Ravelston House

Hotels
8.2 (948 reviews)
182 North High Street , Musselburgh , GB
+44 131 665 2478

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Heating issues
No breakfast facilities
Noisiness at night

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Mixed sentiments about cleanliness, with reviews mentioning it was good, but some issues were noted.
Service
8.8
Generally positive feedback about helpful and friendly staff.
Location
8.8
Location praised for accessibility to Edinburgh.
Room Quality
7.3
Concerns regarding heating, comfort, and noise disturbances raised by several guests.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities satisfactory with some areas needing improvement, particularly heating.
Value for Money
7.3
Considered overpriced based on the quality of stay and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Positive experiences with breakfast service, although limited options mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall stay was adequate but marred by specific issues affecting comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:54

Property Description

Charming Accommodation Near Portobello Beach

Garden Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful retreat in our garden and soak in the serene atmosphere.

Delicious Dining: Indulge in culinary delights at our on-site restaurant and unwind at the cozy bar.

Entertainment Galore: Experience nightly entertainment and stay connected with complimentary WiFi.

Ready to experience a delightful stay at Ravelston House? Book now and create unforgettable memories.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 948 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Vanessa • couple • at
8
Schöne, gut ausgestattete Zimmer mit einfachem Check-out, aber leider sehr laut, kalt und mit verbesserungswürdigem Chec
Pros:

Die Zimmer sind schön eingerichtet, das Bad ist modern und großzügig. Positiv hervorzuheben sind außerdem der Fernseher mit vielen Sendern, Steckdosen direkt neben dem Bett, gutes WLAN sowie der kostenlose Parkplatz. Der Check-out über die Schlüsselbox war schnell und unkompliziert.

Cons:

Leider war es selbst von Sonntag auf Montag bis spät in die Nacht sehr laut, da im Haus Partys mit Karaoke stattfanden. Das Zimmer war zudem sehr kalt und die Heizungen funktionierten nicht. Im Bad waren Schimmelspuren sichtbar und das Bett war für unseren Geschmack eher klein. Auch der Check-in sollte besser organisiert werden: Es ist ungünstig, wenn derselbe Mitarbeiter gleichzeitig die Bar mit zahlreichen Gästen betreuen und Neuankömmlinge einchecken muss, wodurch längere Wartezeiten entstehen.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
8
It was a great location to stay with plenty to do
Pros:

We only had dinner one night and it was very nice. They did not serve breakfast during the week only weekends.

Cons:

The bed was very uncomfortable.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Nice comfortable rooms, friendly staff. Handy for transport into Edinburgh and close to harbour

Cons:

On a main road, a little noisy at closing time as my room was above front door, but quiet enough after.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Atul • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Cleanliness, room size

Cons:

May consider providing basic toiletries.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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ester • solo_traveller • es
4
No recomendable
Pros:

Nada , esperaba mucho más de este hotel

Cons:

Para empezar, carísimo, sin servicio en el baño, no había jabones de ducha , creo que les costaba poco poner este servicio, la habitación han querido darle un aire moderno y se han quedado muy cortos.
Lampara rota , cortinas rotas , se veían las maderas de bajo de la cama , en fin , FATAL, precio altísimo .

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • gb
2
Luxury prices for a less than average hotel
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
3
391derekn • Couples
2
Extremely poor value
Pros:

Extremely poor value for our two-night stay. For £450 we expected a high-level experience. Instead, we found ourselves in a bog-standard pub. We had to find some bar staff to check us in. Our room was cramped. Coffee and tea were provided but no biscuits. No fridge, no mini bar, no room safe. Wifi was effective but not securely password-protected. Two bath towels but no hand towels. (Staff told us they only had bath towels!) No bedside table or reading light on one side of the bed. The bathroom light kept going off , then on again. One bathroom window was covered with a sheet of cardboard. Only very basic toiletries were provided (a small bar of soap) and there was no shelf in the shower. The mattress was too soft. Noise from the pub downstairs went on till 11.00 pm. We used the restaurant for dinner once and almost walked out as the service was so slow, though the food was satisfactory. Incredibly, the hotel 'doesn't do breakfasts midweek', so you have to wander the streets of early morning Musselburgh looking for somewhere that does! Not a serious hotel, and price-gouging during Edinburgh's festival period.

2026-08-22 • via Tripadvisor
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Paige • couple • gb
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful. It was convenient to travel i to Edinburgh

Cons:

Breakfast was only served on the weekend

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Dieter • couple • gb
6
Does the job.
Pros:

Room interior was nice

Cons:

Beds were a bit saggy. Also, expected a double bed but got two singles pushed together.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
3
Mattress would of made whole lot of difference
Pros:

Everything around the bar and the restaurant were fine.

Cons:

The mattress in room 7 sucks it was like sleeping on the base of the bed

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Brittany • couple • au
9
Definitely would stay again if needed.
Pros:

Super friendly staff. The room was large and exactly what we needed for our stay. Lots of food options around and supermarkets close by. Parking was easy to access.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

Bed was too hard no fan in room 😫 l

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Edward • family_with_children • gb
6
Pros:

Through our own mistake we were later than expected & staff very kindly allowed us a late check in after normal hours

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Gail • solo_traveller • gb
4
Disappointed and daylight robbery £175 for 1 night - ok the Scottish Open was on, but at least try.
Pros:

Bar man/barista made me a lovely cup of hot chocolate.All the bar staff were nice. Car park taken up by all the pub patrons.

Cons:

It's a pub with rooms dreaming it's something grander. It really tries with the room decor (nice touch to have a thinner duvet for the weather, but could have been a bit bigger) and a flashy bathroom (nice towels) . But! The noise in the pub below is loud in the roomsl. Decor nice, bed is really small and creaky. Bathroom lovely and big, but floor tiles are broken. Avoid restaurant at all costs. Overpriced and underwhelming. Don't call it a restaurant and then serve something a supermarket cafe would be ashamed of! You can cook fresh food fairly easily. But don't call yourself a restaurant if you serve up freezer to fryer food and can't get that right! I told the server politely what was wrong and didn't make a fuss, she said she passed my comments to the cook - please listen and do something. I wish I'd gone to Aldi for some food). Thank god I didn't book breakfast. Stayed at the Ship Inn a couple doors up last year, much better.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • extended_group • au
7
Convenient for a quick stop.
Pros:

Handy location within easy travel to Edinburgh.

Cons:

Room was hot and noisy if window open.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
7
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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sheila • couple • gb
6
Location was our main reason for staying at the hotel. Our number 4 in our opinion it was more suited for one person.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast being served from 9am however you have to checkout at 10am. That did not meet our needs.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee