The Salisbury Hotel

United Kingdom , Edinburgh
Edinburgh, 43 45 Salisbury Road
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100 reviews shown

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2026

Penelope

Very friendly and helpful staff. We had a lovely, quiet room overlooking the gardens, and a very comfortable bed so slept very well. Great location and would stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2026

Zemeta

Friendly and quick check in and clean room

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2026

Rod

Excellent room that was very clean, with very attentive and friendly staff.

Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Feb 2026

Prajwol

There was mold in the shower. More maintenance is required.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Feb 2026

Bernadette

The room is awaiting refurbishment which I wasn't aware of until I spoke to reception about the shower which was overflowing into the sink/toilet area. However the receptionists were extremely helpful and friendly.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2025

James

Room was amazing much bigger than expected nice friendly staff would definitely stay here again

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Dec 2025

Wing Ping

I was fortunate to occupy a car parking space, which important for my stay.
I did not have breakfast, no further comment.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

Patti

The room was cozy and warm with a large window and window seat. Premium toiletries, lotion, soap, shampoo and conditioner. Lovely updated bathroom. Steps from the bus line and many restaurants within 2 blocks. Staff was friendly and offered suggestions about where to eat and find live music. Safe neighborhood setting. Mother and daughter traveling together. Excellent coffee and very nice breakfast buffet.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Dec 2025

David

Signal on TV was awful.
Main radiator didn't work so we used the small portable radiator in the wardrobe.
Room was very clean and comfy, staff courteous and knowledgeable re bus routes and timetables. Parking available on hotel front.
Overall, a very enjoyable stay at a nice, intimate hotel.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Nov 2025

Olav

The room 'Pleasance' was a good size. The bed was comfortable but the pillows very hard. The toilet was a bit ramshackle, and the fan very very loud even with the door closed, and went on for a very long time after switching off. The room was very warm, but there was no way of getting the window open, so became very stuffy

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2025

Lesley

Staff were so helpful and friendly. Great location. Room was large and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

17 Nov 2025

Dawn

We had an excellent overnight stay here in Sept 2022. As we were due to attend another concert at the Queen's Hall, we thought we would stay again.
We subsequently booked a superior room for this occasion, in Oct 2025. We arrived mid-afternoon and were greeted by a charming person who was friendly, helpful but casually dressed, unlike the uniformed staff in other 4-star hotels.
We were directed to our room, the Calton, in the basement. Initial impression was the room and bathroom were clean and tidy. My husband went to hang something in the wardrobe but it was full of heaters and electric fans. There was no room to hang clothes.
We went out and didn't return until 10.30pm using the keycard to let us into the building as no staff are present after 8pm.
As I pulled back the bedclothes, I noticed what I initially thought was a water mark on the sheet. On closer inspection the sheet was clean but the mark was on the mattress topper underneath. I did not investigate further at this point as it had been a long day so I covered the marked area with a pillow.
In the morning, I investigated further, the mattress topper had a dried blood stain, dark red, purple colour, about 5 cm by 3 cm. I was horrified. I spoke to a different receptionist, told him of my disgust and that this was totally unacceptable in any hotel. He did not apologise on behalf of the hotel or in any way engage with the issue nor my concerns. He was less than interested. The stains were totally unacceptable and

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Nov 2025

decent rooms, covenient location and polite staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2025

Rebecca

Clean cost room and good location

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Nov 2025

Janet

The carpet in the hallways was very dirty, and there was mildew in the shower.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2025

Bridget

The room was clean, the staff were lovely and helpful and the location was great, it was about a 15 minute walk to the Royal Mile 👍

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Terah

I had to arrive quite late and leave early. The reception sent me detailed instructions on how to proceed. My room was comfortable and clean.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Nisreen

Lovely and quiet property. Staff were really nice especially the female receptionist

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2025

Colleen

Rahi at checkout was very kind and professional

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2025

Terah

Cute little boutique hotel with quick access to old town and Waverley Railway Station. Just what I needed for a quick 1 night stay. The reception was very helpful too!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2025

jennifer

Great one night stay in a spacious single. Lovely shower room with complimentary toiletries - including conditioner (always a winner with me).
Friendly and helpful staff, great location with excellent public transport accessibility. Will happily use again when in Edinburgh

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

22 Sep 2025

Checkin staff lovely
Room was clean
But the place is exhausted

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Kirsten

We stayed here and used as our base for Kiltwalk2025. I have stayed here in 2023 and knew I’d be back again. Amazing room. Spot on. High ceilings and spacious rooms which we loved. Staff are lovely and full of knowledge. Beds are soooo comfy. Bathroom was huge. Will definitely be returning for a third time next time we are in Edinburgh!!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Sep 2025

Stuart

Had a good time here, staff cleaned room everyday. Cant complain about that. A room was comfortable but over crowded due to size. Easy to get ro town many options with buses and never had to wait long . I think a little more orientation of the place when checking in wouldheld didnt dind the garden untill ready to leave . Could use a safe in room do to being on ground level and window was broken. Good convenient place ro lay your head down . Thanks

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Sep 2025

Samantha

Room was basically in the basement and not reflective of rooms in the photos. Desk wasnt manned so hard to get service.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Sep 2025

Barry

Location. The bus stop into town was only 150 metres from the hotel. Numerous route options.
Staff were very pleasant, offering help with luggage up the stairs. Novelty of naming rooms instead of numbering.
The bathroom hot water took ages until warm enough.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2025

Darren

Beautifully decorated room..nice area..very helpful staff.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

26 Aug 2025

tim

Do not stay here

Horrendous manager / owner - completely ruined our trip to Edinburgh. Cancelled our room infront of us with no proof of refund given. Criminal actions to be honest and reporting the hotel to governing bodies.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Aug 2025

Allan

Having to give my bank card details even though everything is already prepaid is very off putting and unwelcoming.

Was told it was in case we used the mini bar or damaged anything. I insisted that they removed everything which is charged from the room.

I never had my credit card so had to give my debit card details which I would never normally do.

Was told I could not check in if I did not comply.

The room had previous damage, cracked panes of glass in the window, both bedside lamps.
Nothing stopping them from charging me for the damage that was already there.
I am not comfortable with this at all.

We booked the superior room which was a 4 poster bedroom and the room was also sent to us in the confirmation email.

The room was not the same and there was no 4 poster bed.

2 people staying for 2 nights
Yet, 1 hot chocolate and 1 bottle of water, 1 pack of biscuits.
Surely it should be a minimum of 2 of each item.

The shower mouldy and the fittings are damaged. One has come off completely.

Clean room apart from the en-suite. Particularly the shower and very dusty radiator.
Very comfortable beds
Nice big room
Pleasant reception staff despite my frustrations. They dealt with me well and were fully understanding.

I would not stay here again due to them insisting on your bank details giving them the ability to charge you for things in the room.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2025

William

Amazing comfortable hotel

Fantastic spacious rooms that were spotless. Amazing bathrooms and great friendly staff.

We did a booking confusion error to sort but Nikki was fantastic in accommodating our group and quicky resolved our issue professionally for us. Brilliant

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2025

Brittney

Our suite here was amazing. Tons of space, beautiful soaker tub, and overall, we had such a wonderful time here. It was nice to have the couch and table and chairs for sitting and the mini fridge was great for keeping some snacks. Would absolutely recommend. The only small downfall was the Holyrood suite faces the street on the first floor and with our window open to keep it cool at night it was a bit loud for such a quiet area.

We absolutely loved the location. Walking distance to the main heart of the city but just outside so it was quiet and away from crowds. Dozens of fast food and dining places. Would stay here again.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Aug 2025

Shaun

A quiet hotel and easily walkable to the centre of town. Room was cosy but the bathroom was a little cramped.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Beautiful hotel, succeeded our expectations.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Aug 2025

Takuya

Reasonable for the price.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2025

elizabeth

Quiet hotel, beautiful room, very friendly staff!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2025

Brian

We were surprised that the breakfast was not included with our room. Booking through Expedia breakfast was not included, however we were told if we had booked using hotels site, it would have been. Otherwise it was a good stay.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2025

collette

Lovely old property but as original windows not very sound proof even with shutters closed. Room was clean and bed was comfy lovely breakfast and the onsite parking a bonus

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jul 2025

Paul

In general terms the facility was reasonable however there were some aspects that were not up to standard such as: Curtains Pershing

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jul 2025

liz

Convenient to Edinburgh city centre without all the hustle and the bustle.
Only dealt with reception staff, sorry cant remember his name but I've been to numerous hotels and this gentleman was by far the most pleasant and helpful in all my experiences

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2025

Kimberly

Beds were comfortable. .Location good, close to bus routes and sorry bud ride to the Old town center. Fan in bathroom did not work and bathroom very tiny. Room became extremely humid - had to open door and windows to clear the air.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2025

Joel

Great stay in Edinburgh

Lovely small boutique hotel on a quiet street in Edinburgh. A little bit tough to maneuver the stairs if you're an older person but we managed.
The large room that we were in was absolutely gorgeous. The staff were very helpful with any questions we had about the area.
Overall a very positive experience.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jul 2025

PHILLIP

ON RECEPTIONISTS FIRST GUY NOT SO GREAT …
BUT THE SECOND GUYS PERSONALITY MADE THE REST OF OUR STAY AN ABSOLUTE PLEASURE… THANKYOU ;-}

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2025

Heather

Lovely room and well situated to explore Edinburgh.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2025

M A

Pleasant Stay:

Two night stay, reception staff were very courteous and welcoming and very helpful with queries during our stay, The room was spacious, clean and tidy. The bed was excellent. Cannot comment on any other facilities or services as didn't avail of them. Walking distance to Castle and Playhouse a leisurely 30 mins. There are some really nice restaurants close to the hotel. Excellent value for money for a two night stay in Edinburgh

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Sarah

Great value stay

Room was beautiful and the bed was huge and comfortable. Staff were very helpful

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2025

Brandi

Overall a great stay

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2025

Andrew

Convenient for the town centre and a very good selection for breakfast.

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2025

Ian

Good asvice from staff on transport but a lot of thestaff new and untrained

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2025

Verified traveler

Comfortable beds, nice breakfast. Staff friendly.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2025

Eric

We enjoyed a very comfortable stay! Quiet and quaint, it was perfect for a long weekend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2025

RIDVAN

Good location, have free parking which is great for Edinburgh

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2025

Nathan

Enjoyable stay. Beds extremely comfy.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2025

Sandra

Extremely comfortable bed! Beautiful room on a quiet side street and a 15 minute walk to the Royal Mile but still surrounded by walkable eateries. We had an easy check in and no complaints!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2025

Susan

We enjoyed our stay at this property very much. The staff were so friendly and helpful, the breakfasts was great, the bed was comfortable and we really loved the view out over the garden. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the property was very quiet but major bus routes to tourist attractions were less than a block away. The one improvement that could be made is to match the bedding size to the size of the bed. We had a king size bed but the duvet barely covered the top of the bed so it did not cover both of us adequately.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2025

Lorna

Very comfortable bed, room was very quiet at night, convenient location.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2025

Verified traveler

Very friendly welcome. Great location

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2025

Timothy

Beautiful hotel.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2025

john

Highly recommended

As described.Hotel clean,bed comfortable and only a short walk to the royal mile.15-20 mins but a pleasant walk.Would be happy to return.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2025

Julia

Amazing property. Would highly recommend for those exploring Edinburgh

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2025

Elias

The rooms are very spacious and clean. The reception is very courteous. There’s parking available inside.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2025

Bethia

Beautiful hotel

Very clean hotel and walkable to d train station with lots of restaurants around also. Staff are polite and amazing

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2025

Emily

We had a great stay. Very convenient, comfortable, clean. The only odd thing was that the smell in the public spaces as a little off. Either the cleaning solution was a bit too harsh or there was something with a chemical scent.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

07 Apr 2025

jayne

The window would not open so no escape if necessary. Also bathroom smelt of drains really bad

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2025

Les

Excellent hotel

A lovely hotel, excellent room, very comfortable and clean. And although a small dostamce from the city centre the walk was interesting and the area was great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2025

Neil

Excellent service

Very friendly welcome and excellent service throughout my stay. The building is older, with character, so don't expect soulless corporate style.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2025

Callum

I stayed for 3 nights in quite a spacious room. Very high ceilings and large old windows. My room featured a large and comfortable bed, good sized bathroom and good heating. It was clean, had good water pressure and it was quiet at night.

I had breakfast 2 out of 3 mornings at the hotel. It’s continental only. But actually reasonably priced. Cereals, tea, coffee, fruit, yogurts and more. Very friendly staff, also very funny. The location is great. There’s plenty of restaurants nearby, a huge park nearby too. Just a short bus ride into the CBD. Pleasant area too, nice old houses down the road too, made a nice walk. I had a comfortable stay and was very pleased. 👍

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Mar 2025

Anne B

Good value accommodation

Pleased overall with our stay. Ensuite was rather 'tight' but plenty of hot water and toiletries. Large double bed was a bit too soft for us. Overall well situated with easy access to the city with an excellent bus service. A big bonus was the free parking.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2025

malcolm

Last minute Edinburgh break

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Stayed many timesNice room,friendly staff,free parking,convenint to central Edinburgh

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2025

Anil

It was amazing nice n clean, very big room, parking all most always available.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2025

Shane

4 poster bedroom very clean, spacious and beautiful. Staff very welcoming and accommodating. Would definitely stay again

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Great stay!

Great comfortable stay, pleasant staff, hotel is well positioned, parking space availability is a great bonus all in all would very much recommend.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2025

Salsibury boutique hotel

Lovely hotel, quiet, clean, the lady on reception was very helpful. Would stay here again, but on lower floor as i struggled with stairs.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2025

Shane

Excellent customer service, amazing location and close by to everything

Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Jan 2025

John

Flying business stay in January

I’ve been to Edinburgh several times for work and stayed in many places although this was my first time at the Salisbury. Overall I’m glad I chose to stay at the hotel. Some of the room decor would benefit from an upgrade to give a higher end feel but it didn’t impact the visit. The room was clean, comfy and had a decent shower. Due to a late arrival the hotel arranged self check in, which was easy to do. Will definitely use again.

Business

8/10

Excellent

02 Jan 2025

Paul

Slight further out than we had realised but getting into the Old Town area was walkable in 30 mins.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Dec 2024

Andrea

Bathroom was in need of upgrade and not in line with rest of the hotel. Sink was cracked and repaired with mastic and bedroom
Window took two men to open!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2024

IAN

the salisbury hotel is set off a main road but is still very quiet
definitely a boutique hotel and the single room was lovely with a fabulous ensuite with free toiletries/shower gel/shampoo..great shower as well
loved the window seat and shutters...with luxury curtains
bed was very comfy and there was a mini bar/snacks..which didn"t use
there"s also a kettle and coffee machine..nice touch with the wee packet of biscuits
didn"t have breakfast as prefer something more than a continental...but the hotel does recommend the wee cafe across the main road..which did go to..very nice
there"s a pub called the abbey further down the road turning right when you leave the hotel and does a full breakfast with tea/coffee for £7,50
there"s many buses that pass the hotel to take you to/from the centre of edinburgh...get off at the salisbury place bus stop and hotel is just round the corner
walking to/from the centre of edinburgh took me 25 minutes to reach the royal mile
i was in edinburgh for the castle of light and the salisbury hotel was very reasonably priced compared to others
will definitely stay here again..
staff are brilliant and friendly

