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Black Ivy Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View
Staircase
Daily full breakfast (GBP 18 per person)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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4 Alvanley Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1DU
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Pillowtop mattress
Portable fan
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Pillowtop mattress
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Pillowtop mattress
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding available
Pillowtop mattress
  • 20 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Black Ivy Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Black Ivy, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Tollcross hotel include Grassmarket and George Street.

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grassmarket - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 4 min drive
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artisan Roast - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Montpeliers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Golf Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Ivy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hendersons - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Black Ivy Hotel

Suburban hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Black Ivy Hotel also features a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and room service (during limited hours).

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1869
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Black Ivy Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 32.80 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Black Ivy

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1869
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 for adults and from GBP 13 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Black Ivy Hotel?

Black Ivy Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Ivy Hotel?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Ivy Hotel on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$220.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Black Ivy Hotel?

The closest beach to Black Ivy Hotel is Portobello Beach (6.1 km).

What makes Black Ivy Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Black Ivy Hotel.

Does Black Ivy Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Black Ivy Hotel?

No, Black Ivy Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Black Ivy Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Black Ivy Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Black Ivy Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Black Ivy Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.