THE GUARDS HOTEL, Edinburgh

The Guards Hotel - Military-Themed West End EDI Hotel with Club Access

Located opposite Haymarket Railway Station, this 3-star EDI hotel features 11 individually furnished rooms across a 19th-century listed building. The Guards Hotel offers nine ensuite rooms and one room with a private bathroom, each equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Room configurations include two singles, two twin doubles, two doubles, one luxury double, one four-poster suite, and one triple room. The family Balmoral Suite includes a king-size bed, sofa bed, and accessibility features for disabled guests. Guests receive access to the adjoining Scots Guards Club bar, which serves drinks and bar meals. The property sits 1 mile from Edinburgh Castle, 0.5 miles from the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, and 1 mile from the Royal Botanic Garden. Seven restaurants and bars operate within 0.3 miles, while the Airlink 100 airport bus stops at nearby Haymarket Station.

Pros

Direct access to Scots Guards Club bar and function room through hotel reception

Pet-friendly policy welcomes dogs upon request

Military-themed decor reflects historical character

10-minute walk to city center attractions

Cons

No 24-hour reception (check-in only between 14:00-22:00)

No elevator in this historic listed building