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Black Ivy

Edinburgh · United Kingdom

Alvanley Terrace, 2-4View location

9.4/10Excellent419 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Black Ivy

‘Black Ivy' is situated on the south side of Edinburgh in Bruntsfield which has a relaxed village feel and a unique mix of original boutique shops, artisan bakers and chocolatiers as well as great cafes, bars and restaurants and all within walking distance of the city centre.

Enter the hotel bar and you would be forgiven for thinking you had stepped into another world with Black Ivy's design ethos rich in thought and attention to detail, resulting in a bar appearance which is a treat for the eyes and simply makes you think 'wow”.

Housed in 3 adjoining historic and beautiful town houses the hotel is contemporary and modern, inside and out. The welcome is warm and uniquely Scottish where you immediately feel part of the family and realise you have just discovered your new home from home.

Above this coolest of bars with its live music, tank beer, table tennis games room and extensive and original cocktail list sits our boutique 22 bedroom Hotel offering divine luxurious beds, high speed WIFI, working desk and complimentary White Company Noir toiletries.

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The restaurant is open from 7am for the service of breakfast through to the early hours and is popular with locals and visitors alike. Our all-day menu has been created to suit all palates and cater for any dietary requirements.

The South Side, as well as being a mecca for culture lovers and architecture buffs, is dominated by the vast green space of The Meadows which sits in front of Black Ivy's garden space which houses two warming and dramatic fire pits, bespoke seating and a tropical vibe whether your sipping a cooling summer cocktail or toasting marshmallow in the winter by the fire.

With a stay at Black Ivy Hotel in Edinburgh (Tollcross), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Grassmarket. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from George Street and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Royal Mile. Stay in one of 22 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
    • Nearby parking fee: GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)
    • Pet fee: GBP 30 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.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

The Meadows 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
University of Edinburgh 1 km / 0.6 mi
Royal Lyceum Theatre 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Usher Hall 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Edinburgh International Conference Centre 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Grassmarket 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Princes Street Gardens 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
MacEwan Hall 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Johnnie Walker Princes Street 1.5 km / 1 mi
Victoria Street 1.5 km / 1 mi
Greyfriar's Bobby 1.5 km / 1 mi
Greyfriars Kirk 1.6 km / 1 mi
National Museum of Scotland 1.6 km / 1 mi
Royal Mile 1.6 km / 1 mi
Princes Street 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of most recent renovation: 2011
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Annexe (s): 2
  • Single rooms: 3
  • Double rooms: 20
  • Accessible rooms: 1
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  • Golf course
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • 24-hour security
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Highchairs
  • Meeting room: 1
  • Audio-visual equipment rentalExtra charge
  • Pub
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • À la carte dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Table tennis
  • Golf
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • Double or Twin DELUXE PARK VIEWDouble or Twin • DELUXE PARK VIEWDBT.DX-PV

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    Double or Twin DELUXE PARK VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE PARK VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DX-PV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    Black Ivy

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE PARK VIEWDOUBLE • PARK VIEWDBL.PV-2

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    DOUBLE PARK VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    PARK VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.PV-2

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBL.KG
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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Room amenities

    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Hairdryer
    • Satellite TV
    • Bathroom
    • Shower

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Black Ivy

9.4
Excellent
419 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
ALICE
Wonderdul front facing room with bay windows. Wish the windows were a bit more sound proof as restaurant is located below window but they shut down around 10 pm. Overall a wonderful and comfortable stay at a boutique hotel across a lovely park away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh. Would happily stay there again.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
John
Beautiful hotel, very comfortable and the staff were very professional and friendly. The food is great.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
David
The staff at Black Ivy were very friendly and helpful. We especially enjoyed the breakfasts and the warm atmosphere at the hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
Jaime
The Black Ivy is both a fantastic hotel and a wonderful restaurant. The team offers the best hospitality and support. They are friendly, helpful and efficient. The hotel and rooms are comfortable and it's a good value for the money. We always enjoy staying there when we need a hotel in Edinburgh.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Laura
Very good hotel to stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Gary
We have stayed here many times. Love the location, staff and room decor.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
Samir
Great location, very clean room and washroom. There's no AC in the room but you're provided with a fan.

I have no complaints about my stay and would come again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Alastair
Such a cool and unique place...very lively bar..
Great atmosphere!
Really good outside sitting area....
Rom s are well appointed with unique decor....comfortable bed and great shower!!!
Probably not the place to go if you want a quiet night!!!
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2026
Betty Jo
The location was perfect. Walkable to everything and the castle. Helpful and wonderful staff
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
Jonathan
The restaurant is a huge highlight.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
antony
Staff were excellent, very helpful and accommodating,
Location good, not noisy, room was well maintained and spacious
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Rich
Hotel and staff were great, a perfect Scottish experience. Situated at the end of the meadows, its in a wonderful quite spot of the city with everything in reach - Princes St, Edi University, bus lines to Leith and Stockbridge and more.
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Anthony
Excellent breakfast menu
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Beau
Very nice property in quiet location. Helpful staff with a nice restaurant
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Alexandra
We had an incredible stay at the Black Ivy! Forbes our host was incredible helpful and gracious. The room was spacious and clean with really neat decor, and the location was stunning. Would happily stay here again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Amanda
Beautiful location and building in the heart of Edinburgh. Staff were all extremely helpful.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Jonathan
We so enjoyed staying in this very chic boutique hotel. The area was perfect for our trip! A great choice for Edinburgh. Jonathan & Michelle
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
HUGH
Stunning looking venue with great service from the staff. We had the veggie and Scottish breakfast. Both were excellent. Great location next to The Meadows and within 15 mins walk of the main attractions. Will definitely return.
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2026
Holly
The only problem was that, as a super busy bar/restaurant, the music was going until like 1am.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Amanda
Friendly, characterful and great food and drink
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Mar 2026
Campbell
Great staff, decor, food
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
James
Great staff
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2026
John
Had a wonderful time! The staff is exceptional, friendly and welcoming! Thank you! We’ll look forward to coming back!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
martin
Great as always
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Richard
Staff very friendly, room was good.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2026
Arslan
Good sized rooms and good location
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Sarah
Brilliant boutique hotel, lovely room with a fantastic bathroom. Bar and restaurant really nice and decorations for Christmas were fab
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
27 Nov 2025
pamela
Lovely but noisy room from below all night , ? Kitchen area etc or bins washing machines
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Esra Zeynep
My stay at The Black Ivy Hotel in Edinburgh was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth and genuine kindness. The staff made me feel completely at home. My room was beautiful and cozy, making it the perfect space to unwind after exploring the city, and it overlooked the most stunning park view. Waking up to that sight every morning felt magical.

