The Guards Hotel

Hotels
6.6 (2357 reviews)
1 Clifton Terrace , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
CCTV outside property
24-hour security
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Clean bedding
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Lack of cleanliness
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
5.03
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, such as a stained carpet and unclean bathroom.
Service
8
Staff were described as helpful and friendly, providing good support.
Location
8.54
Great location mentioned in multiple reviews with good transport links.
Room Quality
4.99
Negative feedback about bed quality, noise, and maintenance issues.
Amenities
6.02
Some amenities like bathroom and room features need improvement.
Value for Money
6.98
Reasonable pricing noted, but room quality may affect overall perception.
Food and Beverage
6.63
Not mentioned specifically, assumed standard for hotel.
Overall Experience
6.6
Mixed reviews leading to a satisfactory overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:10

Property Description

Unique Location Opposite Haymarket Railway Station

Military-Themed Rooms with Free Wi-Fi

Convenient Travel Assistance and Edinburgh Tattoo Ticket Arrangements

Experience the charm of Guards Hotel, conveniently situated opposite Haymarket Railway Station. The military-themed rooms offer free Wi-Fi and a cozy ambiance. Let our staff assist with travel plans and even secure tickets to the renowned Edinburgh Tattoo. With excellent bus links to the city center and the airport, your stay will be both comfortable and convenient. Book now for an unforgettable experience at Guards Hotel.

Important information:

A surcharge of GBP 10 per hour applies for arrivals after 22.30. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property. A cash security deposit of GBP 250 is required on arrival for stag and hen parties. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out and subject to a damage inspection of the accommodations. Children can be accommodated using existing beds, or if guests provide their own bedding. The hotel cannot provide cots or cribs. Please provide your mobile number when making your booking.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: 10:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • 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.
    Children up to and including 3 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.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 2357 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.03
Service: 8
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 4.99
Amenities: 6.02
Value for Money: 6.98
Food and Beverage: 6.63
Overall Experience: 6.6
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Julien • solo_traveller • fr
5
Avis mitigé
Pros:

Hôtel proche de la gare.
Style de la chambre victorien avec lit baldaquin.
Grande hauteur sous plafond.
Chambre très grande.

Cons:

Vétusté de tous les équipements : Pas de pomme de douche dans la baignoire, porte de douche cassé, miroir fêlé, plafond qui va se decroché, plinthe cassé, moquette tâché...
Bruit de la rue, fenêtre simple vitrage

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Annunziata • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo, staff cordiale e disponibile, camera pulita e accogliente fornita di tutto l occorrente

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
M
Maria Fernanda • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Tina • solo_traveller • gb
1
Shocking
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • couple • us
10
Great location to Haymarket
Pros:

Big room, very comfortable . Great location

Cons:

Mattress was pretty hard but we slept well because we just flew in

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
R
ramon • solo_traveller • es
6
Pros:

Falta una reabilitacion del hotel,todo muy antiguo y cosas defectuosas,

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
O
Osamu • couple • jp
7
泊まるだけなら文句なし
Pros:

バス停からも近くヘイマーケットの駅も近かったし、近くにスーパーもあり、レストラン・パブにも行きやすかったのでロケーション的にはとても良かった。

Cons:

建物が古いので仕方がない事だが古めかしい

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
M
Mayara • extended_group • br
7
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
R
Roderick • solo_traveller • ca
6
Location was excellent. It close to transportation. The room was small. Only one electric outlet.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Staff, lack of availability in off hours.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
H
Hilmar • solo_traveller • de
5
Pros:

Sehr freundliches, hilfreiches Personal.

Cons:

Check in erst 14 Uhr möglich.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
F
Francesco • family_with_children • it
6
Pros:

Vicino a tutti i servizi

Cons:

Personale mai presente

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • it
10
Esperienza super positiva
Pros:

Struttura bellissima,’collegata benissimo sia con l’aeroporto sia con il centro. Consigliata !

Cons:

Ho notato un po’ di polvere nel termosifone del bagno

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
E
Ema • couple • rs
9
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
L
Laetitia • extended_group • be
8
Pros:

La proximité du centre et la sympathie du personnel

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
R
Rachel • solo_traveller • gb
4
Pros:

Outdated, shower and toilet separated from bedroom with a stained curtain.

Cons:

Location was central

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Xuan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Maxine • couple • gb
10
Really enjoyed my stay.
Pros:

I stayed at The Guards Hotel in Edinburgh last week and had a really positive experience.

The location is excellent—just a short walk from Haymarket, which made getting around the city really easy. Whether heading into the centre or arriving by train or tram, it’s very convenient.

The staff were friendly and welcoming throughout my stay, which made a big difference. Check-in was smooth, and I felt well looked after.

My room was comfortable and had everything I needed. While the hotel isn’t the most modern, it was clean, warm, and good value for money—especially for Edinburgh.

Overall, I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely return. If you’re looking for a well-located, affordable place with a friendly atmosphere, it’s a solid choice.

Cons:

All good.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Ewa • couple • pl
10
Pros:

Bardzo miły personel. Ogromny plus za możliwość przechowania bagażu po wymeldowaniu. Wygodne łózko.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
B
Brian • solo_traveller • gb
1
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee