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Cairn Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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Building design
Staircase
3 Bedroom House | In-room dining
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 10.50 per person)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5JR
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Small Double Room

Small Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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3 Bedroom House | In-room dining

3 Bedroom House

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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4 Bedroom House

4 Bedroom House

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Cairn Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .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 a garden. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Leith hotel include Royal Mile and George Street.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Down the Hatch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪1802 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪CC Blooms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lantern Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Theatre Royal Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Cairn Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Cairn Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a garden. For a fee, parking is available.

This Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cairn Hotel offers 72 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 18 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10.50 for adults and GBP 10.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 250.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.50 for adults and from GBP 10.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 18.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.

Property is also known as

Cairn Edinburgh
Cairn Hotel
Cairn Hotel Edinburgh
Hotel Cairn
Cairn Hotel Edinburgh Scotland
Cairn Hotel Hotel
Cairn Hotel Edinburgh
Cairn Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cairn Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Hotel?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairn Hotel on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$214.59, 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 Cairn Hotel?

Yep, Cairn Hotel has a self car park with in/out privileges for GBP 18.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Cairn Hotel?

The closest beach to Cairn Hotel is Portobello Beach (4.5 km).

Does Cairn Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is on offer on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cairn Hotel?

No, Cairn Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cairn Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cairn Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Cairn Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Cairn Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1013 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, check in/out was very easy. Staff were great especially Bala.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandeep, Sutton

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mintoi

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

Perfect location to visit Edinburgh

Location is perfect, close to center and yet in a quiet street, room was comfortable and clean with plenty of milk for tea and coffee which is a rarity in hotels. Nice enough breakfast and staff were very helpful, really enjoyed our 2 day stay there, plenty of restaurants around and close to the tram to go to the sea front as well as to the centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great large room, really helpful staff, excellent location. Good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

gina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is fine a little expensive for what u get not even a chair but the location convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amit, englewood

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel were really nice, and the facilites are well maintained. The area around the hotel is quiet, and there are some places to have a decent meal. The location is just 10 minutes from the central station, a big plus!! Price worthy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny rooms, thin walls, but a great place to just get a little sleep before heading to the airport. I would not want to stay in this place for more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frank

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is not well kept and the advertise having parking on site for a fee, when I got the hotel there was no parking and the staff didn’t provide any solutions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was upgraded to a very large "apartment" but it had no coffee maker or other snacks, it was odd...I had gotten used to these things on my previous two weeks in Scotland and this hotel had nothing at all in the room BUT the street and staff were lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location very comfortable spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great 3-night stay at the Cairn Hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful and the location was perfect for all the places we wanted to visit. Our room and bathroom were comfortable and clean and we had everything we needed. It was nice to have complimentary crisps, biscuits and water too. We appreciated having an electric fan in the room, as it got a little warm in there with not being able to open the windows. Would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

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

Summer trip

Location was great for the city - price wise was good too, the secure car park was brilliant and the staff were really helpful and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good staff whgonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience Staff so friendly and helpful. Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

effie s

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quiet central location. The front desk staff were polite and friendly. The room was ok but could do with a major facelift - TV etc very dated - furniture generally dated and the upholstery on the chair was dirty. I did not like the laminate flooring in the room, it was cold and dusty. The woodwork around the windows was not in good decorative order. The view out of my window into the garden was very disappointing. The garden is in serious need of attention. The carpets in the communal corridors are in need of a wash. I did not eat breakfast or visit the bar so cannot comment on that. The hotel was adequate but in future, I would choose a different place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

The room was very small, the bathroom door didn’t shut, the bed was horrible. Felt a little claustrophobic. staff was very friendly though. The royal walk is not that close, about a 15 minute walk from the hotel. If you are staying for a day or 2, it’s fine, longer than that, it’s a nope for me.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Guojin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
1101房间衣柜坏了，前台说要第二天早上才有人修，但第二天早上我们就要退房了。房间离过道们很近，外面人来来往往有些噪音。酒店位置很好
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaylee

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilets didn’t flush properly. Poor drainage in the shower. King size bed was just two twins pushed together. Not the best breakfast especially for the added expense.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025