4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan, Edinburgh, EH9 1DU, United Kingdom
#30 of 170 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 944 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 October 2023
Arien
NetherlandsGreat location, wonderful rooms, good bar downstairs, excellent breakfast, very helpful staff all very comfortable. Left my EarPods, immediately an email they have found it and are sending it along to my house adres.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Leslie
CanadaThe room doors were so noisy when opened and closed but not really a huge problem. Also I think the desk mirror in the window of the single room should be removed so you can see out.
The food was amazing at breakfast and dinner Staff very friendly and helpful . I felt very well cared for and that is important when you are alone!!Mia at check in was very helpful and approachable. Thankyou for such a very pleasant stay
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Janine
AustraliaFriday and Saturday nights are noisy! The restaurant and bar downstairs go off and there’s a DJ, so loud bass and people laughing, talking and enjoying themselves can be heard into the wee hours of the morning. So if you’re there for these nights wear some earplugs!
The styling of this beautiful old property was beautiful. Our room had a gorgeous view of the gardens across the road through the huge bay windows. Beds were super comfortable and even though Edinburgh was cold, the room had 2 very efficient radiator heaters so warm and toasty. The shower had good pressure and the water was nice and hot. Lots of room in both the room and bathroom. Food in the restaurant/bar was delicious and value for money. Shout out to Taylor who helped us during the day with our small requests and Martin the night manager who went above and beyond, making us coffees at 5 in the morning, hauling our heavy bags down the stairs for us when we checked out and just being an all round top guy.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Rosideb
United KingdomClassy quirky & very good food… belly pork was superb
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Pippa
United KingdomN/A
Upgraded to a lovely room. Staff really helpful- particular thanks to the man that carried our extremely heavy suitcases to the room.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Alison
United KingdomGreat location and atmosphere
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Anne
United KingdomIt’s not that I didn’t like this. I was in room 205 which has a park view, there is space there for a table and 2 chairs. Only one chair in the room and I sat on a case. What’s the point of a park view if you can’t sit and enjoy it
The decor is gorgeous, has a good feel to it. Staff were great
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Robert
United StatesCharming boutique hotel, friendly staff, great onsite restaurant
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Peter
United KingdomAll of it
Just perfect
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Gillian
United KingdomWonderful hotel, great location, clean room, fab staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Rachel
United KingdomNothing negative!
Wonderful hotel and bar, fantastic location. Room was beautifully decorated and nice to be able to access the rooms via a side entrance rather than through main bar
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
Diane
United KingdomNo Lift
didn't have breakfasts but the bedrooms and evening meals were excellent
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
Randall
United KingdomA shower that didn’t work properly.
Everything except
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Waldron
United KingdomNothing.
The room was lovely. The location is amazing overlooking the park feeling calming. It is close to lots of great restaurants,coffee shops and quirky indecent shops. 15 mins walk from the Royal mile. The secret door to the hotel rooms is worth it alone.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Angela
United KingdomThe only thing wrong with our trip was that the hotel booked a taxi for us which didn’t turn up (which I am definitely not blaming the hotel for) so would rethink the taxi company you use.
The staff were very friendly & helpful and the property was clean & had great decor!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Vak0208
SwitzerlandVery nice staff, beautiful terrace, very spacious rooms, delicious breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Tricia
United KingdomIt is noisy at night as you will hear the noise from the bar
It was a nice boutique hotel
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Patricia
United KingdomNoise from fans outside my window. Needed more healthy options at dinner and breakfast.
Large bedroom. Excellent steak at dinner.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Shannon
ItalyThe tv had very limited service which seemed odd for the price of the hotel
Lovely place with great food
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Gladstone
United KingdomA little mix up with one of our rooms initially but the staff were excellent at rectifying the situation and made sure in every way that we had the most enjoyable stay with them for the two nights. Would definitely stay here again, the staff were all so friendly. The food in the restaurant was great too. We all enjoyed our trip
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Lora
United Statesno front desk
attractive decorations and eating/bar area. kind attentive staff and great location.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Nigel
United KingdomNo lift up to 210
The ambiance
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Yulin
NetherlandsThe hotel has a bar downstairs, where the music is quite loud, but it becomes quiet after 11 PM.
As an Asian traveler, I was unaware that most European hotels do not provide slippers, so I asked a staff member for a pair. The staff was very patient and managed to find me a pair. I later learned that it's uncommon for European hotels to offer slippers. Regardless, I have to give it 5 stars.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Hendy
United KingdomGreat design. Very comfortable.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 August 2023
Daniela
IrelandN/A
Stayed in August 2023
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