£57.50 Avg/night
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Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

4 stars
81 Holyrood Road Edinburgh, Edinburgh, 0
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
34 reviews
Short City Break

The hotel is a short walk from the centre of the Old Town of Edinburgh, and a cut through next to... See full review

  • Foodie Groupie
  • 3 Jun 2012
City break

Excellent hotel - clean, quiet & only a short walk from royal mile. Downside - parking expensive! See full review

  • Nellie
  • 7 May 2012
A Traditional Scottish Hotel located in the heart of the Royal Mile, the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel provides convenience of the city center with the restfulness of a quiet location. Facing the Crags and Arthur's Seat, this Edinburgh hotel is close to key attractions like the Scottish Parliament, Dynamic Earth and Holyrood Park, making the ideal base for exploring the city. Boasting a self-contained business center and a private Club Floor, with an exclusive lounge, this hotel is well equipped to meet the needs of business and leisure travelers. Plan the perfect city break and take advantage of the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel's award-winning restaurant, extensive leisure and spa facilities and luxurious accommodation.

Macdonald Holyrood Hotel Rooms

CLASSIC - ROOM
Classic Double Room offers 1 queen or King Size bed. Classic Double Rooms are decorated to a high standard and feature:, a large comfortable double bed ,luxury en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV, large desk, internet connection ,complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, shoe shine service and .air conditioning.
CLASSIC - ROOM
Classic Twin Room offers two twin beds. Classic Twin Rooms are decorated to a high standard and feature:, two comfortable single bed ,luxury en-suite bathrooms,satellite TV,large desk, internet connection, complimentary mineral water, , tea and coffee making facilities, safe, shoe shine service and air conditioning.
CLASSIC - ROOM
Classic Club Floor Double offers a 1 queen size bed.Classic club floor rooms are on the private access 6th floor. All 6th floor residents have access to the club floor executive lounge where there is a daily champagne and canapé reception and honesty bar. All club floor rooms are decorated to high standard and have all the amenities offered in our classic rooms as well as luxury bathrobes, slippers and turndown service.

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Hotel Map

55.9505 -3.1779
Area served
Edinburgh.
Nearby airports
Edinburgh International Airport.
Area description
Located next to Holyrood Palace at the foot of the Royal Mile , the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel little under 10 minutes walk away from the world renowned Edinburgh Castle and a 15 minute to the shopping district of Princes Street.

Nearby points of interest

  • The Canongate: 0.1 mi
  • Dumbiedykes: 0.1 mi
  • People's Story: 0.1 mi
  • Scottish Parliament: 0.2 mi
  • Royal Mile: 0.2 mi
  • Holyroodhouse Palace: 0.2 mi
  • Holyrood: 0.3 mi
  • Jim Garrahy's Fudge Kitchen: 0.3 mi
  • Calton Hill: 0.4 mi
  • Underground City: 0.4 mi
  • Cowgate: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of Scotland: 0.5 mi
  • St Giles Cathedral: 0.5 mi
  • Royal Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Parliament House: 0.5 mi
  • The Canongate: 0.1 mi
  • Dumbiedykes: 0.1 mi
  • People's Story: 0.1 mi
  • Scottish Parliament: 0.2 mi
  • Royal Mile: 0.2 mi
  • Holyroodhouse Palace: 0.2 mi
  • Holyrood: 0.3 mi
  • Jim Garrahy's Fudge Kitchen: 0.3 mi
  • Calton Hill: 0.4 mi
  • Underground City: 0.4 mi
  • Cowgate: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of Scotland: 0.5 mi
  • St Giles Cathedral: 0.5 mi
  • Royal Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Parliament House: 0.5 mi
  • Princes Mall: 0.6 mi
  • Abbeyhill: 0.6 mi
  • Gladstone's Land: 0.6 mi
  • Writer's Museum: 0.6 mi
  • National Portrait Gallery: 0.7 mi
  • Holyrood Abbey Church of Scotland: 0.7 mi
  • National Gallery of Scotland: 0.7 mi
  • Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre: 0.7 mi
  • Outlook Tower: 0.7 mi
  • Grassmarket: 0.7 mi
  • Princes Street: 0.8 mi
  • Sciennes: 0.8 mi
  • Newington: 0.8 mi
  • Lauriston: 0.9 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle: 0.9 mi
  • Scott Monument: 0.9 mi
  • Meadowbank: 0.9 mi
  • Edinburgh Playhouse: 0.9 mi
  • Easter Road: 0.9 mi
  • Meadow park: 0.9 mi
  • Arthur's Seat: 1 mi
  • Pilrig: 1 mi
  • Marchmont: 1 mi
  • Jock's Lodge: 1.1 mi
  • Leith Waterworld: 1.1 mi
  • Trinity House: 1.1 mi
  • Canonmills: 1.1 mi
  • Georgian House: 1.2 mi
  • Restalrig: 1.2 mi
  • Mayfield: 1.3 mi

