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Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star Georgian hotel near Royal Mile

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A window with the text "Thistle Hotel" and a lamp inside.
A skylight with a geometric design and decorative moldings.
A historic building with a sign for "Thistle Hotel" and a "Manor Lounge."
A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and two Christmas trees.
A chandelier with multiple light fixtures and a decorative metal frame.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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59 Manor Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 7EG
  • Place, Dean Village
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a small table.

Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 211 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand, a telephone, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a radiator, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Single Room

  • 131 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Double Room

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned floor.

Junior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

West End stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this West End hotel, you'll find Princes Street and Dean Village. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dean Village - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • George Street - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 8 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cairngorm Coffee Co West End - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fox And Faun - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel

3-star Georgian hotel near Royal Mile
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 22 square feet (2 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Edinburgh Thistle Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Georgian Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 22 sq ft of conference space
  • 2 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1750
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offers 16 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 20 per night); reservations required
  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 20.00 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 20.00 per night
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Edinburgh Thistle Hotel to the airport?

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is 6.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel on Sep 1, 2026 start from $187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel.

How close is Edinburgh Thistle Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.2 mi (18-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 15.6 mi (48-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 10.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Edinburgh Thistle Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 20.00 per night.

Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel have a pool?

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Edinburgh Thistle Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Edinburgh Thistle Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel is 1.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Thistle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 542 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 542 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 542 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 542 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 542 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Rhuel

Liked: Staff & service
I had a good stay plus the surrounding area was quite and away from the busy streets.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was definitely a bit dated but clean and comfortable. Given the age of the property the hotel was great! Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thistle Hotel was a perfect place for me for three night. I had everything I needed, and there is in a nice spot of the town. Pretty sentral, and you can walk everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We turned up at mid day just to leave our bags there. We were told our room was ready so up we went to a very large bedroom! Very rarely do we get such an early check in so well done to the staff and reception. The hotel is situated in a quiet road about 15 a minute walk into the city. So ideal really. I would recommend this hotel for all the above reasons.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mirja

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s an old building so I understand it can be difficult to maintain, but it needs a good cleaning, the furniture is shabby and dirty and needs to be replaced. There is no elevator so if walking stairs is an issue at all don’t book here. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anupam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were very helpful, they were able to provide us with a lot of information on the area. There was no parking at the hotel so we had to leave our vehicle at a paid parking lot about 10 minute walk away (closest one) it cost me £80 ($150CAD) which was an unexpected expense. The breakfast was lacklustre but it’s better than no breakfast which is the norm. An FYI for those travelling with kids, there is no elevator as it is an old building so be prepared to carry your things. The staff were helpful in that we were able to leave our stroller in the lobby and they helped lug our stuff to the 3rd floor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

søren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only stayed there for one night, but had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Toyosi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is old and the amenities are not well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ahmet Algan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
filthy! extremely run down property. it seems they only change sheets and clean nothing else since 5 years!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with very friendly staff. If I’m ever back in the area, I’d stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean a little dated but this what you expect in a older building you go for the agriculture of the building the cornices the staircases. The staff were amazing all were so helpful and friendly lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great to stay in a beautiful area of Edinburgh close to a tram line and within walking distance of many sights and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a gem in Edinburgh. we had a beautiful suite overlooking the street. The staff was warm and friendly... lots of good tips on visiting in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the proximity to downtown Edinburgh and the castle. Walking everywhere was easy. The staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel was lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel, friendly staff, ideal central location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very happy with this hotel.

Manager could not have been more helpful. Quiet and comfortable rooms, at a great location! Excellent find.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Great property. Beautiful hotel. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a nice place but but his best times are over
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything; staff service and friendliness, hotel facilities and location, clean and safe
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Thistle Hotel was lovely. The staff were charming and helpful and the location was perfect. We plan on staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023