Spent a weekend in Edinburgh at the Holiday Inn Express opposite the Playhouse. On arrival on the Friday night we went out in search of a pub for a drink or few. The first pub we came too was the Fiddlers Elbow and decided to give it a try. The pub was fairly busy and at the end of the... More

Just back from an overnight in The Fiddlers Elbow courtesy of a Great Deals voucher. A pleasant change from chain hotels. All the staff were great and they are the reason I would give this hotel my recommendation. I would advise you confirm your booking before you leave. I liked the public bar which has a very lived-in feeling. Random... More

We have just returned from an overnight stay at the Fiddlers Elbow.It has all the rustic charm you could want.The rooms are very comfortable and clean, the term Quirky has been used in previous reviews is an accurate description. The staff are all very friendly and the Manager Rory a young Irish guy was fantastic. I agree not too everyone... More

Check in was quick and prompt and up 2 flights of stairs to room 1. Hidden away inside the entrance was a tiny kitchen, microwave and fridge. A few tea bags, sugar sachets and coffee. Would have been nice for some milk. Into the large room. Quirky is the only way to describe it. A hollow wooden tailors dummy, massive... More

Firstly....The Fiddlers Elbow is not an hotel but a pub with rooms. In my other reviews I've used the term "Quirky"..... well The Elbow beats the lot. The Elbow will not be to everyones taste but we had a real fun time in this uniquely run lodgings. The room (room 2) was warm quirky and with a comfortable and clean... More

Went here for a meal before going to a show at the playhouse. The first thing that struck me was how friendly everyone was. It had been closed for a few weeks due to the ceiling coming down and was just recently reopened. We both had the fish and chips which were great. Will go back when in the town... More

We booked this hotel with vouchers from Today's Great Deal for friends and ourselves for a weekend away in Edinburgh. I have to agree with the other reviews this is a great hotel with loads of character. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our rooms were great with everything you needed, even a small kitchen. The deal we... More

We ended up staying here by accident as our Hotel had messed up our booking (grrr Jury's). Stopped in here to eat in the noodle bar ( food excellent). Got talking to Rory the Barman who showed us their rooms which were well kitted out and v.comfy also a lot cheaper than Jury's. Live music beer and great food brilliant... More

WOW, fabulous place to stay, friendly and attentive staff, fantstic food, excellent accommodation and outstanding entertainment. Will definately be back and would recommend this "Shabby Chic and Unique Hotel". Central to all amenities and only 10minute walk from Waverly Station. Thank you to Rory, Lisa and Simon for making us so welcome and look forward to seeing you's again real... More