House of Gods Royal Mile

Hotels
7.9 (1652 reviews)
233 Cowgate , Edinburgh , gb

Facilities

Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Adult only
Fruits
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Attentive staff
Great location
Stylish decor
Cozy atmosphere
Cons:
Small room sizes
Issues with cleanliness
Overpriced for amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
Several reviews mentioned issues with dampness and cleanliness, notably in a tiny room.
Service
9.51
Numerous reviews praised staff for being attentive and accommodating, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.05
Guests highlighted the great location of the hotel, making it convenient and desirable.
Room Quality
6.5
Many reviews indicated that room sizes were small and not conducive for longer stays.
Amenities
8.03
Amenities were appreciated, although some felt they did not fully meet expectations based on price.
Value for Money
6.99
Guests noted that while the hotel had some nice offerings, many felt it was overpriced given the room sizes.
Food and Beverage
7.54
Reviews were mixed, with breakfast mentioned as average but some special touches counterbalancing it.
Overall Experience
8.51
Despite some criticisms, overall sentiment expresses a desire to return, reflecting a relatively positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:44

Property Description

Unique Design and Atmosphere
House of Gods Royal Mile in Edinburgh offers a one-of-a-kind experience with its air-conditioned rooms and captivating design. The property's central location makes it a convenient choice for travelers looking to explore the city's attractions.

Nightclub and Room Service
Enjoy the convenience of on-site entertainment with the hotel's nightclub, perfect for a night out without having to venture far. Additionally, indulge in the comfort of room service for a relaxing evening in.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions
Situated near iconic landmarks such as Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland, this hotel provides easy access to must-see destinations. With friendly staff available 24/7, your stay at House of Gods Royal Mile is sure to be memorable.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at House of Gods Royal Mile in the heart of Edinburgh!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1652 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 9.51
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.03
Value for Money: 6.99
Food and Beverage: 7.54
Overall Experience: 8.51
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Ross couple gb
7
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Fowler solo_traveller gb
4
Staff member that showed the room ruined the whole experience.
Pros:

Great venue, perfect location, reception area amazing.
Breakfast hamper was good.

Cons:

The team seemed amazing in the texts leading up to check in, asking how to make the stay memorable, few things were agreed and then ruined on arrival when being shown to the room.

Packages based mainly around alcohol which is disappointing.

Booked the suite so we could make use of the bath however this leaked all over the floor when filling.

Room not cleaned very well at all, under the bed was disgusting and had 'wrappers' left behind from previous guests including a sock over the smoke alarm in the room.

Mini bar in room very expensive and then was charged for items days after we had checked out that were never in the mini bar to start with.

Room was tiny and shower water was moderately warm at best.

Property claim the rooms to be soundproof but you can hear everything going on outside from the bed.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
J
Jermain couple gb
10
Luxurious environment
Pros:

It feels special. Opulent.

Cons:

Everything.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Luella couple gb
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Paige couple gb
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
B
Bridget solo_traveller us
7
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
C
ClaireMcP solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Brilliant service, excellent location, luxury done well

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Jamie couple gb
7
Small dark rooms, but boujee upmarket feel
Pros:

Very boujee hotel, up market feel

Cons:

The rooms are very small amd a little too dark

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
2
Extremely disappointing
Pros:

Staff where friendly

Cons:

I couldn’t recommend this hotel any less.
The room was extremely dusty, there was rips in the pillows, random rips and holes throughout the room and bathroom, the glasses that we where giving for our room where also dirty, it was very noisy and also a lot of random scratches on the ceiling.
I’ve stayed in cheaper hotels that are way better value and just looked much better if I’m honest, it looks nothing like the photos.
Stay away from this hotel.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Bernadette solo_traveller au
10
The atmosphere was amazing. Felt like we were in a movie set.
Pros:

Location was excellent .

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Andrea couple us
10
I would go again!
Pros:

I loved the aesthetic, the staff, the music the bar. The room was like stepping into a 19th century Gothic boudoir. I truly felt like a goddess.

Cons:

It was perfect

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Oliwia solo_traveller gb
10
Best hotel ever
Pros:

It was an exceptional experience, the staff were truly lovely, the room was amazing, we had the best anniversary! And so thankful for the experience.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Rosebud solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
D
Dawid solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Elle couple gb
10
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
G
Gabriele solo_traveller de
1
Habe das Hotel verlassen, ohne dort zu bleiben. Ohne Fenster nicht möglich.
Pros:

gar nichts

Cons:

Das Zimmer hat kein Fenster, extrem schlecht. Das Bild im Internet gaukelt vor, es wäre ein Fenster vorhanden. Das Zimmer ist winzig klein. Extrem schlechtes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Alice couple gb
6
It was okay, but I don’t think I would stay again
Pros:

The staff were lovely can’t fault them at all!

Cons:

The room was very small, found the bed really uncomfortable and there was also a weird smell around the whole hotel could also smell it from our room.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Hayley solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff where brilliant, friendly and very helpful, nothing was too much hassle 😄 would definitely go back

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
D
Derek couple gb
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
A
Amina couple gb
10
Indulgent and romantic weekend
Pros:

The rooms had a really unique aesthetic and felt very opulent. The location is perfect and the staff were very attentive and communicative. The cocktails at the bar were also very original and fun to sample.

Cons:

This is probably more human error than anything, but the mapping light switches in the room took some sussing out.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee