Black Ivy
US$238
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$238
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Black Ivy average US$139 in the cheapest month (January) and US$355 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$139 |
| February | US$157 |
| March | US$192 |
| April | US$237 |
| May | US$296 |
| June | US$282 |
| July | US$301 |
| August | US$355 |
| September | US$302 |
| October | US$238 |
| November | US$186 |
| December | US$222 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$355)
Cheapest: January (~US$139)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.
Dining
Enjoy Modern European cuisine at Black Ivy, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 22 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Black Ivy Hotel in Edinburgh (Tollcross), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Grassmarket. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from George Street and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Royal Mile.
What's nearby
King's Theatre(0.3 Miles)
The Meadows(0.4 Miles)
University of Edinburgh(0.6 Miles)
Royal Lyceum Theatre(0.7 Miles)
Usher Hall(0.7 Miles)
Edinburgh International Conference Centre(0.8 Miles)
Grassmarket(0.8 Miles)
Princes Street Gardens(0.8 Miles)
George Square(0.9 Miles)
MacEwan Hall(0.9 Miles)
Johnnie Walker Princes Street(1 Miles)
Victoria Street(1 Miles)
Greyfriar's Bobby(1 Miles)
Greyfriars Kirk(1 Miles)
National Museum of Scotland(1 Miles)
The preferred airport for Black Ivy Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(7.8 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Housekeeping
Live music
Location
4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan, Marchmont, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
King's Theatre (0.3 Miles)
The Meadows (0.4 Miles)
University of Edinburgh (0.6 Miles)
Royal Lyceum Theatre (0.7 Miles)
Usher Hall (0.7 Miles)
Edinburgh International Conference Centre (0.8 Miles)
Room options
11
Cosy Double Room
1 Double Bed
139 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
11
Deluxe Double Or Twin Room, Park View
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
10
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
322 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
22
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Black Ivy
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 862 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
51%
Family
22%
Group
16%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Black Ivy, reviewers highlight friendly, attentive staff, stylish boutique decor, a lively bar and restaurant with tasty food and cocktails, and a convenient location by the Meadows that’s walkable to central sights, delivering comfortable, generally quiet rooms.
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At Black Ivy, reviewers highlight friendly, attentive staff, stylish boutique decor, a lively bar and restaurant with tasty food and cocktails, and a convenient location by the Meadows that’s walkable to central sights, delivering comfortable, generally quiet rooms.
Many appreciate park views and dog-friendly touches. However, recurring drawbacks include weekend or bar noise in some rooms, occasional small or very warm rooms due to limited ventilation and no AC, and accessibility challenges with stairs or limited lift coverage. Expect a stylish, sociable stay in a great neighbourhood if you choose your room carefully.
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Facilities
Lively bar, restaurant and terrace create a buzzing atmosphere, though the venue can be busy and noisy. A few reviews note on-street parking only and that stairs or limited lift access affect parts of the building.
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Barry
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
On street parking only at £4.10 an hour.
On street parking only at £4.10 an hour.
10
Audrey
17 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Our room was top shelf. We enjoyed hearty Scottish breakfasts. The terrace and bar summery feeling are worth the view; the selection of drinks, snacks and meals delicious! We simply loved our overall experience: relaxing but offering a night life too! ❤️ tried haggis for the first time and had seconds so ….👍👍👍. Easy walk to everywhere!
Our room was top shelf. We enjoyed hearty Scottish breakfasts. The terrace and bar summery feeling are worth the view; the selection of drinks, snacks and meals delicious! We simply loved our overall experience: relaxing but offering a night life too! ❤️ tried haggis for the first time and had seconds so ….👍👍👍. Easy walk to everywhere!
10
Steven
10 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,324 nights
Very beautifully decorated. Bathroom and shower were very good. Hotel bars and restaurants and bars were very busy and noisy. Music volume should be lower but patrons were enjoying the vibe. A real hang our for people. Everyone seemed to be having fun.
Very beautifully decorated. Bathroom and shower were very good. Hotel bars and restaurants and bars were very busy and noisy. Music volume should be lower but patrons were enjoying the vibe. A real hang our for people. Everyone seemed to be having fun.
6
Susan
9 Nov 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift. No clearly defined reception area. Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door. No way of adjusting room temperature in your room. Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror. To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift. No clearly defined reception area. Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door. No way of adjusting room temperature in your room. Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror. To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.
