Britannia Edinburgh Hotel

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Edinburgh
Aug 04, 2025 - Aug 05, 2025
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📍 69 Belford Road

Britannia Edinburgh Hotel Review

The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel, a 3-star property located in Edinburgh, is the perfect choice for a city break. The property offers an on-site restaurant and bar where guests can enjoy delicious meals throughout the day. In the morning, guests can indulge in a tasty Big Britannia Breakfast, which includes a variety of options such as a full English breakfast or lighter choices like cereals, pastries, fruit, and yogurt. For history enthusiasts, the hotel's ideal location puts them near attractions like the City of Dead Tour, where they can explore Edinburgh's dark history with gothic ghouls. Additionally, Inverlieth Park, one of Scotland's largest urban parks, offers a beautiful outdoor space for guests to explore. Charming cafés and traditional fairground amusements are also within proximity, ensuring entertainment for children even in colder months. The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel's convenient location also allows guests easy access to popular venues like the Edinburgh Playhouse and Festival Theatre, both within 1.8 miles. Furthermore, the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh's largest and busiest museum, is just a short distance away. With a range of amenities and its prime location, the property strives to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Dining at the 3-star Britannia Edinburgh Hotel is a highlight for guests. The hotel's restaurant offers the tasty Big Britannia Breakfast, allowing guests to choose from a full English breakfast or lighter options such as cereals, pastries, fruit, and yogurts. The friendly bar staff is ready to serve guests looking to unwind with a drink. Nearby, within meters of the hotel, guests can find various dining options including The Sherlock Holmes Tearoom, known for its British cuisine, and Cafe Braw, a charming café. With an abundance of bars and restaurants throughout the city, guests have a range of choices to satisfy their culinary desires during their stay at The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel.

Located in the West End, the Britannia Edinburgh Hotel is about a mile from the castle and high street, providing guests with easy access to popular attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, the Real Mary King's Close, and the Royal Mile. Despite being situated in a quiet area near the river, the hotel offers a tranquil setting while still being close to everything that Edinburgh has to offer. For transportation options, the Britannia Edinburgh Hotel is conveniently located 2.6 km from Edinburgh Waverley train station and approximately 15 km away from Edinburgh Airport, making it easily accessible for guests traveling to and from the property.

The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel offers a variety of well-appointed rooms to suit different needs. Guests can choose from various room types including standard rooms, twin rooms, and family rooms. Each room is equipped with comfortable amenities such as coffee and tea making equipment for dining convenience, a work desk for productivity, and a television for entertainment. The cozy and welcoming atmosphere is enhanced by carpeted floors and mirrors in each room. For added safety, smoke detectors are installed in all the rooms. While some bathrooms offer additional comforts like a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, others feature a tub and shower combination. Guests seeking extra comfort and space can opt for the apt villa rooms, which provide air-conditioning, a seating area, and a spacious bathroom with a separate toilet, bath, and shower. The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel ensures a comfortable stay for its guests with well-equipped and thoughtfully designed rooms.

The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel is an amazing destination for families, offering a wide range of activities and attractions. Families can enjoy peaceful scenic walks along the Water of Leith Walkway, immersing themselves in nature and enjoying the flowing streams. With its convenient location, the hotel provides easy access to various family-friendly attractions and entertainment options, ensuring that both children and adults have a memorable and enjoyable stay.

Guests at The Britannia Edinburgh Hotel have various options for relaxation. The property provides a leisure room where guests can unwind and enjoy their favorite television shows or movies. Whether guests are traveling alone or with family and friends, this leisure room offers a comfortable and relaxing space to recharge and take a break from exploring the city.

Impressions

Positives and negatives

  • Amazing pet-friendly hotel with restaurants and cafés.
  • Decent and comfortable setting in a nice quiet area surrounded by a hill and a river.
  • A 10-15 minute walking distance from Platform 5.
  • Great-sized units with all the chairs available with a tea/coffee and a hair dryer.
  • Hot beverages are included in some rates.
  • Efficient service and good facilities.
  • Rates are amazing.
  • Rare complaints about uncomfortable beds.
  • A few staff members might seem not very helpful at times.

Key Features

  • parking on site
  • wifi
  • family rooms
  • non-smoking rooms
  • restaurant
  • facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • bar
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • breakfast

Rooms

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2 guests maximum, of which 2 adults maximum
Twin Room Twin
Size: 20 m2
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Club Double Room Without a Window Double
Size: 20 m2
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2 guests maximum, of which 2 adults maximum
Club Twin Room Without a Window Twin
Size: 20 m2
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Facilities

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Leisure/ TV room

Reviews

  • Cleanliness 5.9/10
  • Comfort 6/10
  • Facilities 5.7/10
  • Free WiFi 5.1/10
  • Location 7.1/10
  • Total 5.4/10
  • Value for money 6.1/10
I had a great stay at this hotel. The hotel is located in a convenient area, just a 30-minute walk to the old town along the Water of Leith.
Couldn't fault the hotel, everything was fantastic.
The hotel's cleanliness was excellent, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. I had a comfortable night's sleep and enjoyed the breakfast provided.
Was all great.
We had a fantastic stay. The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and approachable. The location was very good, just a 10-15 minute walk from the city centre.
Nothing could have been better. Everything exceeded our expectations.
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Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 1.68 km (1.04 mi.)
  • Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One 160 m (525 ft)
  • BT Murrayfield Stadium 1.47 km (4823 ft)
  • Royal Mile 1.77 km (1.10 mi.)
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre 930 m (3051 ft)
  • Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 1.84 km (1.14 mi.)
  • St Giles' Cathedral 1.95 km (1.21 mi.)
  • Scott Monument 1.82 km (1.13 mi.)
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Britannia Edinburgh Hotel FAQ

Is Britannia Edinburgh Hotel located near the city centre?
Edinburgh city centre can be reached within a 25-minute walk from Britannia Edinburgh Hotel.
Which attractions can I visit not far from the 3-star Britannia Edinburgh Hotel?
The 3-star Britannia Edinburgh Hotel enjoys a central location within 350 metres from Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One and a 10-minute walk away from Water of Leith Walkway.
What time is check-in and check-out in the hotel?
At the hotel guests can check in from 16:00 to 23:30 and check out from 10:00 to 10:00.