Regent House Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Georgian guest house near Calton Hill

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Exterior
Classic Room | Bathroom
Comfort Triple Room | View from room
Classic Room
Breakfast area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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3-5 Forth Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JX
  • Place, Calton Hill
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrew Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

City Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (3rd floor, no lift )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

City Apartment

  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.Within a 10-minute walk of this Edinburgh City Centre guesthouse, you'll find Calton Hill and Princes Street. St. Andrew Square and George Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Calton Hill - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • George Street - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santu Coffee Roastery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Playfair (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CC Blooms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barony Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Conan Doyle - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Regent House Hotel

3-star Georgian guest house near Calton Hill
There are 8 restaurants and 4 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 6 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and express check-in are also featured at Regent House Hotel.

This Georgian Edinburgh guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 8 dining venues
  • 6 bars or lounges
  • 4 coffee shops
  • Built in 1805
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Regent House Hotel offers 17 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • 4 coffee shops/cafes
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • 8 restaurants

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 AM 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

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 24 per day (492 ft away)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

This property's policy is to charge a fee ranging from GBP 1-2 for payments under GBP 100 made with a card, or 2% of the total charge for payments of GBP 100 or greater made using a card.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Regent House Edinburgh
Regent House Hotel
Regent House Hotel Edinburgh
Edinburgh Regent
Regent Edinburgh
Regent Hotel Edinburgh
Regent House Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Regent House Hotel Edinburgh
Regent House Hotel Guesthouse
Regent House Hotel Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Regent House Hotel to the airport?

Regent House Hotel is 9.4 mi (18-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Regent House Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Regent House Hotel on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $117, 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 Regent House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Regent House Hotel.

How close is Regent House Hotel to the beach?

This guesthouse is 3.2 mi (14-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.3 mi (46-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Regent House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Regent House Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Regent House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Regent House Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Regent House Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Regent House Hotel have a pool?

Regent House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Regent House Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 8 restaurants on site.

Does Regent House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Regent House Hotel to downtown Edinburgh?

Regent House Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Edinburgh.

Regent House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 733 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 733 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 733 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 733 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 733 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, the cleanliness of the room, everything was impeccable, simple but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aadil

Liked: Amenities
Easy check in, nice room, all good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean room. Everything run smoothly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with my stay and would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Room and premises very clean. Practical accommodation. Excellent location. Downside is the unattended nature. Communication was poor: chat through app not answered and telephone call was to answer machine with no response. .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angel

Disliked: Amenities
We liked that hotel was close enough to all the activities and restaurants we had in our plans.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nese

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaukhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice looking hotel for good price. Just beware, it’s no front desk staff. You just need
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mehmet Emin

10 min. to Walverly train station, close to shopping street, 2 min. to Tesco express, 3 floor house hotel with no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, has a fab stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and comfortable, if a little basic (my TV did not find a signal and the wardrobe was a little wobbly). It was warm and perfectly fine. Good entry system and great location. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, all went well. Instructions and video to access the accommodation was very good. I had an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy position and fit for purpose; an easy stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nabayet

Disliked: Amenities
Was very very VERY cold. No reception, and they do not respond to emails/messages or calls. Way way wayyyyy pverpriced. The cleaning staff were helpful - which is why I gave it one star.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out, close to the town centre and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location close to local transportation. Good food options around. Easy walks to all the sightseeing locations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Amenities
Great value for money right in the centre of Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

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

Recommended

Very good location, comfortable and clean room. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

good place to stay

Good location for touring about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and friendly helpful staff, clean and tidy room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anneli

We were staying two nights. It was very good. Close to restaurants, busstation, shops. The room was very good size, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, great location, huge room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

MELODY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delayed answers from queries made online. But , overall, it was a pleasant experience and hassle free self check in & out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025