Reviews of Holyrood Aparthotel 4 stars
1 Nether Bakehouse, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH8 8PE, United Kingdom
#504 of 974 Holiday rentals in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 3343 hotel reviews
8.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.4
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Comfort
8.4
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Location
9.0
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Facilities
8.1
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Staff
8.2
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Value for money
7.9
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Free WiFi
7.8
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Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Andres
United States17 reviews8.0“Excellent location and spotless apartment. Walking distance to every attraction in Edinburgh. Fully equipped kitchen wit”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Carpets are very old. They need to be changed.
Excellent location. Apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms. Very comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Ibrahim
Saudi Arabia10 reviews6 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Close to the town center
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Garry
Australia14 reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
2 single beds put together keeped sinking down the middle
Hot show very good
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Paul
Ireland5 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms weren't as pictured and no mention of 50gbp deposit
Location
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Graeme
Australia46 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Washing machine was an issue, we chose the place as we were travelling for 8 weeks for the convenience of washing our clothes, this never happened because washing machine was faulty
Location
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Dawn
United Kingdom1 review7.0“Great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Reception staff not overly helpful
Clean & spacious
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Janice
Canada5 reviews8.0“A well located hotel which included a kitchenette and a washer/ dryer. The staff were always helpful”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A better quality of bread and more muesli or granola type cereal instead of the typical empty calorie cereals would have been nice. Better instructions for the washer/dryer would be beneficial too.
It was nice to have food on hand to cover breakfast and snacks. The cheese slices were a nice touch. The location was excellent. Good access to tourist sites but fairly quiet.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Susan
United Kingdom19 reviews9.0“Did the job nicely”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Handy for the old town and very clean and comfortable stay. Paid car park was useful (snug for an estate car, but every carpark is!)
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Diane
Australia12 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Tim
Australia11 reviews8.0“Good, clean and great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
Location was excellent. The apartment was roomy and clean. The breakfast was good and worth the money.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Mary
Ireland74 reviews8.0“Nice for short stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Location. A bit off the royal mile but very quiet down a lane way. Not much going on in the area other than just tourists walking around during the day. A little bit too quiet in evening/night.
Clean & comfortable & had everything that was needed for a short stay
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Douglas
United Kingdom32 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Excellent location, great accommodation for our group of 12 people”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
Some of the kitchen cupboards where showing their age, nothing major, just minor things.
The location is excellent for central Edinburgh. The apartments are good for a group, particularly one apartment some of our group had on the top floor, which had extra space and a pleasant dinning area with skylights. Some basics provided (tea, coffee, milk) when you arrive, shops close by for buying any provisions you need. Car parking available, £20 a night, which is not unreasonable for secure parking where the car is easily accessible.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Hanan
Saudi Arabia20 reviews5 helpful votes8.0“Excellent location and spacious flat.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The housekeeping was not efficient ,our flat was not cleaned for 2 days and the toileteries were nof enough for 3 adults.
The flat was spacious, clean well equipped with excellent location.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Kerrie
Australia112 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The carpet in the bathroom was old
Great location
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Julie
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0“Brilliant, beautiful Edinburgh with the perfect place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Good location super apartment with loads of facilities, clean, comfy bed
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Sravanti
Sweden22 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Good Location”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The apartment was spacious, and the location was perfect. All the sites were walkable from the apartment.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Susanne
United Kingdom4 reviews8.0“would definitely stay there again”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
staff at the reception was very friendly, but not helpful when I had issues with my credit card. had to figure out the solution myself
centrally located, big studio, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, wifi worked well, tesco express right around the corner
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Ian
Canada5 reviews9.0“A fairly efficient, affordable place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
At the bottom of the hill, so a lot of trekking uphill. Power couldn’t hand the converter that we use elsewhere in the Uk.
Fairly conveniently located, except it’s at the bottom of the Royal mile. A bus stop right at the end of the adjacent close. A Tesco express a few steps away. A fair size with a fair amount of equipment. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Hannah
United Kingdom17 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Excellent staff, spacious quiet rooms”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I was a bit unsure about the unprotected luggage storage option (a cupboard) outwith the staff area where you sign a disclaimer to use it, meaning I had to take more luggage with me because I couldn't risk leaving it in an area others could access without staff.
The staff were excellent, friendly and helpful. My room was spacious, comfortable, and quiet. The kitchen amenities in the room were great.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Bridget
Italy20 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Perfect Location and Comfortable Stay at Holyrood Hotel Our recent stay at Holyrood Hotel was nothing short of fantastic. The location couldn't have been more perfect, nestled in the heart of the city yet surprisingly serene. The apartment was spacious yet compact, providing ample room without feeling overwhelming. One of the highlights was the impeccable cleanliness and the array of necessary comforts, including a convenient washing machine with a dryer—perfect for longer stays. Despite its proximity to the center, noise was never an issue, allowing for a peaceful night's rest. As an Outlander fan, walking through Bakehouse Close to reach the hotel was an absolute delight, adding a touch of charm to our daily commute. The staff were exceptionally nice and helpful, always ready to assist with any inquiries or recommendations. Overall, our experience at Holyrood Hotel was truly delightful, and we're already planning our return in the near future. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a comfortable and convenient stay in Edinburgh.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Maulana
United Kingdom2 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Very good”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The AC needs a new unit, the interior feels old, and the hallway didn’t have a heater (pretty cold in footings).
Good location, well equipped with anything you need in a studio room.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Narelle
Australia8 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The shower was very small & not great water pressure
Great location & spotlessly clean
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Edward
Ireland2 reviews7.0“Loved the location as it was not right in the centre but close enough. Good pubs and restaurants locally too. Room was g”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No coat or towel hangers
Modern, clean, room of good size
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Finola
Ireland7 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Could do with a refresh of paint but otherwise good.
Great location. Easy access & staff very helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
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