Experience the elegance of Edinburgh at 24 Royal Terrace, an upscale boutique hotel near Palace of Holyroodhouse. Relax on the garden patio or explore shopping and art on site. With in-room WiFi, a restaurant serving British cuisine for breakfast and dinner, guests appreciate the helpful staff.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 16 min walk
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 15 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 17 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk
Restaurants
Regent Bar
Jeremiah's Taproom
Valvona & Crolla - 9 min walk
Joseph Pearce - 7 min walk
Greggs - 7 min walk
About this property
24 Royal Terrace
When you stay at 24 Royal Terrace, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Shopping
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Art gallery on site
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Visual fire alarm
Vibrating pillow alarm
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Dining
DinnaTell - This bar specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 11 to 18 for adults, and GBP 5 to 12 for children
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does 24 Royal Terrace offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 24 Royal Terrace 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 24 Royal Terrace?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at 24 Royal Terrace?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at 24 Royal Terrace.
What are the check-in and check-out times at 24 Royal Terrace?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at 24 Royal Terrace and nearby?
24 Royal Terrace has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near 24 Royal Terrace?
Yes, DinnaTell offers British cuisine.
What's the area around 24 Royal Terrace like?
24 Royal Terrace is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 18-minute walk from Royal Mile and 7 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
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Reviews
24 Royal Terrace Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, beautifully presented, and accommodating of complex dietary requirements. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Very pleasant with a great breakfast. Rooms have high ceilings and overlook trees on a quiet majestic street. Very friendly staff and a large art collection to admire.
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Beautiful hotel. Quiet, lovely location. Friendly staff. Looking forward to staying there again
beth
beth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
A beautiful hotel with friendly and helpful staff
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Thanks again.
Great location. The team are always so friendly and approachable. Amazing whisky bar!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Consistently good
Always great staying here. My favourite Edinburgh hotel. Staff are all so welcoming and friendly.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
We loved our stay! Only feedback would be the glass sliding doors to the toilet mean zero privacy as a couple.
Eloise
Eloise, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
An outstanding boutique hotel in all ways imaginable. All members of the staff were exceedingly friendly and helpful. The location was perfect for a week’s exploration of Edinburgh.
Roger
Roger, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Absolutely wonderful in every way!
Kambria
Kambria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
Our Stay
Our stay was excellent lovely hotel with very helpful friendly staff
We'll definitely be back
Allan
Allan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
24 Royal Terrace was a charming boutique hotel! So cute and easily accessible to the Edinburg airport tram. Our room was on the top floor, 61 steps up with no lift, but the staff kindly carried up all of our luggage. The staff was extremely wonderful and helpful in every way! Loved this treasure of a hotel in Edinburg!
Stacey
Stacey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
A perfect place to stay. Close enough to give easy acces to town, with parking on the street.
Catriona
Catriona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Fantastic boutique hotel and super friendly and accommodating staff.
Gareth
Gareth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
A wonderful, very personal stay.
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Great stay, loved being touching distance from the city but also set back in a quiet street.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
What a find!
What a find! Such a lovely hotel- the staff couldn’t have been friendlier or more welcoming. The breakfasts were amazing and everything was of the highest quality and such a variety of dishes all freshly prepared to order. It was so conveniently situated for walking into the city centre. I cannot recommend it enough
SANDRA
SANDRA, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2023
Cutest boutique hotel with a great staff and close to everything!
Reina
Reina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Wonderful Hotel
It is always a pleasure to stay at this hotel, the interior is truly unique. I have stayed at many quality hotels in Edinburgh, but this one, is without a doubt, my favourite. Great rooms, comfortable beds, powerful showers and luxurious bath tubs. Easy on street parking. The breakfast is out of this world and must be one of the best in Britain. However best of all are the wonderful staff who are so welcoming and helpful.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
We had a really lovely stay at no 24. Such a great location and the hotel was quirky and fun, and the staff were all lovely.
The room (superior double) felt luxurious with a large roll top bath and comfy super king size bed.
Jo
Jo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2023
Quick and easy check in, gorgeous property in a lovely location. One of the most comfortable beds we’ve ever slept in.
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
Extremely comfortable apartment style hotel with the best shower in Europe. Huge living space with a kitchen and comfortable king size bed. Staff is very welcoming and location is convenient to the city on foot.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Lovely property with lots of interesting art work. Comfortable, clean and great amenities.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2023
A cozy, lovely place to stay. Staffs here are all welcoming and friendly.
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1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Had a lovely weekend. The hotel is fascinating, it was quiet and the staff were wonderful and provide a very personal service. Lovely to staff with you all. Thank you.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2024
Hidden gem in Edinburgh
This is an amazing property, with very unique features. We felt as we are staying in private apartment, with amazing art, whisky tasting room and host that possessed encyclopedic knowledge and charm.
Location is excellent with close proximity to center of the town and all the tourist attractions, but at the same time very quiet and relaxed.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2023
A lovely hotel with amazing staff - if you get a chance to do the whiskey tasting with the whiskey guy I would really recommend! It is more than a hotel, it is a beautiful art gallery and secret bar that makes it worth while!