Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Several complaints about cleanliness, particularly regarding the bathrooms and bed linens.
Service
9.33
Consistently positive feedback about staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.37
Good location near public transport and shops, although some mentioned it was slightly far from main attractions.
Room Quality
7.82
Mixed reviews regarding room comfort and decor, with specific issues noted.
Amenities
8.85
Positive mentions of facilities such as Wi-Fi and toiletries provided.
Value for Money
8.31
Generally reasonable pricing for what was offered, though expectations varied.
Food and Beverage
7.86
Continental breakfast is noted, but some guests expected more diverse options.
Overall Experience
8.83
Overall pleasant stays reported, with willingness to return in many cases.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:08

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with a Touch of History

Stylish Rooms and Independent Lounge

Experience modern luxury in a historic setting at The Salisbury Hotel in Newington. Each room seamlessly blends contemporary comforts with original Georgian features, offering a unique stay. Indulge in room service and complimentary Wi-Fi, and unwind at Sofia's Lounge for a delightful dining experience.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Parking

Situated just a mile away from Edinburgh's iconic Royal Mile, our hotel provides easy access to the city's bustling center. Enjoy the convenience of limited free parking and nearby bus stops for hassle-free exploration. Don't miss the chance to explore the city while staying in comfort at The Salisbury Hotel.

Important information:

If you plan to arrive at the hotel before 10:00 or after 23:00, please advise the hotel at the time of booking. This will help to ensure the Reception team make appropriate arrangements for your arrival. This may be subject to an additional cost.

This property is unable to accept hen or stag parties.

Guests staying at the Salisbury Hotel can enjoy a 40% discount at The Royal Commonwealth Pool.

Bookings of over GBP 1000.00 will incur a 25% nonrefundable deposit.

Please note that there is no elevator in the hotel.

A Continental breakfast is available for GBP 8 per person.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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: 10:30 AM
Airport code: EDI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3065 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 8.37
Room Quality: 7.82
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 7.86
Overall Experience: 8.83
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claudia • family_with_children • it
8
Ottimo.
Pros:

Stanza di mede dimensioni. Letto comodo. Ottima la doccia. Buona posizione.

Cons:

Nulla.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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BERNARD • extended_group • fr
8
Pros:

L’accueil très chaleureux d’Alessandro et ses suggestions très pertinentes : restaurant, balades , etc …
Le petit déjeuner copieux, varié, frais et la disponibilité des personnels pour nous le rendre très agréable

Cons:

Avons séjourné 2x dans cet hôtel et avons pu tester les chambres avant et après rénovation .
Avant : dans son jus, propre mais un peu vieillot et usé, mal isolé avec la rue
Après : bien aménagé , agréable et confortable , surtout les chambres donnant sur le joli jardin

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Guido • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Camera molto bella spaziosa e rinnovata. Buona colazione

Cons:

La mancanza di una lobby

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Loved having a fridge in the room. Very useful. Also the buffet breakfast was really good. Location was fine, on a 10 min bus route to centre of Edinburgh.

Cons:

Only thing I disliked was the pillows. They were a little hard for my liking. Perhaps one soft and one hard would work well.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Veerle • couple • be
10
Zonder twijfel dit hotel als we nog eens terug komen
Pros:

Toplocatie, heel vriendelijk personeel, prima ontbijt met veel vers fruit, zalig bed, heel rustig.

Cons:

Niks

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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catherine • couple • fr
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Lívia • solo_traveller • hu
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The room was very large. 2 beds, sofa, 2 chairs l, small table as dressing table and wardrobe.

The bathroom had a large bath and very large separate shower.

Beds were comfortable

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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gvido • solo_traveller • lt
10
Pros:

Everythink was good

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Bradley • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
B
Becky • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous stay
Pros:

Lovely hotel with lovely staff

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Martha • solo_traveller • us
9
A short stay but will definitely return.
Pros:

The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The location is so close to many buses and good restaurants at the University of Edinburgh.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Austin • couple • gb
10
Beautiful place to stay
Pros:

The staffs are very friendly, especially Rihan. Very helpful and I appreciated his help. Super king bed , very comfortable! The breakfast is amazing as well!

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Jonas • couple • se
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Douglass • couple • us
7
satisfied for one night, might want more for multiple days
Pros:

decent location and free on-site parking

Cons:

breakfast could use some hot food, at least eggs. bathroom layout had ample space but sink was way too close to toilet

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • ie
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Curtis • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Fiammetta • couple • it
8
Pros:

Posizione ottima per raggiungere il centro a piedi e visitare Edimburgo. Colazione ottima, personale gentile.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Katrin • couple • de
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Silke • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee