Braid Hills Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (4645 reviews)
134 Braid Road , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good breakfast
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated furnishings
Hot room temperatures

Categories

Cleanliness
6.69
Multiple mentions of mold and outdated carpeting indicate significant cleanliness issues.
Service
8.16
While there were some mentions of staff needing training, overall service was reported positively by several guests.
Location
8.7
Close proximity to bus stops and calm surroundings were frequently appreciated.
Room Quality
7.15
Some guests found the rooms too hot and outdated, affecting overall quality.
Amenities
6.18
Many reviews pointed out missing amenities like fridges and water bottles.
Value for Money
8.14
Considering the breakfast and the positive aspects expressed, many found it acceptable for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast was often highlighted positively, with mentions of variety and quality.
Overall Experience
7.86
Given the mix of ratings, the overall experience reflected a balance of pros and cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 17:34

Property Description

Stunning Views and Convenient Amenities

Spectacular Views: Enjoy panoramic Edinburgh views from our 19th-century hotel, offering a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Delightful Dining: Indulge in fine Scottish dining at the 1886 Restaurant with a table d’hôte menu, and savor a hearty Scottish breakfast each morning.

Convenient Location: Just a short drive from Edinburgh's center, our hotel also provides free parking and easy access to nearby golf courses and public transportation.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience at our Edinburgh hotel.

Important information:

When booking for 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Room service is not available at the time being.

Please note the restaurant is running a reduce menu which is served from 14:00 - 19:45. Reservations must be made in advance.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 1 year old to 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 4645 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.69
Service: 8.16
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 6.18
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 7.86
M
Meskel • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
4
Generally disappointing and would hesitate to stay there again
Pros:

Location was good ,very close to bus stops down some very steep steps.Breakfast was good and restaurant staff were very helpful

Cons:

The room was small and awkward for two people
Walk in shower was small and difficult to use. It leaked onto bathroom floor as ther was only a curtain which smelt as if it hadn't been washed for a long time
From our room one had to go through the breakfast room to reach reception .The breakfast room was closed for most of the day .The choice then was going up one set of stairs and down another set of stairs or going outside and walking around to the front entrance as there is no lift
For elderly or infirm individuals this is ridiculous.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Henri • couple • fr
4
Prix de l’hôtel trop élevé en rapport à la qualité
Pros:

Le lieux calme et paisible

Cons:

Le mobilier est vieillissant, la porte de douche était dans un état lamentable, la literie de mauvaise qualité.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Lessmann • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Ein schönes Hotel, etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber mit einem wunderbaren Charme. Die Busanbindung, um in die Innenstadt zu kommen, ist hervorragend.

Cons:

Der Frühstücksraum war etwas unaufgeräumt.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Manu Oldi • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Das Hotel im englischen Stil aus dem 18.00 Jahrhundert ist gut erhalten und strahlt dies auch aus.
Das Personal ist sehr freundlich, die Küche sehr gut.
In den Betten schläft es sich prima. Allerdings sind diese nur über Treppen erreichbar bis zu 45 Stufen.
Sehr verkehrsgünstig gelegen, man kommt mit dem Bus schnell in die Altstadt.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • mx
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Prema • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Comfy room, great staff , great breakfast. Great value. Good bar and restaurant. Restaurants and shops close by. Also parking on the property available free. This is a good place to stay, its boutique kind of hotel.

Cons:

There are no lifts, but staff were extremely helpful with bags.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Sérgio • solo_traveller • pt
8
Pros:

Localização junto á paragem de autocarro que leva ao centro.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Dul____R • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Tenía la parada de bus en la misma puerta

Cons:

Desayuno escaso de variedad

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • be
7
Pros:

De ligging van het hotel is vlakbij het openbaar vervoer om vlot naar het centrum te gaan.

Cons:

De badkamer was niet proper. De vloer was niet gekuist achter de buizen van de radiator en het was duidelijk zichtbaar. Het stof ligt er al een tijdje.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Johann • solo_traveller • de
1
Pros:

Der Ausblick von der Terrasse.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war das schlechteste, was ich seit Jahren erlebt habe. DZ ohne Tisch, 1 Stuhl, insgesamt abgewohntes Haus mit erheblichem Renovierungsstau.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • se
5
Ok hotell med frukost om man vill bo något billigare och åka ca 20 minuter med buss till centrum.
Pros:

Något billigare än mera centralt.
Nära till busshållplatsen. Badrummet var fräscht!

Cons:

Trappor från busshållplatsen, vi hamnade utan utsikt och långt bort från receptionen. Många trappor att gå i inom hotellet.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Tania • solo_traveller • de
6
Für eine Nacht okay.
Pros:

Parkplätze vor Ort,
Abendessen lecker 😋

Cons:

Zimmer und Dusche etwas klein.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Hagen • couple • de
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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JanaScott • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Hotel is in a great location with excellent bus links. Parking is handy and the bar is nice! We got an upgrade which was lovely but the room was maybe too big! We enjoyed the view!

Cons:

The rooms could do with modernizing a bit but they are comfortable. Shower pressure wasn't amazing in our room. Our room had a TV in a very weird angle from the bed in tho left corner behind us. You cannot comfortably sit and watch it from the bed.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Patrice • couple • be
7
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Cécile • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Carolin • couple • us
7
Typisch schottisches Hotel!
Pros:

Tolles Gebäude, ruhige Lage aber dennoch schnell in der Stadt da direkt vor dem Hotel die Bushaltestelle ist.

Cons:

Evtl. Dass es etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Aber wir waren nur 2 Nächte dort und dafür war es wunderbar.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely views
Pros:

Fabulous views from the hotel.
Staff were friendly and helpful. Although hotel is old, the room was comfortable and had been updated.
Bus stop very close to hotel which was handy.
I had room only arrangement but had dinner one evening which was delicious!

Cons:

Noise from room next door possibly because of an interconnecting door. Traffic noise from the road. Luckily I wore earplugs so slept well.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee