The Torfin

Hotel with a restaurant, near Edinburgh Zoo

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

The Torfin welcomes visitors to Corstorphine with its inviting terrace and convenient hair salon. Guests start their day with cooked-to-order breakfast before exploring, then return to relax at the bar or restaurant. Previous travelers consistently praise the attentive staff.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast available
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Tomorrow

Sep 10 - Sep 11

All rooms

1 bed

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Deluxe King Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Espresso maker

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Espresso maker

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the area

Corstorphine, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to The Torfin. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

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108 St Johns road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 8AX

What's nearby

Edinburgh Zoo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Edinburgh Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
Murrayfield Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Princes Street - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
Edinburgh Castle - 10 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

Saughton Tram Stop - 18 min walk
South Gyle Station - 19 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
‪The White Lady (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
‪Grasslands Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
‪Toby Carvery - ‬1 min walk
‪Greggs - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Torfin

Hotel near Edinburgh Zoo

Consider a stay at The Torfin and take advantage of a terrace, a hair salon and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and smoke-free property
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at The Torfin have amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls, in addition to espresso makers and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Electric kettles, heating and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 10:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 4 to 6 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Family friendly

Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Hair salon

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Banquet hall
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water

Heating
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 4 to 6 per person
Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

TORFIN Hotel Edinburgh

TORFIN Hotel

TORFIN Edinburgh

TORFIN

The Torfin Hotel

The Torfin Edinburgh

The Torfin Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is The Torfin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Torfin?

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Torfin on 21 Sept 2025 start from €158.10, 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.

What time is check-in at The Torfin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Torfin?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Torfin located?

Located in Corstorphine, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edinburgh Zoo and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Murrayfield Stadium. Spire Murrayfield Hospital and Edinburgh Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Saughton Tram Stop is 18 minutes by foot and Balgreen Tram Stop is 28 minutes.