Premier Inn Edinburgh East

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Royal Mile

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

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228 Willowbrae Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH8 7NG
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Portobello Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Arthur's Seat
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, Accessible Bathtub

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, Roll-in Shower

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible Double Lower Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Accessible Double Wet Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

In Edinburgh .You'll find Royal Mile and Princes Street within 3 miles (5 km) of this Edinburgh hotel. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Holyrood Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Meadowbank Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Portobello Beach - 7 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Robin Chapel - 10 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Arthur's Seat - 14 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brunstane Station - 4 min drive
  • Foot of The Walk Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portobello Tap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beach House Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sheep Heid Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bliss House Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Foresters Guild - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Premier Inn Edinburgh East

3-star hotel near Royal Mile
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Premier Inn Edinburgh East also features express check-out and an elevator. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1993
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Premier Inn Edinburgh East offers 50 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 3.70 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: GBP 10.99 per person
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10.99 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 3.7 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
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, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Premier Inn Edinburgh East
Premier Edinburgh East
Premier Inn Edinburgh East Hotel Scotland
Premier Edinburgh Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Premier Inn Edinburgh East to the airport?

Premier Inn Edinburgh East is 17.6 mi (46-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Premier Inn Edinburgh East?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Premier Inn Edinburgh East on Oct 18, 2026 start from $103, 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 Premier Inn Edinburgh East have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Premier Inn Edinburgh East.

How close is Premier Inn Edinburgh East to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (10-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 11.7 mi (25-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Premier Inn Edinburgh East offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Premier Inn Edinburgh East, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10.99 per person.

Is there a casino at Premier Inn Edinburgh East?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Premier Inn Edinburgh East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Premier Inn Edinburgh East?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 3.7 per day.

Does Premier Inn Edinburgh East have a pool?

Premier Inn Edinburgh East does not have a pool.

Does Premier Inn Edinburgh East have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Premier Inn Edinburgh East have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Premier Inn Edinburgh East to downtown Edinburgh?

Premier Inn Edinburgh East is 2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Premier Inn Edinburgh East Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 64 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The room was clean. A confusing experience is the lack of signage for the hotel entrance and parking when driving onto the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious, close to bus stop to city Many lines available. The best is the breakfast, variety and quality. Good value
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Premier Inn was enhanced by the staff. They were very helpful. We did not have enough outlets at the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast and staff were excellent. No hand soap in the women's bathroom (dining room) on 2 occasions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was super nice and accommodating. The room just didn't feel that clean and it's not really within walking distance from where we were everyday. The price was convenient and I feel like we definitely got what we paid for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value, clean rooms
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very large with everything you would need. Just all around a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location to Edinburgh was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bed and helpful staff. That’s all I need in a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to bus station and a convenient store. Nice staff and good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
God value. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to mass transportation, bus stop only 2 minutes from property. Very convenient to walk to King Arthur’s Seat and Sheep Heid Inn as well as Duddington Kirk. Overall a very good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate bathroom, cosy bed, tasty breakfast - nothing more to add. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little bit far from train station or airport or city centre. Fine stay for one night before travelling back home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed in the family room with two children. They had two beds next to the 2 person bed. It was clean and basic but good. There is a good bus connection to the center or you can walk to it through the park. The staff was really nice and the food is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean But there was no AC the room was very hot and there was no air Other than that it was okay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We have a few complaints about our stay. The room was dirty, with lots of dust, cobwebs, and a dirty toilet. I ordered room service only once in four nights, and it wasn't very good. The positives include the comfortable bed and the friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a pleasant stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a short visit. It's a simple, no-frills place with basic amenities. Sound proofinf isn't that fantastic. We had some inconsiderate neighbours. The breakfast was good, with a nice selection to start the day. Continental buffet breakfast set up with cooked english breakfast available on demand. The location is a little further out from the city centre if you plan to walk. That said, outside the front is a bus stop for the No.44 bus, which was convenient. Ample reasonable paid parking for guests. A disappointment was that the restaurant is only opened for breakfast and not dinner. There are limited choice of restaurants nearby. You will need to get into the city, nearby Portobello or Duddingston. The bar operating hours also varies. It is generally not opened at night. There is also no coming lounge area to sit and have a chat. One thing worth noting for international travellers is that air conditioning isn't a standard amenity in many UK hotels, so it's always worth checking before you book if that's important to you. A fan would have been appreciated during the warmer weather. Also, don't assume there will be a bar fridge in the room, as refrigerators are not commonly provided either. Overall, if you're looking for a clean, comfortable, and affordable place to stay without the extras, this is a solid choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Toilets wasn't maintained properly, was smelling a lot. When informed to front desk, they have spread temporary room freshener but it doesn't help
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you’re planning on visiting the Royal Mile or surrounding area don’t book here. It’s too far from anything. Taxi will be £14 at least. There’s a restaurant in the hotel, which was good, but that’s your only option. The beds were comfy. Our room heater didn’t work so they brought us a portable heater that took the chill off. The shower was nice and hot but the tub was really tall. If you have any mobility issues it’s hard to get in and out. And it’s slippery. Front desk staff tried very hard to make us happy. We wouldn’t stay there again because of the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Um bom hotel, mas as fotos não condizem com a realidade. A localização é aceitável, longe do centro, mas com transporte acessível. Os funcionários não são simpáticos.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Hotel antigo e com manutenção precária. Aquecedores dos quartos não funcionam e não existe internet nos quartos
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026