The Guards Hotel - Edinburgh

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The Guards Hotel - Edinburgh
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Overview

The 3-star family-owned The Guards Hotel Edinburgh is situated in a prime touristic area of Edinburgh, about 2 km from the Edinburgh Old Town and approximately a 20-minute walk from The Robertson Mausoleum Parish Church. At the perfect hotel, guests will find a golf course to stay active.

Location

The hotel has a prime setting 2.1 km from the combined National Museum of Scotland, while natural sights like the green Flag park "Princes Street Gardens" are a mere 1.6 km away. As a plus for business travellers, Scottish Widows Bank Plc is 700 metres away. Along with other cultural attractions the Museum of Edinburgh is nestled within 25 minutes' walk of the Guards.

This accommodation is situated 2.3 km from Edinburgh Waverley train station and a 20-minute drive from Edinburgh airport.

Rooms

The 10 rooms at the hotel are equipped with comforts such as ironing equipment, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Eat & Drink

Platform 5 is adjacent to The Guards Hotel, around 5 minutes' walk away.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
until 10:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:10
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Rooms and availability

Single Room Bathroom
  • Room size:

    7 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Heating
Suite
  • Room size:

    20 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
Triple Room
  • Room size:

    13 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Golf course

Facilities for kids

Cots

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Guards Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 49 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
🗺️ Location rating 9.6
✈️ Distance to airport 11.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location
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1 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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1 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Reviews of The Guards Hotel

6.7 /10
Nice
1785 reviews
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Free Wi-Fi, electric kettles in rooms, and prime location across Haymarket Station for convenient city access.

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Guests rate the Location 8/10

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Rooms and cleanliness5
Here's what guests said:
“Spacious rooms with electric kettles, flat-screen TVs; cleanliness varied, some reports of clogged drains.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“Ideal location across Haymarket Station, direct airport tram access, and close to local attractions.”
Dining4
Here's what guests said:
“No on-site dining; nearby café serves excellent coffee, breakfast options required off premises.”
Price and service7
Here's what guests said:
“Budget-friendly, with reception assistance for lost items; late check-in managed efficiently.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • E
    Eva
    United Kingdom
    left 19 reviews
    Wrote a review on 17 Feb
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    helpful staff
    comfortable amenities

    Amazing place with free wi-fi in rooms, tv, and an electric kettle. The staff helped me find my lost bracelet during my first stay, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend it for a holiday.

    Classic Double Room
  • B
    Barry
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 23 Dec
    Perfect
    9.2

    I greatly enjoyed this property - comfortable hotel.

    The provided service was good. The room with comfy bed.

  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 23 Dec
    Needs improvement
    5.2

    The staff members where amicable, we received terrific service. The food was brilliant, with a good choice of options.

    Didn't like the staff, some of them were very rude.

  • Wrote a review on 07 Dec
    Perfect
    9.8

    We were very grateful to the Guards Hotel for giving us breakfast even after hours and letting us shower even though we arrived half an hour before check-out time due to a snag in our travels.

  • J
    Jack
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 05 Dec
    Perfect
    9.0

    Pleasant staff, everything was good.

  • L
    Larry
    United States
    Wrote a review on 03 Nov
    Perfect
    9.0

    It offers good services. The rooms are cheap and tidy, with nice decoration...

  • A
    Aaron
    United States
    Wrote a review on 30 Oct
    Very good
    7.2

    Everything about this reasonably priced hotel was amazing. The staff team was dog friendly and fairly friendly. The room was spotless and airy with a shower. All the services were good. Had the option to leave my car on site. I liked the property's music bar. You guys made my stay really lovely.

  • Wrote a review on 24 Oct
    Great
    8.0

    The location is very good, just opposite to the Haymarket rail station and very close to the EICC.

  • J
    Jade
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 20 Oct
    Nice
    6.0

    Excellent proximity to the tram and bus stops makes travel effortless. Only a two-minute stroll from the tram station means direct access to the airport.

    The shower pressure felt lackluster. Adjusting the temperature was a gamble. My room had a window that didn't shut properly, letting in a significant chill and noise. The bathroom amenities fell short-no shampoo except a small bar of soap, and the overall cleanliness left something to be desired, with marks on walls that suggested neglect. Some guests might not mind the moderately uncomfortable mattresses, but I found them less than ideal for a restful night's sleep. Housekeeping was inconsistent, one day they changed the sheets but failed to replace the used cups. For the price, I expected more overall polish and attention to detail, especially in such a popular area.

  • A
    Alvin
    United States
    Wrote a review on 19 Oct
    Great
    8.2

    Spotless and huge room, very comfortable stay!

    Great sized bedroom.

  • Wrote a review on 10 Oct
    Perfect
    9.4

    Very good hotel but you now need to bring the reception area upto the same stangard as the rooms; remember you only get one chance to make a first impression

    Not a complaint but curtains that close.

  • Wrote a review on 05 Oct
    Great
    8.2

    We liked the easy distance from Princes Street. The use of the guards club for me being ex military was great as I met an old army friend who I served with in the Gordon Highlanders. I also met another ex soldier from the Argyles who I also new.We all had a great laugh over a few drinks.

    All was okay for us.

  • D
    Daniel
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 19 Sept
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining5.0
    7.0
    great location
    helpful staff
    uncomfortable mattress
    average amenities

    Great location and friendly staff

    The hotel is great location just across from Haymarket Station. The staff were friendly and provided great recommendations for nearby eateries. The uncomfortable mattress detracted from an otherwise pleasant experience.

    Classic Double Room
  • Wrote a review on 18 Sept
    Perfect
    9.0

    the room was comfortable and quiet, the onsuite was new ( i like the mirror) and i thought the breakfast was very good.

  • Wrote a review on 18 Sept
    Great
    8.2

    the homely feeling that you got like you where a friend

    the only thing I didn,t like was shearing the bathroom

FAQ about The Guards Hotel

How far is the The Guards Hotel from the city centre?
Edinburgh city centre is reachable within a 20-minute walk from the The Guards Hotel.
What is the nearest airport to the perfect 3-star The Guards Hotel?
Edinburgh airport lies within 5 km of the perfect 3-star The Guards Hotel and is reachable with a 20-minute drive.
Does the perfect 3-star The Guards Hotel have a car parking on site?
Guests of the perfect 3-star The Guards Hotel can take advantage of parking.
What is the earliest and the latest I can check-out at the The Guards Hotel?
At the The Guards Hotel, you can check out from 10:00 till 10:00.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at £67.
What payment methods are available in the The Guards Hotel?
At the The Guards Hotel, guests can pay using American Express, Mastercard, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the perfect 3-star The Guards Hotel?
The perfect 3-star The Guards Hotel provides such room types as Luxury King Room, Deluxe Twin Room, and Standard Room.
Does the The Guards Hotel offer any rental services?
Guests are offered to rent buses directly from the The Guards Hotel.
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