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Grassmarket hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Front of property - evening/night
Comfy Twin or Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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94-96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2JR
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfy+ Quad | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfy+ Quad

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 80 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Small Double | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Small Double

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfy+ Triple | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfy+ Triple

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Comfy Twin or Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfy Twin or Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfy Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Snug Double

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Cozy Single

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Comfy+ Quad

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh hotel places you steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grassmarket hotel

3-star hotel near Edinburgh Castle
As a guest of Grassmarket hotel, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Grassmarket hotel also features a front-desk safe and an elevator.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Grassmarket hotel offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 45-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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 Grassmarket hotel to the airport?

Grassmarket hotel is 8.1 mi (29-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Grassmarket hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grassmarket hotel.

How close is Grassmarket hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 15 mi (36-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Grassmarket hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Grassmarket hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Grassmarket hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Grassmarket hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Grassmarket hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Grassmarket hotel have a pool?

Grassmarket hotel does not have a pool.

Does Grassmarket hotel have a restaurant?

Grassmarket hotel is home to Biddy Milligan, which features light fare and brunch.

Does Grassmarket hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Grassmarket hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Grassmarket hotel is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.

Reviews

Grassmarket hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1022 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

marc

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Claudia, Rio Rancho

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t waste your money. Good location but terrible property. There’s so many other great places to stay for the $$$.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Location, location, location! This hotel’s location seriously can’t be beat. On the corner of the colorful Victoria Street and walking distance to the castle. The grassmarket is a lively area to visit with its pubs and shops.The view of the castle at night is remarkable. If you’re looking for quiet, peaceful nights, though, this might not be the location for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay T

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comfortable and the room had all that we needed. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. We enjoyed our stay. The hotel is located in the heart of Edinburgh within walking distance of most everything and bus transportation is just across the street. Wa erly Train station is within walking distance also.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding stay at The Grassmarket Hotel. Large group of 2 families with 14 people total so had four quad rooms. Very convenient location, spacious rooms, helpful staff! Is near bars but we didn’t find noise to be a problem as some others have. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Julia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I liked the location in the heart of a vibrant part of town. The two staff people we met were both friendly and helpful. The hotel is a little similar to a Citizen M (small, bare-bones rooms) but not as new looking or tech-focused, and without the common sitting areas. . It was clean, comfortable and good enough for one night. What I wished was different: we had to take an old elevator up one floor, then wind our way around, take a flight of stairs up to another floor, then wind our way to our room. Narrow halls and many fire doors to pass through. We were on the second floor and could just barely hear the pub below, as well as a few late night partiers on the street. If sensitive to noise, ask about a higher floor, or ask front desk for ear plugs. They keep a supply on hand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place, excellent staff and can’t beat the location!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donal, Richardson

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Centrally located, everything walkable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean and cozy. Very well situated to access anything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very walkable srea. Front desk staff were extemely helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff in this slightly quirky and comfortable hotel. Great food at the breakfast bar next door. Very convenient location for the old town. Third time visiting and can thoroughly recommend the Grassmarket Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Surbhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that it was so central to everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
The location of the hotel is great - very walkable and not far from the Royal Mile and other attractions. The rooms were average, nothing outstanding or terrible about them. Did like that they had a fan but would have liked more privacy in the bathroom. I shared a room with my son and at times felt like the frosted door that didn't close all the way wasn't enough. While all of the staff was friendly, there was one we had some trouble communicating with. She used a lot of words to describe breakfast in a way that still made no sense at the end. Please know your continental breakfast here is not what it means in the US.... it means you pay $15 for a hot breakfast and the other items (fruit, pastries, etc.) are then included at no charge. She let us walk away, only to follow us and tell us we had to pay her instead of the restaurant. Why wouldn't you have told us that when we were standing there? Maybe I am nitpicking, it was just odd. All in all, would stay there again now that I know how things work.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an incredible location and I found the staff to be delightful and incredibly helpful. The room was clean although surfaces could use more of wipe down. The building is a little wonky but overall I would def recommend. As a solo traveler I felt very safe. Overall incredibly good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

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

Edinburgh Victoria St.

Great location, but difficult finding parking close to hotel. Car park at Castle Terrace was easy as long as you downloaded app. Nice restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025