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Grassmarket hotel

Property class: 4
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A historic building with multiple stories, a pub named 'Biddy Mulligans' on the ground floor, and 'The Grassmarket Hotel' across the street.
A restaurant with wooden walls, a large window with a view of the street, and seating arrangements including booths and tables.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall paneling, a wardrobe with open doors, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A man and a woman walking inside a hotel lobby with a wooden floor and a reception desk.
A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area, and directional arrows on the elevator doors.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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94-96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2JR
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬
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Room options

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A hotel room with a mural of a cityscape, a bed with white linens, a red lamp, and a door with a sign.

Comfy Twin or Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a cityscape mural, and a bedside lamp.

Comfy+ Triple

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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A modern bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror.

Comfy+ Quad

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall with a map.

Cosy Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 80 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with a blind, a bedside lamp, a red throw blanket, and a framed picture on the wall.

Small Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, Grassmarket hotel is adjacent to Grassmarket and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Royal Mile. This 42-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grassmarket hotel

Grassmarket hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 45-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Biddy Milligan

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Grassmarket hotel?

Grassmarket hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grassmarket hotel?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grassmarket hotel on Nov 8, 2026 start from $132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Grassmarket hotel?

This hotel is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Royal Mile and Grassmarket, and within a short walk of Edinburgh Castle. You'll also find Princes Street and George Street less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Grassmarket hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Grassmarket hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Grassmarket hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grassmarket hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Grassmarket hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar/lounge and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Grassmarket hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Grassmarket hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Grassmarket hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Biddy Milligan.

Will Grassmarket hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grassmarket hotel.

Does Grassmarket hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Grassmarket hotel?

The closest major airport to Grassmarket hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.7 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Grassmarket hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Grassmarket hotel.

Grassmarket hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable bed, very friendly staff, lovely bar and fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, friendly service, great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice facility and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was friendly and helpful, convenient location, close to dining and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room close to all of the attractions in the city. Room had all the amenities needed for a couple of days in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, great location, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What was unique about the hotel was that it was in the old town were everything was at which was amazing.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location . Big family room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel in the best location. Right at the bottom of Victoria street. Check in was great and the Staff was super helpful and friendly. Really enjoyed our two nights stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location in Old town right next to Victoria street and a few blocks from the Royal Mile. Very walkable with lots of good food options right outside the door!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, excellent service, great location, Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found the experience quite nice. Quirky little place, perfectly located at the bottom of Victoria Street. I highly recommend it !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cute hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The crew is really polite and the rooms are great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Convenient to many restaurants and pubs. The connection to Biddy Mulligan’s Pub was great. Super easy luggage storage at beginning and end of stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well located and charming. However, the rooms and the common areas are not kept very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the castle and the golden mile, friendly staff, nice rooms
Edinburgh Castle
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025