10
Tracey
27 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A hidden Gem great location lovely boutique hotel amazing service delicious food and great atmosphere . staff are very attentive excellent excelled our expectations great experience
A hidden Gem great location lovely boutique hotel amazing service delicious food and great atmosphere . staff are very attentive excellent excelled our expectations great experience
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Matthew
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, nice and lively chic bar area.
Great location, nice and lively chic bar area.
10
christine
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were visiting local friends. The hotel worked well and was perfect for our weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful. The rooms was quiet. The restaurant and dining area always super busy. Seems to be a very popular place.
We were visiting local friends. The hotel worked well and was perfect for our weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful. The rooms was quiet. The restaurant and dining area always super busy. Seems to be a very popular place.
10
Stephen
19 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Buzzy vibe downstairs, luxury quiet rooms upstairs
Buzzy vibe downstairs, luxury quiet rooms upstairs
10
Gareth
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
10
Phil
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are consistently described as clean, with several noting immaculate standards. One review reported a housekeeping miss.
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Lisa
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable, clean room. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Enjoyed my stay.
Comfortable, clean room. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Enjoyed my stay.
10
David
31 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really enjoyed our stay at Black Ivy. Beautiful inside and out and in great location. Probably the best breakfast I’ve ever had - all brought to you, even the drinks. Ordered porridge and it came freshly made with raspberries, blueberries and seeds. Perfect! The cooked breakfast was so good as well. Bedroom overlooked the park and was immaculate with an incredibly comfortable bed. Will definitely be back.
Really enjoyed our stay at Black Ivy. Beautiful inside and out and in great location. Probably the best breakfast I’ve ever had - all brought to you, even the drinks. Ordered porridge and it came freshly made with raspberries, blueberries and seeds. Perfect! The cooked breakfast was so good as well. Bedroom overlooked the park and was immaculate with an incredibly comfortable bed. Will definitely be back.
10
Pamela
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
10
Bridget
8 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Black Ivy was a wonderful choice to stay in Edinburgh. The staff were top notch and the food was delicious. The room was so clean and cosy. Plus, the atmosphere in the restaurant was so trendy! I loved hanging out there. The staff went out of the way to help me out whenever I needed something or had a question. Special shout out to Craig the manager!
Black Ivy was a wonderful choice to stay in Edinburgh. The staff were top notch and the food was delicious. The room was so clean and cosy. Plus, the atmosphere in the restaurant was so trendy! I loved hanging out there. The staff went out of the way to help me out whenever I needed something or had a question. Special shout out to Craig the manager!
10
Ozlem
12 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was up in Edinburgh for an exam. My room was quiet, minimal noise, dark at night. The bed (pillows and mattress) were perfect for me. I slept really well for the first time in months the night after my exam. It's stylish and clean. Had a wonderful stay, thank you. Also staff kibdly looked after my heavy suitcase and bag (full of books) after check out so I can get out and about without pulling heavy bags around.
I was up in Edinburgh for an exam. My room was quiet, minimal noise, dark at night. The bed (pillows and mattress) were perfect for me. I slept really well for the first time in months the night after my exam. It's stylish and clean. Had a wonderful stay, thank you. Also staff kibdly looked after my heavy suitcase and bag (full of books) after check out so I can get out and about without pulling heavy bags around.
6
Susan
9 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift. No clearly defined reception area. Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door. No way of adjusting room temperature in your room. Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror. To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift. No clearly defined reception area. Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door. No way of adjusting room temperature in your room. Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror. To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.
10
Grit
6 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
10
Elizabeth
10 Nov 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The Black Ivy was so cute! The restaurant is great and it’s nice to have breakfast in your hotel and the rooms are super clean. Staff were friendly and very helpful. The only thing I would say is that the hot water for the shower was not very hot (to be fair I like it basically the temp of the surface of the sun) but it was above warm at best. I liked the tea and cookie set up and the room decor <3
The Black Ivy was so cute! The restaurant is great and it’s nice to have breakfast in your hotel and the rooms are super clean. Staff were friendly and very helpful. The only thing I would say is that the hot water for the shower was not very hot (to be fair I like it basically the temp of the surface of the sun) but it was above warm at best. I liked the tea and cookie set up and the room decor <3
10
Angela
15 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was clean and cozy with high ceilings. The bar and restaurant below had fantastic food and drinks. At night, it is a lively seen filled with locals (though this did not disturb any early nights we had)
The room was clean and cozy with high ceilings. The bar and restaurant below had fantastic food and drinks. At night, it is a lively seen filled with locals (though this did not disturb any early nights we had)
10
Judith
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
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Rooms
Rooms are stylish and comfortable, with some offering attractive park views and others described as quiet with very comfortable beds. Downsides include occasional small layouts, heat or limited ventilation and no AC, plus noise from the bar or pipes, especially on weekend nights.
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Kemal
20 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Double Room information was misleading. The room was so small, there is no place to put my two small suitcases. I have to move some of the room furniture to outside. In order to reach so called Wardrobe, you have to walk through on the bed. Despite my complaint to staff, nothing happened. Room is not 13 sq m at all. You will have only 1sq m to move around, Do not book room 107. Your holiday will be ruin.
Double Room information was misleading. The room was so small, there is no place to put my two small suitcases. I have to move some of the room furniture to outside. In order to reach so called Wardrobe, you have to walk through on the bed. Despite my complaint to staff, nothing happened. Room is not 13 sq m at all. You will have only 1sq m to move around, Do not book room 107. Your holiday will be ruin.
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Rachel
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were cheerful and friendly. Room 211, top floor, was ok but *stifflingly hot* and sleeping was near impossible. To be fair it was during a very hot period in August which I realise may be unusual for Scotland but there was no air conditioning, the window only opened a few centimetres and the fan was all but useless. Altogether it was an expensive and uncomfortable night in a very small room.
The staff were cheerful and friendly. Room 211, top floor, was ok but *stifflingly hot* and sleeping was near impossible. To be fair it was during a very hot period in August which I realise may be unusual for Scotland but there was no air conditioning, the window only opened a few centimetres and the fan was all but useless. Altogether it was an expensive and uncomfortable night in a very small room.
10
Alison
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel room, spacious, bright, furnished with quality
Beautiful hotel room, spacious, bright, furnished with quality
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Deb
24 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Would have ranked higher. Loved the room. However if your not able bodied - there is a lot of stairs to get to room. Our room was also directly above the bar. Loud dance music on sat night and then the rest of the nights not as loud.
Would have ranked higher. Loved the room. However if your not able bodied - there is a lot of stairs to get to room. Our room was also directly above the bar. Loud dance music on sat night and then the rest of the nights not as loud.
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Nomfundo
20 Oct 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Hotel was great, rooms spacious and well decorated. Friendly staff and great food. The only issue was the creaky water pipes, which made a lot of noise at night. It did not ruin the stay but the hotel needs to look into this.
Hotel was great, rooms spacious and well decorated. Friendly staff and great food. The only issue was the creaky water pipes, which made a lot of noise at night. It did not ruin the stay but the hotel needs to look into this.
10
Ozlem
12 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
I was up in Edinburgh for an exam. My room was quiet, minimal noise, dark at night. The bed (pillows and mattress) were perfect for me. I slept really well for the first time in months the night after my exam. It's stylish and clean. Had a wonderful stay, thank you. Also staff kibdly looked after my heavy suitcase and bag (full of books) after check out so I can get out and about without pulling heavy bags around.
I was up in Edinburgh for an exam. My room was quiet, minimal noise, dark at night. The bed (pillows and mattress) were perfect for me. I slept really well for the first time in months the night after my exam. It's stylish and clean. Had a wonderful stay, thank you. Also staff kibdly looked after my heavy suitcase and bag (full of books) after check out so I can get out and about without pulling heavy bags around.
10
Grit
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
10
Douglas
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good property outside of madness but 15 minutes walk from Castle/Royal Mile. Not really a hotel a much as a good large restaurant bar with comfortable rooms. Kind of what we were looking for after 10 days of larger hotels with amenities we never used! Only problem we had was lack of AC. It wasn’ even that hotel but got a bit stuffy.
Good property outside of madness but 15 minutes walk from Castle/Royal Mile. Not really a hotel a much as a good large restaurant bar with comfortable rooms. Kind of what we were looking for after 10 days of larger hotels with amenities we never used! Only problem we had was lack of AC. It wasn’ even that hotel but got a bit stuffy.
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A
6 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were amazing, food was great, room was lovely but had a massive draft from the window. Hotel is very relaxed and not formal which is refreshing. A great stay.
