Edinburgh Thistle Guest House, Edinburgh
10 East Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8AA
Guest Rating: 
3.1 / 5
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About the hotel
Originally built in the 1890s, this charming Victorian house is centrally located within a mile and a half (ca 2.4 km) of Edinburgh’s major attractions, including the Castle and the Royal Mile.
Originally a sea merchants’ house, the Edinburgh Thistle Guest House now provides 8 recently refurbished rooms, available as single, double, twin and family. Start each morning of your stay with a delicious continental breakfast before heading out to discover all that Edinburgh has to offer.
Overlooking Leith Links, originally a golf course in the 15th century, the house is also close to the Royal Museum of Scotland and The Palace of Holyrood House. Furthermore, the Royal Yacht Britannia is berthed at Leith, which is only a 10 minute walk away, along with the finest fish restaurants and wine bars.
Non-smoking guest house with a modern decor and very reasonable prices. Helpful staff will try to accommodate all guests’ needs. Long-term guests are given a discount.
Hotel Facilities
General
- All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
- Family Rooms,
- Luggage Storage,
- Continental Breakfast,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Free Parking,
- Parking ,
- Pets Allowed,
- Gay Friendly,
- Heating.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 12:30 hours until 16:30 hours.
- You must check out by 10:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, 10 percent of all nights will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Internet
No internet access available.
Deposit
10 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Cards accepted at the hotel
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card.
Reserve online using
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card,
- American Express.
Important Information
Please be aware that payment is required on arrival. A 2.6% charge applies to all payements by credit/debit cards.
Pets are not permitted, except guide dogs.
Check in is between 11:30 am and 3:00 pm. Checkins after this time must be pre arranged in a email or via additional information on the booking form. If no pre arrangement is made and guests arrive after 3pm, the guest house has the right to cancel such bookings.
Room information
Choose from either an en suite or a standard room. All rooms are comfortable and have been recently refurbished.
Twin Room more info
This twin room has 2 single beds. Situated on the second floor, this warm room features crisp white linen and fluffy white towels.
Amenities:
- Bathroom,
- Toilet.
En Suite Double Room more info
Tastefully decorated double en suite room with crisp, white linen and fluffy towels.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Bathroom,
- Iron,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
En Suite Family Room (Sleeps 4) more info
Large family en suite room facing the famous Leith Links Park. The room has one double bed, 2 single beds and a coffee table. Newly redecorated, the room features crisp, white linen and large fluffy towels.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker.
Double Room on the 2nd Floor more info
The double room sleeps a maximum of 2 guests. In addition to the facilities already listed (see below), the recently refurbished room has a modern decor and a welcome tray.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer.
Single Room more info
Lovely single room with a shared bathroom.
Amenities:
- Radio,
- Shared Bathroom,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Ironing Facilities,
- TV,
- Hairdryer.
One-Bedroom Apartment more info
Guests should check in at 10 East Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8AA. Once they have completed registration they will be given keys and directions to their apartment. Guests can be taken by private car at a very small additional cost. The apartment is serviced and fresh linen and towels are provided once a week. Additional servicing can be arranged at an extra cost.
Amenities:
- DVD Player,
- Bathroom,
- Bathroom Amenities,
- Toilet,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Microwave,
- Radio,
- Bath,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Seating Area,
- Refrigerator,
- Satellite TV,
- Dishwasher,
- Iron,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Kitchen,
- Washing Machine.
Directions
We are 10 minutes by bus from central Edinburgh. From Princess Mall(train Station) a taxi will cost approx GBP 5. A bus 12 0r 25 will bring you yards from our door step costing approx 90pence per person travelling. For Airport arrivals, either a airport taxi or airport bus are readily available outside of the airport. Taxi can be an expensive option, however airport bus's are very reasonable. We are approx 30 mins from the airport.
Travelling from the South - A68 or A702
Travelling from the North - A9 then M90
Travelling from the East - A1
Travelling from the West - M8
Follow signs for "Leith" we are situated overlooking "Leith Links Park".
From city centre, Bus and Waverly train station - bus number 12 or 25.
From the airport you can take a taxi or the airport bus into the city centre, then a bus or taxi to Leith Links.
5 - 10 minutes from city centre to Leith Links by bus, car or taxi.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation