Name: Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Address: 1 Morrison Link, West End, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB
Price range: $116–$985 per night
Rating: 8.12

What guests think

Across many reviews, Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket is praised for its convenient Haymarket location and friendly staff, with comfortable rooms for the price, while feedback on breakfast, room features, and overall condition shows a mix of strengths and weaknesses.

Guests appreciate quick access to trams and trains and the option of onsite parking. Several note dated corridors and bathrooms, intermittent air conditioning or hot water, weak shower pressure, and noise from corridors or the street. Food experiences vary widely, from excellent breakfasts and decent dinners to lukewarm buffets, shortages, and slow service at busy times. Overall, it suits travellers seeking convenience over polish.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Facilities

Onsite parking is frequently praised as convenient and good value; a bar and restaurant are available. Reports mention slow or out-of-service lifts and mixed Wi-Fi and air conditioning performance.

Related guest reviews

10

Yvonne

Feb 25, 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Nice room. Perfect for the six nations rugby. 25 min walk to the ground. Private hotel parking to rear. £10 for 24 hours but they let us have it for free when checking out.

10

Peter

Oct 16, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Great to have onsite parking. Helpful reception desk staff. Great location to get to tourist destinations.

6

Benjamin

Nov 24, 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

The property is vast but in disrepair, the stairs to not take you anywhere and you are forced to use the lifts, there is only one lift working for alot of rooms so the wait can be 10-15 mins if it stops at your floor. The rooms are tired and not well kept, the heating did not work when it snowed and we arrived to a few sheets left on the toilet roll. The rest if the hotel has holes i. The walls and random cables hanging down, we were woken up daily by the slamming of doors and the cleaner talking loudly on their phone outside the doors… no please do not disturb here. Overall if you are paying a premium like we did dont bother its not for you. This makes travel lodge seem 5 stars

6

lynn

Oct 19, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Clean basic room, near Haymaket station. Parking £10 for 24 hours.

8

Sandra

Jun 7, 2024

·

Stayed 4 nights

The bathroom was really old and in pretty bad condition. Not at all what we expected for the price and for the category of the hotel. Also the elevator was really slow and old.

10

Julia

Aug 4, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here a few times at this point and chose it this time for ease of parking. There's a private lot in the back and it makes it very easy.

10

Monica

Jun 2, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Rooms were good, staff are all friendly, and parking is available within the city centre

8

Anne

Oct 8, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Staff helpful Room very brown Poor shower - cold and no pressure Breakfast ok Hotel is quite good location Wi-Fi not great

10

John

Mar 10, 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Good location with parking!

8

Neil

Oct 6, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Well located, moments from Haymarket Station and easy walk to Princes St etc also. Staff very welcoming and professional. Wifi good. Coffee good. Good 3 star hotel.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many found rooms clean, but corridors and carpets often look worn, and some guests reported poorly cleaned bathrooms or serious lapses. Housekeeping service and room refreshes were inconsistent.

Related guest reviews

6

Kaylene

Mar 23, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Staff lovely. Room was small, bathroom was cramped. Few marks and stains on the carpet, the door slams against the wall and its such a narrow entrance

6

Catherine

Aug 20, 2024

·

Stayed 4 nights

The state of this hotel is shocking- bleach-stained carpets, bottles for soap and shampoo caked with mould, just terrible.

10

Bethan

Mar 7, 2025

·

Stayed 4 nights

First time in Edinburgh staying with friends and the Hotel was great. Staff were very attentive and friendly, always someone on the desks or around the Hotel to speak to regarding queries. Room was spotless and beds were very comfy, would recommend this Hotel to anyone planning to visit Edinburgh.

2

Cameron

Jul 18, 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Horrified to find we were in a room with a carpet soak with raw sewage water, Despite having told reception on arrival of terrible smell in the room, the staff only investigated after a second complaint the morning after. They concluded there was a leak from the en-suite.

2

Mohamed Firaz

Feb 15, 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

Unclean bathrooms, sewage smell from bathrooms, rooms not cleaned until 4.00pm. Cleaners use the toilet sink to wash mugs and spoons. Sinks are cleaned using a towel. Rooms not vacuumed properly. Shabby and extremely dirty.

6

Elisabeth

Aug 26, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Looks a bit rundown, needs painting and could be a wee bit cleaner. Scuff marks throughout the hotel and in room. We went out for the day and only got replaced towels and they flattened out the bead spread. Nothing was cleaned, our pillows were just as we left them and bathroom had hair all over the floor. I mentioned it at the front desk and was informed we HAD TO PUT OUT THE MAKE UP ROOM SIGN. That is different from the US. My husband has been to other Leonardo hotels and raved about them, he was disappointed in this one.

