Cairn Hotel & Apartments

Hotels
8.1 (5377 reviews)
10/18 Windsor Street , Edinburgh , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small room size
Inconsistent cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
7.56
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, particularly regarding carpets.
Service
9.03
Reviews frequently highlight friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.07
The location was praised across multiple reviews for its convenience.
Room Quality
7.52
Room size and comfort received mixed reviews, some expressed dissatisfaction.
Amenities
8.05
Amenities were generally considered good, though some reported average food quality.
Value for Money
8.51
Many reviews noted that the accommodation offered great value for its price.
Food and Beverage
7.06
Breakfast received mixed reviews; some found it average.
Overall Experience
8.03
Overall satisfaction was reported as good with minor concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:25

Property Description

Central Location and Convenience
The Cairn Hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Edinburgh, just steps away from major attractions like Princes Street and Calton Hill. With easy access to public transport and popular theaters, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant city life effortlessly.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at The Cairn Hotel is well-equipped with modern amenities including showers, TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. For added convenience, hair dryers, irons, and ironing boards can be provided upon request, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Relaxing Bar Area
After a day of exploring the city, unwind at the hotel's bar area featuring a large flat-screen TV. Enjoy a refreshing drink in a cozy setting, perfect for socializing and unwinding before retiring to your comfortable room.

Book The Cairn Hotel now for a memorable stay in Edinburgh!

Important information:

Please note that the credit card used to make the payment must always be present on arrival at the hotel. Failure to produce the original card will result in the payment being refunded to the original card. An alternative method of payment would then be required.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

Parking will incur an additional charge of GBP 20 per car, per day.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 18 per stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 5377 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.56
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 7.52
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 7.06
Overall Experience: 8.03
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Valerio couple it
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Heather solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Joshua solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller dk
7
Simple, clean and good for a short stay
Pros:

Clean and located pretty close to everything.

Cons:

The single room was veeeery single - small and really basic. But it was okay for one night.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Shirley solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Very spacious and comfortable. We had the house as s group of 10 and could have accommodated more. Huge lounge to relax in. Great central location.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Rafaella couple gb
6
Pleasant.
Pros:

The location is convenient and close to trams, buses and lots of restaurants, pubs and coffee shops.

Cons:

The room was a bit outdated and the bathroom was really small. Where our room was, Room 317, there was a weird creaking noise in the early hours in the morning that wouldn’t stop. It was as if someone was walking across floorboards above, but we weren’t sure if there was another floor or not. Did not help for sleep! For the amount we paid, we expected more, it definitely wasn’t worth the overall cost.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Elisabetta solo_traveller it
7
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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philippe couple fr
8
Très bien
Pros:

Personnel très accueillant. Hôtel très bien situé

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Meridith family_with_children us
9
Comfortable stay for a large group in a central location!
Pros:

The apartment was extremely spacious and more than comfortable for accommodating our group of 10. The location was very central to major attractions in Edinburgh, and steps away from the tram line and other transportation, but also on a quiet side street so there was not a lot of urban noise and we had plenty of privacy. Beds were comfortable, kitchen and living area were well stocked with dishes, utensils, cleaning supplies, etc. This place is a great value in terms of the number of people it can accommodate and its very central location. The front desk was also helpful when we had questions or needed assistance. Since reviews for the Cairn are both for the hotel and the apartment units, it was hard to get a sense of how our experience would turn out- but our stay in a 4BR apartment unit ended up being very comfortable!

Cons:

We arrived during a heat wave so it was unusually hot weather in Edinburgh while we were there. While most radiators in the apartment were shut off, the one in the entrance way could not be turned off so that made our efforts to keep the place cool with fans and outside air more challenging. A few of the showers need upgrade as well, with some faulty knobs and slight leakage issues.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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marilyn family_with_children ph
10
Most beautiful hotel
Cons:

No air conditioner

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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erkan solo_traveller tr
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Jitka couple cz
2
Cons:

The hospitality of the personal is questionable. And please don't pay for the Breakfast it was one of the worst I have for very long time.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Josh couple gb
9
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Christian couple ch
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Anna couple se
8
Det var okej för att det låg centralt men rummet var pyttelitet och det var varmt
Pros:

Det låg centralt

Cons:

Sängen var för smal och det var varmt

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Antonio extended_group ch
8
Hôtel bien situé
Pros:

Hôtel bien situé, dans un quartier animé et proche du centre historique

Cons:

Salle de bain minuscule, pas d’ascenseur

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller ie
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Birger couple no
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Shamsiyyat couple az
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Kyra couple gb
8
Spacious and convenient
Pros:

Spacious room for a U.K. city centre

Cons:

Edinburgh prices. Advertised as having limited parking but really meant that there’s very limited public on-street metered parking.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee