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Situated in the heart of Scotland's capital, just off the world-famous Princes Street, a short walk from Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the National and Scottish Galleries.
The hotel features Craig's Restaurant, where all the dishes are prepared using the finest local produce. For an interesting contrast, try the Boston Bean Company, an informal alternative, serving an excellent range of meals all day.
In your en suite room you'll be able to make a hot drink, with ironing facilities and a flat-screen TV (Freeview) on hand.
Jamie's Scottish Evening is the ultimate Scottish experience at the Thistle Edinburgh hotel. Ensure you make the most of your time in the capital by experiencing a Scottish banquet followed by the very best in traditional Scottish entertainment (including the famous toast to the haggis and tasting it yourself). Pre-booking is necessary and further details are available on request. Please contact the hotel directly for more information, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 15.00 per day.
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Any bookings of 10 rooms or more will be subject to client receiving a group contract directly from the hotel
You will awake refreshed after a good night's sleep in the comfortable beds.
All double rooms offer comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs with Freeview.
All twin rooms offer comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs with Freeview.
This offer is subject to availability.
This offer is subject to availability.
Craig’s restaurant serves Scottish and European dishes. It is open Monday to Saturday from 12:00 to 14:00. It offers a comfortable and relaxed ambiance with a varied menu created by the head chef using the finest local produce.
The Boston Bean eatery and bar serves light dishes and bar snacks. It is open Monday to Saturday from 12:00 to late, Sunday 12:00 to midnight. It is an informal bar offering snacks and light meals all day and offering an extensive range of drinks.
Jamie’s Scottish Evening is available daily from April to November 18:45 to 22:15. it is Scotland's longest running dinner show offering a traditional evening of Scottish music, dance and food hosted by Bill Torrance. Dare you try the haggis during the show? Bring you camera, it is worth while attending this if you are looking for a good night out. Half a bottle of wine is included with the meal.
By Car:
- From the M9 and M8, exit onto the A8.
- Follow signs for Edinburgh city centre.
- Thistle Edinburgh is located at the end of Princes Street, next to the St. James Shopping Centre.
By Train:
Waverley Central station and the Edinburgh Airport bus is 0.3 miles (0.5 km) from the hotel.
By Air:
Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles (12.9 km) away.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation