5 New Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH8 8BH, United Kingdom
#1 of 167 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1015 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 April 2024
Karen
United KingdomThat we couldn’t stay longer!
Loved the quirkiness of the hotel. The atrium which was for the sole use of guests was a lovely space. Breakfast was first class. Staff were very attentive!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Tom
BelgiumOnly reason why we didn’t give a 10 is that the air extraction in the room is working so exceptionally well that it tends to get a bit cold. The fancy Dyson solves this in a matter of minutes but it’s the only ‘negative’ point we can think of.
This is really a place where everything is just right, from the general atmosphere, to the people, the graphic and interior design, little attentions, humorous touches and central location. We really loved our stay here and enjoyed the nice food and great beers as well. Totally recommend.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Figen
United Kingdomjust WoW! Edinburgh was beautiful but also our hotel was amazing. It was all rainy during our holiday but no matters, BrewDog provided us with a wonderful Edinburgh experience with young and dynamic staff and wonderful concept. Thanks:))
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Steven
United KingdomQuiet location just off Royal Mile. Despite the bar being loud the rooms are sound insulated and we couldn’t hear any noise. Staff were helpful and friendly and food was really tasty. Rooms are fun and we loved the record player and Bluetooth speaker.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Julien
FranceThe shower is weak, there is no lift from the ground floor, the fridge was not topped up everyday, we had to ask for clean towels one day, there is no room service, only a mobile number to call, the common areas are quite dark, the lift is terribly slow and my wife got stuck inside.
Everything is great at this hotel. The breakfast is just amazing, the rooms are the best I ever saw or almost. I would love that every hotel was like this one.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Jenny
United StatesNot a single thing.
THE STAFF!!!!❤️ AND EVERYTHING ELSE!!! From beginning to end everyone was very welcoming, helpful, accommodating and friendly. This is by far the coolest hotel experience we've ever had! They thought of everything you might happen to need or want and had it all......including shower beer lol 😂.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Angela
United StatesNA
The staff was amazing, Mika and team greeted us and could not have been more helpful or knowledgeable about activities in Edinburgh. He even went as far as to try to help us book a Whiskey tour last minute as we were only in town for a short time. Every employee we interacted with a BrewDog could not have been more pleasant or more helpful. We will definitely return and highly recommend others to stay here. The room was great, and even included a kitchenette, which was wonderful for TRAVEL. Love the beer, fridge and snacks that were available for purchase in the room. And, we love the water and sweet treats that were free for a hotel guest in the common area. Great food at the restaurant and great atmosphere throughout the hotel. Location was an easy walk from the train station. I would highly recommend staying at the BrewDog House in Edinburgh.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Chris
United KingdomCan't fault it at all!
Breakfast was a highlight, different options were delicious. The location of the hotel is ideal, short walk from the station and just off the Royal Mile. Everything we needed was within a 10 minute walk.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Alex
United Statesthere was nothing we didn't like
very kind and welcoming staff, awesome room, great and spacious guest lounge with FREE CANDY!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
James
IrelandI really and honestly cannot think of anything I did not like. It has its own uniqueness which I would not want to change.
Staff were excellent. Food was really good. The room had some really lovely touches. Location was perfect for exploring Edinburgh. I really loved the emphasis on sustainability "free beer for not having towels replaced". Staying at this hotel was a really pleasurable experience. Would recommend to anyone visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Helen
United KingdomN/A
The rooms are cool. There is a lovely private bar for guests only which spills out into a private sofa area which is just great. Great food and the staff could not do more for us. The kids loved the free sweet jars/pick and mix. We will definitely return.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Philip
United KingdomNothing all good
Quite near to train station and staff really friendly and free pick and mix sweets plus free tea and coffee and water in lounge
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Rose
United KingdomThere wasn’t a plug where the dressing table was, so made getting ready difficult for a female specifically. The room was fairly dark too. The iron was rubbish.
The room was really cool, lots of detail to the decor. Could see the brand throughout the whole room. Breakfast was great and so was the service.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Wedge
United KingdomNothing
Friendly, clean, perfect location close to station
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Debbie
United KingdomNothing
Loved the room, and the attention to details.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Judith
United KingdomNothing
The bedroom/apartment was stunning. Did not want to leave.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Elisa
United KingdomThe shower was spotless but no water pressure whatsoever, more like a dribble 😂 but that's the only thing and it wouldn't put me off coming again.
Absolutely loved it. Best hotel room I've ever stayed in. The staff were fabulous, nothings too much. Comfy bed, the little touches like free pick and mix, coffee, the vinyl in the rooms 😍 and it was so quiet. I would a million percent stay here again ❤️
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Carl
United KingdomLocation and the modernness of the hotel along with bar and food options. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Jessica
United KingdomNot applicable 😊
Brilliant location, only a short walk from the train station and then onwards to other popular locations in the city. Brunch was fantastic, recommend very highly!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Emma
United KingdomOne little gripe, there are movement activated lights around the base of the bed and despite staying completely still, for some unknown reason they kept going on and off. We covered the sensors in the end, problem solved.
The staff were exceptionally friendly! The room was immaculate and very well equipped for all needs. On top of this, the communal lounge was fully stocked with games, water, coffee and complimentary sweets. Food is fantastic and room service is no extra to eating in the bar/restaurant area. The location is excellent, a stones throw from Waverly train station and the Royal mile.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Shaunie
United KingdomWe didn’t dislike anything, we were absolutely gutted we had to leave.
We absolutely loved everything. On arrival we were given two free drinks and were escorted up to our room and given a tour of all the amenities which were all done with impeccable detail. We can’t fault anything about it. The service was absolutely outstanding.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Richardson
United Kingdomthere are some minor maintenance issues. nothing that spoiled our visit but it would be better of they were dealt with
the warm welcome is much appreciated and the guest atrium is a lovely addition to the overall experience
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Lauren
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Jill
United KingdomNothing
Everything - food n beer choices excellent l Lovely room n free pick n mix. Will return
Stayed in March 2024
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