Staff were amazing, food was great, room was lovely but had a massive draft from the window. Hotel is very relaxed and not formal which is refreshing. A great stay.
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Kelley
13 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here because my daughter's apartment was within walking distance. It was the perfect choice and a great location with shops all around. The restaurant has good food, and the staff is very friendly. Do not book the park view rooms on a Friday or Saturday night because the bar and outside terrace noise is loud until 11 p.m. The rooms in the back are much quieter.
I stayed here because my daughter's apartment was within walking distance. It was the perfect choice and a great location with shops all around. The restaurant has good food, and the staff is very friendly. Do not book the park view rooms on a Friday or Saturday night because the bar and outside terrace noise is loud until 11 p.m. The rooms in the back are much quieter.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming and helpful, with examples of accommodating early check-in and thoughtful assistance. A few guests reported issues such as a room downgrade or an unhelpful interaction at reception.
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Liz
14 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
10
Pamela
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
10
Clare
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, staff and service excellent
Lovely hotel, staff and service excellent
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Atul
29 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sadly the stay did not live up to expectation. Upon arrival I didn’t get the room I had pre- paid for and my room had been down graded and the reason given was this was because I’d booked as a solo occupancy. The room wasn’t fit for purpose and left me with a sleepless night. The hotel manager accepted this was a failing on the hotels part and as the hotel was full I was given very little alternatives. Breakfast this morning was equally poor by being served a cremated sausage sandwich. Sadly this showed there is clearly a lack of quality process before food leaves the kitchen or simply a lack of pride by the chef. On a positive note the front of house team were polite and very friendly. I had planned my stay to celebrate my 60th birthday and left me extremely disappointed
Sadly the stay did not live up to expectation. Upon arrival I didn’t get the room I had pre- paid for and my room had been down graded and the reason given was this was because I’d booked as a solo occupancy. The room wasn’t fit for purpose and left me with a sleepless night. The hotel manager accepted this was a failing on the hotels part and as the hotel was full I was given very little alternatives. Breakfast this morning was equally poor by being served a cremated sausage sandwich. Sadly this showed there is clearly a lack of quality process before food leaves the kitchen or simply a lack of pride by the chef. On a positive note the front of house team were polite and very friendly. I had planned my stay to celebrate my 60th birthday and left me extremely disappointed
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Susan
9 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift. No clearly defined reception area. Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door. No way of adjusting room temperature in your room. Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror. To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift. No clearly defined reception area. Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door. No way of adjusting room temperature in your room. Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror. To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.
10
ho cheung
6 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in. 5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in. 5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
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christine
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were visiting local friends. The hotel worked well and was perfect for our weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful. The rooms was quiet. The restaurant and dining area always super busy. Seems to be a very popular place.
We were visiting local friends. The hotel worked well and was perfect for our weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful. The rooms was quiet. The restaurant and dining area always super busy. Seems to be a very popular place.
10
Ximena
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located with amazing staff! Ben makes amazing cocktails and Domenic will hep you with any recommendations ( we meet him at breakfast (amazing restaurant food and service) We will come back for sure!
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located with amazing staff! Ben makes amazing cocktails and Domenic will hep you with any recommendations ( we meet him at breakfast (amazing restaurant food and service) We will come back for sure!
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Judith
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
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Fabiola
17 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
a super friendly staff! I forgot a camera, I called to ask and they told me that they already had it in safekeeping until I got back to the city (we left the hotel to make a trip to the highlands, they even kept our luggage safe) one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in!
a super friendly staff! I forgot a camera, I called to ask and they told me that they already had it in safekeeping until I got back to the city (we left the hotel to make a trip to the highlands, they even kept our luggage safe) one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in!
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Location
Convenient spot by the Meadows with shops nearby and easy walks or quick transport to central sights. Several liked being outside the busiest areas while still within walking distance.
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Chelsey
28 Feb 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Book this place! Now! Everything about it is fantastic, and the neighborhood is quite charming. Great restaurants, parks, and just a short walk to City Centre. Thank you, Black Ivy, for such a lovely stay.
Book this place! Now! Everything about it is fantastic, and the neighborhood is quite charming. Great restaurants, parks, and just a short walk to City Centre. Thank you, Black Ivy, for such a lovely stay.
