The Frederick House Hotel

Property class: 4

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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42 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1EX
  • Place, George Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin STANDARD

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, The Frederick House Hotel is adjacent to George Street and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Princes Street. This 44-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Andrew Square - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lowdown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Element - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Black Rose Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Frederick House Hotel

Guests staying at The Frederick House Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and ironing boards.

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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 cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1825
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Frederick House
Frederick House Edinburgh
Frederick House Hotel
Frederick House Hotel Edinburgh
Frederick Edinburgh
The Frederick House Edinburgh
The Frederick House Hotel Edinburgh
The Frederick House Hotel Guesthouse
The Frederick House Hotel Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Frederick House Hotel?

The Frederick House Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Frederick House Hotel?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Frederick House Hotel on Sep 27, 2026 start from $265, 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 is there to do close to The Frederick House Hotel?

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

Is there parking available at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does The Frederick House Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Frederick House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about The Frederick House Hotel?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a 24-hour front desk plus some accommodations include a kitchen and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Frederick House Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Frederick House Hotel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Frederick House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Frederick House Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Frederick House Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Frederick House Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.8 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Frederick House Hotel.

The Frederick House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 928 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel! It was in a convenient location and still economical with a great breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and efficient staff in a fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean and staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place, rooms spot on, location is great👌
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and staff was so kind and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People are so nice, helpful and sweet. We had the best time there. The room was nice, it was lovely to have a bathtub after a day of visiting the city. You have a lot of good restaurant around and it’s very close to the shopping center and to the old city. If we come back to Edinburgh we will come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yi Jie Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luggage storage available for us since we were there early and room was not ready. Manager at desk was friendly too. Location was walkable to Edinburgh Castle as well. Delicious brunch cafe across d street as well
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in every way, except don’t trust your GPS to find it. Search for “Rosa’s Thai”. The hotel entrance is right across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Great hotel

Great hotel, nice rooms and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night didn’t eat but good shower etc
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to explore both the old and new town of Edinburgh. Lots of shops and restaurants close by. Very walkable and safe. I'd recommend a room off the main street as it was a little noisy at night. This is not a fancy hotel, but is a good value. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovey hotel in great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel very nice great location staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
Great area, comfortable rooms wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was in a great location just off the main road that takes you down to the Scott Monument and beyond. I had a single room which was perfect for just me. The staff were really kind and polite and helpful also. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here. A nice walk to all of the major sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for a weekend watching rugby. Perfect location for the city and a quick uber to the stadium. Hotel was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything we needed for a few day stay. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect cozy place to stay near the city centre without being IN the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable overnight stay in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building! Location was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alyson

Staff were lovely and friendly. However the room on the fourth floor had a w
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026