THE GUARDS HOTEL, Edinburgh

The location is ideal for travellers relying on public transport. Haymarket station is across the road, offering direct tram and bus services to Edinburgh Airport (25 minutes) and the city centre. The main shopping street of Princes Street and the Edinburgh International Conference Centre are a 10-minute walk away. The West End neighbourhood has numerous restaurants, bars, and shops within a few minutes' walk. A taxi from the airport costs around £20-25, making this a convenient base for both business and leisure stays.

The hotel offers a mix of room types, including doubles, twins, a single with a private bathroom, and a suite. Many rooms feature tea/coffee making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV. The condition and cleanliness of rooms vary greatly. Some have been noted as clean and comfortable, with good beds, while others have significant maintenance issues: stained carpets, worn mattresses, broken shower fittings, and noise from the main road. Rooms facing the back of the hotel are quieter. Some rooms have ensuite bathrooms; the single room has a private external bathroom. The hotel is a small, no-lift property, with stairs to all floors. A limited number of ground-floor rooms are available for those who cannot use stairs.

No breakfast is provided, but the hotel is surrounded by dining options. Within a 2-minute walk, you will find cafés serving cooked breakfasts and lighter options. For dinner, there are numerous restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, including Scottish, Italian, and Indian, all within a 5-minute stroll. Guests are welcome to bring food to their room, and the hotel can provide cutlery and crockery. The location makes it easy to explore the wider range of Edinburgh's dining scene.

A golf course is located within 3 km of the hotel.

Wi-Fi is free in all rooms. Luggage can be stored at reception before check-in (from 10:00) and after check-out (until 22:00). Daily housekeeping is included. The hotel has no lift, but a ground-floor double and a family room with walk-in showers are available. Parking is not on-site; the nearest paid car park is Distillery Lane (bookable via JustPark app) and Grosvenor Street (paid for a maximum of 4 hours from 08:30-18:30). Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00 and check-out is by 10:00. The hotel is child friendly and can provide a cot and high chair in the suite. No pets are allowed.