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Moored in the Lochrin Basin, within a short walk from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, The Four Sisters Boatel is a four star, luxury, self-catering houseboat. The accommodation includes free WiFi access and stylish bedrooms.

If you want to stay in somewhere a little different, the wee sisters boatel has it. Location a few streets from main attractions with excellent facilities, clean, warm, little extra comforts, self catering.

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8.9
Fabulous
183 reviews
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€ 586
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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Boat accommodation that guests love in Edinburgh

  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    Being on a boat the room was not huge. However, the en suite shower room was great. There was a great choice at the buffet breakfast. To cap it all the staff are very good. The location is very convenient for a number of restaurants and transport into Edinburgh city centre.
    Jeff
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    The location was well placed for us, and it was easy to jump on the main tram. I cannot emphasize this enough. We should have stayed more nights. For the same price as some central accomodations you get to sleep on a boat. Cleanliness was top notch, and everything on the ship was well put together and design wise spoke to each other. Staff was extremely friendly. The breakfast area is beautiful. The bathroom looks amazing. You will not see such tiling in real buildings.
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 183 reviews
    Loved staying on a houseboat - a first for us! It was very comfortable, well equipped and in a great location.
    Colette
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    Loved the concept of the hotel boat, it was clean , well presented , comfortable and the staff were really friendly.
    George
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 183 reviews
    First time on a houseboat so new experience, great location, breakfast basket was good, comfortable beds.
    Roland
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    We had a Queen room which was quite compact but the space was well utilised providing outstanding comfort. The boat was o a great location; 10min walk to Royal Yacht Britannia and only a short bus ride into Edinburgh city centre.
    Paul
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Quirky hotel boat. Beautiful rooms. Spotlessly clean. Amazing comfy beds!! Continental breakfast was excellent with a wide range of foods. Great area with plenty restaurants to choose from.
    Morag
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    I felt deceived, not saying this is "boat hotel " Very small narrow rooms with incline... The sink was so small... Breakfast so uncomfortable to have because of the incline Not recommend, beware!!
    Gali Simhony
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 388.43
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,293 reviews
    Beautifully restored Art Deco styled boat hotel.
    Catherine
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 183 reviews
    Great location, great facilities. Loved the house boat.
    Judith Grehan
    Family with young children