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Thistle Edinburgh, The King James, Edinburgh

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About the Hotel

107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3SW

Thistle Edinburgh, The King James offers a blend of modern comfort and historical charm in Edinburgh's vibrant New Town. This 3-star hotel is strategically located less than 2 km from major attractions such as Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Moreover, the hotel combines a warm Scottish welcome with contemporary amenities, making it suitable for both business travelers and tourists. Guests can enjoy easy access to the city's cultural and architectural riches, with upscale boutiques and eateries in the vicinity.

Location

Situated in New Town, the hotel is within walking distance of key attractions, including the historic Royal Mile and the Scottish National Gallery. Public transportation options, such as bus and taxi stops, are conveniently located just yards from the hotel entrance, facilitating easy exploration of the city. The central location makes it particularly appealing to both business and leisure travelers looking to experience Edinburgh.

Rooms

The hotel features modern en suite rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can choose from various room types, including spacious king-size rooms with work desks and single rooms with seating areas. Each room has a private bathroom, hairdryer, and essential toiletries. The decor is clean and contemporary, though it may lack the distinct Scottish touches found in other accommodations.

Eat & Drink

Guests can dine at Craig's Restaurant, offering a menu of Scottish and European cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. For lighter fare, the Boston Bean Company bar serves drinks and bar snacks, making it a popular spot for casual dining. A full cooked breakfast is available every morning to provide a hearty start to the day. The dining venues offer a mix of local flavors and comfortable settings for guests to enjoy their meals.

Leisure & Business

Thistle Edinburgh, The King James is equipped to cater to business needs with various meeting and event spaces available. The hotel also provides amenities such as BT Openzone wireless broadband access, irons, ironing boards, and safes for guests' convenience. The overall atmosphere caters to those visiting for work or pleasure, enabling a productive and enjoyable stay.

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Edinburgh500 m
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 13.7 km
Dundee (DND) 96.4 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station300 m
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant buffet
  • Cafe
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Wardrobe
  • In-room desk
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Room toiletries

Media

  • Television
  • Direct dial telephone
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Location

107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3SW
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107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3SW
Nearby
St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road
Calton Hill
390 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
560 m
32 Calton Hill
Nelson Monument
400 m
Monument
Scott Monument
450 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
560 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
500 m
Church
Mercat Cross
590 m
Picardy Place
Sherlock Holmes Statue
370 m
Restaurants
Waterloo bar Edinburgh
140 m
waterloo Place
Rabbie's Cafe
130 m
6 Waterloo Place City of Edinburgh
McDonald's
260 m
3 Waverley Bridge
Sushi Stop
410 m
80 Princes Street Unit L5

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
80%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Friendly staff
Attention to detail
Older decor
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
7.4
Location
9.1
Service
8.7
Dining
7.5
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 10 reviews
8.4
8.4/10based on 1531 reviews
Andrew
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.0/10

The hotel is perfectly located in the center of Edinburgh, just off Princes Street, making it ideal for sightseeing and shopping. The rooms, although a bit dated, were spacious and comfortable. The service was attentive and welcoming. The dining experience offered a varied and replenished buffet service. Overall, a good value for the price, especially during the festival season.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, although some decor could be updated.
Service
8.0
The staff was attentive and welcoming, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the center of Edinburgh, just off Princes Street, within easy walking distance of major attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very nice with a good buffet service and attentive staff.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers great facilities to enhance the stay.
Bob
United Kingdom, March  2024
8.2/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms that are clean and comfortable, staffed with friendly and courteous employees. The noise level might be a concern in select rooms but overall, more than adequate for a pleasant stay. The location is superb for sightseeing and shopping, and the dining options, while extensive, may have some issues. Overall, a great value for money choice in a convenient city center location.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, slightly smaller but more than adequate.
Service
9.0
The service was extremely professional, courteous, and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent for exploring Edinburgh's main attractions and shops.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was extensive, but some issues were noted.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are convenient and well-maintained.
Trevor
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.4/10

The hotel is ideally located for exploring the city, with easy access to key attractions and shopping areas. The rooms vary in noise levels but are well-equipped. The staff are accommodating and go out of their way to assist guests. The dining options are varied and delicious, offering a satisfying meal experience. Overall, a great value for a stay in a convenient location.

Rooms
7.0
My room faced Leith Street and was very noisy with vehicles and shouting even at 3 am. However, the room overlooking Leith Street was at the front but luckily didn't have a problem with noise.
Service
9.0
The staff are very easy going and friendly. They even helped us with an incident that happened within our party.
Location
9.0
The location is ideal for exploring the city's tourist attractions and shopping areas, with easy access to Waverley Station. Plus, we received a free suite upgrade due to a mix-up, making our stay even more enjoyable.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was equally impressive, with a great selection of both hot and cold dishes. The continental and traditional cooked breakfasts were quite nice.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are great, and the hotel offers everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Percy
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.8/10

