233 Cowgate, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1JQ, United Kingdom
#61 of 170 hotels in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1186 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.4
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 19 May 2024
Samantha
United StatesThey should let you know a little better how small and how dark the rooms actually are. The shower is just not it at all.
It was a fun little spot with a super friendly staff. Food was decent
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Oleander
United KingdomBreakfast was good but the options were somewhat limited. The toilet seat in the bathroom was broken.
Such an amazing place to stay. This isn't just a hotel, this is an experience. Felt like a celebrity the whole time. Room is superb. All the decor is so quirky.. Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. And location is ideal just 5 mins walk off the royal mile.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Zubinmaster
SingaporeThe room is reaaaally small and reallly dark. No windows.
This is probably one of the more unique and bizarre places I've stayed at. Everything is very well and expertly designed. Dark velvet and wood panel walls. Very well concealed and designed panels for the TV, coffee makers, cabinets, etc. Really nice switches, fittings, etc. Really great design all around. The layout looks like it used to be a brothel or something in the old days, which has been converted into a super chique boutique hotel. Even the lobby area and bar is very cool and nicely designed. The room is really small but I just slept the night there and was out the entire day so it didn't matter too much.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Paul
United KingdomThe rooms could have had better lighting
Breakfast not on offer
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Derek
United KingdomReally small room, very little room for luggage and hanging or shelf space for any of our belongings.
Overall ambience was good, staff very helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Deklyn
United KingdomThe room was run down. The bathroom seemed to be in a state of disrepair / remodel. That did not fit with the feel of the room. Bath tap was broken as were lights beside the bath. Bath lighting had a switch, but didn’t do anything. Did ask staff how to switch lights on and was told that they are there for “effect”. Pretty sure they were just broken.
Very good atmosphere, staff were very attentive.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Alan
United KingdomWe had an issue with the room late at night but was rectified by night staff immediately
Staff were excellent and the wee touches make it quirky and special
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Bordin
United KingdomSmall room, no windows, quite pricey
Central location, the staff was super welcoming
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Kim
United KingdomThe big cushions in the room were pretty dirty looking.. I just hid them. Room service took 45 minutes.
Super comfy bed. Really quiet. Delicious chocolates. Was fun ordering a cocktail from bed. Really luxurious feeling. Excellent location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Julie
United KingdomDecor and location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Nicola
United KingdomWhile our room was lovely, it was simply too hot to be able to sleep. We had the air con as low as it would go but we did not get a good sleep as it was just too stuffy.
The hotel was lovely and staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Malcolm
United KingdomWe booked a Cabin room - it was small, but perfectly adequate for a short stay.
Unique vibe in an excellent location for a short stay in Edinburgh. Great value for money. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Gurpreet
United KingdomThe fine details put into making it a special stay and remind of the brand "house of gods". I.e. the branded prosecco and chocolates and cards and the room service etc. Staff were very friendly
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Courtney
United KingdomI found the room to be a little dark
The theming was on point. It’s beautiful. I didn’t get the chance to use it but the milk and cookies option was an amazing touch, very unique!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Laura
United KingdomHow dark the whole hotel was. Makes it feel a bit grubby. Totally get that the darkness of the rooms is part of the theme and it is nice but there needs to be an option to put more lighting on when needed. Didn't like that there was no real window.
Staff were amazing and the breakfast basket/milk and cookies is a lovely touch. Really quick service and reasonable bar.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Tori
United KingdomI knew the room was going to be smaller but I didn't like sleeping against the wall. Plus the mattress wasn't the best, kept feeling like I rolled into the middle. I'd opt for the bigger room next time.
Atmosphere in the room is like no other hotel I have stayed in. Perfect couples escape. The bar area is lovely for a few cocktails too. Location is perfect for exploring central Edinburgh.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
David
United KingdomThe staff were nice....but cocktails in room failed to appear despite chasing and being promised on their way. Eventually had to go down to the bar for them. Breakfast order was wrong and came an hour earlier than requested. Rooms are incredibly small
The room decor was amazing, it's a good location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Carrie
United KingdomHair dryer was poor, pillows were hard and room very small. Lot of money for what you get
Staff were amazing
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Robbie
United KingdomRoom was smaller than I thought
Friendly staff, excellent drinks, made feel like a rockstar from start to finish. Prosecco on arrival. Breakfast in bed is awesome 👌
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Eric
United KingdomExpensive
Quirky Ness of it!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Laura
United KingdomThe bathroom smelled musty and definitely wasn’t plus size friendly. You could see the damp and mould between the door and the glass panel on the bathroom door; absolutely awful – I didn’t shower because of the whole wet room setup. Definitely bring your flipflops to avoid getting your feet wet if you have to use the bathroom post-shower. Noisy vents kept me up half the night; I eventually had to smother the one next to the bed with a throw pillow. The lack of windows wore a bit thin after one night; wouldn’t stay for more than a single night due to this. Also, there’s no kettle in the room, just a coffee machine that you have to run several times to get rid of coffee residue if you just want water for your tea. Not only that but it’s difficult to fill up the water container at the bathroom sink because the sink is so small; and it’s a bit of a hazard having the coffee machine perched on a narrow shelf up above light switches and plug sockets - beware of that.
The level of service is incredible. Staff are so attentive. And being able to contact them via WhatsApp is so convenient. All the little perks like breakfast, milk and cookies, and a glass of prosecco upon arrival were brilliant. Also, that was the comfiest bed I’ve ever slept in. The rooms may be small but there’s plenty of little spaces for your luggage, like the nook next to the fridge, at the foot of the bed, and below the bed. The decor is beautiful, and it’s super quiet (aside from the noisy vents).
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Gk
United KingdomIt's was really dark in the rooms. Xx
I loved the feeling of decadence.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Maxwell
United KingdomExcellent decor and cool attentive staff. Nothing to much trouble, and you can relax and enjoy the decadence of the room 😉
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Rachel
United KingdomThe room was quite small considering the price paid. I also found the room to be a bit stuffy as there are no windows.
the staff were wonderful and very attentive. The drinks were great and the room was very tidy. The heated bathroom floors were great too.
Stayed in January 2024
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