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About the Hotel

70 Grove Street, Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH38AP
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Location

Edinburgh's magnificent hilltop castle is just 0.6 km from Grove House Hotel. The hotel is a ten-minute walk to the historic Old Town, including the famous Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Princes Street in Edinburgh's New Town, known for its shopping, is just a fifteen-minute walk away.

Dining

The hotel serves breakfast in an elegant breakfast room featuring locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy a full Scottish breakfast that includes award-winning haggis from a local butcher. Options like boiled eggs with soldiers and artisan bread from a nearby bakery are also available.

Amenities

Grove House Hotel offers a summer courtyard designed as a suntrap for relaxation. In winter, guests have access to a lounge featuring a cozy fire and a selection of Scottish whisky. An honesty bar provides drinks for guests to enjoy throughout their stay.

Parking

The hotel includes an underground car park with limited spaces available for pre-booking at £15 per day. On-street parking off Grove Street is chargeable Monday through Saturday, while it is free overnight and all day on Sundays. This parking convenience makes it easier for guests with vehicles.

Accessibility

Grove House Hotel is a five-minute walk from Haymarket railway station, which connects to transportation from Edinburgh Airport. The Airlink 100 bus and Edinburgh Tram Link provide direct access to the hotel. This central location minimizes travel hassle for guests arriving by different modes of transport.

Highlights

Location: 0.6 km from Edinburgh Castle

Dining: Award-winning haggis breakfast

Amenities: Summer courtyard & honesty bar

Parking: Underground car park available

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Twin Room
2 persons
15 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
11 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
7 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
18 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Edinburgh 1.7 km
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 11.5 km
Dundee (DND) 95.1 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.8 km
Bus
Bus stop400 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • No pets allowed

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

70 Grove Street, Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH38AP
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70 Grove Street, Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH38AP
Nearby
Event hall
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
560 m
Restaurants
Fountain Cafe
40 m
Princes Street Gardens
Hanks Sandwich Bar
90 m
162 Fountainbridge
Burger
250 m
94A Fountainbridge
Cafe Ink at Edinburgh Printmakers
200 m
Castle Mills 1 Dundee Street Castle Mills
The Counter
340 m
Narrow boat on the Union Canal
Topkapi Kebab House
340 m
107 - 109 Fountainbridge Street
Fieldwork
340 m
105 Fountainbridge
Bite Me sandwich bar
330 m
167 Morrison Street
Milk
430 m
232 Morrison Street
Thomson's Bar
510 m
182-184 Morrison Street
Cafe Klaris
570 m
142 Morrison Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.6
8.6/10 based on 785 reviews
Rowan
United Kingdom, January  2025
6.0/10

I had a lovely stay at Brooks Hotel, which is well-located near Haymarket station. The staff were incredibly warm and welcoming, going out of their way to make my visit special. My room was cozy and clean, though it could benefit from a little refresh. The breakfast provided was delicious and filling, setting a great tone for my days exploring Edinburgh.

Rooms
7.0
My room was cozy and clean, though it could use a bit of maintenance. It had unique decor which added to its charm, but the carpet needed a good hoovering.
Service
10.0
The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. They made me feel at home, offering complimentary tea upon arrival and allowing me to drop off my bags early.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, just a five-minute walk from Haymarket station. I found it really easy to explore the city from here.
Dining
9.0
Breakfast was included in my stay, and I thoroughly enjoyed the full Scottish breakfast. It was well cooked and definitely filling, a great start to my day.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel has a cozy lounge area that was perfect for relaxing. I appreciated the honesty bar as a nice touch for socializing with other guests.
Sophia
United Kingdom, January  2025
5.6/10

