Cairn Hotel

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Close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Cairn Hotel provides a garden, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €104
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a trash bin.

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with a view of buildings.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bunk bed, two bedside tables, and a wooden headboard.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a wardrobe, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, patterned wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, and a view of the city through a window.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with chairs, a bedside table, and a patterned wall.

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a patterned wall.

Small Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, toaster, and a coffee maker. There is a blue sofa and a small wooden table with a remote control. A fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall.

3 Bedroom House

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two black chairs, a television, and a chandelier.

4 Bedroom House

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Leith, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, Cairn Hotel is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5JR

What's nearby

  • A large classical building with tall columns, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking and sitting.
    Calton Hill
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A Playhouse theater with a Shrek Musical poster, a black taxi, and a tree in front.
    Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop
    11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Santu Coffee Roastery
    5 min walk
  • The Joker & the Thief
    4 min walk
  • Cosmo
    4 min walk
  • CC Blooms
    3 min walk
  • The Theatre Royal Bar
    3 min walk

About this property

Cairn Hotel

  • Hotel near Princes Street
  • Located close to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, Cairn Hotel provides a garden, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
    • A water dispenser
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 72 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Recycling, coffee/tea makers and phones

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cairn Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Hotel?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairn Hotel on 22 Nov 2026 start from €104, including 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.

How much is parking at Cairn Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Cairn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairn Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Cairn Hotel located?

Located in Leith, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Calton Hill and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Princes Street and George Street are also within 15 minutes. Balfour Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cairn Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Quiet clean room with a decent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, quiet, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with free parking. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were very friendly, check-in and check out was very smooth. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Clean. Great staff. Great Location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, affordable rates, and friendly staff. Had no issues at all during my stay, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely wonderful stay! We got a complimentary upgrade to a private apartment and was given a tour by reception staff upon arrival. Room was very clean. Good location close to a bus stop and several great restaurants. Staff was incredibly helpful and welcoming. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly and attentive. 1st floor room was in the basement and no elevator. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is just a few blocks from the main train station. The room is fine and everything else was okay. The main drawbacks are that there is no elevator, which can be inconvenient with luggage, and the breakfast is quite poor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was in the basement and window not openable. The room was okay. Location was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good quality mattress and pillows. Complimentary snacks too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Walking distance to everything. Very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was fine for our needs. Excellent location. Walking distance to theater district and many fine restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This well presented hotel is not far from the St. James Quarter shopping centre, Princess Street and The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. The hotel was clean and the rooms were vere large. Staff were excellent and courteous. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay in Edinburgh. Walkable distance to restaurants, shopping, and attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was great for going in and out of the city centre. Room was fab, had a spacious room and all amenities were superb. We were grateful for the fan in the room as it was a touch warm when we were there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frictionless stay, I've stayed here twice now, both times I got a friendly welcome on the front desk, clean and quiet room, at a reasonable price and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, easy check-in, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay. Only downside is no lift which isn’t helpful if you are the top floor. Clean rooms, great location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a lovely place to stay everyone was ready to help and very friendly. Would stay here again. Walking distance to Waverley train station and several good places to eat nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean and well put together room - fantastic location and perfect for a night stay .
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely clean place very central
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel in a fantastic central position for walking around as well as very close to local bus and tram routes. Clean, bed comfy, decent shower, will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is kind and very helpful. Room was clean and quite nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The front desk staff was very helpful. Convenient to have onsite breakfast. Coffee was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026