Near the University of Edinburgh, Hotel Ceilidh-donia welcomes you with warm Scottish hospitality. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, grab a drink at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 29 min walk
Restaurants
The Abbey - 12 min walk
Southpour - 12 min walk
Pizza Hut - 10 min walk
Old Bell Inn - 10 min walk
The Earl Grange Cafe - 10 min walk
About this property
Hotel Ceilidh-donia
Hotel Ceilidh-donia puts you just a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
17 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Cycling nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Picnic area
Room amenities
Be entertained
19-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Ceilidh-donia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Ceilidh-donia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Ceilidh-donia?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ceilidh-donia?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Ceilidh-donia.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ceilidh-donia?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Ceilidh-donia and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Hotel Ceilidh-donia also has a picnic area.
What's the area around Hotel Ceilidh-donia like?
Hotel Ceilidh-donia is a short 18-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 14 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park.
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Hotel Ceilidh-donia Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, and delicious with a variety of choices. (48 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
May 26, 2025
Excellent stay
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 20, 2025
Excellent stay, charming hotel
Johanna
Johanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 9, 2025
Lovely quiet rooms and comfortable beds made for a great stay. The hosts and breakfast were superb! Would stay here again.
Robyn
Robyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 14, 2025
Great hotel and staff! Also breakfast was excellent ❤️
Gabriel
Gabriel, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 26, 2025
Wonderful property with great hosts!
jamie
jamie, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
Kelly and Kevin were both very welcoming and helpful and kind and funny. They gave us many helpful tips and their guidance greatly improved our experience. The breakfast was delicious and our room was lovely. We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Ceilidh-donia.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 3, 2025
Comfortable hotel
Lovely traditional small hotel with comfy rooms and good breakfast
Angie
Angie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 16, 2024
Great stay
Strongly recommend
SHAUN
SHAUN, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
May 29, 2025
Welcoming and inviting first stop in Edinburgh. Room was quaint and clean and management was helpful. Tasty Scottish style breakfast.
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2024
Lovely stay, wonderful people and excellent breakfasts.
MARGARET
MARGARET, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 20, 2024
Amazing breakfast and comfortable stay .
Carol
Carol, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 12, 2024
Wonderful charming hotel with wonderful personable hosts
jamie
jamie, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 18, 2024
Great hotel lovely staff great quality breakfast
Simon
Simon, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 27, 2024
We enjoyed our stay at the Ceilidh-donia, very friendly, great breakfast and good transport links to the centre.
Alexa
Alexa, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 27, 2024
Friendly host, excellent stay with great breakfasts.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 13, 2024
Lovely hotel, incredibly kind and fun hosts, great location with excellent transport options to the city center, 10/10 recommend!
Kimberley
Kimberley, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 7, 2024
Our room was spacious, breakfast excellent, great location and staff deserve 6 stars! Thanks for a great stay
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 5, 2024
Lovely, friendly place to stay.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 20, 2023
Really lovely stay
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 7, 2024
Location and staff were top notch
Lydia
Lydia, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 26, 2025
Lovely single room with good size ensuite bathroom. Powerful shower. Excellent breakfast in the morning.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 19, 2024
Perfect stay for a night or two to visit Edinburgh.
Thomas Rüdiger
Thomas Rüdiger, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 12, 2023
Great stay
Friendly and very accommodating, great stay.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 9, 2023
Nice stay
Nice stay friendly staff very nice breakfast would stay again
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 22, 2024
Best hotel in Edinburgh
Family run hotel, where the owners make you feel so welcome ! We were even allowed to check in early . Breakfast was excellent.We would definitely stay here again .