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Colin
2 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
great base for Edinburgh
great base for Edinburgh
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Alan
1 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, very comfortable and staff friendly.
Great location, very comfortable and staff friendly.
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Audrey
17 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Our room was top shelf. We enjoyed hearty Scottish breakfasts. The terrace and bar summery feeling are worth the view; the selection of drinks, snacks and meals delicious! We simply loved our overall experience: relaxing but offering a night life too! ❤️ tried haggis for the first time and had seconds so ….👍👍👍. Easy walk to everywhere!
Our room was top shelf. We enjoyed hearty Scottish breakfasts. The terrace and bar summery feeling are worth the view; the selection of drinks, snacks and meals delicious! We simply loved our overall experience: relaxing but offering a night life too! ❤️ tried haggis for the first time and had seconds so ….👍👍👍. Easy walk to everywhere!
10
Grit
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
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Tracey
27 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A hidden Gem great location lovely boutique hotel amazing service delicious food and great atmosphere . staff are very attentive excellent excelled our expectations great experience
A hidden Gem great location lovely boutique hotel amazing service delicious food and great atmosphere . staff are very attentive excellent excelled our expectations great experience
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ho cheung
6 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in. 5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in. 5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
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Gareth
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
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Phil
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
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Douglas
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good property outside of madness but 15 minutes walk from Castle/Royal Mile. Not really a hotel a much as a good large restaurant bar with comfortable rooms. Kind of what we were looking for after 10 days of larger hotels with amenities we never used! Only problem we had was lack of AC. It wasn’ even that hotel but got a bit stuffy.
Good property outside of madness but 15 minutes walk from Castle/Royal Mile. Not really a hotel a much as a good large restaurant bar with comfortable rooms. Kind of what we were looking for after 10 days of larger hotels with amenities we never used! Only problem we had was lack of AC. It wasn’ even that hotel but got a bit stuffy.
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Dining
Food and drinks earn strong praise, from tasty breakfasts to excellent cocktails and consistently good restaurant meals; the venue is popular and can be busy. Occasional complaints appear, such as an overcooked breakfast.
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Anthony
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable bed and breakfast was delicious!!
Very comfortable bed and breakfast was delicious!!
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Liz
14 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
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David
31 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really enjoyed our stay at Black Ivy. Beautiful inside and out and in great location. Probably the best breakfast I’ve ever had - all brought to you, even the drinks. Ordered porridge and it came freshly made with raspberries, blueberries and seeds. Perfect! The cooked breakfast was so good as well. Bedroom overlooked the park and was immaculate with an incredibly comfortable bed. Will definitely be back.
Really enjoyed our stay at Black Ivy. Beautiful inside and out and in great location. Probably the best breakfast I’ve ever had - all brought to you, even the drinks. Ordered porridge and it came freshly made with raspberries, blueberries and seeds. Perfect! The cooked breakfast was so good as well. Bedroom overlooked the park and was immaculate with an incredibly comfortable bed. Will definitely be back.
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Audrey
17 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Our room was top shelf. We enjoyed hearty Scottish breakfasts. The terrace and bar summery feeling are worth the view; the selection of drinks, snacks and meals delicious! We simply loved our overall experience: relaxing but offering a night life too! ❤️ tried haggis for the first time and had seconds so ….👍👍👍. Easy walk to everywhere!
Our room was top shelf. We enjoyed hearty Scottish breakfasts. The terrace and bar summery feeling are worth the view; the selection of drinks, snacks and meals delicious! We simply loved our overall experience: relaxing but offering a night life too! ❤️ tried haggis for the first time and had seconds so ….👍👍👍. Easy walk to everywhere!
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Ann
10 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a beautiful room and so comfortable. The bed and linens were luxurious. I dined at the hotel 3 times and the food was delicious. I’ll go back again the first chance I get.
It was a beautiful room and so comfortable. The bed and linens were luxurious. I dined at the hotel 3 times and the food was delicious. I’ll go back again the first chance I get.
