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The Valentine Townhouse Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian guesthouse in Edinburgh

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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19-21 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9NE
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, City View (4 Person)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite, City View (4 Person)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, City View

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (External Bathroom)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (External Bathroom)

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Tollcross, The Valentine Townhouse Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. Each of the 11 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse includes an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grassmarket - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 16 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cameo Picturehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Books N’ Cup - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Don't Tell Mama - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bennets Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bird - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Valentine Townhouse Hotel

Georgian guesthouse in Edinburgh
A local mainstay since 1813, The Valentine Townhouse Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles, hair dryers, and ironing boards are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1813
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Georgian architecture
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - May 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

The Valentine Townhouse Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

This guesthouse is situated in Tollcross within a short 17-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and also 11 minutes on foot from Grassmarket. You'll also find Princes Street and George Street less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does The Valentine Townhouse Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Valentine Townhouse Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some accommodations include garden views and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

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

Does The Valentine Townhouse Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Valentine Townhouse Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Valentine Townhouse Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Valentine Townhouse Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.6 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Valentine Townhouse Hotel.

The Valentine Townhouse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 96 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super friendly and helpful. The rooms were very clean and comfortable to stay I
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access and go in and out whilst in the city. The room was nice and spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is quaint and quiet. We had issue with the shower as the drain is barely working. we reported it to the staff and they tried to schedule a plumber but unfortunately it took longer and we left already. Staff are friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kjetil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely rooms at a great price

Very friendly and helpful staff, close to transport, and walking distanse to major sights. Lovely view of the back garden (with cute cats). Will absolutely try to book again on our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal for exploring. A fast walk to the castle and royal mile and bus stops a few feet from the door for any other exploring you may want to do. There are some great restaurants and a couple of groceries stores within a few hundred feet. The staff and the room itself were wonderful! Everything was very clean and everyone was so kind. We would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Colin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Like: good location and friendly service. Didn't like: room could be done up a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to stay in Edinburgh

I highly recommend this hotel. Location is perfect. Our room on the first floor was spacious, comfortable, clean. (Our family members staying on the top floor had a much smaller room, though.) Had a great view of the back garden and church steeple from the window. Very quiet considering you are in the middle of the city. Self check-in was easy. Staff was friendly and helpful. Wifi works great. No breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location

Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very welcoming, huge family room and great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice place to stay, a walking distance to the old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We left the property, it was dirty and the owner was rude
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good walking distance to Olde Town - fine for us. Monica and staff were always helpful. Breakfast was adequate with good timing. Room always clean - down side is it was quite small. But we managed and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to West Eng, good value for money, quiet, lovely view from room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in a prime location, just 10/15 minute walks into the main stripe. Staff we're very friendly and happy to help and the breakfast was mighty! What more could you ask for in accommodation!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Norma, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night's stay

We find this a lovely stay but am glad it was only for one night as the description said private bathroom but this was shared. We only went in that evening and went out to our night out right away and were back late. I woke up at 4 p.m. having to go to toilet but I had to wake my husband up as I could not get in. It was locked. I think we must have woken other people up too. Don't know why a toilet has to be locked when no-one is in. The breakfast was very good with plenty of choice but the coffee seemed very weak, almost watery really.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a great stay!

We had a brilliant time. The staff at the hotel are friendly, the hotel itself is lovely, and it's conveniently located. This is the second time we've stayed here and we definitely would again. Breakfast was great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Steve, Sylva NC

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing stay in dirty too small room

We booked this place for 3 adults. The room had barely room for the two beds so only one person could stand at a time. The shower was dirty, moldy, and did not drain. Hotel provided 3 tiny packets of shampoo on first day and nothing for next 2 days. The hotel was dated and dingy. Poor location and quite a walk to central Edinburgh. Not worth the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a 20 minute walk into town

All what you would expect from a b&b

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Close to everything in Edinburgh-staff was very helpful with directions around town, calling for a cab, answering questions. Lovely breakfast every morning! Thanks for a great visit!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities