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3 stars

Ballantrae Hotel

8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EP, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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7.5
Good
based on 2052 reviews
2,052 reviews
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Ballantrae Hotel is situated amongst Edinburgh's well-known attractions and landmarks, just a brief walk from Edinburgh Bus Station. It is located a short stroll from Princes Street, Princes Street Gardens and St Andrew Square.

A 24-hour reception, a car rental desk and luggage storage are just some of the convenient services at the hotel. Airport transfers and a wake-up service are available upon enquiry. A helpful tour desk is in-house and Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is within walking distance, making it easy for guests to discover the local area.

Each cosy room at Ballantrae Hotel has a private en suite with complimentary toiletries. They each offer a bathtub, tea and coffee making facilities and heating.

For those who enjoy exploring local dining options, there is a great selection right on the doorstep. It is also within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, St Giles Cathedral and Royal Mile.

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7.5
Good
Based on 2,052 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Ballantrae Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

General

  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Reviews of Ballantrae Hotel

7.5
Good
2052 verified ratings
Wonderful
544
Very good
369
Good
499
Okay
204
Fair
246
Mediocre
99
Poor
91

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's convenient location, with easy access to public transport and nearby attractions. However, many reviews highlighted significant issues with service and cleanliness, including unresponsive housekeeping and poorly maintained rooms. Overall, while the location was a strong point, the hotel needs to address its service and cleanliness standards to improve guest satisfaction.
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2017
Pros (+) If you plan on walking or using the bus system to explore Edinburgh like I did, I highly recommend this hotel. Loved the location–less than ten minutes walking distance of Prince and Leith Streets, which makes finding restaurants or tram/bus stations easy. (I visited Edinburgh for the Fringe Festival, and one of the venues was a couple buildings down the street.) I also enjoyed the interior design...
Cons (-) Not recommended if you have difficulty walking or if you're traveling in a car. There is no lift in the building, and guests are expected to find their own parking.
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Location

8-12 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EP

What's nearby

  • St. Andrew Square156 m
  • Edinburgh City Centre170 m
  • Princes Street0.5 km
  • Princes Street Gardens0.6 km
  • Calton Hill0.6 km
  • St Giles' Cathedral0.7 km
  • The Royal Mile0.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle0.9 km
  • Grassmarket1 km
  • National Museum of Scotland1 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.1 km
  • Holyrood Palace1.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Ballantrae Hotel

  • Where is Ballantrae Hotel located?

    Ballantrae Hotel is located at 8-12 York Place in New Town, 0.5 km from the centre of Edinburgh. St. Andrew Square is the closest landmark to Ballantrae Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Ballantrae Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Ballantrae Hotel.

  • Does Ballantrae Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Ballantrae Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Ballantrae Hotel from the airport?

    Ballantrae Hotel is 11.3 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Ballantrae Hotel is 56.1 km from Dundee.

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Good to know

Value for money

10.0

Distance to downtown

0.5 km

Nearest Airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

11.2 km