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The Torfin

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Edinburgh Zoo

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Interior detail
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Shared kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Front of property
Deluxe King Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe King Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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108 St Johns road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 8AX
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe King Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Corstorphine stay.Your stay at this Corstorphine hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. Spire Murrayfield Hospital and Edinburgh Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Zoo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Edinburgh Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Princes Street - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Saughton Tram Stop - 18 min walk
  • South Gyle Station - 19 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The White Lady (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grasslands Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Prahna Indian Grill Edinburgh - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Torfin

3.5-star hotel near Edinburgh Zoo
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Torfin also features a terrace and a hair salon.

This 3.5-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Torfin offers 4 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Hungarian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 10:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 4 to 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 4 to 6 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Torfin to the airport?

The Torfin is 4.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Torfin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Torfin.

How close is The Torfin to the beach?

This hotel is 7.2 mi (29-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 16 mi (35-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Torfin offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Torfin, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 4 and 6 per person. It's available every day from 10:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Torfin?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Torfin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Torfin?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Torfin have a pool?

The Torfin does not have a pool.

Does The Torfin have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Torfin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Torfin to downtown Edinburgh?

The Torfin is 3.7 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Torfin Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 115 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Torfin highly recommend

Friendly staff, fun modern clean room and quiet despite being above the pub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bert E

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

Great location

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

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

I recommend!

The property was perfect for my stay! Clean and quiet. The owner was kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, comfortable, and clean. Rooms located above the pub. Only issue was the room entrance was outside and required climbing several stairs. Persons with limited mobility would find it challenging.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we stayed at in Scotland. If I ever go back to Edinburgh, I would put this hotel at the top of my list.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great stay

Was a wonderful stay. Restraint had amazing food. Great bed. And a perfect location to get on the bus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenni

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brad, Austin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Confusing check in process. Restaurant staff is your only point of contact. When restaurant closes, you have no one to reach out to (Only open 10a-10p). Uncomfortable bed in a tiny room. Room not well cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

A hidden gem

Wanted convenient hotel..not in the heart of the city and not at the airport.. with restaurant to spend our last 2 days in Scotland. Room was well appointed…large rain shower. Restaurant and bar were busy with locals…great food, service, selection at reasonable prices. Thanks to Mike for a warm welcome and help in getting around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Torfin review.

The staff were amazing and friendly and very helpful. We honestly couldn't have asked for better staff. We booked a Deluxe King Room and we were disappointed as it was rather a small room. In the description for the room there was a cappuccino machine (as well as a kettle) heating and the room was soundproof. There was a kettle but no cappuccino machine, the heating was a space heater that was rather noisy when turned on. and the room was most definitely not soundproofed as we could hear the music from the bar downstairs and our tv when we went into the hall. But the most disappointing thing was the bed. It was so uncomfortable. We could feel every spring in the mattress and none of us slept at all. Also there were two lights out in the bathroom so we were basically showering in darkened room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were great but I would hardly call this a hotel. The rooms were tiny and nothing like the photos on the web. There was no lobby and you entered the room from an outside concrete stairway. I would call it a couple of rooms above a bar rather than a hotel. There wasn’t even a chair to sit on in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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Very cold in the room and bed linen not changed from the previous guests; shower drain not cleared.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff, clean and friendly,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this room was wonderful!… H the staff were amazing !! Anything I needed he was there for us. Super fun and friendly loved the Torfin! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place a Liverpool stay, just wish they had parking 🅿️ on site.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We chose this hotel because of its proximity to the airport. Our experience was disappointing. When we got there, the restaurant was closed and that is where you check in to the hotel. It was raining and we had to walk around the property and stand outside trying to figure out how to check in. We ended up having to scream through a window until somebody heard us. The person that finally opened the door and checked us in was apologetic and very nice. The rooms are in the back of the restaurant and there is no lift, which is inconvenient when you have a lot of luggage. The rooms were small but comfortable. The location is only 10 minutes from the airport. So that is convenient. We did not eat there so we cannot comment on the food, which is supposed to be very good. I think the experience would have been better if they would have explained the check in process ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean hotel in a great location with lovely, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Would stay again

Clean and comfortable modern room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy well a quip for what we needed the staff where friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

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

Great spot in Edinburgh

Perfect spot for our last night in Scotland. Small hotel above a great local restaurant/pub. Room was clean and comfortable and the staff very helpful before and during our stay. Friendly staff at the pub, too. Primary reason for booking this location was easy access to the airport for an early morning flight and so for that reason: mission accomplished. Easy access from Haymarket Station when arriving and 10-minute morning cab ride to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024