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1,242 reviews

Thistle Hotel

Thistle Hotel

59 Manor Place, Edinburgh, EH3 7EG, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Tour desk

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Garden view

Bathtub

Thistle Hotel

Welcome to the charming Thistle Hotel, nestled in the heart of stunning Edinburgh! With a cozy 3-star rating and a prime location just 0.8mi from the bustling city center, this gem is your perfect launchpad for exploring Scotland's capital. Imagine waking up to the inviting aroma of a hearty breakfast before venturing out to discover iconic landmarks, beautiful gardens, and vibrant local culture. Rooms start at a delightful $79, making your stay not just memorable but also budget-friendly!

At Thistle Hotel, we've got something for everyone! Whether you're traveling with family or with friends, our kid-friendly buffet and cozy bar offer heartwarming eats and drinks to fuel your adventures. Fancy a little relaxation? Take in the breathtaking views of the landmark or garden right from your room! Don’t forget to tap into our free Wi-Fi to share your travel memories in real-time. Plus, with the option for private parking and meeting facilities, we've got your back whether it's business or leisure.

With over 1242 reviews, guests rave about their experiences at Thistle Hotel, highlighting our welcoming atmosphere and fantastic amenities. Create unforgettable memories as you unwind in a non-smoking room equipped with all the comforts you need, including a soothing bathtub to melt away the day’s explorations. Our friendly tour desk is always ready to help you plan your itinerary. Come join us at 59 Manor Place, where Edinburgh’s charm meets warm hospitality!

At Thistle Hotel, your stay becomes an enchanting experience with a variety of room types tailored to fit your travel needs! From cozy Double Rooms perfect for couples to spacious Junior Suites ideal for families, we have the ideal retreat waiting for you. Get ready for a restful night’s sleep in our meticulously designed rooms, featuring everything from plush bedding to soothing bathtubs that beckon for a leisurely soak after an adventurous day exploring Edinburgh. Whatever your choice, you are sure to feel right at home after a day of sightseeing!

The charm of Thistle Hotel extends beyond the rooms—it's all about the experiences waiting for you just outside. Stroll through the picturesque streets of Edinburgh, taking in the grand architecture, or stop by a local café for a taste of authentic Scottish delicacies. With our friendly tour desk ready to assist, you'll have no trouble discovering hidden gems or planning excursions to magnificent attractions nearby. Whether you fancy a day at the historic Edinburgh Castle or a peaceful afternoon in Princes Street Gardens, the city’s magic is just a breath away.

After a day packed with excitement, wind down in our cozy bar. Sip on a refreshing drink while sharing your day’s adventures with fellow travelers. For families, our kid-friendly buffet offers a delicious selection to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. At Thistle Hotel, we’ve created the perfect blend of comfort, hospitality, and fun that ensures every traveler can make the most out of their Edinburgh experience, so come join us and make your next adventure unforgettable!

Closest airports

Edinburgh Airport

6mi

Dundee Riverside Airport

35.5mi

Glasgow Airport

47.4mi

Prestwick Airport

61.4mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Tour desk

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Garden view

Bathtub

Rooms

Junior Suite in Thistle Hotel

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Junior Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

420 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

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With a king-size sleigh bed, this stylish suite includes a 40-inch flat-screen TV, a sofa and a coffee table. The private bathroom comes with his and hers sinks and a Camden corner bath/shower.

Junior Suite in Thistle Hotel

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Junior Suite, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

420 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

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Welcome to our Junior Suite, a spacious and stylish suite with a beautiful city view. You'll enjoy a private bathroom with a bathtub, along with amenities such as free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable sitting area. With a queen-size bed and space for an extra child, it's perfect for a small family or a couple looking for a luxurious stay.

Single Room in Thistle Hotel

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Twin Room, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

85 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Welcome to our stylish Single Room! Enjoy the serene garden view from the comfort of your bed and unwind in your private hypoallergenic bathroom. Stay connected with our reliable WiFi and catch up on your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV.

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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1 king bed or 2 single beds-258-sq-foot (24-sq-meter) room with city views

Entertainment- Free WiFi, 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food & Drink- Coffee/tea maker and room service

Sleep- Premium bedding and blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom- Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub

Practical- Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort- Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

Non-Smoking

Twin Room in Thistle Hotel

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King/Twin Room

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

260 sqft

Landmark view

Garden view

City view

Private Bathroom

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Experience comfort and breathtaking views in our spacious Twin Room, boasting landmark, garden, and city views. Unwind in the private bathroom with a bathtub, stay connected with Wifi and stay entertained with the flat-screen TV.

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Quadruple Room

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

235 sqft

Flat-screen TV

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Experience comfort and serenity in our spacious Quadruple Room with a garden view, private bathroom, bathtub, and complimentary WiFi. Accommodating 4 adults and 2 children, this room is perfect for families seeking a peaceful getaway.

Triple Room in Thistle Hotel

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Triple Room

3 Twin Beds

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

215 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Welcome to our Triple Room - a cozy and spacious 215 sqft retreat for you and your loved ones. Enjoy a calming city view, stay connected with complimentary wifi, and relax in utmost comfort with our hypoallergenic bedding. With its 4 twin beds and 1 king size bed, this room accommodates 3 adults and 2 children, ensuring a memorable stay for the whole family.

Executive Double Room - Non-Smoking in Thistle Hotel

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Executive, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

225 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

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Experience ultimate comfort and relaxation in our Executive Double Room - Non-Smoking. With spacious 226 sqft of luxury, stunning city views, and top-notch amenities including a private bathroom with bathtub, flat-screen TV, free wifi, and a cozy sitting area, this room is perfect for a memorable stay for two.

Quadruple Room in Thistle Hotel

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Room - 2 Queen

1 Sofa Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

235 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

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Two Double Beds

King or Queen Room

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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1 king bed or 1 queen bed-194-sq-foot (18-sq-meter) room with garden views

Entertainment- Free WiFi, 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food & Drink- Coffee/tea maker and room service

Sleep- Premium bedding and blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom- Private bathroom, a hair dryer, and a shower

Practical- Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort- Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

Non-Smoking

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Single Room

85 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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With a digital TV, free tea/coffee and ironing facilities, each individually styled room also has an in room safe. Private bathrooms all have towel warmers and toiletries, and some rooms boast views of Edinburgh Castle.

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Room - 2 Twin

265 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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With a digital TV, free tea/coffee and ironing facilities, each individually styled room also has an in room safe. Private bathrooms all have towel warmers and toiletries, and some rooms boast views of Edinburgh Castle.

Guest reviews

7.1

1,242 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Anne

8.2

May 2024

The hotel is in a wonderful, quiet, clean and friendly location. It was an easy walk from central Edinburgh. The room was changed to a lower floor with access to a large bath , to allow for increased comfort and accessibility whilst I managed a broken leg and back. The suit was clean and the bed was comfortable. The window let in a wonderful amount of light and the flag billowing on the balcony made my stay all-the-more cheerful !!! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.

Only 1 radiator was working , which made the room chilly all night. I used the extra blanket but woke up cold and sore. I decided to make good use of a hot bath before I left. The bar was shut during my stay but the reception staff did allow me to purchase a cold drink. I would recommend that a staff member be available at the property during the night. There is no staff available on site at all after 10pm if I recall correctly. This leaves the owners open to serious issues of neglect of duty of care and prosecutions should something occur over night and resident/s hurt.

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Jane

9.1

December 2024

Comfortable rooms, good facilities, excellent location and friendly helpful staff.

As it's an old building, there is no lift, so it was a struggle getting up to our room on the second floor, but as I was prepared for this, it wasn't a huge problem. Our room was not serviced for our second night. The lad on reception was very apologetic and was very quick to give us new supplies for the morning cuppa, Maybe a little bit of a freshen up of the bathroom, sealant around the shower base, and the grouting were a bit grubby.

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Maciej

10

June 2024

From the moment we stepped into this hotel, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome - Andrew you are a STAR! Their warmth and hospitality set the tone for a wonderful stay. The building itself is over 300 years old, which adds a unique and charming vibe to the experience. You can feel the history in every corner, and it truly enhances the ambiance. The location is excellent, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. As for the room, it was nothing short of fabulous. Spacious, well-appointed, and with a perfect blend of modern amenities and historic charm. We highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay!

That we only stayed one night!

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Matías

10

March 2024

What I liked most about the accommodation was the hospitality of the hotel workers, it is a simple hotel, but very attentive and friendly, also the good connection it has to the centre of Edinburgh, it is great to get a little out of the centre, and the 20-minute walk thanks, especially because on the way you can find cafes and you can start your day in a more cheerful way.

What I liked most about the accommodation was the hospitality of the hotel workers, it is a simple hotel, but very attentive and friendly, also the good connection it has to the centre of Edinburgh, it is great to get a little out of the centre, and the 20-minute walk thanks, especially because on the way you can find cafes and you can start your day in a more cheerful way.

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Carolina

9.1

March 2024

The hotel is lovely, very cute old fashioned but super clean. The room is big and the beds are very comfortable, also the shower very hot. Staff was very kind and location is great, walkable 30min to bus station and close to other bus stops. There was nice breakfast for $9, I didn't opt because I didn't know before, so brought my stuff and there was tea/coffee appliances in the room.

Nothing to complain about, UK is on average expensive, but for the medium prices this hotel was awesome! The only thing is that the outlets are UK pattern and don't fit to rest of Europe, but once you use the shaver it's fine.

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Valerie

8.2

August 2024

Location was great - about a half-mile in a quiet neighborhood into the city. Being a few blocks from the tram made getting to the airport a snap! Breakfasts were not included, but you could purchase a morning meal - we chose not to (which was a mistake as it was far cheaper than getting breakfast out!)

Only that the room was on the top floor (4th or 5th) with no lift - not a problem for us, but could be for other seniors or people with mobility issues.

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Nichola

8.2

May 2024

The staff were so friendly, especially Andrew who worked the morning shift. He was so helpful, suggesting different things to do and see in Edinburgh. Breakfast was a continental buffet breakfast but so filling and replenished regularly. The room was stunning, huge ceilings and antique, beautiful furniture. We loved our stay here.

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Alex

9.1

December 2023

Just a wonderful, charming spot. Great staff, great breakfast, lovely little building, and they UPGRADED MY ROOM! Just because I was so polite about waiting patiently for my room to be ready. There was another room available and rather than just watch me sit in the lobby, they went ahead and upgraded me for the night. GENIUS.

I wish my room hadn't been on the very top floor. But at least I got exercise. Gotta look on the bright side right? No real complaints. Just lots and lots of stairs. Phew. Elevators are for wimps anyway.

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K

9.1

October 2024

Room was very nice sized for the 4 of us. Pullout couch was more comfortable than I thought it would be. Great location with a lot of restaurants nearby.

Parking can be a bit of a hassle, we did rent the available parking spot. Luckily we drive professionally, as its a bit of a tight squeeze. Keep this in mind if your car is a bit wider. Otherwise all street parking is paid or by residential permit only.

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Nicki

8.2

June 2023

The room was a good size with a window overlooking Edinburgh rooftops. Friendly chat with the cleaner. Location perfect for my needs and not too expensive for a one night stay. Comfortable and clean.

Paid for breakfast but some items had run out and were not topped up or done quickly enough. Arrived at 1am and because it was my 2nd night in the UK, I did not know that I had to turn the heating on for the shower (we don't have this where I live), so ended up having a cold half-shower, which was not ideal after a pretty hectic and long trip to get there. If it had been explained explicitly, or with a sign up in the bathroom itself, it would have been great. I would also love to have had a heads up that I was on the top floor (being so weary and having to deal with my own luggage with self-check-in at 1am). I didn't think to ask the question when booking...

Points of Interest Around Thistle Hotel

Attractions

Royal Scottish Academy

0.8mi

Scottish National Gallery

0.8mi

Greyfriars Kirk

1mi

The Canongate

1.3mi

Royal Observatory

2.2mi

Edinburgh Cruise Port at Leith

2.8mi

Rosslyn Chapel

6.8mi

Forth Bridge

7.9mi

Aberdour Castle

7.9mi

Blackness Castle

12.2mi

Dunfermline Abbey and Palace

12.6mi

Falkland

21mi

Falkland Palace and Garden

21mi

Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot

21.9mi

National Wallace Monument

30.2mi

Amenities of Thistle Hotel

Free wifi

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Tour desk

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Garden view

Bathtub

Stay rules - Thistle Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Thistle Hotel

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Thistle Hotel?

Guests at Thistle Hotel can check in between 03:00 PM and 11:00 PM. Check-out time is set for 11:00 AM.

Is there parking available at Thistle Hotel?

Yes, there is private on-site parking available at Thistle Hotel, but it is necessary to make a reservation. The parking fee is £20 per day.

What's the nightly rate at Thistle Hotel?

Accommodation at Thistle Hotel starts as low as $79. Rates could differ based on your room selection and dates. Ensure to enter your dates for the most accurate pricing.

What are the room types available at Thistle Hotel?

At Thistle Hotel, the available rooms include Junior Suites, Single Rooms, Triple Rooms, Double Rooms, Twin Rooms, Executive Double Rooms, and Quadruple Rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms range in size from 86 sqft to 420 sqft. The occupancy varies, accommodating either 1 adult, 2 adults, or 4 adults, and some rooms can also accommodate children. The beds in the rooms include Twin beds, Queen size beds, King size beds, and Sofa Beds.

Where can guests find entertainment in Thistle Hotel?

Guests at Thistle Hotel can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided. The hotel features a bar where guests can unwind and relax. They can enjoy a wide range of beverages and socialize with fellow guests. The bar provides a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for guests to spend their evenings.

Another amenity available at Thistle Hotel is a fireplace. Guests can cozy up by the fireplace and enjoy a warm and welcoming ambiance. It offers a perfect spot for guests to relax and read a book or have a conversation.

Whether guests prefer to socialize at the bar or relax by the fireplace, Thistle Hotel provides leisure amenities to cater to their needs. These amenities ensure that guests have an enjoyable and comfortable stay at the hotel.

Which payment methods are supported by Thistle Hotel?

Thistle Hotel accepts cash as a payment method, along with American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, and Solo.