Black Ivy

Hotels
8.7 (1077 reviews)
4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan , Edinburgh , gb

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Children allowed
Pets 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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • 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.
    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

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 4.10 per hour.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1077 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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Tanja • couple • ch
10
Tolle Lage direkt am Park und in der Nähe guter Restaurants, ab vom Touristen Trubel
Pros:

Hübsches Dekor
sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Tilly-Rose • couple • gb
10
Honestly loved everything- such a beautiful hotel
Pros:

Staff were super social, attentive servers, rooms were beautiful and very clean. The Sunday lunch and breakfast was incredible. Consistently amazing cocktails, can’t wait to book again.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Guido • couple • nl
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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R. Andrew • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

This place is awesome!!

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • family_with_children • se
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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ste3f • solo_traveller • gb
10
Highly recommended for leisure or work
Pros:

- Quiet location with an easy and pleasant walk to the University through parks and residential streets.
- Grocery stores and takeaway options within a few minutes' walk.
- Stylish, beautifully decorated room and a very comfortable bed.
- Excellent à la carte breakfast with generous portions, the flexibility to choose any items from the menu, great coffee, and accommodation of special requests.
- Friendly, welcoming, and attentive staff.
- Relaxed atmosphere that felt much more personal and enjoyable than a typical hotel experience.

Cons:

- Stronger blackout blinds would be helpful during the summer months when it gets light very early.
- A small fridge in the room would be a useful addition.
- Wi-Fi could be a little faster.
- A few minor maintenance issues were noticeable during my stay, but none affected my overall experience.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • de
10
Perfect location, charming boutique hotel with very accommodating staff
Pros:

Amazing staff, clean comfortable rooms.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Michele • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

Awesome hotel. Excellent location.

Cons:

All was excellent

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • nl
9
heerlijk
Pros:

rust, uitzicht op park, smaakvol

Cons:

-

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • be
9
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good value stay, good breakfast and excellent staff
Pros:

Clean, good facilities,good location

Cons:

My room was a bit cramped.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Paula • family_with_children • cy
9
Pros:

All the staff were welcoming and friendly.
Everything was fantastic, and the restaurant/bar a lovely space. We had lunch and dinner.
The breakfast menu was amazing, huge choice and delicious.

Cons:

Being woken up just after 7am by maintenance banging something!

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Dana • couple • us
10
Magical!
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with amazing food! I love that they left a teacup and saucer with tea biscuits in our room for every morning! The decor was lovely and the entire staff was so friendly. We ended up eating at the restaurant downstairs several times because the food was so good. I love that they serve you a cute tiny shortbread with your tea or coffee! Such a great location too because it was walking distance into town without being right in the thick of it. We thought we would be Ubering into town, but we walked in just about every single day. Also right across the street from a gorgeous park. Next time we come to Edinburgh, we will be staying here again!

Cons:

I did book a queen bed and it seems like we got a full size bed, but I suspect that was an error through booking.com and not the hotel itself. Next time, I would not use this website and I would book directly through the hotel.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
10
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Panos • couple • cy
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Mariia • couple • ua
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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martin • couple • gb
8
Well handled...
Pros:

dinner. steak pie excellent.

Cons:

We had to change room on arrival as the bathroom had a dreadful smell. But fair play to the team, they handled this well as reassigned us to a good room.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Hao • couple • cn
10
It was amazing
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Pearcey_the_Toffeeman • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee