Name: Rabble
Address: 55A Frederick Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB
Price range: US$202–US$502 per night
Rating: 8.65

What guests think

Rabble draws praise for its exceptionally friendly, helpful team, a walkable city-centre location, and a lively on-site bar and restaurant, while some guests report night-time noise from the street or venue areas and occasional comfort trade-offs.

Rooms are modern and well equipped, with several guests noting generous space and thoughtful amenities, though a few mention smaller layouts or less comfortable mattresses. Breakfast and other meals earn frequent praise for quality, and the cocktail bar stands out. Cleanliness is generally good, but housekeeping and ventilation feel average in places, and access involves stairs with no lift. Good choice for a short city break.

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Facilities

On-site bar and restaurant are a strong feature and create a lively atmosphere. Multiple reviews note there is no lift and several stairs, with access through the bar and restaurant, which may challenge guests with mobility needs.

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8

Sofía

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The atmosphere of the hotel was excellent, the restaurant and bar had very good food options. There was no lift and there was no extractor in the bathroom, so the room felt quite humid.

8

Alison

1 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and dining in the restaurant.

10

Lindsey

14 Sept 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The restaurant in the hotel was phenomenal! Every meal I ate here was delicious. It is walking distance from shopping, historical sites, and I loved the overall vibe. I will definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone coming to Edinburgh.

6

Alice

31 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,356 nights

Beautiful hotel but could not sleep either night due to noise coming from downstairs when looked out window staff throwing bottles in bin and loud chats having a smoke at silly time of the morning

10

Scott j crowe

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Good staff, well appointed rooms. Bar & restaurant downstairs were good fun

10

Henriette

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, nice and comfortable rooms. The restaurant and bar gets very busy and loud at night, but as soon as you go upstairs to the rooms you can't hear anything

8

JANICE

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

For what was effectively a room above a pub, what it lacked in finesse it more than made up for with the following: big fluffy white towels, hairdryer straighteners, big bed & coffee machine. Well stocked fridge, if required

8

Leanne

20 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Very quirky entrance and you go through the restaurant and bar to get to the hotel rooms, which felt a little strange but super friendly staff. Corridors and stairwells felt a bit too dark and smelt a bit damp but room was nicely equipped and clean enough. Floor was very uneven and creaky and upstairs above us was very loud, you could hear every footstep. We were room 7. Breakfast was really nice and overall we would recommend as the price was very good and location was only 15 mins walk to the main streets and Waverley train station.

10

Patricia

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic helpful staff, amazing cocktail menu, beautiful decor, comfy bed and well appointed room. Not for anyone with mobility issues due to steps and no lift.

10

VERA

12 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quirky hotel. The rooms were really good with a lot of amenities. The only thing that let us down was the music in the bar area. Was to loud to have a proper conversation with someone.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are generally clean, but some guests found housekeeping only average and noted damp smells or humidity in areas.

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10

Siobhan

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

One night stay for a rugby match. Clean comfortable , lots of extras in the room. Great breakfast

8

Sofía

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The atmosphere of the hotel was excellent, the restaurant and bar had very good food options. There was no lift and there was no extractor in the bathroom, so the room felt quite humid.

8

Hannes

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

We spent five nights at the Hotel Rabble. Basically, the background noise (especially the filling and emptying of glass and garbage containers late at night and early in the morning) on the side street to which all windows face was very loud, so it was not possible to sleep well. Unfortunately, this is also due to the fact that the windows were not well isolated. The cleaning of the rooms was also only average, even though the rooms were modern and generously furnished. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the à la carte-breakfast was also delicious. The location of the hotel is absolutely great and all the sights were within walking distance and easily accessible by public transportation.

10

Carole

22 Nov 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Rabble is a really conveniently positioned accommodation. Rooms were clean, comfy beds, everything needed. We chose the vege breakfast, all very nice apart from the vege haggis, have had better. Staff all friendly and helpful.

8

Leanne

20 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Very quirky entrance and you go through the restaurant and bar to get to the hotel rooms, which felt a little strange but super friendly staff. Corridors and stairwells felt a bit too dark and smelt a bit damp but room was nicely equipped and clean enough. Floor was very uneven and creaky and upstairs above us was very loud, you could hear every footstep. We were room 7. Breakfast was really nice and overall we would recommend as the price was very good and location was only 15 mins walk to the main streets and Waverley train station.

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Rooms

Modern, well-equipped rooms with several guests noting comfort and some generous layouts; however, others report limited soundproofing, creaky floors, and occasional mattress discomfort.

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10

Kay

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely comfortable room with added bonus of GHD straightener's which is great touch. Very handy location. Would definitely stay here again.

10

Scott j crowe

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Good staff, well appointed rooms. Bar & restaurant downstairs were good fun

8

Diana

28 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really friendly staff who could not do enough for you. Only slight downside is the bed was not that comfortable. The mattress was uncomfortable. Sorry.

10

Emma

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great rooms, nice & quiet, amazing location

10

Henriette

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, nice and comfortable rooms. The restaurant and bar gets very busy and loud at night, but as soon as you go upstairs to the rooms you can't hear anything

4

Jack

29 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wasn’t very sound proof as you could here people talking in other rooms and the bed wasn’t the comfiest and was very squeaky

10

Mr A Wilson

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice rooms, friendly staff and in a great location

8

Leanne

20 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Very quirky entrance and you go through the restaurant and bar to get to the hotel rooms, which felt a little strange but super friendly staff. Corridors and stairwells felt a bit too dark and smelt a bit damp but room was nicely equipped and clean enough. Floor was very uneven and creaky and upstairs above us was very loud, you could hear every footstep. We were room 7. Breakfast was really nice and overall we would recommend as the price was very good and location was only 15 mins walk to the main streets and Waverley train station.

10

Lauren

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A great hotel in a walkable location! The room was also huge and well designed

10

Loretta

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was small but well equipped. Bed was very comfortable.

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Service

Service is consistently praised as friendly, attentive, and supportive, with staff often going the extra mile.

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10

Todd

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff. Good food, including breakfast. Highly recommended!

10

Natalie

23 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place to stay in a great location to bars, restaurants and shops. Staff were really friendly and accommodating and the breakfast was lovely.

10

Kevin

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely place and the staff very friendly. They thought of everything you need in the rooms

10

Geoffrey

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

During my stay I sustained an injury breaking three ribs! The staff were most concerned and helped me throughout a painful ordeal. I would like to thank each and everyone from the General Manger down for the support provided. What a superb team. Thank you.

10

Scott j crowe

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Good staff, well appointed rooms. Bar & restaurant downstairs were good fun

10

John

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and polite

10

Eva

19 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Quirky, but wonderful. The staff went the extra mile! Great breakfast and lunch.

10

Colm

27 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great friendly service

10

chris

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really great staff

10

TOBY

28 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were all extremely friendly welcoming and efficient (especially Kirsty). Bed v comfy and breakfast was lush!

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Location

Consistently described as central and walkable, close to shops, restaurants, major sights, and public transport.

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10

Kay

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely comfortable room with added bonus of GHD straightener's which is great touch. Very handy location. Would definitely stay here again.

10

Todd

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff. Good food, including breakfast. Highly recommended!

8

Hannes

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

We spent five nights at the Hotel Rabble. Basically, the background noise (especially the filling and emptying of glass and garbage containers late at night and early in the morning) on the side street to which all windows face was very loud, so it was not possible to sleep well. Unfortunately, this is also due to the fact that the windows were not well isolated. The cleaning of the rooms was also only average, even though the rooms were modern and generously furnished. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the à la carte-breakfast was also delicious. The location of the hotel is absolutely great and all the sights were within walking distance and easily accessible by public transportation.

10

Sandra

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel very close to city centre. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent.

10

Kelly

18 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, walking distance to all visit areas. Highly recommended

10

Natalie

23 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place to stay in a great location to bars, restaurants and shops. Staff were really friendly and accommodating and the breakfast was lovely.

10

Emma

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great rooms, nice & quiet, amazing location

10

Mr A Wilson

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice rooms, friendly staff and in a great location

10

Lauren

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A great hotel in a walkable location! The room was also huge and well designed

10

Gerry

8 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy access to shopping and dining

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Dining

Breakfast and other meals receive strong praise for quality, and many enjoy the cocktails and overall restaurant experience. Some mention the bar area can be loud or very busy.

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10

Siobhan

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

One night stay for a rugby match. Clean comfortable , lots of extras in the room. Great breakfast

10

Todd

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff. Good food, including breakfast. Highly recommended!

8

Sofía

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The atmosphere of the hotel was excellent, the restaurant and bar had very good food options. There was no lift and there was no extractor in the bathroom, so the room felt quite humid.

10

Natalie

23 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place to stay in a great location to bars, restaurants and shops. Staff were really friendly and accommodating and the breakfast was lovely.

10

Lindsey

14 Sept 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The restaurant in the hotel was phenomenal! Every meal I ate here was delicious. It is walking distance from shopping, historical sites, and I loved the overall vibe. I will definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone coming to Edinburgh.

10

Scott j crowe

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Good staff, well appointed rooms. Bar & restaurant downstairs were good fun

10

Eva

19 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Quirky, but wonderful. The staff went the extra mile! Great breakfast and lunch.

10

Henriette

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, nice and comfortable rooms. The restaurant and bar gets very busy and loud at night, but as soon as you go upstairs to the rooms you can't hear anything

10

Patricia

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic helpful staff, amazing cocktail menu, beautiful decor, comfy bed and well appointed room. Not for anyone with mobility issues due to steps and no lift.

10

VERA

12 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quirky hotel. The rooms were really good with a lot of amenities. The only thing that let us down was the music in the bar area. Was to loud to have a proper conversation with someone.

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Month	Average price
January	US$128
February	US$136
March	US$138
April	US$212
May	US$288
June	US$304
July	US$300
August	US$303
September	US$258
October	US$213
November	US$199
December	US$222

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5 $415
6 $279	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $304	15	16	17 $362	18 $502	19 $501
20 $347	21	22	23	24 $380	25	26 $442
27 $295	28	29	30 $266

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21	22	23 $324	24
25 $236	26 $202	27	28 $288	29 $241	30 $288	31 $323

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