Edinburgh Whitesands Hotels

"Good location but bathroom was a bit tired and worn, with cracked and loose tiles and a dodgy toilet. Overall a bit under expectations for the price and how it positioned. Lovely helpful staff and good breakfast."

"For this being a 4-star hotel and for the price I paid, it left a lot to be desired. Faux leather furniture had extensive scuff marks. Black mold in the shower area. Found nail clippings on the bedside table. Yellow "gelatinous" gunk inside the mini fridge. Not much of views (I would recommend staying somewhere on Princes Street for spectacular views of the gardes across the street and the Edinburgh Castle). On the positive side, the rooms at the Apex Waterloo are a good size and the location is very convenient to bus/tram stops, Waverly Rail Station, bus station and St. James Quarter. Good variety of restaurants close by if you didn't feel like going into Old Town for dinner after coming back from a tour."

"All outstanding. "

"Unfortunately, though the Ibis hotels as a concept aren’t bad, we had to wade through drunk locals to/from our hotel location. If you’ve a choice, stay at City Centre also, think “minimalist” — it’s affordable for a reason! But overall, you should only be in there to sleep, so it’s all good!"

"Breakfast was exceptional as was the evening meal we booked. Hotel was stylish and spotlessly clean. Staff extremely helpful. Location in pleasant, green surroundings - quiet respite from the tourists and bustle of the city, yet within walking distance for all the visitor attractions. I would definitely stay at the Scholar again when I visit Edinburgh."

"We wouldn't have booked this accommodation (or any accommodation in St. Andrews, to be fair) had I not been able to use my Tesco Clubcard vouchers. It did seem very pricey! However, the room was clean and comfortable, and had most of the things we needed for a one-night stay. I thought it was a bit odd that there wasn't hand-soap in the bathroom, and even odder that there were no hangers in the wardrobe! Overall, though, it was fine for a night."

"Excellent stay with amazing views "

"Great hotel , free onsite parking. Tram is 4 minutes walk away to centre of Edinburgh, decent pubs and restaurants nearby."

"Excellent location just start of the royal mile, a comfortable hotel with a nice and filling breakfast, a warm and helping staff. A good place to stay if you are in Edinburgh and want to stay in the old town!"