Frederick House Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (6269 reviews)
42 Frederick Street , Edinburgh , GB
+44 131 226 1999

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Noise from the street
Bed comfort issues
Outdated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Some reviews noted the rooms were a bit outdated and cleanliness could be improved in certain areas.
Service
8.65
Reception staff were described as super friendly and efficient, enhancing the overall service experience.
Location
8.95
The location was frequently praised as perfect for accessing both the old town and new town.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms were spacious but some had issues like noise from the street and uncomfortable bedding.
Amenities
8.25
While some amenities were appreciated, like free water and snacks, there were some complaints about the quality of bedding.
Value for Money
8.45
Overall, guests felt the price was justified given the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Breakfast options were mixed; some found it good while others experienced poor service.
Overall Experience
8.25
Guests generally had a positive experience, highlighting location and service as major pluses.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:57

Property Description

Elegant Georgian Townhouse in Central Edinburgh

Modern Rooms with Premium Amenities
Step into luxury at Frederick House Hotel with elegant 4-star rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, fridges, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Enjoy a cozy stay with tea/coffee-making facilities and local information guides at your fingertips.

Convenient Dining Options
Indulge in a delicious breakfast at Rabble just steps away or savor a meal with a 20% discount for lunch or dinner as a guest of Frederick House. Explore the culinary delights of Edinburgh without straying far from your accommodation.

Prime Location for Sightseeing
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Edinburgh with the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Waverley Station a short walk away. Discover the natural beauty of Holyrood Park and the iconic Edinburgh Castle, all within easy reach of Frederick House Hotel.

Ready to experience luxury and convenience in the heart of Edinburgh? Book your stay at Frederick House Hotel now!

Important information:

Please note that when booking 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions will apply.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 6269 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Marloes • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Roland • extended_group • de
10
Zentrale Lage
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage! Zentral gelegen.

Cons:

Es gibt nichts zu Beanstanden!

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Camille • extended_group • fr
10
Pros:

Nous avons adoré notre chambre
L’hôtel est bien placé, très pratique pour partir se promener à pied
Le personnel a été très accueillant
Nous avons pris le petit déjeuner en face (rabble) c’était très bien
Tout s’est super bien passé

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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paul • solo_traveller • nl
9
Goed hotel op een toplocatie!
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Bedden qua groottte. Ze liggen wel lekker!

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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paul • family_with_children • nl
9
Tophotel.
Pros:

Locatie, netheid en vriendelijk personeel.

Cons:

Lawaai op straat in de nacht. Kleine bedden

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Pilar • extended_group • es
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • se
7
Central location
Pros:

Great location with 15 min walking distance to the castle. Very clean room. Comfortable bed. Rich breakfast included.

Cons:

The hotel is old and does not have the standard I would expect from a 4 star hotel. Bathroom outdated and cold. Walls not soundproof (noise from corridor and other rooms).

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

The location was excellent, many good restaurants nearby and close to the train/tram.

Cons:

The bathroom fan was so loud, glad I figured out where the noise was coming from and turned the light out.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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sabrina • family_with_children • it
10
Edimburgo stupenda
Pros:

La vicinanza al centro, la pulizia, la gentilezza dello staff, la colazione buonissima

Cons:

Nulla

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Tim • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Limited breakfast at the cafe over the other side of the road, fortunately it wasn't raining whilst we were there.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • ch
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Shumway • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location, close walk to the train to airport. Close enough to walk to the castle area

Cons:

Construction. Drunks on the street. Loud at night

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Luciano • couple • it
8
Tornando a Edimburgo prenoterei ancora al Frederick
Pros:

Posizione eccellente!

Cons:

Il letto a una piazza e mezza e non avere la sala per la colazione ma dover uscir fuori in un locale convenzionato.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • gb
10
Lovely accommodation in a central location close to transport links
Pros:

Bright, large and airy room, comfortable bed, decent shower

Cons:

Noise from road in the early morning, windows are traditional single glazed

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Buntje • family_with_children • id
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Irene • extended_group • gb
10
Very happy
Pros:

I was upgraded to a larger room

Cons:

The breakfast was across the road. I think that should've been told at the time of booking

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Casanove • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

Great location 👌

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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SirRgade • solo_traveller • ch
5
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Amedeo • couple • it
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ethan • solo_traveller • dk
8
Great location, nice croom, friendly staff
Pros:

Great location. Nice room. Friendly and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast at a cafe across from the hotel.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee