The Thistle House

3 stars
8.4
Very good
based on 495 reviews
495 reviews
1 Kilmaurs Terrace, Edinburgh, EH16 5BZ, United Kingdom
1 Kilmaurs Terrace, Edinburgh
+44 131 667 2002
Thu 24/9
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Fri 25/9
2 guests, 1 room
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£109
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Overview

Set in Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Arthurs Seat and 2.1 km from University of Edinburgh, Thistle Residence offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. Housed in a building dating from 19th century, this guest house is 2.5 km from National Museum of Scotland and 2.7 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. The Real Mary King's Close is 3.1 km from the guest house and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 3.3 km away. At the guest house, units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Edinburgh Castle is 3.4 km from the guest house, while Edinburgh Playhouse is 3.5 km from the property. Edinburgh Airport is 17 km away.
8.4
Very good
495 reviews

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£109
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
£110
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Amenities at The Thistle House

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Cribs available
  • No smoking
  • Shower

Reviews of The Thistle House

8.4
Very good
495 verified ratings
Wonderful
126
Very good
114
Good
117
Okay
44
Fair
59
Mediocre
13
Poor
22

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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2018
Pros (+) Superb house And xourteoy owners...clean superb location romantic villA
Cons (-) Wifi signal in room was not propere

Location

1 Kilmaurs Terrace, Edinburgh, EH16 5BZ

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh1.1 mi
  • Craigmillar Castle1.2 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland1.2 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.3 mi
  • Holyrood Palace1.3 mi
  • The Royal Mile1.3 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.4 mi
  • Grassmarket1.5 mi
  • Calton Hill1.6 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle1.6 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens1.6 mi
  • Princes Street1.7 mi

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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September
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£133
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Thistle House

  • The cheapest price a room at The Thistle House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £133, while the most expensive was £133.
  • How long should you stay at The Thistle House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at The Thistle House

  • Where is The Thistle House located?

    The Thistle House is located at 1 Kilmaurs Terrace in South, 1.7 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh is the closest landmark to The Thistle House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Thistle House?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Thistle House.

  • Does The Thistle House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Thistle House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Thistle House from the airport?

    The Thistle House is 8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Thistle House is 36.2 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Thistle House hotel deals?

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

1.7 mi
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8.0 mi

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