Is parking available at the property?

Nearby parking is available for GBP 17.00 per day, located approximately 2625 ft away. No reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are served for a fee, approximately GBP 23 for adults and GBP 12 for children. Serving hours are weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details on room accessibility may vary.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Edinburgh, just steps from St. Andrew Square and George Street. It is 0.5 mi from the Royal Mile and 0.7 mi from Edinburgh Castle, with various attractions within walking distance.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds or cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 30.0 per night, and advance request or confirmation is required.

Malmaison Edinburgh City Hotel

Average nightly price at Malmaison Edinburgh City by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$131
February	US$166
March	US$180
April	US$223
May	US$322
June	US$303
July	US$318
August	US$397
September	US$366
October	US$269
November	US$221
December	US$229

What guests think

Reviews of Malmaison Edinburgh City highlight a central, tram-connected location and friendly, helpful staff, alongside comfortable, modern rooms with striking decor, making it an appealing base for exploring Edinburgh on foot or via public transport.

Many guests praise breakfast and the bar/restaurant, though bar service can be slow and the bar sometimes closes earlier than expected. The dark lighting scheme is a recurring complaint, with some rooms lacking natural light or practical illumination for mirrors. The historic layout involves multiple stairs and odd lift access, and parking is off site with a discount, which some found inconvenient. Expect a stylish, central stay with warm service and some practical trade-offs.

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Facilities

Bar and restaurant areas are popular, but several reviews report slow service or early closing. Parking is off site with a discount at St James Quarter, and internal stairs and split-level lifts can make access less straightforward.

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Mark James

21 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic location. Rooms dark & overbearing - our room had a 6 inch window opening, so we had room lights on during a sunny day! No bar service after midnight - you have to usexa vending machine : quite ridiculous in a 4 star hotel.

10

Gilly

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The style of the Malmaison hotels is something I love. Very comfortable rooms, staff were all very helpful and friendly. The location brilliant, restaurant food was excellent. The only let down was the service in the bar, absolutely loved the decor and ambience there but service was very slow, tables not cleared of glasses, spoiled the experience

6

Nichaela

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely stay at the Malmaison in Edinburgh City, very friendly and helpful staff at the reception desk. Very close to the huge shopping centre and plenty of restaurants to choose from within walking distance.The only negative point was the terribly slow service in the hotel bar, both nights we sat for over 20 minutes waiting to be served and eventually gave up and went elsewhere because of this.

8

Alan

24 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful - blonde girl on reception (sorry for forgetting your name!) was most attentive. Got upgraded to Junior Suite (thanks!) Restaurant menu could have been more varied and staff seemed more interested in bus party - asked for bill twice but were told to wait. Gave up after 10 mins and left to room. No on site parking but ticket given for 40% discount on parking rate.

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Jennifer

30 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice property right in the square. Didn’t like that the bar closed early for those wanting to go back for a drink before heading to bed.

8

Bruce

27 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Property is nice, great location. Staff was superb. Only negatives were that the room had very low lighting, and getting to our room requred many stairs getting to the elevator, we had a lot of luggage. Can't say enough about the staff, they were great

10

Tracey

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was excellent, it was really modern and well located. The rooms were very clean and comfortable (we had a courtyard facing room which was also very quiet). The reception staff were very friendly, helpful and had excellent local knowledge. The choice and quality of breakfast was exceptional and again, the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Prior to our stay, we couldn’t find any information on the hotel website regarding car parking, so paid £9 to park opposite the hotel for about 5 minutes while we checked in. We then found out that and the hotel has an arrangement with the St James shopping centre car park, and they offer a large is discount for hotel customers.

10

Kirsty

19 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,375 nights

Fabulous position. Lovely comfortable bed and very quiet at night. Excellent breakfast to order. Very friendly staff. Car parking a little walk away but with 40 percent discount. Would definitely stay again

10

Mark

25 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

nice hotel. not good for wheelchairs due to multiple stairs in the old building. rooms have ac but the pillows were shocking. pancakes would a suitable description. nice breakfast option's and chic bar with loads of drink options. best feature for us was the location. ideal for a central base.

10

NEIL

6 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfectly located for everything. Very helpful staff. Clean rooms. Reduced price parking nearby. Everything we could ask for. Will definitely stay again.

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Cleanliness

Many guests describe rooms as very clean, but housekeeping and maintenance are inconsistent. Reports include dirty bathrooms, lingering smells, leftover items, and faulty lights or sockets.

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Claire

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel in general was good, location decor etc but the lights in our room kept breaking. A known issue that was a real pain.

8

Sarah

9 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had tried to contact hotel prior to arrival but phone wasn't answered and messages not replied to until we were already there. We arrived at 3:30, our check in was at 3:00, room wasn't quite ready (just mini bar not stocked) but we could access it. We found some broken glass under the window seat, one of the curtain tie backs missing, another not secured to wall properly, towel rail in bathroom missing a screw, so loose.....a little disappointing considering the cost. Breakfast was mediocre.

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Harry

21 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room needed a thorough clean with dust and grime in corners, under furniture and anywhere a vacuum cleaner couldn’t easily get. The bar was unavailable due to a private function and the breakfast was average with some of it cold. It is a great location, especially for shopping but it is expensive, looking tired with no sparkle. I won’t be back!

10

Robert

17 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was pretty big, clean, and nice. The bathroom was also spacious and clean. I loved the location of the hotel easy to get to and from the airport via the tram. Easy to walk everywhere. 5/5

10

christopher

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

wonderful, clean room; very spacious, especially for both European and an older (but well-updated) building. The breakfast was great, as were all amenities, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location is 5-10 minutes from Waverley Station and 10 minutes from the old town tourist section. Many places to eat and shop are nearby, and it is also conveniently located right next to both the city tour bus and the city bus terminal for other excursion tours. Will stay again next time in Edinburgh.

6

Francine

1 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lights were out in room. The electric outlets did not work. No help with luggage up and down stairs.

6

Robert

6 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room had balcony but very strong stale smell and usb and wall sockets not working .

10

J

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and efficient staff at check in. We arrived at about 12:30, expecting to leave our bags and return at 15:00 to check into our room but our room was ready so we were able to check in earlier. We booked for two nights and a nice touch was offering us a drink at the bar if we did not have our room serviced. We cannot comment upon the food as we did not eat in the hotel. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean with a lovely big bathroom. The hotel's location is excellent for shopping, sightseeing and has lots of dining options within easy walking distance. It's a short walk to the hotel from Waverly station and there is a tram stop within 100m of the hotel. Overall the hotel was great to stay in and is in a fantastic location, we will definitely return

6

Louise

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We slept well and it was very quiet. However, check-in was a huge disappointment. The man checking us in was quite rude and although we arrived late, we were told our room wasn’t ready with no explanation as to why. When we got in our room it was dirty - the shower was filthy and there was no tissues. Very disappointed.

6

Colleen

18 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was not thoroughly cleaned and service at the restaurant wasn't great, but the front desk staff were great!

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and often spacious with stylish decor, but lighting is frequently too dim and some spaces lack natural light. A few mention noise from the bar, temperature quirks, or unusual layouts such as bathtubs in the room.

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Paul

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and stylish hotel with a good bar and excellent breakfast. My only mark down is to reflect the very dim lighting in the room and bathroom - brighter please!

8

Austen

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic location in St. Andrew Square. Super comfy bed in a nice room let down only by the very dark decor in a north facing room.

10

Amy

27 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very large and comfortable - plenty of space for a family trip. The free cot provided was modern and safe. Baby slept well!

8

Loelia

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location and comfortable. Negative: Bad lighting in bedroom and bathroom - in all categories.

10

Peter

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Spent a week at the Malmaison. Location was fantastic. Walking distance to everything. Airport Tram stops 50 meters from the hotel. Hop On Hop Off bus stops directly out front. Room was comfortable if a bit small. Nice to have air conditioning and bathroom facilities were very nice. Breakfast was very good, though options were limited.

10

George

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

very convenient hotel near a tram stop from the airport. no muss no fuss.

8

Claire

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Nice hotel but i had a basement room below street level and with bars on the windows which was a bit miserable. Comfy bed and very good breakfast tho.

8

Steven

9 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice big room. Could have done with a small sofa as I felt there was alot of wasted space. Also my wife would have liked a light at the mirror for doing her makeup as room decor is dark. Staff polite. Great location. I would stay here again but not 1st choice. Room 608 you can hear the music from bar quite notciably which is disappointing for a club room.

8

Maricela

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Very good location! Friendly staff, nice decor. Our room was dark, maybe a little more lights will help.

2

Gary

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Awful room in the attic, with very little natural light

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with efficient check-in and thoughtful touches. However, bar and breakfast service can be slow, and a few guests reported brusque or unresponsive interactions.

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Claire

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast came 50 minutes after ordering. We booked a deluxe superior room and was given a tein accessible room.

10

Michael

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The service was exemplary. We needed some ice for a sprained ankle and the front desk was on it quickly

6

Nichaela

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely stay at the Malmaison in Edinburgh City, very friendly and helpful staff at the reception desk. Very close to the huge shopping centre and plenty of restaurants to choose from within walking distance.The only negative point was the terribly slow service in the hotel bar, both nights we sat for over 20 minutes waiting to be served and eventually gave up and went elsewhere because of this.

4

Georgina

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

So many problems I wouldn’t stay again for the price Travelodge would suffice! Not keeping to timing of room service having placed the order three hours earlier making 30 minutes over time requested; not attempting to clear the trays and replenishing courtesy trays until I requested then forgetting cups!; reception not promptly answering the phone and connecting had to call the reception from my mobile!; when room service delivered just one fork for the two of us my friend voted to use a teaspoon to eat broccoli! Finally for this report the restaurant I knocked the kitchen door on three separate times to get service as 1) coffee grounds needed changing 2) no melon fruit salad 3) no bowls! Fed up with the whole thing!!!!

10

Tim

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful staff, very efficient and friendly. Hotel is very central and comfortable.

10

Elizabeth

24 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location and the staff were extremely accommodating.

10

J

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly and efficient staff at check in. We arrived at about 12:30, expecting to leave our bags and return at 15:00 to check into our room but our room was ready so we were able to check in earlier. We booked for two nights and a nice touch was offering us a drink at the bar if we did not have our room serviced. We cannot comment upon the food as we did not eat in the hotel. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean with a lovely big bathroom. The hotel's location is excellent for shopping, sightseeing and has lots of dining options within easy walking distance. It's a short walk to the hotel from Waverly station and there is a tram stop within 100m of the hotel. Overall the hotel was great to stay in and is in a fantastic location, we will definitely return

6

Louise

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We slept well and it was very quiet. However, check-in was a huge disappointment. The man checking us in was quite rude and although we arrived late, we were told our room wasn’t ready with no explanation as to why. When we got in our room it was dirty - the shower was filthy and there was no tissues. Very disappointed.

10

John

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff who were both professional and friendly.

6

Alex

6 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was clean and cosy only compliant we’re some staff. Breakfast supposed to be served to 11 but staff were rude and clearly wanted to leave from 10:30. Reception told we could order room service but when trying to do so it was impossible and they seldom answered the phone. Bar staff were great though

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Location

Exceptionally central around St Andrew’s Square, steps from the airport tram and a short walk to Waverley, Old Town sights, and St James Quarter. Very convenient for exploring on foot and public transport.

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Sean

5 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, accommodation, and staff. Would very much recommend staying here for a wonderful stay in New Town.

10

Heather

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This boutique hotel has great decor, service and a wonderful central location near Princes Street Gardens. It was also quiet which we much appreciated. The continental breakfast was quite good (there was a cooked option too). We only ate dinner once at the restaurant as there were many options available in the area. The tram comes directly from the airport to St. Andrews Square too...very convenient. We would definintely stay at this hotel again.

10

Jonathan

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Brilliantly sited in St. Andrew square. We walked everywhere. Excellent staff.

10

cory

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, great rooms and reasonably priced for its prime spot near the town and St James Quarter!

10

Peter

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Spent a week at the Malmaison. Location was fantastic. Walking distance to everything. Airport Tram stops 50 meters from the hotel. Hop On Hop Off bus stops directly out front. Room was comfortable if a bit small. Nice to have air conditioning and bathroom facilities were very nice. Breakfast was very good, though options were limited.

10

George

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

very convenient hotel near a tram stop from the airport. no muss no fuss.

10

Russell

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room and breakfast, great location

10

Anthony

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overnight stop in Edinburgh on a Friday night. Great location, fantastic room and the bar had a really chilled out vibe.

10

Tracey

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was excellent, it was really modern and well located. The rooms were very clean and comfortable (we had a courtyard facing room which was also very quiet). The reception staff were very friendly, helpful and had excellent local knowledge. The choice and quality of breakfast was exceptional and again, the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Prior to our stay, we couldn’t find any information on the hotel website regarding car parking, so paid £9 to park opposite the hotel for about 5 minutes while we checked in. We then found out that and the hotel has an arrangement with the St James shopping centre car park, and they offer a large is discount for hotel customers.

10

Richard

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a wonderful hotel, totally redone 6 years ago, so everything was brand new and spotless. Our room was a generous size, and with an especially nice bathroom. We loved the location, right on lovely St. Andrew's Square, just 5 minutes walk from the National Galleries and tram stop for the airport, and just 10 minutes walk from the Royal Mile. The staff were super friendly and helpful, including assisting us with tracking down luggage that SAS had left in Copenhagen. The in-house restaurant was lovely too.

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Dining

Breakfast and the restaurant often earn praise for quality and choice, and cocktails are popular. Still, multiple reviews note slow bar/breakfast service, occasional understaffing, self-serve coffee, and limited vegetarian/vegan options.

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Joelle

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It seems all of Edinburgh is under construction. The dinner I had in the restaurant was amazing! Best food I had during the 3 weeks I spent in Scotland.

8

Peta

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast, the dinning room was a total mess. There were no clean cups, cutlery and the coffee machine was a mess.

10

Andrea

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was beautiful, modern and well maintained. Breakfast was awesome and the staff was attentive and helpful.

6

Robert

15 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast service was non existent with coffee and toast being self service. Coffee Machine and toaster in an other room. Poor guys

10

Richard

6 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel service and breakfast were spot on. Dinner service was not good and food was lacking.

6

Nichaela

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely stay at the Malmaison in Edinburgh City, very friendly and helpful staff at the reception desk. Very close to the huge shopping centre and plenty of restaurants to choose from within walking distance.The only negative point was the terribly slow service in the hotel bar, both nights we sat for over 20 minutes waiting to be served and eventually gave up and went elsewhere because of this.

10

Gary

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

A quick 4-night stay after a business trip. The bar is great, food is great (Wednesday was half-price steak night), staff were fantastic. We’d stay here again without hesitation!

8

Peter

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and friendly staff. Dining very limited and poor for vegan/vegetarian. Rooms on second floor are actually slightly below street level and very noisy.

10

Tracey

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was excellent, it was really modern and well located. The rooms were very clean and comfortable (we had a courtyard facing room which was also very quiet). The reception staff were very friendly, helpful and had excellent local knowledge. The choice and quality of breakfast was exceptional and again, the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Prior to our stay, we couldn’t find any information on the hotel website regarding car parking, so paid £9 to park opposite the hotel for about 5 minutes while we checked in. We then found out that and the hotel has an arrangement with the St James shopping centre car park, and they offer a large is discount for hotel customers.

10

Sean

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing venue, fantastic room the staff were excellent. Great food and drink.

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