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Kildonan Lodge Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star boutique hotel near Edinburgh Castle

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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27 Craigmillar Park, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5PE
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The Meadows
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room (Four Poster)

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a leather sofa, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a television.

Superior Room (Four Poster)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a desk with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Four Poster (Black Watch)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Petite)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamp, and a door with a mirror.

Double Room (Petite)

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Business Double Room (1 Adult)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a television.

Business Double Room (1 Adult)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden wardrobe, and a curtain-covered window.

Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a radiator.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two large beds, a sitting area, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Newington stay.Your stay at this Newington hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • National Library of Scotland - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Holyrood Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 km
  • The Meadows - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Queen's Hall - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Haldi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

4-star boutique hotel near Edinburgh Castle
As a guest of Kildonan Lodge Hotel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event space at this hotel measures 538 square feet (50 square meters) and includes conference space. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The boutique Kildonan Lodge Hotel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours).

This 4-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Kildonan Lodge Hotel offers 15 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 18 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

This hotel will place an authorization for GBP 1 for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

  • One child 18 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kildonan Lodge Hotel to the airport?

Kildonan Lodge Hotel is 13.3 mi (36-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kildonan Lodge Hotel?

As of Sept 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kildonan Lodge Hotel on Oct 15, 2026 start from CA $226, 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 Kildonan Lodge Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kildonan Lodge Hotel.

How close is Kildonan Lodge Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.1 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 12.6 mi (33-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kildonan Lodge Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kildonan Lodge Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kildonan Lodge Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kildonan Lodge Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kildonan Lodge Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Kildonan Lodge Hotel have a pool?

Kildonan Lodge Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Kildonan Lodge Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kildonan Lodge Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Kildonan Lodge Hotel is 1.9 mi away from Edinburgh.

Kildonan Lodge Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 386 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, clean and tidy, excellent links to city centre. Beautiful building too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Space worked out great for my wife and our three kids while we explored the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dipesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, courteous staffs, easy access to city, Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room - comfy bed - good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joanne Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was the best bit. Parking available which is essential in this area. The hotel itself is OK but certainly not a 4 star boutique hotel. Disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good facilities in a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, spacious, easy to find,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vija

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, very clean, one of the comfiest beds I've slept in - had a great sleep. Bathtub was a bonus. Strongly recommend and I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chinemezu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yea the room was spotless and the staffs were very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was good, clean, and the staff were nice and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Катерина

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet room, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luann

Liked: Amenities
The hotel is very nice and the staff is exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Room comfort
Very easy to get to and the room was lovely. The four poster bed made it 4 stars
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place, staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
Nice room, Nice staff and fairly quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and f
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jafin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

India

Nice staff, good room. Member benefits seem to be outdated and not available. Otherwise good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean as advertised. Hotel is right next to bus stops and can go straight to various attractions in Edinburgh
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were delightful and extremely helpful. The breakfast was fantastic. Room was good, although Ground floor wasn’t actually ground floor!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish we had been able to spend more time at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jafin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleen room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Upkeep is starting to slip. Missing grout in the shower, minimal towels, breakfast was disorganized. Only places that the staff recommended to eat were Indian food. When I inquired about other options for dining they gave me a blank look.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little gem of a lodge very close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025