10

Dani

Jun 2, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was super clean and everything we wanted for our weekend stay. We loved the food the hotel had to offer during all meal times and the staff was very friendly.

4

Martin

Dec 29, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

The property is a little run down now and lacks cleanliness across all areas. In terms of the room, the bathroom hadn’t been cleaned properly and bedding and towels were marked. The first morning I found dried food on my plate and a coffee mug that had a stain around the rim from whoever last drank from it. We had to check everything we used for cleanliness first which is poor. Food was very average. On a positive note the hotel staff were very polite throughout. For my first experience of this hotel chain, I would not,recommend or stay there again.

10

David

Jun 15, 2025

·

Stayed 4 nights

Very clean, welcoming, close to great food and the train station.

10

Sanjeev

Aug 27, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Lovely staff . Dirty corridors

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and often spacious, but several guests mention dated décor, weak shower pressure, and air conditioning issues. Noise from corridors or street-facing rooms affects some stays.

Related guest reviews

6

andrew

Feb 2, 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Tip do not stay ground floor street facing room. Buses pulling away from traffic lights and drunk people walking by until 1:30 am Ie room 1005. Ask for a rear facing room.

6

Keith

Sep 22, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Good value for Edinburgh. Aircon wasn't working hence rating.

10

Madison

Jul 19, 2025

·

Stayed 5 nights

The room was spacious, lots of storage, and modern.

8

Paul

Dec 30, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Firstly, still waiting for a response from Expedia. Booked a room for myself, my wife and 8 year old daughter. Hotel claimed I'd booked a double room and was left waiting for help from Expedia as the hotel were full. Hotel sorted it and waiting for Expedia response. Room still hadn't been serviced at 4pm. Window not soundproof yet tiny.. However, roo. Was decent size and clean, shame about the water pressure.

8

Yeo Dasheng

Oct 25, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Room was decently big. Bathroom feels dated and old, could do with a refurnish. We were assigned room on the ground floor that was located beside the street. It can get a tad noisy when cars drive by or when pedestrians stroll by.

8

Mia

Aug 22, 2023

·

Stayed 4 nights

It’s a lovey hotel but way too hot.

8

Michelle

Aug 16, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Stayed last year and liked it, so we chose it again this year. Breakfast is great and was included in our rate. Convenient for travel to/from the train station, airport or Old town. Our experience was better last year. This year, had some issues with the sofa bed, which was not comfortable at all. Gave feedback to the Deputy General Manager, who promised to investigate. Kris on the Reception desk was very helpful.

10

Diane

Aug 12, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The hotel is very convenient for Murrayfield and Haymarket train station. We had a triple room which was spacious, clean and very comfortable. The shower was great, too. We chose to have the buffet breakfast included in our stay. The food was tasty and really did set us up for the day. Would definitely stay again when visiting Edinburgh.

6

JOANNA

Sep 14, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

As we arrived early, our case was kept safe until our room was ready, and we went out for the afternoon. Checking in to the hotel later, we entered our room to find the netting had dirty marks on them and there was a dirty mark on the pillow case. The pillowcase was changed but there were no replacement nets. A different room was offered, but we were tired by this point so declined. There was a fridge in the room which was handy, and the bed was fairly comfortable. The TV had freeview channels, but disappointingly wasn't a smart TV so we weren't able to watch a film after a busy day - I would have expected a modern smart TV for the price. On the last night, and the following morning, the air-conditioning was not working, which was disappointing as when I rang reception, I was told it would be dealt with but it wasn't. The breakfast was satisfactory with some lovely pastries. I would have expected a better experience for the price, so I won't visit again.

6

Shafaq

Jul 25, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

1st impressions - it's a big busy hotel. The reception was not very welcoming when we entered.Didnt like the room decor. Didnt like the bathroom. Needed to manipulate air conditioning through the night. Toilet door was very noisy and you can hear other guests closing opening doors as its very loud. Not much quality sleep during our stay. Housekeeping was excellent. The staff are really good and very helpful! Always provided with xlean towels and room freshened every day after we left. It was very noisy the 1st night - staff responded to our complaints and ironed out issues. Beds are very comfortable. Fish n chips were excellent at the hotel restaurant! All in all its a good hotel and staff make an effort to make you comfortable! Had to pay an extra £10 as we needed late checkout. Nearby Black sheep cafe was nice, tram link near Haymarket station was easy to use.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, and several guests praised individual team members. However, check-in can be slow and some guests reported rude interactions or poor handling of issues.

Related guest reviews

10

Deborah

Oct 13, 2024

·

The staff at this hotel are exceptional. Their kindness and friendly nature are so wonderfyl to experience. The room was spotless and the beds are very comfy. Excellent stay!

10

Mike

Nov 6, 2023

·

Stayed 3 nights

Location is great. Maybe a 3-5 minute walk from the Haymarket tram stop. Staff was extremely friendly and very attentive and helpful.

10

Mickaela

Aug 27, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

My husband and I recently stayed at the Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket for two nights on our honeymoon, and we loved it! The parking was easy and convenient, as was the location of the hotel itself (right near lots of dining options, pharmacies, and walking distance from a lot of attractions). When we were checking in, we mentioned to the staff at the front desk that we were on our honeymoon, and they upgraded us to an executive suite, and gave us complimentary breakfast and two complimentary drinks at the bar! We did end up having a bit of a medical emergency while we were staying here, and the staff at the front desk were helpful in recommending a hospital we should go to, and in calling us a cab to get there. All in all, it was a great stay in a great location, with super friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend!

4

Viesturs

Aug 3, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Service levels and general attentiveness to fairly basic requests like fresh towels, baby cot, and similar was probably the worst we’ve experienced in years.

6

Claire

Jan 29, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

member of staff on reception incredibly rude

10

Zachary

Jun 16, 2024

·

Stayed 4 nights

I liked the Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket. I thought the location was good for a first time visitor who likes to wander the city to see both the main attraction and where people live. The hotel itself was great, the staff were amazing, and I felt quite at home during my stay.

4

Gordon

Feb 1, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Quick and efficient check in but our entire experience was spoiled by the fact that the room had no hot water. Unable to shower prior to our evening meal. Despite the assurance of both maintenance and reception staff that the boiler had been fixed we received no more than 1 hour of lukewarm water all evening before it became cold again. No hot water in the morning so mentioned it again to reception staff prior to our breakfast. Very disappointed to receive a nonchalant almost “shrug of the shoulders “ response from reception staff which is not what we have been used to at this Hotel over many years. Perhaps the new staff require a refresher course in customer service. Breakfast hot food unfortunately cold and alternative choices not of a particularly high quality. Departed hotel to attend a family lunch not having been able to have a shower. As visitors to the Leonardo many times over many years it has left us wondering whether the standards are slipping and of alternative options in the future.

10

David

Jan 8, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The hotel is really conveniently located close to Haymarket station and lots of cafes, shops and restaurants. Staff were really friendly, bath was comfy and bed was super comfy. Will definitely stay here again. Also offered a travel cot for our newborn baby. Thank you!

8

Dave

Sep 29, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Very slow check in, was queuing out the door but once to room was happy. Breakfast bit of a shambles. The guy checking your room number had a poor grasp on the English language meaning customers repeating themselves. Breakfast wasnt the hottest, the room had no direction with people collecting their items from all angles, always seemed to be short of something. Also for a hotel in the capital of Scotland wheres the haggis, the black pudding? I would not book Breakfast again.

4

Natasha

Sep 8, 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Horrible check-in experience. The check-in lady gave us keys to someone else’s room. I walk in to the that room to see 2 guys on the bed in compromising position and i ran out as fast as i could. I couldn’t believe what just happened. The people in the room immediately called front desk and i ran to the front desk as well. I cannot believe that even after all this, we never got any sort of compensation for our stay. ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!! They couldn’t even give us free breakfast as an apology. Worst customer service ever! And then the AC wasn’t working properly, but no one was there to help. Clearly zero helpers in the hotel. Would never stay here again or recommend it to anyone

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Location

Very convenient for Haymarket Station, trams, and walking to Princes Street or the Castle, with many restaurants nearby. A few felt it was a bit far from Old Town and noted construction or a less appealing immediate area.

Related guest reviews

10

Lucy

Jun 22, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Brilliant hotel located in a very useful location for transport and Murrayfield :)

10

Richard

Jul 27, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

A stones throw from Haymarket Station. A walkable distance from the centre of Edinburgh, nicely of the beaten track at the end of the day. Plenty of local bars, restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores in the immediate area.

10

Julie

Apr 11, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Great location, easy walk into the centre.

6

Haidee M

Jun 4, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

The hotel looks okay from the outside in the pictures, butcwhat you don't see: the huge construction site directly across the street from the front doors of the hotel, which many of the rooms overlook, or the disgusting, dirty parking lot that the rest of the rooms overlook. Nor do the pictures show all of the graffiti that covers many of the buildings surrounding it, and the empty storefronts and garbage floating around. This is not where you want to stay if you want to walk around at night. There is nothing cute, nice, or fun close. You have to walk for blocks. The place is very dirty. It looks like it was decorated by the same person who decorates Chinese buffets in America-tacky murals everywhere! Giant sheep staring at you in the shower. The front desk staff was nice. The breakfast was okay, but one of the coffee machines was broken, and they were constantly out of cups or plates. I would say if you're comfortable staying in a Motel 6, you're ok with this.

