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The Frederick House Hotel

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk, steps from George Street

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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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)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

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

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Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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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.
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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 - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fat Hippo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mussel Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Element - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Frederick House Hotel

Guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk, steps from George Street
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 securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets.
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
  • 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. 
  • 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.

National rating

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 Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Frederick House Hotel on Jan 21, 2026 start from $105.56, excluding 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 Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

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.

Does The Frederick House Hotel have a hot tub?

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.

Does The Frederick House Hotel have connecting rooms?

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, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Frederick House Hotel.

The Frederick House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 890 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

Passing by

It’s cold could use thicker blankets
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Great hotel

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

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, if you have a room at the front it is very noisy at the weekend due to a bar across the street
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfy. However, the bathtub was too high, making it inaccessible for one of us who has mobility issues. Also, there are steps coming into the property. This should be a consideration for others who use mobile devices.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very neat and clean. The staff were very helpful. The position of the hotel was in easy walking distance of many major shops and restaurant. Easy and affordable ride in a taxi from the train station. Will definitely revisit this hotel again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed. Clean and quiet hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Discount on restaurant across the street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haluk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Woman on evening shift was very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Norma

Disliked: Amenities
Comfortable bed and good bathroom but far too hot to sleep as no air con. I was given a tiny fan which wasn’t much use. No facilities such as restaurant, lounge and bar. Location good but not worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. Big windows, great architecture in the hotel and in a really accessible spot. They provided fans as well for the rooms which was great because it doesn't have AC and we went in July. Can be a bit noisy at night time but it quiets down around midnight. To be expected based on the location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deep

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Great location but generally unimpressed with the room for the cost. Beds moderately comfortable, bathroom very small with kids sized toilet. Just didn't compare to the hotel we had earlier in the trip in London for about the same cost. They do a nice job with what they have but again for the $$ I will probably look elsewhere. Reception staff very nice and accommodating. Offered to hold our bags at check out if we wanted to explore more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor, Bristol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location if you want to walk around Edinburgh. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable! The room was clean and very nice. The bathroom was also exactly what you want and need. If there was one thing constructive to say, the mattress was super hard and I found it uncomfortable But I would Absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice quiet hotel reasonably priced Beds too narrow
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor, Bristol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building! Location was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but comfortable. Really nice shower. Breakfast in the restaurant across the street was not worth the long wait.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025