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The Abbey Residence

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Arthur's Seat

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Superior Double Room
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Superior Double Room | Bathroom
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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137 Drum St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH17 8RJ
  • Place, Gilmerton Cove
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Butterfly and Insect World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Barklay Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Edinburgh

Gilmerton stay.With a stay at this Gilmerton hotel, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Infirmary and 6 miles (10 km) of Royal Mile. Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Gilmerton Cove - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Melville Golf Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Butterfly and Insect World - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Barklay Park - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Gracemount Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Shawfair Station - 6 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supperbowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Robin's Nest - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Paper Mill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Elginhaugh Farm - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks At Rie - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Abbey Residence

3-star hotel near Arthur's Seat
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
The Abbey Residence offers 13 accommodations with irons/ironing boards. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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.

Property payment types

Important information

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
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, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

The Abbey Residence Hotel
The Abbey Residence Edinburgh
The Abbey Residence Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Abbey Residence to the airport?

The Abbey Residence is 13.2 mi (28-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Abbey Residence?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Abbey Residence on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $192, 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 The Abbey Residence have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Abbey Residence.

How close is The Abbey Residence to the beach?

This hotel is 7.7 mi (23-min drive) from Portobello Beach.

Does The Abbey Residence offer free breakfast?

The Abbey Residence offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Abbey Residence?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Abbey Residence?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Abbey Residence?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Abbey Residence have a pool?

The Abbey Residence does not have a pool.

Does The Abbey Residence have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Abbey Residence to downtown Edinburgh?

The Abbey Residence is 4.2 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Abbey Residence Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 96 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and great. Especially staff was kind and great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a pleasure to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Agnieszka

You get what you pay for, the place is a bit outdated and could improve on cleanness. The staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit of remedial work required to bring the accommodation up to scratch. Basic but clean enough
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was overall a pleasant stay in the residence. The staff, most especially Romik were warm and welcoming. I even got a room upgrade which I highly appreciated not to mention the comfty bed! Location is also convenient as you have direct buses that can take you to the city center. I highly recommend staying at this accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tami Marie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff very helpful. Property is classic with a tangible spiritual history.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Edinburgh! The host was super friendly, the room had everything we needed, and the connection to the city was good. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our host was most welcoming and the property and rooms clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Georgette

Liked: Amenities
was phenominal; safe, cozy, and courteous staff who just want to make sure you are the most comfortable. I will definitely be staying there next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room not too bad, staff was good but unsure and a member of staff couldn't understand what I was asking could barely speak English tried her best and was pleasant and helpful. it was ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pleased with my stay. Upgraded me from single room to double. Staff couldnt have been more helpful. There was a problem with the water supply in room so they moved me to a better room. Comfortable bed, great size room, lovely and quiet, good sleep, breakfast was good. Free parking. Bus stop to get all over Edinburgh and back, right across the road. For what I paid it was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Javed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great short stay stopover

Comfortable, close to shops and restaurants, away from centre and hence less busy. Staff were exceptionally helpful especially Romik.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Night away

Spent a night here for a weekend away in Edinburgh. Nice little place and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and very close to bus stops. Outstanding customer service! Overall amazing, would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay, easy access to the city.

Excellent and friendly welcome, room was checked over before giving us the keys, answered our questions (regarding public transport to Edinburgh). Good night’s sleep, comfortable and quiet. Good continental breakfast in the morning was good, with good service, option of coffees which where brought to the table. Would recommend this hotel, not large but good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The people who run the Abbey are lovely! Very nice service indeed. We had a good stay there. About 15 minutes drive from centre of Edinburgh, very convenient and easy to get to. Place a bit run down but still comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Rafiq

Disliked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ali-Reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, super friendly. Felt like I was at home and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time staying here, as I have family in Gilmerton. Great, convenient spot. Kind and friendly service. I've never attended breakfast so I cannot accommodate on that. The only downside is thin walls, so you can hear everything. On the flip side, both times I have stayed, it's never been fully booked. Would happily return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff & their service are excellent , thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is on a bus route straight into city and was definitely a great value for money option. It has a new owner who is working hard to make it a great destination. He was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good too - small buffet but fresh and tasty. I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
new and the room was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not so clean but friendy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025