I had a comfortable stay at this hotel with an excellent location, though some areas needed attention to detail. The rooms were spacious and clean, but a few decor elements could use refreshing. The service was welcoming and efficient, and the location was ideal for easy access to major attractions. The dining experience was great, with good quality options available.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with an excellent location.
Service
9.0
The staff was welcoming, efficient, and helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in the best location ever, just a short walk from Princes Street and within walking distance of major attractions.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with plenty of choice and good quality ingredients.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were very good, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Great location
Attention to detail
Colin
United Kingdom, December  2023
8.6/10

The hotel's location is superb, with easy access to the shopping center next door and a short walk to many attractions in Edinburgh. The rooms are clean and well-equipped, though on the smaller side without the option to open windows. The service is exceptional, with genuinely caring and helpful staff. Dining offers good value for money with varied choices, while the facilities meet expectations.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are comfortable, clean, and come with all the essentials like a kettle and TV, although they are a bit small and lack the ability to open windows.
Service
9.0
The staff here are really a standout feature - friendly, pleasant, and extremely helpful during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is the best thing about it - near Waverley Station, the tram, and all the major sights of Edinburgh, making it convenient to explore the city.
Dining
8.0
Dining at this hotel provides good value for money with a wide selection and quality ingredients, although the buffet may be considered standard.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities are in line with what you'd expect from a good hotel, offering everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Great Location
Small Rooms
Niall
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.0/10

My stay at this hotel was overall pleasant. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, but I was a bit disappointed that there was no fridge. The service was top-notch, with staff being very polite and attentive. The location couldn't have been better, with easy access to key attractions and shopping areas. Dining options were decent, but there were some inconsistencies in service quality. The facilities were satisfactory, though some areas could use improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The room was comfortable and clean with nice crisp bedding and fluffy towels. It was spacious, but lacked a fridge, which was a bit disappointing.
Service
9.0
The staff were very pleasant and helpful, always ready to assist. I appreciated their proactive attitude.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great, near key attractions like Princes Street and The Edinburgh Playhouse. Very convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was mixed, with decent options available but some days experiencing service issues. There's room for improvement.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, but there is some room for enhancement to meet the expectations of all guests.
friendly staff
inconsistent dining
Frances
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a pleasant one overall. The rooms were a good size with a great view over the city and offered plenty of facilities, although the decor was a bit tired and needed some updating. The location was perfect for exploring the city, being close to transport links and attractions. The dining experience was satisfactory, and the service from the staff was exceptional. However, to fully enjoy your stay, keep in mind some minor drawbacks like the dated room decor and the average dining options.

Rooms
8.0
The room was a decent size and had all the basic amenities, including a tea and coffee maker which was a nice touch. The traditional shortbread biscuits added by the staff were a lovely surprise daily.
Service
9.0
The staff were very friendly and went above and beyond to help us with advice on the surrounding area and attractions.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect for a weekend stay, close to the train station and within walking distance of all attractions in both the new and old town.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good quality, and while the restaurant was a bit small and busy at times, the staff worked hard to accommodate guests as quickly as possible.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Basil
United Kingdom, July  2023
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. While the rooms were clean and comfortable, the view of a brick wall was disappointing for a luxury stay. The service from the staff, on the other hand, was excellent, with pleasant and helpful individuals. The location was great, right in the city center, although the worn-out condition and parking machine issues were drawbacks. The dining experience was exceptional, especially the warm pancakes for an early start. The facilities were decent but could use some improvements.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, despite looking onto a brick wall, were clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff provided excellent service, they were pleasant, friendly, and very helpful.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location right in the city center was convenient, with easy access to many attractions.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was exceptional, especially the warm pancakes and wide selection of fresh foods.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent but could use some improvements.
Margaret
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were a bit tired and grubby looking, but the staff were lovely and it was good value for money. However, the noise could be an issue with party people. It's a mixed bag, but overall not too bad.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms had certainly not been recently done and looked tired, but they were spacious. The bed was not very comfy with horrid zipped singles, and the lack of a fridge was disappointing. The bathroom was small and quite tired.
Service
9.0
The staff were most polite and helpful, attending to seating and coffee/tea requirements. They checked if our room was ready, allowing us to check in straight away.
Location
8.0
The location was great, walking distance to city center attractions, museums, the castle, and shopping.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit poor with limited choices and old saggy chairs. Not the best start, although the homemade ice-cream may have redeemed it for some.
Facilities
7.0
The communal hallways could do with some TLC, but the facilities were okay for the price paid.
James
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-good experiences. The rooms, although a bit dated and in need of a refresh, were still clean and tidy with a massive bed and an excellent shower. However, the road noise was a downside. The service was friendly overall, but the lack of enough staff during busy times was noticeable. The location was excellent, just off Princes Street, making it easy to explore the city center. The dining experience had some hiccups with breakfast not being ready early enough, but the food itself was enjoyable. The facilities were decent but could use some improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and tidy but in need of updating, although the bed was massive and the shower excellent.
Service
7.0
The staff, except for a teenage bartender, were very helpful and friendly, making me feel at home.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is amazing, just off Princes Street, offering easy access to the city center attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had some communication issues causing delays, but the food was well presented and thoroughly enjoyable.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent but have room for improvement.
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