities were appreciated, like free water and snacks, there were some complaints about the quality of bedding.
Value for Money
8.45
Overall, guests felt the price was justified given the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Breakfast options were mixed; some found it good while others experienced poor service.
Overall Experience
8.25
Guests generally had a positive experience, highlighting location and service as major pluses.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:57

Property Description

Elegant Georgian Townhouse in Central Edinburgh

Modern Rooms with Premium Amenities
Step into luxury at Frederick House Hotel with elegant 4-star rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, fridges, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Enjoy a cozy stay with tea/coffee-making facilities and local information guides at your fingertips.

Convenient Dining Options
Indulge in a delicious breakfast at Rabble just steps away or savor a meal with a 20% discount for lunch or dinner as a guest of Frederick House. Explore the culinary delights of Edinburgh without straying far from your accommodation.

Prime Location for Sightseeing
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Edinburgh with the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Waverley Station a short walk away. Discover the natural beauty of Holyrood Park and the iconic Edinburgh Castle, all within easy reach of Frederick House Hotel.

Ready to experience luxury and convenience in the heart of Edinburgh? Book your stay at Frederick House Hotel now!

Important information:

Please note that when booking 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions will apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 6076 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Nathalie • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Un bel hôtel, un emplacement parfait pour visiter Edimbourg à pied ou en transport en commun.
Quartier disposant de restaurants et de pubs.

Cons:

La vue était totalement bouchée par un échafaudage ! D'ici peu il ne sera plus là !

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Simona • solo_traveller • it
10
Mi sono innamorata di Edimburgo, ci ritornerò il prima possibile.
Pros:

Mi sono innamorata di questa struttura, molto meglio delle aspettative. Super centrale, posizione strategica per raggiungere piedi tutti i posti da visitare della città. Accoglienza perfetta, sono arrivata oltre l’1:30 di notte e sono stata accolta una meraviglia. In stanza ho trovato shortbread sempre riforniti appena li consumavo, scalda bevande, bustine di caffè , cioccolato e c’era anche il frigo, Wi-Fi h 24, e un armadio con dentro ventilatore, ferro e asse da stiro, coperte e cuscini in più e poggia valigia. Al check out ho lasciato lo zaino per non portarlo dietro e sono stati gentili e disponibili sempre. Tornerò presto 🔝🥰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Cons:

Nulla

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • family_with_children • us
8
Beautiful hotel in a great location but a loud bar across the street.
Pros:

Beautiful property with a great location. We had a family room that was comfortable for four of us. The hotel is beautiful and I hate giving it a lower rating but I had the worst night of sleep due to a bar across the street.

Cons:

There’s a bar across the street that is open til 3 am. People were yelling the entire night until 3:30 am. It was so loud I couldn’t sleep. Unfortunately it was the worst night of sleep in my two week trip.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Ali • solo_traveller • kw
8
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Erwin • family_with_children • ch
6
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Rachel • couple • gb
7
Expensive considering room sizes
Pros:

Lovely staff - could not be more helpful
Beautifully clean room

Cons:

Very small dark rooms and some noise from significant building works next door

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • family_with_children • us
8
Good option for a family.
Pros:

We’re only there for one night was good for our family and our use. Three beds all in one room. Wouldn’t recommend for an extended stay.

Cons:

AC wasn’t great and could use a bit of a refresh.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Markus • family_with_children • ch
9
Sehr zentral, ruhig und willkommen als Gast :-)
Pros:

Zentrale Lage
Frühstück in Lokal auf anderer Strassenseite - kein Buffet, Menuauswahl
Wasserspender auf Etagen

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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massimo • family_with_children • it
9
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Frank • couple • nl
8
Prima voor twee overnachtingen centraal gelegen
Pros:

Centrale ligging in Edinburgh

Cons:

Erg klein bed

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Bashar • extended_group • kw
6
Good location but old hotel and small rooms and
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Wifi

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Jaime • solo_traveller • pt
7
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Jayne • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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LORD SIMON • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Irene • family_with_children • es
8
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Lia • extended_group • au
7
Great location but street noise was an issue
Pros:

Location and beds were comfortable. Breakfast was great!

Cons:

There was no air conditioning , although there was a small fan in the room. There was a lot of street noise in the early hours of the morning and so the windows had to stay shut due to the noise so there was limited air flow in the room. The bath/shower is quite high to climb into so if there are any mobility issues just check this before confirming your booking.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Cristiano • solo_traveller • it
8
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Cherie • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Breakfast and location

Cons:

Floor very very slippery. No lift

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Good breakfast

Cons:

The hotel doesn’t have air condition but supply a fan.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Dayna • solo_traveller • ie
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No value for money

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee