The Stair Arms Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1310 reviews)
The Stair Arms Hotel, Pathhead, Midlothian , Edinburgh , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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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.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1310 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
K
Katherine • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Nice freshly cooked breakfast, good size room and nice and clean.

Cons:

The evening meal wasn’t the best

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good value but with a few disappointments
Pros:

It was a good location, just outside Edinburgh. The rooms were well decorated and the sraff friendly and helpful. The decor of the public areas was lovely. The food was good value for money. Good valu

Cons:

We couldn't get the heating to work and the portable radiator didn't work either. Also the windows were all single glazed, even in the bathroom. The bathroom window was also cracked and there were no window coverings, which let down the overall feel of our stay.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Nortons • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cazza G • solo_traveller • gb
10
Edinburgh Tattoo
Pros:

Most enjoyable stay. Clean, friendly staff and great food.
Train station nearby for access to Edinburgh.

Cons:

Slight traffic noise from the main road.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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fendercali • couple • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Lydia • solo_traveller • de
10
Sehr empfehlenswert!
Pros:

Absolut freundliches Personal, super zuvorkommend. Sehr geräumiges, sauberes Zimmer. Gemütliche Atmosphäre in grüner Laage. Super Restaurant lecker und frisch. Unglaublich hundefreundlich, im Restaurant gibt es ein extra Bereich für Gäste mit Hund. Hotellaage an Hauptstraße hat überhaupt nicht gestört auch nicht mit Zimmer zur Straße.

Cons:

Müll im Außenbereich/Parkplatz.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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sarmad • extended_group • gb
4
Room was not clean sink drain was blocked
Pros:

Location is good

Cons:

Room was not clean, sink drain was blocked I asked the receptionist but they didn’t fix it.
Bed was not clean hair was found cups were not clean.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Corney • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel was clean, staff very friendly and the food was excellent.
Great location for Park and Ride into Edinburgh.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Marie • couple • gb
3
Cons:

The hotel was poorly maintained and attention to detail of cleanliness was very poor. Breakfast cups and cutlery were dirty. Stayed this hotel a few years ago and I was disappointed to see it being run down. Paintwork and carpets in poor condition.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
P
Piet • couple • si
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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michaela • solo_traveller • gb
8
Hotel stay in country
Pros:

Lovely old building, nice food and staff

Cons:

Paid for a deluxe room but did not exceed expectations, we had no hot water for bath, Following day couldn't use shower as wrong head for shower holder but actually had warm water for bath, that unfortunately drained as quick as it filled as plug no fitting correctly. The room was large and clean, sash window in bathroom constantly rattling as I'll fitted but stopped it temporarily by packing with tissue, it was ok but not a deluxe room

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Eliane • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Fijne bedden, prima ontbijt.

Cons:

Oude vieze vloerbedekking in de gang en de ontvangstruimte.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Liane • couple • de
9
Tolles Hotel Nähe Edinburgh! Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Pros:

Wir haben sehr gut geschlafen, unfassbar komfortable Betten! Tolle Badewanne und leckeres Frühstück!

Cons:

Die Baustelle nachts direkt an der Bundesstraße vor dem Hotel. Wir wussten davon nichts und sind vorher umher geirrt. Die Bauarbeiter haben uns dann aber schließlich Geleit gegeben bis zum Hotel. Eine Information darüber im Vorfeld wäre super gewesen.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • be
10
Vraiment bien
Pros:

L'ensemble de l'établissement, la taille de la chambre.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
F
Francoise • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Belle chambre spacieuse et avec une décoration écossaise

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Carrie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely room with a great view over their gardens.
Staff were really helpful and breakfast was great!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Very happy with our stay here
Pros:

Location was good for access to the east of Edinburgh.
Room was good, bed was really comfortable.
Staff were very helpful. We ate at the restaurant, food was very good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
T
Terry • couple • gb
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee