Thistle Edinburgh, The King James

Thistle Edinburgh, The King James

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Thistle Edinburgh, The King James
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Overview

The elegant 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel is a short walk to Edinburgh Underground City and features a currency exchange and a lift. This Edinburgh hotel is in New Town, initially built response to the deterioration of the medieval Old Town in the 18th century, within a 10-minute drive of such natural sights as Holyrood Park.

Location

Located around a 5-minute walk from the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse", the property lies approximately 20 minutes' walk from shopping venues such as Stockbridge Market. Standing only a 9-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close, the Thistle Edinburgh, King James is in close proximity to Nelson Monument. There is Arthur's Seat hike 10 minutes away by car, and Edinburgh bus station approximately a 10-minute walk from the elegant accommodation.

Guests can easily reach Dundee airport, which is 100 km away.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. The hotel is just near Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant restaurant with its Nepali dishes.

Leisure & Business

Business travellers are welcome to use a conference room offered on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site at GBP 8 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full english breakfast at the price of GBP 10 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
All children  0 - 2 years:  Cot  FREE
Existing beds  FREE
All children  3 - 12 years:  Existing beds  FREE
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:143
Former name
the king james thistle hotel
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

GBP 8 per day

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant buffet

Cafe

Laundry
Lift
Meeting facilities

Business centre

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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Essential information about Thistle Edinburgh, The King James

💵 Lowest room price 106 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.4
✈️ Distance to airport 13.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

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107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3SW
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107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3SW
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels 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
Restaurant
Waterloo bar Edinburgh
140 m
Restaurant
Rabbie's Cafe
130 m
Restaurant
McDonald's
260 m
Restaurant
Sushi Stop
410 m

Reviews of Thistle Edinburgh, The King James

8.6 /10
Great
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Location9.4
Rooms10.0
Service10.0
Dining10.0
Facilities7.2
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  • J
    James
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 06 Jul
    Perfect
    9.0

    The location of the hotel is great for exploring the city, being close to restaurants, the centre of Edinburgh, and the Playhouse. It is also conveniently located right opposite the Omni centre, providing easy access to shopping and entertainment options. the staff at the hotel are friendly and helpful, providing excellent service throughout our stay. the breakfast offered at the hotel is delicious and fulfilling, with a hot buffet selection to choose from.

    The rooms at the hotel could use some updating to be more modern and comfortable.

  • Wrote a review on 04 Jul
    Great
    8.2

    Location to main Edinburgh attractions. Comfortable,modern rooms, well equiped. Clean bedrooms/bathrooms and common areas. Availability of car parking(limited). Good selection at breakfast

  • T
    Trevor
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 03 Jul
    Very good
    7.0

    Omni centre is just a short distance away. Nearby hongfu noodle bar - grate place to chill out. Liked the location, it was MARVELLOUS.

  • K
    Kay
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 03 Jul
    Nice
    6.8

    Great location just off the main street, plenty of breakfast choices, and helpful and informative staff.

    Decor needs updating and lack of soundproofing, causing noise from the street to be heard at all times.

  • Wrote a review on 02 Jul
    Nice
    6.8

    Location

    Unfriendly staff, stains and dirty windows. Very old equipment. Less value for greater money than I expected.

  • Wrote a review on 01 Jul
    Perfect
    9.8

    The room was good value for money

    There was no tea/cofee available in the room

  • T
    Thomas
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 26 Mar
    Perfect
    9.6

    This hotel is great value for money, with reasonable prices and attention to detail. Its location in the centre of the city makes it easy to walk to many major attractions. The rooms are well-equipped with all the necessary facilities, and the staff are friendly and attentive. The breakfast included in the rate is a fantastic way to start the day, with a good selection of hot dishes and delicious pastries.

    All was more than satisfactory.

  • Wrote a review on 25 Mar
    Perfect
    9.6

    Central Location

    No free parking available when we checked in and no refund when we were not able to arrive on Wednesday due to volcanic eruption in Iceland. Our flight could not fly until Thursday morn.

  • Wrote a review on 23 Mar
    Great
    8.0

    The perfect place to stay in the centre of Edinburgh. Close to everything and at a bargian price.

  • S
    Steve
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 05 Mar
    Perfect
    9.2

    The location of this hotel is absolutely fantastic, situated right in the heart of the city center within easy walking distance of all major attractions. It is also conveniently located within the St James shopping center, making it ideal for those who love to shop. The staff at this hotel are friendly and attentive, providing excellent service throughout our stay. The rooms are well equipped with all the necessary facilities and the beds are comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep. Additionally, the breakfast included in the rate offers a range of reasonably priced ingredients, with hot dishes served on Sundays.

    All in all, our stay at this hotel was great and there was nothing to complain about.

  • Wrote a review on 02 Mar
    Great
    8.2

    Location

    Room looked very tired and it looked as though damp had been over painted

  • Wrote a review on 02 Mar
    Very good
    7.2

    Good location

    Tried to check in at 15:30 and even though check in is supposed to be at 14:00 there were no clean rooms available and the employee at the check in was not even vaguely apologetic and treated me as if I was being unreasonable for wanting to check in as I arrived. I was kept waiting for over half an hour and the room still wasn't ready and I had to leave for an appointment so I didn't even get to take my bag up and freshen up. Any time I needed to do anything at the desk including checking out and collecting my bag it was at least a 20 minute wait as there was never more than 1 person behind the desk even though it was a busy weekend. The hotel needs maintenance as the carpets are threadbare in spots and the bathroom had mold around the taps and overflow plug. Definitely not an experience I had expected from a 4 star hotel I was very dissapointed.

  • M
    Maggie
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 20 Feb
    Nice
    6.4

    Great stay! the breakfast was incredible with a large spread of options. the staff were friendly and always willing to help. the location was perfect for our romantic escape, with easy access to the main tourist attractions and great restaurants nearby.

    The bed could have been more comfortable, but this was a minor detail when you consider all the other great aspects of this hotel. we had a wonderful time and would recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

  • Wrote a review on 24 Aug
    Perfect
    9.0

    Very central close to shops and restaurants. Nice big and confortable bed.

  • Wrote a review on 17 Aug
    Great
    8.4

    The hotel is centrally located. Bars/pubs/restos were all within a walking distance. We were lucky to get a room as soon as we arrived early in the morning. The staff were polite and helpful. The room was clean and quiet. Oh, i liked the TV programs in as much as i stayed inside.

    Breakfast is rather expensive given that in town you could find cheaper places. It is regrettable that wireless connection is not offered free of charge. And, one concierge was not very knowledgeable about things we asked. I wish the bathroom was a bit bigger, even though it had all the essentials.

FAQ about Thistle Edinburgh, The King James

Which popular attractions are located near the Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel?
You can visit General Register House, placed 200 meters from the Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel. Other interesting sights include Arthur's Seat hike (2.8 km from the property) as well as Brass Rubbing Centre (a mere 600 metres away).
Which landmarks are closest to Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel?
The Real Mary King's Close is one of the top-rated landmarks (8.8/10) placed within a 9-minute walk from Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at this elegant hotel?
Guests of this elegant hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated—9/10 according to reviews—restaurant Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant offering Nepali cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at Thistle Edinburgh, The King James?
Guests of Thistle Edinburgh, The King James can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What kinds of rooms does the 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James offer?
The 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James offers such room types as Guest Room, Suite, and Twin Room.
What is the cancellation fee in the 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel?
At the 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel, free cancellation is provided.

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