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Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, near Edinburgh Castle

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Bar (on property)
Reception
Triple Room
Lounge
Lounge

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

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69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH4 3DG
  • Place, Dean Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Executive Room

Double or Twin Executive Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Club Double Room Without a Window

Club Double Room Without a Window

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Club Twin Room Without a Window

Club Twin Room Without a Window

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room Sleeps 3

Highlights

Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Double Or Twin Room (No Window)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Double Or Twin Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Sleeps 3)

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Club Double Room Without A Window

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh places you in the centre of Edinburgh, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Princes Street and George Street. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this West End hotel include Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket.

What's nearby

  • Dean Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • George Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 11 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wee Vault Edinburgh - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Platform 5 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Palmerston - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Dean Coffee Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Old Pal - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Hotel with a bar, near Edinburgh Castle
As a guest of Britannia Hotel Edinburgh, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Britannia Hotel Edinburgh also features a front desk safe and a television in common area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Edinburgh hotel.

  • 178 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh offers 178 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a bath.

This Edinburgh hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (GBP 7.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 to 14 for adults and GBP 6 to 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out time is 11 AM on Saturday and Sunday.
There are 60 parking spaces at the property. All guests using the car park must register their car details at reception. Failure to do so could result in a parking penalty. The car park is operated by a third party.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of GBP 50 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 12 to 14 for adults and GBP 6 to 7 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 7.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: GBP 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh?

As of 2 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$105.06, 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.

Is parking available at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh?

Yep, Britannia Hotel Edinburgh has a self car park with in/out privileges for GBP 7.50 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Britannia Hotel Edinburgh?

The closest beach to Britannia Hotel Edinburgh is Portobello Beach (7 km).

Does Britannia Hotel Edinburgh serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors give a thumbs up to the English brekkie here! Offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh?

No, Britannia Hotel Edinburgh does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 1327 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1327 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 329 out of 1327 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 250 out of 1327 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 250 out of 1327 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. It’s basic, beds were comfortable and shower was great. Huge breakfast options included in our stay and was cheap! Bus right out the front but a taxi service was available through the front desk. £8 to the heart of Edinburgh. But can be walked in about 35 mins. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

George, Penticton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I booked a room with three beds for me, my son and my brother in law. When I checked in, they said I had a room with three beds but when I got to the room, it only had two beds. As we had had a busy day and were about to go out for the evening we just rested in the room and I decided to tell the front desk about the problem on my way out so that they could remedy it while we were out. When I got to the front desk, they asked how long we had been in the room, and I said about an hour and they said well if you don’t tell us in the first five minutes you are stuck with the room. I was so incredulous at this attitude that all I could say was “you’ve got to be kidding” but they stuck to their guns. No apology, no attempt to make the problem go away, just a brick wall of attitude. I suppose running a hotel in Edinburgh makes it too difficult to actually give your customers the hospitality and service they are paying for. I also noticed a sign that said swearing at or otherwise abusing employees will not be tolerated. I have never seen such a sign in a hotel. I guess this hotel must need that sign because if that’s the way they treat their guests, they must have frequent episodes of such abuse. I was half expecting Basil Faulty to come out of the office. Ridiculous hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good failure for money. The breakfast in the morning was affordable and good value. All in all we would probably stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Warren, Liverpool

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mariel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It's pk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hear me out

I booked this hotel for 3 nights without reading the reviews, since it looked nice enough in the pictures and was very cheap compared to others in the area. I then read the reviews and they actually stressed me out so much that I tried to cancel my booking. turns out britannia hotels don’t refund cancellations, so I gingerly prepared to bring my boyfriend to the ‘worst hotel in edinburgh’. and guess what, it was fine! upon rereading the 1-star reviews, it is apparent that some people are unfamiliar with the concept of a budget hotel in general. no, they will not carry your bags to the room for you or provide room service, because this is not gleneagles. there are scuff marks on the walls and the lift has seen better days - both of which are different to actual dirt, and won’t harm you. if you’d feel personally offended that the staff didn’t paint over a scratch on the skirting board especially for you, maybe book a different hotel. we have stayed in the much higher rated easyhotel (another budget hotel with a windowless option) and agreed that the britannia was much nicer. the bathroom was very clean and spacious, with a hot shower and toiletries. the bed was firm but not uncomfortable. location was great, next to a pretty river and about a 20 minute walk to the city (passing cafes and nice views). can’t speak for the food as we ate elsewhere, but there is a bar open until 1am. honestly if you just need somewhere to sleep after being out all day, can’t really fault this
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing special, just the bare basics available. Nothing wrong with it, just dated and no daily service to rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Denis

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfriendly staff ,stayed 3 nights no room service whatsoever, apart from that clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First room did not have double bed which we specified. No bother we were given a different room with double bed. Much better room with a nice view as well. Staff accommodating and friendly. Did not use WiFi or dining room as we wanted to look around Edinburgh in the two days we had. Great location and will be booking again when we get the chance. Loads to see!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Clare

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel could do with bejng updates, very tired rooms, one pillow, poor shower, mould on the bath taps. The breakfast was very poor, pancakes were hard, hash browns were broken in pieces. It just was not value for money. The reception staff who checked us in was the only real positive, they allowed us to movw rooms without fuss.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sergei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, but it needs a bit of an uplift: some doors won't close properly, etc. It was a good stay in general, but the bar was mostly empty with what looked like no barman at the bar. The location was not bad, however prepare for a nice 10-15 min. walk to the area where you coud have a lunch or dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wish I had slept in my car

Disgusting hotel. Service fine enough. Conditions are actually so horrendous it is insulting to any traveller. There are midges (biting insect for those who don’t know) INSIDE the building, swarming under the light in the hallway. But don’t worry … they are ALSO in your room. I slept over the sheets, my girlfriend slept under… both of us trying to avoid bugs if you know what I mean. Public hair in the bathtub. The bathroom smells of human feces (yes, it really does). I didn’t dare eat there. This place is nasty. No one should book it. The building is old and should be properly cared for and shown some respect. So should the guests. Just a complete joke- the value of this hotel is horrible. It is BY FAR the worst hotel I have stayed in in my life. Motel 6 in USA is actually finer in many ways. HAHA. LISTEN TO THE REVIEWS AND ALWAYS CHECK THE REVIEWS.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marinella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cauzione per il cane. Unico su 14 hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Helena

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deanne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lacklustre check-in staff. Although original girl when our room wasn’t ready was smiley and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hannah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Essentially paid £100’s for storing luggage

Arrived at 1300 to check in earlier, was refused and told to come in after 1500, which I told them that I was unable to until extremely late. He assured me I could do that so I left for the event, I asked if I can leave my luggage in the meantime, he agreeed. I arrived after the event to find out my booking was cancelled and was refused a room unless I pay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Busy time with lots of festivals on but the hotel managed, the common lounge area and outside area was a nice retreat from from the busy reception bar / food area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025