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Atul
29 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sadly the stay did not live up to expectation. Upon arrival I didn’t get the room I had pre- paid for and my room had been down graded and the reason given was this was because I’d booked as a solo occupancy. The room wasn’t fit for purpose and left me with a sleepless night. The hotel manager accepted this was a failing on the hotels part and as the hotel was full I was given very little alternatives. Breakfast this morning was equally poor by being served a cremated sausage sandwich. Sadly this showed there is clearly a lack of quality process before food leaves the kitchen or simply a lack of pride by the chef. On a positive note the front of house team were polite and very friendly. I had planned my stay to celebrate my 60th birthday and left me extremely disappointed
Sadly the stay did not live up to expectation. Upon arrival I didn’t get the room I had pre- paid for and my room had been down graded and the reason given was this was because I’d booked as a solo occupancy. The room wasn’t fit for purpose and left me with a sleepless night. The hotel manager accepted this was a failing on the hotels part and as the hotel was full I was given very little alternatives. Breakfast this morning was equally poor by being served a cremated sausage sandwich. Sadly this showed there is clearly a lack of quality process before food leaves the kitchen or simply a lack of pride by the chef. On a positive note the front of house team were polite and very friendly. I had planned my stay to celebrate my 60th birthday and left me extremely disappointed
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Jonathan
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Absolutely superb hotel and lovely well cooked food . Would certainly visit again !
Absolutely superb hotel and lovely well cooked food . Would certainly visit again !
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Angela
15 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was clean and cozy with high ceilings. The bar and restaurant below had fantastic food and drinks. At night, it is a lively seen filled with locals (though this did not disturb any early nights we had)
The room was clean and cozy with high ceilings. The bar and restaurant below had fantastic food and drinks. At night, it is a lively seen filled with locals (though this did not disturb any early nights we had)
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Ximena
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located with amazing staff! Ben makes amazing cocktails and Domenic will hep you with any recommendations ( we meet him at breakfast (amazing restaurant food and service) We will come back for sure!
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located with amazing staff! Ben makes amazing cocktails and Domenic will hep you with any recommendations ( we meet him at breakfast (amazing restaurant food and service) We will come back for sure!
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Judith
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
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Linda
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic spot. Clean, cool vibe, fun bar.
Fantastic spot. Clean, cool vibe, fun bar.
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Jaime
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff was great! Rooms were comfortable and the bar and breakfast were fabulous!
Staff was great! Rooms were comfortable and the bar and breakfast were fabulous!
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Martyn
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
The whole experience was ok but I think it didn't stand up well for the price. The bedroom was small compared to the bathroom and the shower lacked power. Only two small bottles of water for the whole 4 day. The food was average but not worth the price. Far better food in town.had great Italian and Nepalese food for the other evenings.
The whole experience was ok but I think it didn't stand up well for the price. The bedroom was small compared to the bathroom and the shower lacked power. Only two small bottles of water for the whole 4 day. The food was average but not worth the price. Far better food in town.had great Italian and Nepalese food for the other evenings.
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Fabrizio
5 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
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Andreas
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff was super friendly and helpful, and the restaurant and bar was great. However, while the rooms and beds are fine, there is so much noise. The walls are really thin and sound travels. I am by no means a light sleeper, but on 3 of 4 nights myself and my partner were woken up 2-3 times each night from noisy water pipes, AC ducts and even the poor soul next door vomiting was audible through the walls. I will be happy to come back for food and drinks and functions, but will be looking elsewhere for a place to get a good night's sleep, as even though we were helpfully allowed to swap rooms, the issues persisted, without any compensation being made or offered.
The staff was super friendly and helpful, and the restaurant and bar was great. However, while the rooms and beds are fine, there is so much noise. The walls are really thin and sound travels. I am by no means a light sleeper, but on 3 of 4 nights myself and my partner were woken up 2-3 times each night from noisy water pipes, AC ducts and even the poor soul next door vomiting was audible through the walls. I will be happy to come back for food and drinks and functions, but will be looking elsewhere for a place to get a good night's sleep, as even though we were helpfully allowed to swap rooms, the issues persisted, without any compensation being made or offered.
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FAQs about Black Ivy
Is parking available at the hotel?
Parking is available nearby for a fee of approximately GBP 32.80 per day, located just 5 feet away from the property. No reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee of approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children.
Does the hotel allow pets?
The hotel allows pets with a fee of GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features wheelchair-accessible facilities, including limited access at the registration desk, parking, public areas, and rooms. There are also step-free entrances available.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Tollcross, within a 5-minute drive of the Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Grassmarket. It is approximately 1.3 miles from Edinburgh Castle and 0.6 miles from The Meadows.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although specific age details are not provided.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)
- Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Allergy-free room available
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
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24-Hour Front Desk
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