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This elegant 4-star Victorian hotel offers luxurious rooms featuring iPod docks, flat-screen TVs, sherry and shortbread. Located only 1.5 miles from the Royal Mile, with direct bus route to the city center right outside the hotel. Kildonan Lodge provides free Wi-Fi and a free private car park. Edinburgh city center is a short 10-minute bus ride from Kildonan Lodge Hotel. Each elegant room with attached bathroom is individually decorated, providing smart TVs, luxury toiletries and complimentary sherry. Some rooms have four-poster beds. Full of Victorian character, The Kildonan Lodge has a lounge with an open fire. There is an honesty bar with traditional Scottish whiskeys and local beers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 sofa bed
and
2 queen beds
2 full beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
8.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mary
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was friendly and the room was sufficient for our needs.
  • Maureen
    United States of America United States of America
    We stayed in room 8, called “the master bedroom.” As you look at the front of the lodge it’s on the top floor bay window. of the Incredible architecture, and the tall ceiling detail looked like a wedding cake. Loved the 4 poster bed. Upon...
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was great, good bar and food nearby, beds were comfortable, plenty of parking. Host was helpful and friendly.
  • Rachel
    United States of America United States of America
    The hotel was really pretty and we enjoyed the common areas! The attic room was a bit claustrophobic, but bed was super comfortable
  • Katherine
    United States of America United States of America
    Close to old area of town. Nice facilities. We first had a room in lodge, which was newer and did not look as fancy as the pictures. When we switched to a room inside I was more impressed. Easy to catch a bus or Uber. Our friends didn't like the...
  • Patricia
    United States of America United States of America
    Easy to locate when coming in to Edinburgh. The bus stop is about a house away on either side, so it makes it very easy to get on and head into the heart of Edinburgh. Staff was a lovely and attentive.  definitely will be back! 
  • Anthony
    United States of America United States of America
    The person that checked us in (Manzi), was very helpful! He spent time with us to show us where to visit and where to eat.
  • Lou
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff made us feel very welcome, nothing was too much trouble. Amazing breakfast for both me and my daughter who's 11 it was fresh and plentiful a real treat. The best poach eggs I've had! Great location with bus stop outside. Rooms was clean and...
  • Cris
    United States of America United States of America
    Good breakfast, nice staff, comfortable bed, decent size bathroom. We caught the bus right across the street from the hotel and rode ten minutes down the street to the Royal Mile. Very easy. Many buses go by the hotel and they give you a list...
  • Debra
    United States of America United States of America
    breakfast was great and we were able to check in early

Hotel area info

Amenities of Kildonan Lodge Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Garden
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English
    • Polish

    House rules
    Kildonan Lodge Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
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    FAQs about Kildonan Lodge Hotel

    • Check-in at Kildonan Lodge Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Kildonan Lodge Hotel is 1.7 miles from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Kildonan Lodge Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Kildonan Lodge Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Room options at Kildonan Lodge Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Family