5 Richmond Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH8 9ST,
Edinburgh
Rooms & Accommodations
The hotel offers 45 compact double rooms with contemporary designs. Each room includes top-of-the-range Elite mattresses, Freeview TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Newly fitted bathrooms feature drencher showers, fluffy towels, and Arran Aromatics toiletries. All rooms have en suite facilities, a wardrobe, and a desk.
Dining Options
A hearty full Scottish breakfast with continental buffet is served in Circa, the modern dining area and lounge. Guests can dine at nearby restaurants including The Mosque Kitchen (250 meters away) serving Indian, Asian, and Pakistani dishes, or The Auld Hoose which offers a large selection of beers and features Edinburgh's largest outdoor screen.
Location & Transportation
Located in Newington, an affluent residential area with Victorian architecture and independent shops. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Festival Theatre and 250 meters from The Mosque Kitchen. Princes Street, Waverley Rail Station, and the Royal Mile are within short walking distance. Edinburgh Castle is 16 minutes on foot, and the National Museum of Scotland is 6 minutes away.
Hotel Services
The hotel provides 24-hour reception, daily room servicing, and safety features including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and security systems. Pet amenities are available, and the property offers key card access. A modern fitness center is available on site for guest use.
Building History
Built in 1886, this historic building has hosted notable figures including Scotland's national poet Robert Burns. The property maintains its Victorian character while offering modern amenities throughout the guest rooms and common areas.
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General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Key card access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Dining
Restaurant
Room features
Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
5 Richmond Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH8 9ST,
Edinburgh
Map view
5 Richmond Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
EH8 9ST,
Edinburgh
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
4400 ft
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
1.3
mi
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
4500 ft
Landmark
Royal Mile
3500 ft
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
4000 ft
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
2700 ft
Park
Princes Street Gardens
4300 ft
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
3900 ft
Landmark
Calton Hill
3500 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
2100 ft
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
2700 ft
Monument
Scott Monument
3900 ft
Landmark
Nelson Monument
4700 ft
Museum
The Writers' Museum
3400 ft
Museum
Gladstone's Land
3300 ft
Museum
Dynamic Earth
3500 ft
Museum
John Knox House
2100 ft
Landmark
Brass Rubbing Centre
2200 ft
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
2300 ft
Landmark
Princes Street
5100 ft
Park
Holyrood Park
1.4
mi
Gallery
City Art Centre
2700 ft
Square
Grassmarket
3700 ft
Landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
3900 ft
Public Building
The Scottish Parliament
3900 ft
Museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland
1.1
mi
Nearby
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1600 ft
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museums
800 ft
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1900 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
1300 ft
Restaurants
The Mosque Kitchen
600 ft
31-33 Nicolson Square
The City Restaurant
800 ft
35 Nicolson Street
Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch
500 ft
65 Pleasance
KFC
500 ft
7 South St. Andrew Street
Kebab Mahal
700 ft
7 Nicolson Square
The Southsider Pub
500 ft
3-7 West Richmond Street
Pizza Posto
900 ft
16 Nicolson Street
Red Fort
800 ft
10 Drummond Street
The Black Medicine Coffee Co
900 ft
2 Nicolson Street
Babelon Cafe
800 ft
26 Nicolson Street
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
78%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Great service
Convenient location
Room cleanliness
Noise disturbance
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.8
Location
8.6
Service
9.0
Dining
7.4
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 5 reviews
8.2
8.2/10 based on 2899 reviews
George
United States,
December
2023
8.6/10
I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The rooms were compact but spotlessly clean, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The service was exceptional, with the staff being ever so helpful. The location was fantastic, despite needing some walking, and the dining experience was wonderful. The facilities were great overall with everything I needed during my stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were compact but spotlessly clean with a comfortable bed and crisp linens.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful and attentive throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The location was fantastic, close to the city center despite requiring some walking.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was wonderful, especially with the delicious options available.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were tidy and comfy, meeting my needs during the stay.
Mike
United States,
December
2023
7.8/10
As a solo traveler, the hotel was perfect for me. The rooms were clean and modern with plenty of plugs and everything I needed, although the noise from the cobblestone road outside with loud passing cars could be bothersome. The staff were very helpful and issued me with maps and information I requested, making my stay enjoyable. The location was very good, within a short walk to all main attractions and the old city center, despite some confusion with Google Maps. The dining experience was very good and classy, with a cozy room and friendly professional staff, although breakfast was considered optional and a bit expensive for my preferences.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spotlessly clean, and the modern design was convenient for a solo traveler like me.
Service
9.0
The staff were excellent, very friendly, welcoming, and always ready to assist with a pleasant American woman checking me in efficiently.
Location
8.0
The location was very good, less than 10 minutes walk to all main attractions and the old city center, even though there was a slight discrepancy with the mapping and images shown online.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was exceptional, with a great choice of fresh and made-to-order food, although the breakfast option was considered a bit overpriced for individual preferences.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good lighting and a well-designed desk for work but could improve on the breakfast pricing for value.
John
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were small and not as clean as expected, but they were comfortable. However, the noise disturbance was a major drawback. On the positive side, the service was top-notch and the location couldn't have been better for my needs.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms, unfortunately, were small and not as clean as I had hoped.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with a modern feel and outstanding breakfast quality.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect for my needs, with easy access to great dining options and close to the castle.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some dishes being overcooked but the cold buffet was good.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were adequate for our stay.
Great service
Room cleanliness
Linda
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.2/10
The hotel rooms are done to an excellent standard with tea and coffee making facilities, cloud-like beds, and an awesome shower, creating a nice and modern, slightly industrial ambiance. I had an unexpected charge this month, which was a bit inconvenient.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are nice and modern, a bit industrial, with tea and coffee making facilities, cloud-like beds, and an awesome shower.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and accommodating, especially the staff serving breakfast. They were super friendly, which is always a plus.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is really hard to beat, especially considering the price. It's quite good, about 20 minutes from both St Andrews station and Edinburgh castle, and 15 minutes from Waverley train station.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was exceptional, with fresh grapefruit and orange segments instead of the usual tinned options. However, there was no flexibility when changing a booking to a room that was less expensive, and breakfast was removed.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers pet amenities and good housekeeping services.
Stephen
United States,
June
2023
8.8/10
Despite the fact that many of the hotel's patrons, my wife and I included, evacuated into the cold rainy street to breakfast, the hotel was very warm the night we stayed, even with the window open. The rooms were very clean, and we would definitely book again.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean and warm even with the window open.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and cheery. They were able to hold our bags after check out, which was incredibly helpful.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, only a five-minute walk from the Festival Theatre and close to all main attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was really good with a nice variety of hot and cold food including Scottish specialties.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had pet amenities available and the dining was in a building located about 20m from the accommodation.
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