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5.0 of 5
7 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh EH3 7RY, Scotland
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Ranked #26 of 140 hotels in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 148 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Classic suite(8)
  • Friendly and helpful(6)
  • Very comfortable(5)
  • Room service(5)
  • Full scottish(3)
  • Dining table(3)
  • Princess Street(3)
  • Bay window(3)
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Oxted, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“My home from home!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

We just love The Edinburgh Residence and go every year, so of course looking forward very much to our annual stay there again in 2012. The Residence is delightful, in that it is in one of the best locations in Edinburgh, and the ambience, the staff, the facilities, the food and the general running of this place and fantastic rooms makes it a joy to return to each day and of course every year! Edinburgh has lots to offer within easy walking distance. Further afield there are many wonderful locations to visit and then return again to 'your home' for a comfortable sleep. It doesn't get much better than this in life.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“Excellent hotel, faultless”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

I have stayed at The Edinburgh Residence twice for business and I would love to stay there on a romantic break. The staff are v friendly, the room service v tasty and they have excellent rooms, with v comfy beds.

I didn't want to get up in the morning!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Celia Hague, Manager at The Edinburgh Residence, responded to this review
27 February 2012
Dear Bahar321,

Thank you for recommending The Edinburgh Residence on TripAdvisor. To be described as “faultless” is truly wonderful and it is great that we are achieving our aim of ensuring that all our guests enjoy a memorable stay with us.

Our guests can order some delicious food from our Room Service Menu at any time of the day or night and unlike other hotels, we do not apply any additional tray charges. With all our luxury Suites being larger than your average hotel room there is plenty of space to enjoy your room service meal either at the dining table (we will even set the dining table in your Suite for you should you wish); or on the sofa (maybe whilst watching one of the DVD’s from our DVD library) or on your large and comfortable double bed.

We are delighted to hear you are already becoming a regular guest and hope to be able to welcome you for either business or leisure again soon.

Kind Regards,

Celia Hague
Resort Manager
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Orinda
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“quiet exquisite residence”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

We were upgraded to the top suite overlooking the countryside. The men at the front desk were so helpful. This place was great. We were walking distance to the center of the city but out of the hustle bustle of city life. There were very nice restaurants a very short distance away. At the end of a busy touring day it felt like coming home.

Room Tip: If possible upgrade to the top floor. The views are beautiful. It's a very quiet building.
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  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Celia Hague, Manager at The Edinburgh Residence, responded to this review
23 February 2012
Dear nricks,

It was a pleasure to read your recommendation of The Edinburgh Residence on TripAdvisor and we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us.

As you said in your review, The Edinburgh Residence has the enviable location of being a short walk from the main city centre tourist attractions and restaurants, but yet also in quiet surroundings. And should you encounter a rainy Edinburgh day and not wish to venture out our onsite Number Seven restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily, offering British cuisine with a contemporary twist.

You can enjoy the views over the Dean Village, towards the Firth of Forth and beyond whilst enjoying Afternoon Tea in our Drawing Room, which will shortly be refurbished as part of our continual redecoration programme.

Your comments regarding the friendly service you received from our team will be passed on to them all.

Thank you again for taking the time to share your recommendation on TripAdvisor. We hope to welcome you back soon.

Warm Regards,

Celia Hague
Resort Manager
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Carlisle, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Fabulous”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

We stayed here for our anniversary break and would definitely stay again. From the greeting on arrival, onwards, we received excellent service from all the staff we encountered. The room was fantastic, with great views and comfort, lovely big bathroom and cosy furnishings. We had a fabulous afternoon tea and we enjoyed our evening meal in the cosy wee restaurant.

Room Tip: Afternoon tea is a must - delicious!
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Celia Hague, Manager at The Edinburgh Residence, responded to this review
8 February 2012
Dear theanders,

We are delighted you choose The Edinburgh Residence to celebrate your anniversary and have taken the time to recommend us on TripAdvisor.

Our elegant surroundings are the perfect setting to enjoy your Top Tip for our traditional Afternoon Tea, served daily either in our Drawing Room or in your Suite. A selection of freshly made sandwiches, delicious homemade scones with clotted cream and jam and a tempting selection of cakes and pastries, all served with a fresh pot of tea or coffee of your choice. As an extra treat, we include a glass of sparkling wine with our Afternoon Tea too – a great Top Tip theanders.

Your comments about the excellent service your received from all our team members is lovely to hear and will be passed onto them.

Thank you again for your feedback, we do hope you will choose to stay with us again if visiting Edinburgh in the future.

Best Wishes,

Celia Hague
Resort Manager
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Bit late writing this......”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

We stayed here Oct 2010. I can not fault this place, the beds were amazing, the bedroom furniture grand, the afternoon tea served in the room was perfect. Lovely touches like if you have the 'turn down' service at night they leave a little note telling you what the weather will be the next day and a suggestion of what to do. This place is amazing, I would return in a heartbeat. The breakfast is served in your room and is beautifully cooked, my husband ordered everything on the breakfast menu and we could not fault it. Well done Edinburgh Residence! They also looked after our bags on the morning of arrival before check in, locked away in a cupboard.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Celia Hague, Manager at The Edinburgh Residence, responded to this review
8 February 2012
Dear Katemumof3,

Thank you very much for taking the time to recommend The Edinburgh Residence on TripAdvisor and sharing some photos of your stay in one of our Classic Suites.

It’s a delight to hear that your cooked to order breakfast, served in the privacy of your suite, made a great start to your day. There is so much to discover in Edinburgh it is understandable that our guest’s would like to make the most of their time in the Capital city and arrive early or depart later on in the day, and as such we will happily store guests luggage for them prior to arrival/upon departure with no additional costs.

We are very pleased that you describe your stay with us as “faultless” and we look forward to having the opportunity to welcome you back soon.

Warm Regards,

Celia Hague
Resort Manager
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Address: 7 Rothesay Terrace, Edinburgh EH3 7RY, Scotland
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