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Grassmarket Hotel

3.0 of 5
94 - 96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JR, Scotland
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Bellingham, WA
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4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My wife and I enjoyed our three days at the Grassmarket very much. The staff is most helpful, and the location is perfect. There are, indeed, stairs to climb, since the lift only reaches the first floor. The rooms are very recently renovated and clean. Our room was delightfully quiet despite its propinquity to Glassmarket Street, which seems to be... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Hi Cactusck! Thank you so much for your kind review :-) I am so happy to hear that you both enjoyed your stay so much and found the staff to be friendly and helpful. We are pretty lucky to be located right in the heart of Edinburgh, and try to help our guests to make the most of it! Hope... More

Dallas, Texas, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

very nice staff! very helpful and kind however...this hotel has a quirky layout. Only good for folks who can climb tons of stairs ...not an easy thing to do with a heavy suitcase. NO PHONES in the rooms so if you have a problem you have to navigate the stairs and crazy building layout to the front desk.. One needs... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Hi Cthrn555, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent stay with us :-) I’m glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the staff to be helpful and friendly. Due to the age of the building, I understand that the layout can be a bit tricky to navigate sometimes, but the girls at... More

Yorkshire
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We stayed here 9.5.13 for 3 nights. We made the booking for 3 twin rooms and asked for them to be near each other, in February. When we checked in the rooms were on the first, third, and fifth floors. Hardly together. It was a special reunion to celebrate 30 years since we met. As has been said before the... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Hi Snowdropsy, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback regarding your recent stay with us. Firstly I’d like to apologise for the follow up time to your group’s complaint; when it was passed onto me the receptionist did not make clear that she had promised a next day response but rather that it would be replied to when... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

A must see for all, really enjoyed our stay. Cheap, cheerful and convenient!! Pleasant staff and plenty of things in the hotel to keep you entertained if the scottish weather isn't great! Free tea cakes in the room were a huge bonus! :)

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Hi Claire, Thanks for the wee review :-) Glad to see you enjoyed your stay with us and I hope you will return again! Best Wishes, Rachel Duff General Manager More

Cambridge, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Booked by chance at the eleventh hour, since I'd arrived in Edinburgh having forgotten to book a hotel. My accommodation amnesia turned out to be a blessing in disguise though! Normally accustomed to safe, staid, anodyne chain hotels, this was in complete contrast - in a good way. Excellent location, very friendly welcome, wacky decor, with bedrooms decorated with copies... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Hi FACW2013, Many thanks for your kind review about your stay with us in Edinburgh. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us in our unique hotel; clearly booking last minute it must have been fate! Hope to see you again soon, Rachel & The Grassmarket Team More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

I stayed 3 nights at the very, very centrally located Grassmarket Hotel in April, and it was probably my favourite hotel experience in Europe. The Grassmarket is quirky and fun with top notch rooms and facilities. Everything is done in good humour, and the hotel is staffed by helpful young people. The free wifi unfortunately didn't reach my room (single,... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Hi Beth, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review about your stay with us; we really appreciate all the feedback we receive from our guests. I'm so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us so much and it is fantastic to hear that you would return! You will be happy to... More

England
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16 reviews 16 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Just a one night mid week stay-was originally put off by no car parking but not a bother as the castle square is a short walk away. Nice welcome from reception desk - nice well stocked room (tunnocks tea cakes too) - bit like a Mal Maison but very genuine - will definitely stay again ----- tell em to turn... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Dave, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us! As with most hotels in Edinburgh’s city centre we cannot offer car parking, however if you give the girls at reception a call they will be able to help recommend the best places to park to suit your needs; we are very central so there are a... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Stayed one night in a comfy double and although the room was very small it was very cheap for a hotel in the heart of the old town (booked well in advance). The room was very clean and bright. Staff were very pleasant and efficient, comfy bed, great shower, tea coffee and chocolates. The hotel is linked to the bar... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Hi Puddledub, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us at The Grassmarket Hotel. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us in Edinburgh and I have passed on your kind comments to both the Reception and Housekeeping teams. As we are a listed building and not a purpose-built hotel our room sizes... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

We stayed in a Comfy room on the 3rd floor. Lets be honest,the room was tiny with almost non existent floor space however I loved it and would go back. It's clear the guys at the Grassmarket have limited space to work with but what they have done with the space it outstanding. Everything is if the highest spec from... More

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VenueGeneralManager, General Manager at Grassmarket Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Hi Stacey, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent stay with us. As our hotel is a listed building and not a purpose built hotel, each room is a different size and shape, with some rooms being smaller than others. I am pleased to hear you enjoyed our use of space and appreciated the... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Stayed one night and was very pleased. Warm and genuine welcome. Rooms are small but funky and comfortable. Nicely appointed bathroom and plenty of hot water. No wifi in room (in lobby) but i-pod dock with speaker in bathroom a nice touch. Very good location and within walking distance of Waverly rail station. Sarah at front deck was particularly helpful... More

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11 May 2013

Hi Primros, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review about your recent stay with us. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us, particularly the unique design and our fantastic location :-) I am pleased to hear Sara provided you with excellent customer service, and I have passed on your kind... More

 
 
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Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh
Grassmarket Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Address: 94 - 96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JR, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh
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Free High-Speed Internet Room Service Wheelchair access
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Ranked #75 of 142 hotels in Edinburgh
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The newly refurbished Grassmarket Hotel is the perfect choice for work and play, and is centrally located only a 10 minute walk from the Edinburgh International Conference Centre and moments from the best attractions Edinburgh has to offer including Edinburgh Castle and the historic Royal Mile. If you like to unwind after a hard day in quirky stylish surroundings, you won’t be disappointed. Our designs bring a distinctive and fresh flavour to the Edinburgh hotel market whilst incorporating traditional Scottish twists, with a few surprises along the way! The hotel has newly refurbished guestrooms, ranging from Cosy (single room), Comfy(standard twin/double) and Comfy Plus (triple or 4 singles) all complete with rainfall style showers. Can’t cope without your iPod? Pop it in our dock & kick back in sound proofed rooms. Each bedroom has a large flat screen plasma TV. Oh and if that wasn’t enough to keep you occupied, we also have free Wi-Fi. New to the city? All rooms have wall sized magnetic map that will point you in the right direction ... more   less 
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