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Blue Rainbow ApartHotel - Edinburgh

4.0 of 5
2 York Buildings, Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1HY, Scotland
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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newcastle
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We stayed here for 2 nights as a short sightseeing break. We have stayed here 2 times before and found these apartments well kept and nicely furnished. When we arrived we were given our 1 bedroom executive apartment. When we entered the apartment it was obvious that it had not been cleaned properly as there was food particles under the... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We stayed for five nights at the beginning of June with our three young children. In reading through the reviews and looking at some of the photos, it is apparent that the units must vary greatly in terms of layout, decor, updating and cleanliness. We clearly received a much older apartment that hadn't been updated, and everything in it was... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We had 21 people booked in for 2 nights, Fri/Sat as part of a hen party. Very good value, I had looked at 3 or 4 other apartments in Edinburgh, all which were further out of the city and more expensive, before booking Blue Rainbow. The apartments are situated right in the city, across from the National Portrait Gallery, so... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW via mobile

We were very pleased with this accommodation. Travelling as part of a Hen night group we chose this accommodation for one night in June 13. Upon arrival we had a warm welcome and talked through basic info for our stay. The room was a fantastic size for 5 guests. All the rooms had new carpets, very clean and the beds... More

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Livingston, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

A group of five ladies stayed in an executive apartment, apartment was very impressive, clean, very comfy beds. Lovely warm shower in en suite, and a lovely family bathroom too. Tea, coffee & milk provided in fridge. We are already talking about planning a girly weekend for next year and would be more than happy to stay here. Fantastic central... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Okay, yes, the rooms are huge (they mean it when they say apart-hotel, this is no studio!), the location is great, right across from the National Gallery, but it was not worth the hassle and seriously put a damper on our trip to Edinburgh. We arrived late in the evening (as we'd said) and the person working reception was rude,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

We had a brilliant stay at blue rainbow aparthotel earlier in the year. Upon arrival we were greater by a very helpful and friendly check in guest who ensured all of our needs were met. The rooms were spacious and well stocked and the beds were extremely comfortable. With only a 5 minute walk to the train station and centre... More

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Spalding, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We had a lovely stay at Blue Rainbow in the second May Bank Holiday weekend. Great central location, about a 5minute walk from the train station. The apartment was large for the two of use with a kitchen/ living room, bedroom and bathroom. However considering it was meant to be an executive apartment I was pleased that we had got... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Great location within a close proximity to bars, restaurants, shops, wonderful sights and a 5 minute walk from Waverley train station. The zoo was also a 10-minute journey in a taxi for those heading there. Originally booking a saver apartment we were pleasantly pleased upon check-in to be greeted with the news we were being upgraded to an executive apartment... More

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Glendale, Arizona, United States
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16 reviews 16 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

DO NOT STAY HERE! Don't let the very central location fool you. We checked in late at night after a very long day and they reception clerk was horribly rude, condescending, unhelpful, and all around unpleasant. We made it to our room which is huge but not very clean. There was poop in the toilet, they didn't have enough toilet... More

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Additional Information about Blue Rainbow ApartHotel - Edinburgh

Also Known As:
Royal Garden Apartments Edinburgh
Royal Garden Apartments Hotel Edinburgh
Royal Garden Apartments
Blue Rainbow ApartHotel - Edinburgh Scotland
Address: 2 York Buildings, Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1HY, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Kitchenette
Hotel Style:
#30 Luxury Hotels in Edinburgh
#47 Family Hotels in Edinburgh
Price range (per night): S$186 - 677
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Royal Garden Apartments is Edinburgh's best located Aparthotel, offering a fantastic base from which to conduct both business and pleasure. Choose from spacious one and two bedroom apartments with a lounge/dining area, kitchen and en-suite bathrooms, or one of our two penthouse apartments each with its own balcony, perfect for a family or romantic break. ... more   less 
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