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2024

Natalie

Excellent property with wonderful and extremely helpful staff. Lovely clean hotel rooms with all the facilities you need.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2024

Peter

Nice clean room, comfortable bed, delicious breakfast, what’s not to like…

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2024

claire

We really enjoyed our stay in Salisbury boutique hotel Edinburgh. We loved Edinburgh and the hotel was very central.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2024

James

Good

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2024

Verified traveler

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel close to the city centre and shops/restaurants. Friendly staff. Very comfortable wnd quiet room.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2024

Lee

Very helpful staff at reception. Attentive to our needs. Excellent area to stay with plenty of eating places and supermarkets in area. Warm rooms and comfortable beds. Breakfast is available but is a limited buffet style with lovely staff. Car parking available. Excellent value for money.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2024

Machaella

Hotel and staff were lovely. We stayed in one of the smaller rooms the shower pressure was a bit naff but that’s to be expected in a big house.
Breakfast was okay, I didn’t realise the cold breakfast was to be paid after our stay. If I knew this I would have eaten else where as I don’t think it was worth the money for what I ate.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2024

Joanna

Room very comfortable and clean. Excellent location with 25 min walk to Royal mile and easy to get a bus. Plenty of places to eat nearby.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Rose Ann

the rom was lovely and very clean the staff helpfulwould go back agaon

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2024

Andrew

The staff was accommodating and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2024

Jeanie

We really enjoyed staying here. Spacious, comfortable room and the bed was super comfortable. Friendly helpful receptionists. Very close to Arthur's Seat and an easy bus ride or walk to the centre of the city. A good continental breakfast available. Lots of restaurants close by. A great little hotel.

4/10

Poor

13 Sep 2024

Shelley

Lovely staff but dirty room and very basic

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2024

Serban

We had stayed in a standard room previously but stayed in a superior room. Superior room is a great size. Breakfast was good. Parking appreciated and the staff are super friendly and heloful. Location is great too.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2024

Serban

Location is great. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Free parking and breakfast was a bonus.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2024

Cecily

I loved the high ceilings, the modern bathroom, and the extras in the room. Very clean. 10/10

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

04 Sep 2024

Richard

Staff were very pleasant and efficient, very helpful. Room was quiet and spacious and offered us the rest we needed from a long overseas flight.
Dining area and bathrooms in hotel were down a level with steps and uneven floors. Also luggage had to carried up and down stairs to enter and leave the hotel!
Great walking location!!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Sep 2024

Jarred

Great choice to stay out of old town. Easy access to the bus and Holyrood Park. Rooms are nice but the shower temp does not stay consistent. Bathroom is cramped but thats expected in an old hotel.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2024

Alison

Lovely hotel. We had a large room with good facilities. Very quiet

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

24 Jul 2024

Miles

Noisy and somewhat tired

Had a dreadful stay at this hotel. We were downstairs next to the fire door. It had a note on it to tell the residents to be quiet but squeaked and creaked every time it was opened and then banged shut. This went on until the early hours of the morning and then started again for breakfast. The cleaners cupboard was next to this and after a restless night, we were woken at 7am with the cleaners moving all the vacuum cleaners out of the cupboard. Other than that, the hotel can best be described as we were in the morning, "very tired"

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2024

Jeanette

Salisbury Hotel

A lovely " boutique hotel " in a quiet setting in Edinburgh not far from the University and Arthurs seat. A lovely garden area and excellent setting for a lovely breakfast. Hotel staff were very accommodating.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jul 2024

Gary

Big cracks in the shower floor tiles and had to hold the shower spray head.
Hotel has a 4 star rating, not sure how thats possible.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2024

The staff was excellent, the area was quiet and off the beaten path. We only wish the room could’ve been a little larger and we would’ve been able to have a bathtub. Otherwise, I would highly recommend it.

Leisure Family