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Worth it!
Great Location (between new town & arthur seat, & only about a block & a half from old town)!!!...
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kat c traveler
- Jan 22, 2012
Great location.
Hotel in excellent location -we walked to everything. Room was clean and comfortable.
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Diane S
- Jan 12, 2012
4-star hotel near Waverley Station
The 4-star King James Hotel, near Princes Street and less than half a mile (0.7 km) from Waverley Station, offers easy access to Edinburgh's main shopping thoroughfare. Attractions include the Edinburgh Castle, Scottish Parliament, picturesque Old and New Towns, and Festival Theatre. Guests enjoy meals at two on-site venues, the Boston Bean bar or Craig's Restaurant.
King James by Thistle Rooms
- Standard Twin
- Standard Twin offers one twin bed with BT Openzone Wi-Fi, Coffee and Tea Making Facilities, Complimentary Toiletries, Direct Dial Telephone, Flat Screen LCD TV With Free View, Hairdryer, Iron & Ironing Board, Trouser Press and Work Desk.
- Standard Double
- Standard Double offers one double bed with BT Openzone Wi-Fi, Coffee and Tea Making Facilities, Complimentary Toiletries, Direct Dial Telephone, Flat Screen LCD TV With Free View, Hairdryer, Iron & Ironing Board, Trouser Press and Work Desk.
- Deluxe King
- Deluxe King offers one king bed with BT Openzone Wi-Fi, Coffee and Tea Making Facilities, Complimentary Toiletries, Direct Dial Telephone, Flat Screen LCD TV With Free View, Hairdryer, Iron & Ironing Board, Trouser Press and Work Desk.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Edinburgh.
- Nearby airports
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
- Area description
- The King James Hotel is located near Edinburgh's world-famous Princes Street, and a short walk from the historic Royal Mile.
Amenities
- 24 Hour Room Service
- Bar/Lounge
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Elevators
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Parking
- Ramp Access to Buildings
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Wheel Chair Access
- Wheelchair accessible elevators
- Wireless Internet
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (21)
Ratings and reviews for King James by Thistle
- All travelers (21) 4.2 / 5
- Couples (5) 3.6 / 5
- Families (3) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (1) 1 / 5
- Singles (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4.8
- Value:
- 4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
kat c traveler
Worth it!
Great Location (between new town & arthur seat, & only about a block & a half from old town)!!! Room was clean & pretty decent size (I have stayed in much smaller rooms all over Europe). Bathroom was average size for Europe standards. Safe, blow dryer, iron & ironing board located in room. I was shocked to see the elevators could fit more than one person & a bag. Room Service food was less than average but at least edible especially at 1am. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant was less than average. Convenient entrance to mall on the 3rd floor. Overall pretty good for price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Located between new town & arthur seat, & only about a block & a half from old town
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Diane S
Great location.
Hotel in excellent location -we walked to everything. Room was clean and comfortable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Wees
Probably Wouldn't Stay There Again
The location was very good but I didn't find the staff very friendly or helpful. The concierge didn't know where any of the restaurants were located. The shower dripped loudly and wouldn't turn off. There was no alarm clock, not enough towels or pillows.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Hotel was a short walk to most of the main attractions in Edinburgh. Close to Waverley train station, Princess Street, the Castle etc.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kaare
Friendly service, central location
Friendly service, central location just off Prince's Street.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
the traveller
close to everything
Staff not giving clear directions, so got lost trying to find the Royal Mile. No A/C in the rooms and they replaced the fan on our last day but the temperature wasn't too bad. The front desk staff were really not that helpful. We asked for suggestions to eat and they told us the hotel restaurant (???)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Edinburgh Castle is a short walk - but the lines are long so get there early. A tour may also save money because they combine tickets to the 2 castles (Holyrood) and different sites. Eating places close at 10pm in that area. Edinburgh festival starts in August and tea on the Royal Brittania is a nice experience and a short bus ride.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Traveler
GREAT LOCATION, VERY AFFORDABLE,
A short walk from the Royal Mile, shopping and the rail station. Make sure you try the breakfast. A great place to stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location in the heart of
Great location in the heart of Edinburgh. A nice bar/restaurant at the hotel where you could relax with a drink and nice meal.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Excellent and clean hotel in a
Excellent and clean hotel in a prime location!! The only one issue was the fact it says on their website "City centre locations often cause difficulties parking but The King James offers private on site car parking for 20 cars." - they fail to say this will cost you £15!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Wendy
Excellant location.
Excellant location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Stephen
Perfectly good hotel smack bang
Perfectly good hotel smack bang in the middle of Edinburgh. Would definately stay again at this price (£53)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
