Black Ivy

Hotels
8.7 (1115 reviews)
4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan , Edinburgh , gb

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise issues from the bar
Old windows letting in cold air

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
Some mentions of slight issues with noise and old windows affecting comfort.
Service
9.16
Staff received high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.2
Consistently noted as ideal for accessing local attractions.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms are well-decorated but some noise issues noted, especially above the bar.
Amenities
8.68
Amenities are appreciated, though specific drawbacks mentioned.
Value for Money
8.64
Great value mentioned for the quality and experience.
Food and Beverage
8.69
The food received positive comments, particularly breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall positive experience, with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:57

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh city centre, Black Ivy offers easy access to key attractions such as Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle.

Modern Amenities
Each room at Black Ivy features free WiFi, an en suite bathroom, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Vibrant Atmosphere
With a lively bar overlooking Bruntsfield Links park, guests can unwind and enjoy their surroundings after a day of exploring the nearby Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Usher Hall, and Filmhouse cinema.

To experience the perfect blend of convenience, modern amenities, and a vibrant atmosphere, book your stay at Black Ivy today.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1115 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Caroline solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Sofie couple dk
6
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Mckillop solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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BARBARA couple it
8
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
10
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
10
Good eating and sleeping in Bruntsfield
Pros:

Room was comfortable and food was excellent

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Maria solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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jens solo_traveller dk
10
9-12 aug. 26
Pros:

Rigtig godt køkken, både til morgenmad og middag, fantastisk servicemindede medarbejdere, stort dejligt værelse og dejlige udemomsfaciliteter.

Cons:

Intet. 😄

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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DEMETRA couple cy
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Mattias couple be
9
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Tony solo_traveller gb
1
Very Unhappy
Pros:

Location

Cons:

This is the 2nd time i have stayed at the Black Ivy, first time was in 2021. This time the price was jacked to extortionate prices because of some festivals i had no interest in seeing and breakfast wasn't included. £750 for two night is a joke. The room was like a London Bedsit. There are cracks through the wall and ceiling, the windows make screeching noises when opened and closed, there is no door on the shower, the bathroom door didn't shut. Carpet between the bathroom and bedroom is lifting up and the bed wasn't great. The Insulation between the rooms on the same floor are like nothing i have experienced anywhere!! The ********* in the room next to us allowed their kids to use the shower like a waterpark and they were screaming until Midnight first night and 1am the 2nd. Unfortunately this place has lost its ability to maintain its quality. Won't go back there which is a pity, the location is excellent

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Petrica couple ro
10
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Katarzyna solo_traveller pl
10
Wonderful place to stay in when in Endinburgh
Pros:

Female floor manager from 6th of August
She was very nice and helpful.
Also the cocktails and the rooms were very good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Katarzyna solo_traveller pl
9
I recommend this hotel.
Pros:

The cosmétics and the manager girl on the floor - she was really nice and helpfull.

Cons:

Norhing

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Kimberley family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

Very good breakfast. Lots of options and really very tasty. Good service. Great location.

Cons:

Didn't get the room we asked for - selected for twin beds but got double. Crack in the shower basin on arrival but they did send someone to deal it very quickly. Room was good but needs a bit of TLC in places.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Rebekah couple gb
9
Excellent and very recommendable
Pros:

The features and individuality of the hotel was beautiful the finishing touches and lighting were lovely the staff were amazing too and went out of there way to be hospitable

Cons:

Nothing really but I do like a bath In my room

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Claudia family_with_children de
8
Pros:

Das Frühstück war lecker, man konnte à la carte auswählen. Das Personal war überaus freundlich. Die Lage ist gut, ruhig und grün. Mit dem Linienbus kommt man bequem ins Zentrum, zu Fuß auch möglich (ca. 20 Min. Gehzeit).

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Irena couple cz
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Ross solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Service was standout, staff killed it no doubt!

Cons:

Humidity could build up after a shower in the room with no way out (bathroom facilities do have a fan, but its a lot of area for the one fan to do). Window was able to be opened however, made quick fix.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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wigglesworth-littlewood couple gb
9
Great place , great stay will definitely come again.
Pros:

Comfy and stylish room. Friendly staff. We are in the restaurant and had the best steak pie! The restaurant/ bar had a great atmosphere and was still buzzing at 9:30 but you couldn’t hear anything from our bedroom which was great. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Slight confusion regarding our breakfast booking but it was quickly rectified.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee