Location
The hotel is situated on the site of the Pollock Halls of Residence, within the shadow of Arthur's Seat and close to the Royal Mile and Holyrood Park. In the immediate vicinity of the hotel guests will find various restaurants and bars and a link to the public transport network. Princes Street, with its tourist information centre, is a 20-minute walk away and is packed with shops. Waverly railway station is also a 20-minute walk away. Edinburgh Castle is a 25-minute walk from the hotel and it is just over an hour's drive to Glasgow.
Facilities
338 single rooms are available. Staffed 24 hours a day, the reception desk provides a smooth check-in/check-out service. The hotel provides a baggage storage service, a safe, a cash machine, a newspaper stand, a TV room, a laundry service and a fax machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Guests can also use the bicycle storage facilities.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with individually adjustable heating. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a TV and WiFi are provided as well. The bathrooms have a shower and a bathtub. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. At breakfast (continental), lunch, and dinner, guests serve themselves at the lavish buffet or order a set menu (for lunch and dinner). Special meals, including diet meals, are also available.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: VISA and MasterCard.
Bar(s)
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Internet access
WLAN access
Laundry Service
Bicycle Cellar
Car Park
TV Room
Laundry Facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Café
Newspaper kiosk
Shops