10

Lorraine

Feb 5, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

First time staying at this hotel. Good location very near to Haymarket tram stop so very convenient for travel into city centre. Nice area with pubs and restaurants nearby. Good size bedroom and bathroom and both very clean.

8

Gordon

Oct 27, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Lovely reception staff, very comfortable and spacious room. Only slightly spoiled by the rather petty and intransigent attitude of a bartender with regard to our complimentary drink in recognition of my wife and I being regular visitors.

8

Ann Marie

Aug 4, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Great location with walking distance to the centre and attractions

10

Etta

Jul 21, 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

Great location close enough to get to everything you could want to.

8

Tracey

May 28, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Close to transport link. Very easy to hop on tram to get around.

8

Neil

Oct 6, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Well located, moments from Haymarket Station and easy walk to Princes St etc also. Staff very welcoming and professional. Wifi good. Coffee good. Good 3 star hotel.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Dining

Breakfast and dining are inconsistent: some enjoyed tasty, varied options, while others found hot items lukewarm, replenishment slow, or service disorganized. Bar and room service can be limited, with occasional stock shortages.

Related guest reviews

2

MARTYN

Mar 29, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Very poor with regards to room service which was not available at 9.15 despite menu available until 9.30 and some items 24 hr. Very poor. Should be as stated on information

2

Robert

Oct 14, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was horrendous. At 9.15 it looked like the hot food was being shut down. Just about every tray was empty and was removed. No eggs, bacon, sausages, potatoes. There were queues of people waiting for them to be replenished but no one seemed to care. After speaking to a team member she called a manager and slowly they started to put small portions of food out. Not exaggerating when I say it was the worst hotel breakfast experience I have ever had.

8

Michael Anthony

Jun 21, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Lovely staff good location only issue was breakfast buffet cold both days

8

Geraldine

Sep 7, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located. Staff were helpful. Dinner at the restaurant was enjoyable.

6

Gaynor

Jan 21, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, bed comfortable but the bathroom was small and the toilet flush was broken. When using the shower, the water came out under the glass screen onto the floor. Could not control the air conditioning without contacting reception. We coukd hear other residents using their bathrooms constantly.Breakfast was included but the cooked breakfast was cold on both mornings. Staff did not regularly refill the eggs, bacon etc. Coffee was also luke warm. No draft beer at the bar as it had run out. Staff on reception were great. Staff in the restaurant were awful and most couldn't be bothered to speak or clear the tables.

4

William

Jul 5, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Bathroom in room had a smell the whole stay breakfast food was poor quality and evening meal on first night was average good parking in the centre of Edinburgh for only £10 per night room was comfortable and had good nights sleep staff were attentive and helpful. Witnessed other guests being rude to staff who were doing their best.

6

Garry

Mar 21, 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Room was great but not blackout curtains, clean & spacious. Unfortunately thr cooked breakfasts is a big let down, its always lukewarm or cold . Staff are very helpful and friendly.

8

Kimberley

Mar 9, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfortable room. Check in was fairly fast, a lot of people arriving at same time. Breakfast variety was good. Dinner on second night okay but service was slow and food average, served on cold plates. Good location to explore City

8

William

Oct 11, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Breakfast lukewarm throughout. Been before with better standard. Only fried eggs even though the menu at table states scrambled egg. No hash browns(again was stated on menus at tables)

8

Jeanette

Oct 12, 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable room, was a charge for breakfast. Had dinner whilst there for 2 night which wasnt great tho staff was very nice in restaurant. Easy 20 min walk into city centre

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Month	Average price
January	$115
February	$132
March	$154
April	$211
May	$274
June	$260
July	$286
August	$346
September	$266
October	$262
November	$180
December	$212

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4 $263	5 $352
6 $236	7 $269	8 $341	9 $318	10 $389	11 $346	12 $985
13 $327	14 $356	15 $459	16 $351	17 $355	18 $116	19 $385
20 $232	21 $285	22 $304	23 $652	24 $238	25 $335	26 $395
27 $193	28 $311	29 $246	30 $354

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $273	2 $270	3 $366
4 $203	5 $284	6 $257	7 $300	8 $343	9 $368	10 $269
11 $239	12 $266	13 $212	14 $273	15 $273	16 $297	17 $364
18 $188	19 $232	20 $234	21 $296	22 $209	23 $273	24 $366
25 $197	26 $245	27 $212	28 $257	29 $241	30 $258	31 $374

Select dates to see prices and availability

Monthly average prices

About this property

Location

Guest reviews

Very good

Who stays here?

What guests think

Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Good to know

Optional extras

FAQs about Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Have a question?

Considering this hotel for your Edinburgh trip?

Prices for upcoming dates