Grassmarket Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (3600 reviews)
94-96 Grassmarket , Edinburgh , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High parking fees

Categories

Cleanliness
6.93
Some reviews mentioned dirty rooms and disrepair.
Service
9.4
Staff were generally friendly and helpful.
Location
9.94
Great location, close to city center and attractions.
Room Quality
8.39
Rooms were comfortable but varied in quality.
Amenities
8.42
Good amenities offered, though there were some issues.
Value for Money
7.38
Some felt it wasn't worth the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.93
Basic breakfast options, with a lively pub next door.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall pleasant stay with some issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:12

Property Description

Stylish Accommodations and Modern Amenities
Experience the sophistication of our refurbished hotel, featuring plasma-screen TVs and wall-sized magnetic maps in every room. Enjoy the convenience of Bluetooth stereo connectivity and a luxurious en suite bathroom with a rainfall shower.

Convenient Services for a Memorable Stay
Take advantage of our bike hire services and order delicious packed lunches to fuel your Edinburgh adventures. With free WiFi throughout the property, stay connected during your stay at Grassmarket Hotel.

Vibrant Location in the Heart of Edinburgh
Immerse yourself in the lively Grassmarket area, surrounded by a vibrant mix of pubs, clubs, bars, and restaurants. Explore the historic Royal Mile and nearby shops, with Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station just a short walk away.

Book your stay at Grassmarket Hotel now for an unforgettable Edinburgh getaway.

Important information:

The hotel will charge additional costs to any guests that break their no-smoking policy.

Please note that some rooms overlook the Grassmarket and can be affected by noise from the bars and restaurants.

Please note breakfast is served in Biddy Mulligans bar, which is adjoined to the hotel.

Our Cozy Double Rooms can only be accessed by stairs and are on the traditional Grassmarket side of the building"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
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £45 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3600 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.93
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.42
Value for Money: 7.38
Food and Beverage: 7.93
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Guillermo couple cl
7
Pros:

La ubicación y amabilidad del personal

Cons:

Muy caro para habitaciones tan pequeñas y baño ínfimo

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Location. Walking distance to multiple venues.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Paolo Fulchini couple it
7
Posizione ottima ma a mio parere costa troppo per quello che offre
Pros:

Posizione ottima con parcheggio a pagamento a 10 min a piedi.

Cons:

Arredamento in genere datato. La struttura è storica ma richiede certamente un aggiornamento. Se hai la valigia e capiti al terzo piano preparati a fare scale attraverso un dedalo di corridoi e altre scale.
La pulizia accettabile ma onestamente si può fare molto ma molto meglio. Finestre con doppi vetri ma quella esterna era bloccata e non si poteva chiudere. Insonorizzazione non adeguata

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Raquel couple us
6
Cons:

We were not told in ample time where we could park Our car. We emailed requesting information and eventually had to call. We received conflicting answers. We knew there was no parking in site, however directions to near by parking g would have been very helpful!

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Debra extended_group au
10
Great location for everything Attractions, Bars, Food
Pros:

Awesome location
Quirky Room - Decor
Great staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Ingiríður solo_traveller is
9
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Maria Magdalena solo_traveller ch
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Jacky couple za
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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anas solo_traveller sa
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Ella solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Naber solo_traveller us
10
Super cute, great location, friendly staff
Pros:

Great location, super cute boutique hotel, friendly helpful staff.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Sam solo_traveller us
10
Location, Staff assistance and friendliness . Great place
Pros:

The location. Very convenient. Also the staff were extraordinary in their friendliness and ability to help at every opportunity. Will return to stay again.

Cons:

There was nothing to note.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Jamie couple gb
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Amol family_with_children in
5
Ok for one time stay
Pros:

Room was big and clean. Breakfast was very good

Cons:

No lift to go to some rooms on upper floors, narrow foyers, feels extremely claustrophobic. Windows in the room are broken, do not open.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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simon solo_traveller au
5
Pros:

Location ok if you are a tourist or visiting for work or the university - I was not any of those.

Cons:

I really struggled with the layout of the place. I had heavy baggage and getting up to my room, which in a part well beyond where the elevator reaches out the back somewhere with lots of twists and turns, was a big struggle.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Alicia solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

La localisation de l'établissement

Cons:

Le grincement du sol

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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charbou66 Friends getaway Vernon Rockville, Connecticut
10
Old Town Edinburgh
Pros:

The rooms were very clean and beds were comfortable. We are centrally located close to everything. The staff was very lovely..

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
Ümit solo_traveller tr
4
Pros:

Location of the hotel is good.

Cons:

The hotel is centrally located, which is a positive point, but the noise from outside was a serious disadvantage. There was loud noise until around midnight, and because the window insulation was not good, the noise could be heard clearly in the room until almost 1 a.m.

The room was generally clean, but unfortunately I cannot say the same for the toilet.

Another major issue was the shower. The water was constantly very hot, and the temperature control did not work properly.

Also, although I had selected a double bed online, when I arrived at the hotel I saw that two single beds had simply been pushed together. Since there was a gap/division between them and it was not one proper bed, it felt more like sleeping in a single bed rather than a real double bed.

In addition, one of the windows did not have a blackout curtain. As a result, too much light entered the room, which made it difficult to fall asleep at night.

Considering all these issues, the hotel was far below my expectations for the price paid. For the facilities and comfort provided, the price was definitely too high.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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lucia couple gb
7
Hotel was great would not add breakfast ever again
Pros:

Central location, staff in the hotel were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

The breakfast provided with the stay in the pub next door was terrible. The service was grudging and the food was substandard.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee