Premier Inn Edinburgh A1 - Musselburgh

Hotels
Premier Inn
8.4 (25 reviews)
Carberry Road, Inveresk,Musselburgh,Edinburgh,Midlothian , Musselburgh , GB

Facilities

Parking
Restaurant
Breakfast available (surcharge)

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable bed
Ample parking
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.48
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including mould and general grubby conditions.
Service
9.45
Staff were consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
8.99
Convenient location with ample parking and nearby services, though a bit far from central attractions.
Room Quality
7.94
Some rooms described as tired or lacking amenities, while others praised comfort.
Amenities
8.47
Amenities provided were generally sufficient, though some were not fully appreciated.
Value for Money
7.93
Perceived as not providing value for the price paid, particularly with cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
7.98
Food options at the pub next door received mixed reviews; some enjoyed it while others found it lacking.
Overall Experience
8.95
Overall experiences varied greatly, with positive service and some enjoyment despite issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 01:40

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of serene coastal charm and vibrant city excitement at Premier Inn Hotel Edinburgh A1 (Musselburgh).

Exceptional Location
Nestled in the delightful fishing village of Musselburgh, our hotel offers easy access to Edinburgh's thrilling attractions, including the Edinburgh Festival and the renowned Musselburgh races.

Delicious Dining
Unwind after a day of exploration at our on-site Brewers Fayre, where you can indulge in a hearty meal without the need for formal attire, perfect for a relaxed evening in.

Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy restful nights in our cozy beds, ensuring you wake refreshed and ready for more adventures. Whether visiting for business or leisure, your comfort is our priority.

Book now for an unforgettable stay that balances relaxation with vibrant experiences!

Important information:

Free on-site parking is available at this hotel. Please validate your registration via the tablet in reception upon arrival. This car park is managed by Horizon.
From A1, take exit signposted Dalkeith (A6094). Follow signs for Dalkeith until roundabout and turn right. The hotel is on the right. Next to the Craig House Brewers Fayre.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 25 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.48
Service: 9.45
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 7.93
Food and Beverage: 7.98
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Kai Ho
8
Pros:

房間整潔

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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dominicmE5764RN Family
10
Great stay
Pros:

Had excellent stay room was spacious for family of 4 room was lovely clean and fresh staff where nice friendly bunch always got a good morning from housekeeping and nothing was a bother

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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Fearless65434801140 Family Edinburgh, Scotland
10
Lovely, clean and friendly staff
Pros:

Excellent stay. We had to stay here for a few nights to visit some family. All I want to mention is the staff were fantastic and so friendly and caring towards our small children. The girls that were cleaning our rooms were always talking to our children and making such an effort can’t thank them enough. Overall the hotel is in an ideal location and is easy to get to and from the city centre which is perfect!! Room was lovely and clean. Can’t recommend this hotel enough.

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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Wanderer61771583349 Business
10
Best stay
Pros:

What a lovely stay, the staff were so friendly and helpful they made me feel at ease. Probably the best Premier Inn staff I’ve had the pleasure of dealing with

They were having a refurbishment at the time, you could not tell work was going ok. The site manager for Novus was very nice and polite

New rooms look amazing I’ll definitely stay again, very clean and stylish

10/10

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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CasaMcGinley Solo travel Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, England
2
Never Again
Pros:

I have stayed at the Premier Inn in Stepps on many occasions while visiting family and friends in Glasgow. On this occasion, I stayed for 3 nights at a fantastic low rate.

Unfortunately this will be my last visit, until there is a complete refurbishment, it is now tired and in urgent need of investment.

Pros:
- brilliant reception staff, who are always professional, helpful and welcoming
- comfortable mattresses, always have great sleep
- warm room (near freezing outside)
- excellent rate
- free parking
- free de-icer & scrapper on table at front door
- adjacent pub/restaurant
- close to motorways

Cons:
- was not told you had to request at reception to get room cleaned and towels replaced, returned late at night, and hadn’t been serviced
- had to ask reception for fresh towels
- damp smell in corridors (1st floor), made we feel queasy
- stairway covered in debris for full 3 days, not vacuumed
- staff member entered room on 1st morning, after a quick knock, despite “do not disturb” sign on door - I was on a business call.
- at 11:00 staff talking extremely loud in corridor, thankfully I had no children in the room, as their language was appalling - foul mouthed and not appropriate
- moss covered footpath on rear football, making it slippy
- rear building facia hadn’t been painted for many years.
- if staying in the summer, no air con, maybe not an issue in Glasgow.

I couldn’t recommend this hotel and will not be returning.

2025-11-30 via Tripadvisor
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Balesy1974 Business North East England, England
8
Premier Inn, Dalkeith
Pros:

A business/work weekend away with the partner, we were both doing VIP/Green Room security at a couple of darts events in Scotland and based ourselves at The Premier Inn, Dalkeith, Edinburgh.

A double bedroom booked, we had room 21 and a couple of unlimited breakfasts.

Hotel was ok, a typical Premier Inn, customer service pleasant and helpful, room clean and comfortable albeit a tad chilly, the en-suite fine.

Breakfast at the restaurant was good, give your name and room number and your unlimited breakfast is cooked to specification, all in all a steady good, happy enough to recommend.

2025-11-29 via Tripadvisor
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Kathleen partner
8
Pros:

Great front desk. Reno’s to the restaurant was inconvenient but could not be helped

2025-11-29 via Nuitee
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lisamQ1540GT Friends getaway
10
Great stay
Pros:

Lovely stay the staff couldn’t help you enough so friendly and welcoming would definitely stay agin. The rooms were clean and tidy. The location was ideal as the motorway is right next to it

2025-11-27 via Tripadvisor
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margaretbR8102PM NONE
8
Had fun
Pros:

Very enjoyable , great value for money , room was good would stay again definitely convenient location for where we were

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
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Spruce80 NONE
8
Overall a very pleasant stay for one night and I would stay here again.
Pros:

Room was clean and had everything I needed. It was also very quiet given that it was near a main road. Check-in and out was straightforward with no issues. Staff were polite and friendly. Breakfast was a bit limited in terms of choice and the space is quite small so it could get a bit crowded around the food when it was busy. Overall a very pleasant stay for one night and I would stay here again.

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
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Voyager15627950334 NONE
6
Needs more work
Pros:

Hotel scheduled for iminent refurb....it needs it. Blinking lights evident lots of areas. 1 key given which made transit in and out more difficult.
Food OK but no better. Appears packaged for the limit menu scope currently.
Single sheet toilet paper.....a bit like a motorway service station! Time to upgrade

2025-11-22 via Tripadvisor
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zoen472 NONE Rawtenstall, Rossendale, Lancashire, England
2
Take disinfectant wipes
Pros:

The room was filthy. Cups not washed, door handles and skirting boards that hadn’t been cleaned in months and pubes in the bed.

2025-11-22 via Tripadvisor
G
Getaway49014819417 Couples Prestwick, South Ayrshire, Ayrshire, Scotland
8
Great transport links into the City
Pros:

I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s worth paying the extra from the plus rooms. They now charge for parking which used to be free but 4.50 for 24 hours is much cheaper than parking in the city. It’s a 9 min train journey into the city from right outside the door of the hotel, or you have a choice of the tram or bus.
If you’re not bothered about a view I would definitely stay here for a city break.

2025-11-22 via Tripadvisor
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Passport650834 NONE
8
A lovely friendly and clean hotel
Pros:

A lovely friendly hotel, staff are helpful and the hotel and room were clean. Could have done with more tea and sugar in the room and some biscuits.

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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Allanh601 NONE Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland
10
Ideal standard for the price and location
Pros:

Fresh looking hotel. Good standard. Room was clean warm. Bed was comfortable. Tea & coffee supplied. Bathroom clean and fresh. Friendly staff welcome you. Checking in can be at the screen or at the reception desk.
Never ate at the hotel this time but the Costa is attached.

2025-11-16 via Tripadvisor
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Roving13193179966 Couples
10
Well done Sandra, at Edinburgh Park Premier Inn
Pros:

My wife and I have just returned from two 1-night stays at this hotel and found it brilliant.
We've stayed a few times at the Edinburgh Premier Inn Hub hotel at Haymarket, which was great, but we fancied a little more room this time, so opted for Edinburgh Park P.I.
I had made a bit of a mix-up with regards my two bookings, but Sandra, on reception, sorted everything out and was most helpful. We saw her again when we returned for our second visit and she even remembered our names. She is a credit to the Premier Inn brand.
The hotel is easy to get to .. bus, train and tram stops are all nearby (less than 50m) and there's even a large retail park less than 100m away.
We shall certainly return to this hotel in the future

2025-11-14 via Tripadvisor
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mikwizzy Couples
4
No reason to go back
Pros:

Used to use Premier Inn a lot but haven't for a while

Needed and overnight stay.
On the positive, room was a reasonable size, clean, bright, warm
Staff were friendly

But ...
extra charge for parking - this isn't a city centre hotel
Were told that restaurant was fully booked at our preferred time - it wasn't
TV was very difficult to control - not sure if this was the handset or the TV
"Hot" water was lukewarm
Old fashioned shower over bath - needs updating for safety
Meal menu was very poor - very limited choices especially for veggies. Bowl of nachos to share were lukewarm; slopped over with a minimal salsa, overloaded with jalapenos

Disappointed and will book elsewhere next time

2025-11-12 via Tripadvisor
9
942ambera Family
10
Great stay
Pros:

Great stay at this premier in .
Had breakfast at the restaurant and Josh the manager was very accommodating and friendly. Gave her eat service.

Thanks again

2025-11-09 via Tripadvisor
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Lisa
6
Pros:

Wifi weak and slow. Terrible water pressure. A strange smell in the room

2025-11-08 via Nuitee
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Henri98203 NONE Punta Gorda, Toledo District
10
Great stay near Edinburgh airport
Pros:

Premier Inn Edinburgh Park is just minutes from the Edinburgh airport, and I had a very early morning flight out. Turns out it was easy to get into town on the train (15 min.) and tram, both of which are right next to the hotel. Room was super clean, well serviced. Had everything I needed. Hotel and bar was hopping in the evening. Staff was friendly. Mini fridge was a nice touch, super market (Aldi) is across the street. It was a great stay.

2025-11-04 via Tripadvisor