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Cairn Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel near Princes Street in Edinburgh

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A building entrance with a black door, two potted plants, and a sign reading "CAIRN APARTMENTS EDINBURGH".
A modern interior with a fireplace, a dining area, and a seating area with a blue sofa.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a large bed, a patterned wall, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A staircase with a geometric patterned wall and a circular skylight.
A stone building with a garden in front.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5JR
  • Place, Calton Hill
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a patterned wall.

Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, a mirror, a patterned wall, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a trash bin.

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with a view of buildings.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bunk bed, two bedside tables, and a wooden headboard.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a wardrobe, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, patterned wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, and a view of the city through a window.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with chairs, a bedside table, and a patterned wall.

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a patterned wall.

Small Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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3 Bedroom House | In-room dining

3 Bedroom House

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two black chairs, a television, and a chandelier.

4 Bedroom House

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk with a magazine, and curtains.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Edinburgh

Leith stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Leith hotel, you'll find Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Calton Hill - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santu Coffee Roastery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Joker & the Thief - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪1802 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kul - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lantern Room - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cairn Hotel

Hotel near Princes Street in Edinburgh
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Cairn Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a water dispenser. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cairn Hotel offers 72 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 250.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 20 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Cairn Edinburgh
Cairn Hotel
Cairn Hotel Edinburgh
Hotel Cairn
Cairn Hotel Edinburgh Scotland
Cairn Hotel Hotel
Cairn Hotel Edinburgh
Cairn Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cairn Hotel to the airport?

Cairn Hotel is 8.6 mi (41-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Hotel?

As of Jul 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairn Hotel on Aug 2, 2026 start from CA $231, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cairn Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cairn Hotel.

How close is Cairn Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.7 mi (16-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 13.8 mi (36-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cairn Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Cairn Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Cairn Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cairn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Cairn Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 20 per day.

Does Cairn Hotel have a pool?

Cairn Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Cairn Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Cairn Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cairn Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Cairn Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.

Cairn Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1016 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, bar was.small but nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to hub of city but off path alittle so not loud. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk staff were efficient and very helpful. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Laure-Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very accommodating. Location is fabulous. Room was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great in the city centre and nearby to the shopping mall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful four night stay at the Cairns Hotel. Bala was amazing at check in. It is an older hotel with character, in an excellent walking location from Waverly Train Station and the local bus is a minute walk up the street, would definitely recommend staying at the Caitns Hotel when in Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location , central but not teaming with tourists. The room was very quiet & I was delighted with my upgrade, it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location - easy work to St James and Royal Mile. Was able to get street parking on a weekday. And our room across the road from the reception had lots of space and bunk beds which was lovely and unlike most old town Euro hotels
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room nice, good cleaning services, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay, staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PHILIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple one night stay in The Loft room 412. Perfect for 2 adults and 2 children. Clean and comfortable with hot water. Walking distance from attractions and near to a Wetherspoons for food including breakfast. 5 minute walk to Tesco express.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice little hotel to stay at for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
lovely staff, had a free upgrade from single room to family room, great location walkable to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big apartment, big beds. Every room has its own toilet. Good wifi, super close to town. Edinburgh Castle was a 20-minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tarek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room though very small. Great location easy access to city center. We had heavy luggage and we had to cross the road to go to our room with no lift or help.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel. Will book again. Close to everything. Train systen was very convenient. Went to Falkirk Wheel which was amazing. .Walkable to castle, palace and zroyal Ile
Falkirk Wheel
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing property and great staff! Very near the train station and close to shopping and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless hotel, nice and close to shops (John Lewis 5 min walk) and restaurants. Nice touch to leave snacks for us, and shower gel provided. Would recommend and stay there again. Very Satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and really helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly, room was HUGE and it had a bath tub! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing! Perfect location, walking distance to downtown and the pice was perfect. Every other hotel nearby was nearly double the price and this hotel had a nice size room and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kaysie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nuce clean place to stay in a good area of the city
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet rooms, comfortable beds,friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed in the single room, it was quiet, decent temperature, and whilst small it had everything I needed. I had a pleasant stay overall and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025