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Edinburgh City Hotel

3.0 of 5
79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh EH3 9HZ, Scotland
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Ranked #45 of 137 hotels in Edinburgh
4.0 of 5 stars 236 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(10)
  • Reception staff(6)
  • Scottish breakfast(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(5)
  • Royal mile(4)
  • Princess Street(4)
  • Car park(4)
  • Flat screen(4)
  • Free internet(3)
  • Old town(3)
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Fra2142
Leeds
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012 NEW

This was a great hotel which has recently been refurbished. The room was spotlessly clean, a great size and the hotel staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. We had breakfast included in our price and there was a good selection of fruit and cereal and the option of a cooked breakfast (full Scottish) which was delicious. All in all... More

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Kev575
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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13 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 NEW

Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. Recomended More

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KTnSue
Contributor
14 reviews
3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012 NEW

This was a nice hotel. It has clearly been recently refurbished and the rooms are clean, comfortable and a good size. Location is pretty good for the city centre. Staff were friendly and welcoming. The only real downside - and the reason for this average rating - was the price. It cost £143 a night, room only - which for... More

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kennymols
Glasgow, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

I was looking to spend a relaxed evening in Edinburgh between business trips; Edinburgh City Hotel proved to be a great find. The exterior resembled the historic nature of the city while inside it was clear that the place was clean, tidy and oozed Scottish charm. Bedroom was more than adequate with comfortable bedding, a flat screen television and modern... More

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Joan E
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

A lovely welcome from reception when we arrived and in the short time we were at the hotel, whoever was on duty, gave us first class attention and help. Although all staff were extremely helpful, we had most contact with staff serving breakfast and dinner, both of whom were exceptionally professional in the service they offered but at the same... More

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john e
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Reviewer
3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

Myself and partner were needing a place to stay for just one night in Edinburgh as we were going to see a band in the HMV Picture House and found this hotel on the Best Western site. While it was only a very short break we found it very comfortable and suitable for all our needs. It is situated just... More

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Jazz1888
Killarney, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

Went to Edinburgh with my wife & stayed here for 3 nights. Nice staff, good food & very clean. Location was good so no complaints. Will stay again next trip. More

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IrishFairy_O_o
Rome
Reviewer
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

I stayed there for 3 night (room n. 409 - 2° fl.). Is not easy to find a cheap hotel in Edinburgh, and this solution was far better my expectation. The building it self is ancient and fascinating, my room was clean and cozy, though simple and non so big. We had a confortable bed, 2 lovely little windows, a... More

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Derek E
Doncaster, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
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My family and I stayed two nights at this hotel. We found the staff to be very friendly, helpful and accommodating. Our room was very tidy and we had great free internet service. Morning breakfasts were well prepared, and the major attractions are not too far away. More

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Sussie_Sweden
Stockholm, Sweden
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

We spent this new year in the fantastic city of Edinburgh, a gem among cities. If you like medieval surroundings this is the town. City Hotel was well spent money, we had a room on the top floor, a bit of noise from the traffic, but we still had good nights sleep, because there wasn't much traffic. Good sized room,... More

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  • Edinburgh Best Western
Address: 79 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh EH3 9HZ, Scotland

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