Brooks Hotel Edinburgh
70 Grove Street, Edinburgh EH3 8AP Scotland
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#104 of 167 hotels in Edinburgh
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Early 20th century Victorian townhouse in Edinburgh city centre; offers convenient budget accommodation for business travellers and tourists. Perfect for groups, 2 minute walk to Edinburgh International Conference Centre & 10 minute walk to Edinburgh Castle.
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Paid public parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Taxi service
24-hour security
Baggage storage
24-hour front desk
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Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
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English, Polish
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98Great for walkers
Grade: 98 out of 100
130Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
32Attractionswithin 0.5 km
70 Grove Street, Edinburgh EH3 8AP Scotland
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The rooms were musty with stained carpets and the rooms were not secured well. The pics Don’t reflect the true state of the hotel, ..it is tired and is in need of paint, new carpet. We have stayed in many hotels while in Europe and this wins the prize of being the worst. The young man at the front was kind and apologized for the state of the rooms. The place has bugs in lobby and a musty smell there also. It’s not a safe neighborhood either, which the taxi driver even agreed with. The ratings this hotel has received have been set by family members and friends .
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Stayed for 2 nights - room was ok - everything was a bit shabby and tired - had to ask for a kettle then the hairdryer then to unblock the sink . Staff were friendly. Useful to have the car park option. Didn’t have breakfast as we ate at Loudons and the juice bar which were close by - both excellent. Bed was ok - wouldn’t be my first choice if I came back but useful to know about
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Rooms very tired looking. Bed uncomfortable as we’re the pillows. I have thrown better pillows away! Clearly they spend no money on the rooms. We paid £300 for a two night stay + £30 parking. I guess this is cheap for Edinburgh. Having said that I would definitely stay elsewhere if I visit again. Breakfast very basic. Only good thing the staff were very nice. The photo on their site is deceiving our room looked nothing like their photo. Our tv only had two channels working and it’s a tiny tv too. Out of all the hotels I have stayed in i was pleased to leave this one.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Don’t stay here, find somewhere better. Wished I had.
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Bought this from Wowcher and it was worth the money. Lovely little hotel just outside city centre. Doesn't look like much from outside. Could do with paint job but inside very different. Staff looked after us and Thanks to all of them. Nothing was too much trouble. I would go back there.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Bus stop to buses round corner and we used it to get buses into and from city. Saved a fortune...
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Very nice rooms and friendly staff. Great service. Has a pleasant common room with board games and comfy seating. The downside is that it's not super centrally located, it's about a 30 minute walk to get to the town centre and various sights.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Felt a bit deceived. The website photos all look lovely, boutique hotel it says, looks lavish and reasonably priced. Staff were nice and friendly, the place was clean and the location was ok. However I’m surprised they still hold their 3-star rating, definitely a 2-star, tired looking, in-need-of-renovating hotel. Everything about it felt cheap, breakfast was mainly via Aldi, the furniture were from IKEA and the towels from Primark. If you want a cheap & cheerful hotel, this is it, if you want a boutique hotel look elsewhere.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Colly Wobbles wrote a review Apr 2023
South Queensferry, United Kingdom24 contributions5 helpful votes
Stayed for a single night for an event next morning so wasn't looking for anything fancy or expensive - just needed it to be easy, clean, and comfortable. The Brooks didn't achieve this. Location was ok - streets were noise at night but to be expected in town on a Saturday evening. Not having double-glazed windows made it noisier than it could have been and somewhat colder too. The welcome at reception was lukewarm at its very best. Room was clean and roomy which was fine although it is very tired looking and badly in need of some fresh decor. Bed extremely uncomfortable - think it may actually have been broken it was so soft and sagging. Noise from adjoining rooms was ridiculous from people banging walls and shouting drunks. I slept very poor as a result despite using the earplugs which I'm glad I took but wasn't enough. All in all, I won't be back and I would not recommend.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Take earplugs.
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Avoid this hotel like the plague!!! Wowcher deal given to us as I present but unfortunately wasn’t able to attend due to the snow. We tried to contact the hotel at the start of the week with their phone lines being down, also email and messenger with no reply. They are not willing to book us back in or give a refund to wowcher. We also paid the extra £75 for a weekend and not received that back either. Looking at the other reviews this hotel needs shutting down!!! We were willing to except another date but they wouldn’t accommodate any of them, even into July. I will be taking this further as it’s a disgrace.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Just don’t bother.
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Don’t feel welcome. Wowcher deal. Sad afternoon tea with pathetic sandwiches unfortunately. Was edible but almost feel as if they are expecting you to want a refund and not be happy and are surprised that you have ate the sad pickled onion and flimsy egg sandwiches. It’s quiet upsetting. Seems family ran by Indian people who don’t care. Lying awake not wanting to go for breakfast unfortunately at this point when though it’s included. Want to figure out how to get a refund or credit without any hassle. Room is okay but it’s the feeling as soon as you enter and they have the check to ask for king upgrades and parking charge. :/ when people book Wowcher sometimes it’s a anticipated trip away and this is just sad. Not all that happy with the lack of hospitality and warmth in saying here.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The pictures shown on the website are very misleading and therefore not to be trusted. We arrived at the hotel. Staff were friendly and we booked in, arranged time for breakfast and were allocated room 305. We got to the room and first looks count. Run down, shabby furniture with cheap decoration. 2 single beds pushed together with a very thin mattress. Tv did not work and we immediately booked a premier Inn, made our excuses as to why we were leaving and left. This was not cheap either as it was a wowcher deal and for this price we could have got bed and brakfast at £85 a night plus dome afternon tea for 50, costing only a fiver more than we paid brooks. And it was a good 45 minutes walk from train station too. Avoid these sort if deals.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Avoid at all costs
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PRICE RANGE
US$140 - US$203 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
herald hotel edinburgh
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Herald House Hotel
LOCATION
United KingdomScotlandEdinburghWest End
NUMBER OF ROOMS
45
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brooks Hotel Edinburgh
Which popular attractions are close to Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Nearby attractions include Escape Reality Edinburgh (0.2 km), Escape Edinburgh Morrison Street (0.4 km), and The Raging Bull (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and breakfast buffet.
What food & drink options are available at Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Guests can enjoy a lounge, breakfast, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Yes, paid public parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Conveniently located restaurants include French Creperie Le Petit Cafe, GF, and Fountain Cafe.
Are pets allowed at Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to Brooks Hotel Edinburgh?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Palace of Holyroodhouse (2.6 km), The Real Mary King's Close (1.5 km), and Edinburgh Vaults (1.7 km).
Is Brooks Hotel Edinburgh accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.