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Black Ivy Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near University of Edinburgh

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Daily full breakfast (GBP 18 per person)
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Cosy Double room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Room service

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4 Alvanley Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1DU
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Cosy Double room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Cosy Double room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Tollcross stay.Your stay at this Tollcross hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grassmarket - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • George Street - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 4 min drive
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hendersons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Lemongrass - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Ivy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Golf Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Three Birds - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Black Ivy Hotel

4-star hotel near University of Edinburgh
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Black Ivy Hotel also features a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and room service (during limited hours).

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1869
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Black Ivy Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 32.80 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Black Ivy Hotel to the airport?

Black Ivy Hotel is 7.8 mi (26-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Ivy Hotel?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Ivy Hotel on Jan 29, 2026 start from $84.49, excluding 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 Black Ivy Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Black Ivy Hotel.

How close is Black Ivy Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.8 mi (26-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.8 mi (42-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Black Ivy Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Black Ivy Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Black Ivy Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Black Ivy Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Black Ivy Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Black Ivy Hotel have a pool?

Black Ivy Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Black Ivy Hotel have a restaurant?

Black Ivy Hotel is home to Black Ivy, which features Modern European cuisine, light fare, and brunch.

Does Black Ivy Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Black Ivy Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Black Ivy Hotel is 1.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

Black Ivy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 350 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

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

6/10 Okay

Mustafa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly. Property is far from tourist attractions 20 -30 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
None
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely superb hotel and lovely well cooked food . Would certainly visit again !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

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

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

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

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice and lively chic bar area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

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

Lovely hotel great location

Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ho cheung

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

Early

Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in. 5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed and breakfast was delicious!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Would have ranked higher. Loved the room. However if your not able bodied - there is a lot of stairs to get to room. Our room was also directly above the bar. Loud dance music on sat night and then the rest of the nights not as loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BEST PLACE IVE STAYED

Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025