Herald House

The location of the hotel was fine, is about 20min walk if you are fit and healthy to princes street. what was disapointing was the breakfast, it advertisers full scottish breakfast , plus cereals , fruit etc, the breakfast was very poor, certainly was not scottish!! so haggis, or square sausage, everyting was put on hotplates, even the toast!! and all was very greasy. most disapointing have been to edniburgh for last 3yrs and stayed in b and b's where breakfast was excellent, any type of eggs you asked for and what you would expect from a scottish breakfast. there were only two bowls of friut, grapefruit or pear, which did not look fresh, out of a tin. No actual chef either cooking breakfast, we were there 3 days different person each day last night there was hotel night porter!!

kat, jersey
Group of Mature Friends/Couples

This was a great hotel as it was priced very reasonably. The room was cosy enough (loads of heating) and the ensuite was great but not too sure about the building site as a window view and the bed was a little hard.

Orla and Brian, Athlone, Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)

We came to Edinburgh for the winter festival and the mulled wine. Hotel was pretty central - only a 10 - 15 min walk to Princess St. Very helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast plentiful and excellent. Room a little faded but bearable and quite clean but oh the bed! It was so uncomfortable and sagging. Would stay again but would have to check that they'd bought new beds. Definitely need renewing as a matter of some urgency.

L Rigg, north east england
Mature Couple (36+)

Stayed 2 nights 9th/10th November. Nice clean room. booked single and I got a twin room. Lovely breakfast. Staff excellent. Central only a 5 minute walk into Lothian Road. I was at a training event and stayed there on my own. No hesitation about going back. businessam

Noreen, Orkney, Scotland
Solo Traveller

As others say based on the rating and cost it was fine for a one night stay. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Decor a bit faded and dated in rooms but seemed clean enough. Would stay in it again.

Karen Brady, Airdrie, Lanarkshire
Young Couple (18-35)

Had I been walking down Grove Street, looking for a hotel, I would probably have walked on past the Herald House. However we were very pleased with the room, the breakfast and the service. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Only two stars? - It's up there with the best!

Barry Fairbrother, Nottinghamshire
Mature Couple (36+)

Was looking for a triple room for one night as we were going to see Bryan Adams at Murrayfied. Hotel provided exactly what we needed. We arrived early so they looked after our luggage until we could check in. Room was good with everything we needed. Cheery staff including night porter who was there to greet us after we returned from the concert very bedraggled after being in the rain for hours but very happy! Good breakfast in the morning. Would definately use the hotel again

Liz Munro, Perth
Group of Mature Friends/Couples

I took my boyfriend for a suprise weekend away to Edinburgh and this hotel was perfect for our student budget! When we arrived at 9:30am our room happened to be ready so we could go in straight away, but even so the reception staff are happy to look after your bags and call you a taxi if you wish! The room and ensuite were spotless and a lot bigger than expected (we stayed in a double but it had a double plus a single so there was plenty of room..) The shower was fine (some people say it's too small?) and the bed was quite comfy too. Being lazy students we dragged ourselves out of bed to make sure we got the breakfast - which was well worth getting up for as the staff kept the hot food (eggs, bacon, sausage, beans etc) constantly topped up and fresh. Plus there were hot drinks, cold drinks, cereal, fruit, yoghurts, you name it! We had a great time exploring Edinburgh (the castle is fantastic!) and would definately stay here again!! And it is literally only a 10minute walk to the west end of Princes street, perfect to shop whilst walking up one side then walk back through the beautiful gardens on the other!

Amy Binch, Nottingham, England
Young Couple (18-35)

The Herald House building exterior is beautiful carved old sandstone built originally to house brewery workers.
Facilities are good; trouser press (does anyone use these!!?), hairdryer, electric shower, tea/coffee in room. Services include free luggage storage, and web access (£3/hour). Breakfast was good, the standard stuff... fry up/cereals/juices. Served until 9.30 weekdays, 10am at weekends.
Reception staff are friendly, will call you a taxi quickly, clean room, towels, shower spotless, bed was comfy. My only problem was the lack of satellite/cable TV, but thats a minor thing for tourists... get out and see the sights!
Location and surrounding amenities are very good. 5 minutes to shops, bars, and cinema on Lothian Road. 10 minutes walk will have you on Princes Street, the main thoroughfare.
Despite the two star rating, i would recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Edinburgh on a budget, or looking for comfort at a good price.

Frank, Dublin
Young Couple (18-35)

If you have never been to Edinburgh (the capital of Scotland) before, do it now!  It has everything to suit all tastes.  Staying at the Herald Hotel was first and foremost value for money in the heart of city, close to all amenities.  The room was compact but bijou, clean and served up a delicious hearty Scottish breakfast.  As a solo traveller, I felt welcomed by the staff and safe in the area.  For the budget conscious traveller, look no further!

Wendy Barker, Dundee Scotland
Solo Traveller

Good value for money. Room clean tidy with all the desired requirements. Central location.

derek marr, Livingiston
Solo Traveller

The staff were most helpful and pleasant nothing was to much trouble, we were made to feel really welcome. The room was nice, clean and well stocked with coffee etc, breakfast was worth getting up for it was outstanding. Overall a pleasant stay, would definitely use this hotel again.

J.Morrison, Glenrothes,Scotland
Mature Couple (36+)

Doesnt look much from the outside but very nice inside. The room was fine although the shower was a bit small not a lot of room to move. Much closer to the city centre than you think and only a short taxi from the city centre. ( Haymarket station in edinburgh is nearer the hotel if you are travelling by train. Staff were very friendly and very helpful. Only had breakfast in the hotel but it was very good and set you up for the rest of the day would definitely use this hotel again was excellent value for money have had worse experiences in so called three and four star hotels.

A.McGeachie, fife / Scotland
Mature Couple (36+)

Centrally located, easily 10 - 15 minute walk into centre of town. Rooms basic but clean. All members of staff very helpful and polite.  The breakfast was good with good range of things to eat.  Overall for the price we payed it was a good hotel, would recommend young couples on a small budget to check out this hotel.

Mike Mansfield, essex
Young Couple (18-35)

We use this hotel to stay at while visiting our friend who is nearby at Uni, and have just returned for the second time. The Herald House is basic but very clean and comfortable. The staff are great and make you feel welcome, even the night porter who we greeted at 3.30am every morning when he let us in, joked with us if we were the last home or not. A good hearty breakfast every morning sets you up for the day. Location is good down a quiet side street, and a 15 minute walk takes you to Grassmarket and lots of great pubs. Regular buses to Princes Street stop at the end of the road, and there is an ATM machine located on the street corner.
If your looking for a good quality budget hotel to base yourself while visiting fantastic Edinburgh give the Herald a try!!!

Lee Lombardi, Scunthorpe/England
Young Couple (18-35)