Historic Setting: Thistle Residence in Edinburgh is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment.
Comfortable Accommodations: Each room features a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, and electric kettle. Guests can enjoy a TV and wardrobe for added comfort.
Modern Amenities: Free WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity for all visitors.
Prime Location: Located 17 km from Edinburgh Airport, the guest house is close to attractions such as Arthurs Seat (1.4 km) and Edinburgh Castle (3.4 km). Boating, kayaking, and canoeing are popular activities in the surrounding area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
“This place is a gem that we found by accident. The rooms are very stylish (in a lovely, traditional way), and I really liked the idea of naming the rooms. The beds were super comfy. The young man who checked us in was very nice. The residence...”
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Attila
Hungary
“Small hotel in a peaceful part of Edinburgh, outside of but well connected to the centre.
Spacious room. Relatively low price compared to other hotels.
Nice staff and owner!”
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Lise81
Norway
“Its not far form the city so you can walk or you can take the bus not far from the hotell. The Staff was very kind.”
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Natalia
Poland
“Very clean room
Private bathroom
Comfortable beds
Helpful and friendly hosts
Convenient access to the city center”
Hazel
United Kingdom
“Really nice guest house in a very quiet area just off Dalkeith Road . I was in a small single room at the top of the house, very cosy, clean and all I needed. I had the use of a private bathroom which had a great shower and which was immaculately...”
Katharina
Switzerland
“It's very close to the main road with bus station, but still in a side road quiet enough not to be disturbed by traffic.
Nice charming old house in a nice residential neighbourhood.
Short walk to Campus, near the hills for a nice walk, walkable...”
Bright
Germany
“Victor was really helpful. I like the fact that he was always available.”
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Nina
United Kingdom
“Great location, very helpful staff. The single room was large enough for a chair and table so not a total squeeze. High ceilings and old sash window gave the authentic old Edinburgh feel which was nice. Quiet location, very accessible by walking...”
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Anonymous
South Africa
“The staff were friendly, and very helpful. I found the room to be comfortable and suitable for my needs. I was traveling alone, the size was good for me. The facilities were neat and clean.
Thistle Residence is nicely located on the bus route...”
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Anonymous
United Kingdom
“It was clean, well decorated and very comfortable.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Thistle Residence
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular facilities
Free WiFi
House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration
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