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Hotel overview and key features

1 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The Guards Hotel, a 3-star property opposite Haymarket Railway Station in Edinburgh's West End, provides easy access to Edinburgh Airport via the Airlink 100 bus service. The hotel is a ten-minute walk from the city center and within walking distance of Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh Castle, and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The Haymarket area features top-quality restaurants, bars, and excellent bus links.

Varied Accommodation Options

The Guards Hotel offers 10 rooms, including a deluxe twin, singles, doubles, and a luxury four-poster suite. All rooms feature free unlimited Wi-Fi, televisions, hairdryers, and tea and coffee making facilities. The Windsor Castle suite includes a four-poster bed, roll top bath, and shower with five heads.

Bar & Nearby Dining

Guests may use The Scots Guards Club bar next door, which offers bar snacks and meals. The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant but is surrounded by diverse dining options in the West End. The Scots Guards Club also has a function room available for hire.

Local Attractions & Events

Edinburgh Zoo, set in 82 acres, features over 1000 rare animals and educational events. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo showcases performers from over 48 countries annually. Art lovers can visit the National Gallery of Scotland and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art nearby.

Guest Services & Policies

The helpful staff can assist with tickets for festivals and restaurant reservations. The hotel provides accommodation suitable for families and disabled guests, including a ground-floor Balmoral Suite. Stag and hen parties are welcome with a £250 cash deposit.

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Triple Room
Triple Room
2 persons
13 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Classic Double Room
Classic Double Room
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
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Suite
Suite
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Heating
Fireplace
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Deluxe Twin Room
Deluxe Twin Room
2 persons
9 m² 
2 Single beds
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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre
Edinburgh 1.9 km
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 11.2 km
Dundee (DND) 94.7 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 2.0 km
Bus
Bus stop600 m

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Children

  • Cots

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location info

1 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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1 Clifton Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
1.7 km
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
2.1 km
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1.6 km
Landmark
Royal Mile
1.6 km
Park
Princes Street Gardens
1.7 km
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
3.4 km
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
1.5 km
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
980 m
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
1.9 km
Botanical Garden
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
2.2 km
Landmark
Calton Hill
2.3 km
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1.7 km
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
2.0 km
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
2.8 km
Monument
Scott Monument
1.7 km
Museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland
1.3 km
Museum
Georgian House
1.0 km
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
2.0 km
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1.7 km
Stadium
BT Murrayfield Stadium
2.2 km
Square
Grassmarket
1.3 km
Farm
Gorgie City Farm
1.3 km
Landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
1.5 km
Landmark
Nelson Monument
2.3 km
Landmark
Charlotte Square
1.1 km
Church
Church of St John the Evangelist
780 m
Cemetery
Dean Village
1.2 km
Nearby
Event hall
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
520 m
Church
Saint Mary's Cathedral
300 m
Church
Charlotte Chapel
540 m
Restaurants
Le Petit Repas
50 m
2 Grosvenor Street
Dimitris
50 m
16 West Maitland Street
Sombrero
110 m
2-6 Dalry Road
Station Takeaway
110 m
10 Clifton Terrace
The Club Sandwich
120 m
11 Clifton Terrace
The Chicken Crew
140 m
25 Dalry Road
GF
160 m
37 Dalry Road
Sandwich Culture
690 m
24 Haymarket Terrace
Ola Kala Greek Grill & Deli
300 m
202 Morrison Street
Pizzeria 1926
310 m
85 Dalry Road
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