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The Frederick House Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star guest house near Edinburgh Castle

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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42 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1EX
  • Place, George Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.A stay at this Edinburgh City Centre guesthouse places you steps from George Street and a 5-minute walk from Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lowdown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Boozy Cow - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Frederick House Hotel

4-star guest house near Edinburgh Castle
The Frederick House Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Frederick House Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services, a front-desk safe, and an elevator.

This 4-star Edinburgh guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1825
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Frederick House Hotel offers 44 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Edinburgh guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children

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
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, 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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Frederick House
Frederick House Edinburgh
Frederick House Hotel
Frederick House Hotel Edinburgh
Frederick Edinburgh
The Frederick House Edinburgh
The Frederick House Hotel Edinburgh
The Frederick House Hotel Guesthouse
The Frederick House Hotel Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Frederick House Hotel to the airport?

The Frederick House Hotel is 8.8 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 Frederick House Hotel?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Frederick House Hotel on Mar 22, 2026 start from CA $137, 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 Frederick House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Frederick House Hotel.

How close is The Frederick House Hotel to the beach?

This guesthouse is 3.5 mi (15-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.9 mi (34-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Frederick House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Frederick House Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Frederick House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Frederick House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Frederick House Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Frederick House Hotel have a pool?

The Frederick House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Frederick House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Frederick House Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

The Frederick House Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Edinburgh.

The Frederick House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 896 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 896 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 896 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 896 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 896 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for a weekend watching rugby. Perfect location for the city and a quick uber to the stadium. Hotel was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast offered across the road. We didnt have it included in our hotel cost but we got 20% discount as hotel guests! The food was amazing! Great Variety 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

KAZIMIERA

Not much need for contact with staff. Facilities very limited. Super location and hygiene/ cleanliness very good .There are no breakfast ( or dining facilities) on site, you have to go across the road for breakfast. Breakfast was plentiful but arrived cold
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely time at this hotel. It was situated well for shopping and theatre no more than 15 minute walk. Will definitely stay again when in Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

Passing by

It’s cold could use thicker blankets
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Great hotel

Great hotel, nice rooms and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfy. However, the bathtub was too high, making it inaccessible for one of us who has mobility issues. Also, there are steps coming into the property. This should be a consideration for others who use mobile devices.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very neat and clean. The staff were very helpful. The position of the hotel was in easy walking distance of many major shops and restaurant. Easy and affordable ride in a taxi from the train station. Will definitely revisit this hotel again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed. Clean and quiet hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything we needed for a few day stay. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Discount on restaurant across the street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haluk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Woman on evening shift was very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Norma

Disliked: Amenities
Comfortable bed and good bathroom but far too hot to sleep as no air con. I was given a tiny fan which wasn’t much use. No facilities such as restaurant, lounge and bar. Location good but not worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great. Big windows, great architecture in the hotel and in a really accessible spot. They provided fans as well for the rooms which was great because it doesn't have AC and we went in July. Can be a bit noisy at night time but it quiets down around midnight. To be expected based on the location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deep

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025