Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
6.56
Several reviews mention cleanliness issues, such as dust and hair on the bathroom floor and unreliable hot water.
Service
8.53
The staff is consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.57
Conveniently located near Haymarket and bus stops for easy access to the city center and airport.
Room Quality
7.52
Rooms generally clean but soft mattresses may not suit everyone; some show signs of wear.
Amenities
7.05
Basic amenities met expectations but some items like the breakfast buffet were inadequate.
Value for Money
7.01
Reasonable for Edinburgh prices but overall quality reflects a low star rating.
Food and Beverage
6.56
Breakfast offerings were limited and often ran out, indicating a need for improvement.
Overall Experience
7.43
Mixed reviews reflecting both enjoyment and areas for improvement, particularly in cleanliness and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 15:30

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Cumberland Hotel, nestled in Edinburgh’s West End, offers a blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Set in elegant Victorian buildings, the hotel boasts original features and spacious rooms, each equipped with a TV and tea/coffee facilities.

Relaxing Lounges and Outdoor Spaces

Guests can unwind in the residents' lounge or enjoy a drink in the hotel's two bars or beer gardens. With attractive grounds, the hotel provides serene outdoor spaces for relaxation.

Convenient Location and Easy Access

Conveniently located near Princes Street and Edinburgh Airport, the hotel also offers easy access to key attractions with a bus stop just outside. Whether visiting for business or leisure, Cumberland Hotel provides a comfortable stay with its proximity to major venues and transportation links.

Book your stay at Cumberland Hotel for a memorable Edinburgh experience!

Important information:

Please note that bed preferences are subject to availability.

Please be aware that the parking is limited and can be booked upon arrival subject to availability. The parking will not accept trucks, minibus, long vans or commercial vehicles.

Children aged 2 years and younger can stay for free, subject to prior arrangement.
Children aged 3 years and older can stay for an extra charge, subject to prior arrangement.
You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Our hotel can be chosen for quarantine purposes for the period stated by government rules. In that case, please provide us with evidence that you've already tested for Covid-19.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 15 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 3683 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.56
Service: 8.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 7.52
Amenities: 7.05
Value for Money: 7.01
Food and Beverage: 6.56
Overall Experience: 7.43
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Prabhu • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

They have limited breakfast

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • us
8
Cozy, but adequate.
Pros:

The staff was friendly. They did a great job of cleaning and helping out. There is a nice bar/TV room downstairs and they do offer a breakfast if needed.

Cons:

The room was an attic and the bathroom was small. There is a great deal of difference between room 25 and 21. Room 25 is the attic and room 21 is nicer and has two singles and a double with larger space and a larger bathroom. Room 25 is the attic that has three singles and a closet sized bathroom. It works, but it is tinier. I had seen the pictures of room 25 when I booked the room, but I didn't see the pictures of room 21 online.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Marie-éva • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Angelo • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Posizione e struttura carina. Colazione buona a pagamento

Cons:

Non hanno rifatto la stanza. Mi sembra il minimo per un soggiorno di più notti . In più non c’era nemmeno una bottiglia piccola di acqua in camera

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Nice hotel and staff

Cons:

The quality of the sausages at breakfast!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Josh • couple • gb
9
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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sibel tyurken • couple • tr
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Y • family_with_children • us
8
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Marek • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Close ish to the centre. Spaceous, new bathroom

Cons:

First of all you have to pay extra for the car park. Very dirty we had a spider web hanging out from the sealing. The bed was run down and very noisy

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Shafa • extended_group • gb
8
Nice hotel nice stuff
Pros:

The hotel was in good location and clean

Cons:

The towels were very old

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Marilia • solo_traveller • es
10
Excelente
Pros:

La ubicación es excelente, el.bus del aeropuerto te deja justo en la puerta y para regresar también lo tienes justo en frente, el resto de autobuses pasan varios por la puerta y te llevan y traen al centro excelente ubicación puedes ir a todas partes andando o en bus, el personal es muy muy amable y te ayudan en todo lo que necesites (hables inglés o no) muy atentos todos.

Cons:

El único detalle que no me gustó fueron los puertos USB que no funcionaba más que uno en la habitación y tampoco el hecho de que la ventana no se podía abrir del todo para que entrara un poco de aire.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Ole • extended_group • dk
7
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Webster • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Johannes • family_with_children • de
5
Passabel
Pros:

Angemessene Größe an Zimmern in Altbau. Gute Lage, sodass die Altstadt noch zu Fuß erreichbar ist. Bushaltestelle ist direkt vor dem Haus mit guten Verbindungen zum Flughafen und der Innenstadt.

Cons:

Heruntergekommene Ausstattung, dreckiger Boden und unter den Betten viel Staub und Müll.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Miller • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Giuseppe • couple • it
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
4
Pros:

Good access to public transport

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
7
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Moshe • solo_traveller • il
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • couple • gb
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee