Britannia Edinburgh Hotel

Hotels
Britannia Hotels
5.6 (15101 reviews)
69 Belford Road , Edinburgh , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Good location
Nice breakfast
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Uncomfortable rooms
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
3.1
Multiple reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and bathrooms.
Service
8.1
Many guests appreciated the helpfulness of the staff in resolving issues with room conditions.
Location
7.6
Location was mentioned positively by several guests as a pro.
Room Quality
4.1
Reviews consistently noted poor conditions in rooms, such as unpleasant odors and dirt.
Amenities
6.1
Some basic amenities were appreciated, but many items need updating.
Value for Money
3.6
Guests felt that prices did not match the quality of the accommodations.
Food and Beverage
7.1
Breakfast options were noted positively in several reviews.
Overall Experience
5.1
Overall experience reflected the mixed feelings due to the combination of good service and poor room conditions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:39

Property Description

Waterfront Location
Enjoy the tranquil setting of Britannia Edinburgh Hotel on the banks of the Water of Leith.

Elegant Rooms
Indulge in elegant rooms with modern amenities including a TV and en suite bathroom.

On-Site Dining
Savor delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant and bar, offering a variety of dining options throughout the day.

Experience the charm of Edinburgh with a stay at Britannia Edinburgh Hotel. Book now to secure your serene waterfront getaway.

Important information:

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 7 per 24 hours.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.6
Based on 15101 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.1
Service: 8.1
Location: 7.6
Room Quality: 4.1
Amenities: 6.1
Value for Money: 3.6
Food and Beverage: 7.1
Overall Experience: 5.1
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216alisonf Friends getaway Stalham, Norfolk, East Anglia, England
4
Research
Pros:

Location was perfect for getting to the city.
The staff were all nice. Waited 20 minutes to order a drink in the bar but no one came so we left.
The public toilets they had were not cleaned once, the entire 4 days I was there. No hand soap, and filthy toilet bowls.
My bedroom wasnt very nice. Very stained and very old toilet seat. The shower rail was so corroded that if you used it, the whole thing would come away from the wall. The nail was rusty as anything.
Pubic hairs left on the shower mat. Dirty teaspoons on the tea tray. No air conditioning or sockets near the bed to put a fan in.
The noise from renovating the kitchen underneath me was really loud, kept me awake while I was there.

2026-05-30 via Tripadvisor
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Berkes couple hu
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Eleonora solo_traveller it
3
Pros:

Unico vantaggio è la posizione, in 10 min a piedi si raggiunge Princes Street

Cons:

Pulizia decisamente scarsa, spazi comuni sporchi, sporcizia in ascensore e nelle scale, la camera non viene rifatta. Bagno minuscolo. Colazione deludente e di scarsa qualità

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Morten couple dk
9
Pros:

God beliggenhed, gode parkeringsforhold. Man kan gå direkte til centrum via floden.

Cons:

Morgenmaden var lidt skrabet. Manglede friske grønsager

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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AnilGaurav solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

The room

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Dr Tahseen Chaudhary solo_traveller gb
5
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Martine solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

La disponibilité du personnel nous n'avions pas d'électricité dans la chambre on nous en a attribué une autre facilement

Cons:

L'absence de prise électrique donc l'impossibilitée de recharger les téléphones

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Maxim solo_traveller gb
6
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
4
I have stayed here previously and my stay on this occasion was not great
Pros:

The breakfast was good, but should have been included in the price of the room

Cons:

I found the staff to be a little abrupt in their response to queries , also the pillows were like sleeping on rocks! Extremely uncomfortable

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Marek couple gb
5
Cons:

the bed is too soft, not comfortable to sleep

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Dariusz couple gb
10
Couldn’t be more happy for this price.
Pros:

Bed was really comfy. My room was close to the reception which really helped me as I had finished marathon and my legs were sore and I was generally exhausted. Bathroom was spacious, bathtub was massive (I’m 183cm tall) and I could easily fit myself. Easy check in, quick payment, no issues.

Cons:

Weird that only one person was at reception because when I’ve asked if anyone could help me with my bag, receptionist said she’s the only one there and she couldn’t help me (understandable tbf). Overall nice property.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Ersel couple gb
10
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple gb
7
Had a lovely time taking part in the Edinburgh half marathon good atmosphere and support from the crowd
Pros:

The property is central and in a good location. We checked out in the morning and our luggage was stored securely until our return. Staff allowed us to have a shower when we returned from completing the half marathon and we really appreciated that thank you

Cons:

We felt the room was expensive it didn’t have a window we did use the fan but the air in the room was warm and humid so didn’t sleep too well. For the price breakfast should have been included

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Bryan couple nz
7
Relaxing stay.
Pros:

Service was great. Food was really nice.

Cons:

Understaffed at times. They were rushing around doing lots of different things .
Bed wasn't comfortable.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Hickey solo_traveller ie
6
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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rigby solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

Poor hotel, tired

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Darren family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Excellent, quiet comfortable, spacious affordable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Rodrigo solo_traveller cl
7
Pros:

It was a regular room. Big and clean, seemed somewhat old. The space was great and everything worked accordingly (Wifi, TV). Temperature wise, it was great and the hotel people were really helpful when needed.

Cons:

The price was a little bit excesive for what it was. The place needed more indications as it is a big hotel and I got lost several times. I don't know if they were supposed to clean the room on, but they didn't after my first night. Sound wise, you can hear absolutely anything that goes around the hallways

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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paul solo_traveller gb
1
An absolute sh#t hole..
Pros:

It is disgusting and run down

Cons:

Worn out and dirty

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Daniel Kilmartin solo_traveller ie
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee