The Stair Arms Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1182 reviews)
The Stair Arms Hotel, Pathhead, Midlothian , Edinburgh , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room temperature problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
Multiple reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including spider webs and areas that needed a clean.
Service
8.35
Guests repeatedly praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.35
The location received positive feedback for being convenient and nice.
Room Quality
7.35
Rooms were generally described as comfortable but some had issues with temperature and amenities.
Amenities
7.65
Amenities were adequate but some guests experienced issues such as poor water pressure.
Value for Money
7.85
Guests felt they received good value for their stay and the meals.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Numerous guests found the food to be very good, especially breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
7.65
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:00

Property Description

Charming Accommodation with Modern Amenities

Picturesque Garden and Family-Friendly Atmosphere
The Stair Arms Hotel offers a serene garden setting, perfect for relaxing strolls and peaceful moments. Families will appreciate the children's playground, providing entertainment for the little ones while parents unwind in the tranquil surroundings.

Delicious Dining Options and Cozy Bar
Indulge in culinary delights at the hotel's restaurant, serving up a variety of dishes to please every palate. After a day of exploring Edinburgh, unwind at the cozy bar with a refreshing drink in hand, creating the perfect ambiance for socializing and unwinding.

Comfortable Rooms with Essential Features
Each room at The Stair Arms Hotel is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest. From plush bedding and a private bathroom to in-room entertainment options, rest assured that your relaxation and convenience are prioritized during your visit.

Ready to experience a delightful stay at The Stair Arms Hotel? Book now for an unforgettable Edinburgh getaway.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Adults stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1182 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 7.65
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Ramez Asaad solo_traveller gb
6
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Amber solo_traveller nl
8
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple au
10
Friendly staff. They even did our laundry for us whilst we were travelling and such a good location to get into Edinburg
Pros:

Rooms were spacious and clean.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Trevor couple gb
7
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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hamza solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Gianluca solo_traveller it
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Agnieszka solo_traveller pl
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Katja couple de
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Dawn couple gb
7
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Katrina couple us
10
Charming and clean
Pros:

The hotel was clean, staff was great, hotel is small and charming

Cons:

The hot breakfast does take long to get your order, about a half hour. So if you are in a hurry take that into consideration

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children ch
1
Würde ich niemandem empfehlen
Pros:

Gratis Parkplatz

Cons:

Das Zimmer war sehr schmutzig, keine Fernbedienung vorhanden und es war sehr hellhörig.
Das Essen im Restaurant war leider auch nicht gut und man muss bis spätestens 19.00 Uhr essen. Das Frühstück war ab 8.00 Uhr und zu der Zeit wurden auch erst die Tische vom Vorabend abgeräumt und gesaugt.
Die Rezeption sollte um 07.00 Uhr besetzt sein, doch um 07.30 war immer noch alles dunkel und niemand vor Ort.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Narine couple gb
4
Tired, unkept hotel - glad to walk out of those doors.
Pros:

Not a bad location from the centre, check in and check out were both quick, when we needed assistance that was done immediately. Ample parking.

Cons:

Tired hotel. Sheet was stained and dirty when we arrived but was sorted immediately. Towel rail in bathroom had a coating of dust on it, evidently not a spot that is cleaned often which should be as towels would touch that area. Grime and mould behind the bath tap and brown markings along the floor edge of the tub. Water pressure wasn’t strong. Minimal bathroom toiletries provided. Mattress too bouncy (personal preference). No net or privacy curtains so if there was anyone in the garden, they’d see right through. Curtains felt grimy and like they’d been poorly preserved from the Tudor era. Same with the decorative cushions on the bed. WiFi (public, not private to each room) had very poor strength in different parts of the hotel. Room is not soundproof, I could hear the next door guests showering and talking. The corridors also smelled of dog. Leaking valve leaking in corridor so a small was pot was placed under it. The wall lights in the corridor had missing bulbs.

Staff weren’t particularly friendly or happy, they seemed to be chatting and laughing away with each other or on their phone but as soon we came in, they were bland and miserable.

Food was mediocre, portions tiny and weak tea. Was only allowed to choose one thing from the menu with small choice - how can scrambled eggs with one toast be the same value as a full English? Pretty sure we were given a used teabag in the teapot as the colour was diluted like apple juice and was not becoming darker despite brewing for 10 mins. Had to request a new pot of tea. We were glad to check out. Also, we were interrogated by the elderly neighbour asking who we were and why we were staying at the hotel.

Such a tired, unkept hotel which I’m shocked is a 3 star. More like a 2 star.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Geraldine solo_traveller be
10
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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christine solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Lovely hotel.
Friendly staff.
Only problem is the website lists 3 ways of getting there by public transport when in reality there is only 1 infrequent bus service.

Cons:

Couldn't get the TV to work.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Ali solo_traveller bg
10
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Chantelle couple gb
10
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Iris solo_traveller de
9
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
8
Ok just a stop over to main vacation
Pros:

Front bedroom very noisy with the traffic

Cons:

Noise of the traffic

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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sergeja couple si
7
Pros:

Good breackfast

Cons:

No comfort beds

2026-05-09 via Nuitee