I had a lovely two-night stay at Brooks Hotel, with friendly staff and an inviting atmosphere. The breakfast was impressive with a great variety, though I noticed some areas could use a bit of updating. Overall, it was a good experience, and I appreciated the unique character of the hotel despite a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The room was comfortable, but I felt that it needed a little refresh to match the modernized areas of the hotel. The quirky decor added charm, though some furnishings seemed a bit tired.
Service
10.0
The service was excellent, with staff going above and beyond, especially when they prepared an afternoon tea for us despite our late arrival. They were attentive and friendly throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
I loved the hotel's location as it was just a short walk to the Royal Mile and plenty of trendy bars and eateries nearby. It was perfect for exploring the city.
Dining
9.0
Breakfast options were extensive and delicious, particularly the freshly cooked items like the eggs Benedict. The afternoon tea was also good, although I wished for a bit more variety in the snacks.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a cozy lounge area with a lovely fire, perfect for unwinding after a long day. However, I found the overall decor and some furnishings in common areas could be improved.
Olivia
United Kingdom, January  2025
7.4/10

My stay at Brooks Hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The staff were super friendly and welcoming, which made me feel right at home. However, I did encounter some issues like dirty pillowcases and a late room service with towels. Overall, the hotel has a great vibe and is in a fantastic location, just a short walk from the city center, but some areas definitely need a bit of sprucing up.

Rooms
6.0
My room was clean and quite modern, though there were some quirks like stained pillowcases and a window without a voile, which was a bit awkward. The radiator settings were locked, so that was a bit of a pain too.
Service
8.0
The staff were genuinely nice and went out of their way to help me. Even though I had some hiccups with my stay, they handled my concerns with promptness, which I appreciated.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly located for exploring Edinburgh, just a ten-minute walk to the castle and other attractions. Super convenient for sightseeing!
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was a total win-so many choices! I loved the full Scottish option. However, the afternoon tea was kinda disappointing with stale sandwiches and dry cake.
Facilities
7.0
I enjoyed the quirky honesty bar where you help yourself and write down your order. Nice touch! But I did notice the carpets could use some updating and certain areas felt a bit dated.
Victoria
United Kingdom, December  2024
6.0/10

My stay at Brooks Hotel was a mixed experience. I was impressed by the warm and welcoming staff, who made me feel at home. but I noticed some areas in need of improvement. The location was fantastic for exploring Edinburgh. however, the cleanliness and some room facilities could use upgrades.

Rooms
5.0
I stayed in a 'deluxe' room that had some charm, but it was starting to show its age with tired decor and a small TV awkwardly mounted. The bed was comfortable, but I did experience some issues like a leaking sink, which detracted from my comfort.
Service
8.0
The staff were really friendly and accommodating, quickly addressing some of my concerns. they really tried to make my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect, just a short walk to Haymarket Station and close enough to attractions like the Royal Mile. ideal for sightseeing.
Dining
6.0
Breakfast was decent with some good options. although the croissants were stale, the full Scottish breakfast was enjoyable and cooked well.
Facilities
5.0
I appreciated the cozy lounge area with the honesty bar. but I found the overall cleanliness standards could be better, especially in the common areas.
Jayden
United Kingdom, November  2024
6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Brooks Hotel. The location is solid for exploring the city, and the staff were always warm and welcoming, which added a nice touch to my stay. However, I did run into some issues like missing towels and a less-than-impressive afternoon tea. Overall, while there were some flaws, the charm of the hotel and its friendly staff made it a decent choice for my visit.

Rooms
6.0
My room was clean and nicely decorated, but it had some problems. There were no towels when I arrived, and one window was missing a voile. Unfortunately, when I returned to the room after a long day, my door was left wide open, which was concerning.
Service
8.0
The staff were very friendly and attentive, quickly addressing my requests. They even provided towels promptly when I asked for them after they were initially missing.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, just a short walk from the city center. It made exploring the attractions of Edinburgh really easy for me.
Dining
6.0
While the full Scottish breakfast was a highlight and absolutely delicious, the afternoon tea was disappointing with stale sandwiches. I'd recommend sticking to freshly cooked items.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel featured a cozy lounge and a quirky honesty bar, which made for a fun atmosphere. However, some aspects, like the lack of a bath mat, needed attention.
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:30
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at GBP 18 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 8.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
58
Former name
Herald House

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