Amenities

  • Business centre
  • Concierge
  • Conference facilities
  • Fitness room
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Health club
  • High speed internet
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Wireless internet

Dining

Opus 504
Refined and stylish, Opus 504 at the Macdonald Holyrood Hotel represents a new standard in hotel dining. Take a seat by the window and watch the city go by while you dine on award-winning British cuisine in the restaurant's peaceful atmosphere. Select a fine vintage from the extensive wine list and enjoy a candlelit meal.
Piano Bar
With its open layout, dark wood paneling and traditional décor, the Piano Lounge offers a refined yet relaxed atmosphere for you to unwind in. Prepare for a meeting with a snack from the extensive lounge bar menu, or spend an evening in the bar's friendly atmosphere.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers

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Guest Reviews (34)

Ratings and reviews for Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Overall score

4.4 / 5
34 out of 34
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.5
Location:
4.3
Value:
4.2

94% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

2
Pharaoh Dog
San Francisco
29 Aug 2012

No Air conditioning for Days

If this is really a four star hotel, I'm shocked. Upon asking for the air conditioning to be fixed, I was told it wasn't working for most of the rooms. My last day I spoke with the GM on duty. She didn't seem too concerned about the lack of air conditioning.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
2
Value:
1
Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Kosta
London, UK
22 Jul 2012

Great expectations, nothing special

Very good location right off the Royal Mile. The rest was only promises. I was offered free newspaper in the morning. It never came. The drainage of the bathroom sink was blocked. The command of the air conditioning wasn't working. Nobody told me that I have to pay for the breakfast - quite expensive at £17.50. So it's mostly disappointing.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Starbucks right around the corner. It will save you £17.50 for the breakfast.

Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Foodie Groupie
Bristol
3 Jun 2012

Short City Break

The hotel is a short walk from the centre of the Old Town of Edinburgh, and a cut through next to the hotel takes you straight up to the Royal Mile in a couple of minutes. There is also a bus stop outside the front door, with buses every 20 minutes or so to the New Town and also on to Leith, for the Britannia (the bus service is excellent and great value). We visited all the usual sights but the main reason we chose Edinburgh was to sample a couple of the amazing restaurants out in Leith - truly a gourmet paradise!! The room was as you would expect for a four star hotel, and the staff were welcoming and kind. We arrived a little early but were able to go straight to our room, and were able to leave our bags after checking out while we made the most of our final day. Every request was cheerfully met and I had the impression that nothing would be too much trouble. This hotel is ideal if you prefer a quieter area and are prepared to walk a little. Edinburgh itself is beautiful and well worth a visit, we will definitely visit again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Try the lunch menus at any of the Michelin star restaurants in Edinburgh itself, or in Leith. You will have a fantastic dining experience and probably spend about the same as you would eating in the evening in a pub/restaurant. (Avoid the wine if you're on a tight budget though!)

Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Nellie
Jedburgh, Scotland
7 May 2012

City break

Excellent hotel - clean, quiet & only a short walk from royal mile. Downside - parking expensive!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

4
SamOK
OKC, OK
19 Apr 2012

Enjoyed the Hotel!

We really enjoyed the hotel and the staff had great recommendations on local places to visit. Very friendly and helpful!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Pubs and live music on the Royale Mile.

Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Yadiell
Newark, NJ, USA
17 Apr 2012

Fantastic!

I stayed at this hotel because I was participating in a race within walking distance (Holyrood Park). Upon arrival, the staff welcomed me with positive energy and smiles, accommodated me swiftly without any delay and were extremely friendly when I inquired any information from transportation to the airport to assistance with a personal matter. This is a highly recommended hotel and located close to a grocery store, restaurants, and is central to the town.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Chitchat
London, UK
22 Mar 2012

Fantastic city break

Lovely Hotel, great location. Would definately go back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Sue.1
Lancashire
20 Mar 2012

Excellent hotel, superb service and custoemr service

Having returned from a 2 night stay I must highly recommed this hotel. From arrival to departure the staff made you feel so welcome and couldnt do enough for you. The bedrooms were large and spotless as were all the public areas. We used the pool which again was spotless. Great location, few minutes walk to The Royal Mile and shopping. Would definately stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Has the most fantastic steak at a newly opened restaurant simply called 'Steak' A must!!!!!

Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Ckk66
Savannah, GA, USA
4 Nov 2011

Would go back for sure

fine 3 night stay over Halloween 2011. At far end of royal mile and a block off so pretty quiet with a good walk into new town. Staff particularly friendly and helpful. king bed was two singles together and no clock in room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Pubs offer great ambiance with good but limited menus for dinners.

Review of Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Emma N
Charlotte, NC, USA
26 Sep 2011

This hotel is a gem.

This was a lovely hotel. The room was upscale and fresh. Great air conditioning, view, furnishings, lobby. Reception staff and information desk were most helpful. Would go back here in a second!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
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