The food was outstanding, every meal felt crafted with care and flavor, and the ambience in the restaurant and bar was just as inviting. Every single person I encountered went above and beyond to make my stay memorable.

I can honestly say there wasn’t a single thing I would change. My time at Black Ivy was an experience I’ll always remember fondly, and I’ll absolutely be returning the next time I’m in Edinburgh. Highly, highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the city.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
27 Sep 2025
Mustafa
Staff was extremely friendly. Property is far from tourist attractions 20 -30 minute walk.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2025
MARTIN
Great hotel and service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2025
Ashton
None
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2025
Jonathan
Absolutely superb hotel and lovely well cooked food .
Would certainly visit again !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2025
Phil
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Nicola
Friendly staff, great food!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Jun 2025
Matthew
Great location, nice and lively chic bar area.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2025
Liz

Lovely hotel great location

Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
ho cheung

Early

Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in.

5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
Anthony
Very comfortable bed and breakfast was delicious!!
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Apr 2025
Deb
Would have ranked higher. Loved the room. However if your not able bodied - there is a lot of stairs to get to room.
Our room was also directly above the bar. Loud dance music on sat night and then the rest of the nights not as loud.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Pamela

BEST PLACE IVE STAYED

Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
stacey de Sa
Always a stunning stay, my favourite hotel
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Ximena
Beautiful hotel, perfectly located with amazing staff! Ben makes amazing cocktails and Domenic will hep you with any recommendations ( we meet him at breakfast (amazing restaurant food and service)
We will come back for sure!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2025
christine

A great place for a friends’ reunion

We were visiting local friends. The hotel worked well and was perfect for our weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful. The rooms was quiet. The restaurant and dining area always super busy. Seems to be a very popular place.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Alison

Still very good

Second stay and just as good as the first. Dog friendly, beside the links & central enough for a night out. Tasty breakfast too
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2025
Lisa
Comfortable, clean room. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Enjoyed my stay.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Campbell
The decor was beautiful which created an amazing ambience, the staff were attentive and friendly, we felt relaxed and would deffo return
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2025
A
Very welcoming and friendly staff.
Comfortable room and easy online checkin.
Will be back!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
Nicola
Set in a beautiful part of Edinburgh, the hotel is decorated stylishly with an eclectic mix of art and fixtures. The staff are friendly, the room was lovely with a pretty view across the back gardens of buildings on the row. Breakfast was amazing and the service was excellent. I'd definately recommend this hotel and will certainly be back.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Tracey
A hidden Gem great location lovely boutique hotel amazing service delicious food and great atmosphere . staff are very attentive excellent excelled our expectations great experience
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Stephen
Buzzy vibe downstairs, luxury quiet rooms upstairs
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2025
Grit

Modern and artsy hotel with stunning views

Black Ivy is a lovely hotel in the center of Edinburgh right next to the Meadows. Its interior and exterior design is wonderful and artsy, with photography in the hallways and rooms. It's really a gem. Our room had a gorgeous park view out to the Meadows and onto the lovely skyline of Edinburgh. The room was clean and modern and had all the amenities (shampoo, shower gel, hair dryer, etc) and it is ecofriendly. The staff is excellent and super helpful. We had a great stay. The Xmas decoration was quite special.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2025
Clare
Lovely hotel, staff and service excellent
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2025
Gill
Friendly staff, good food, very comfortable rooms
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Sheila
The property was beautifully decorated for the holiday. The rooms were quaint, but suited my needs.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2024
Judith
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Gareth
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Angela
The room was clean and cozy with high ceilings. The bar and restaurant below had fantastic food and drinks. At night, it is a lively seen filled with locals (though this did not disturb any early nights we had)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
Elizabeth
The Black Ivy was so cute! The restaurant is great and it’s nice to have breakfast in your hotel and the rooms are super clean. Staff were friendly and very helpful. The only thing I would say is that the hot water for the shower was not very hot (to be fair I like it basically the temp of the surface of the sun) but it was above warm at best. I liked the tea and cookie set up and the room decor <3
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
James
Excellent stay
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2024
Barry
On street parking only at £4.10 an hour.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2024
Mark
Great staff and food was great
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
16 Aug 2024
Rachel

The place needs air conditioning

The staff were cheerful and friendly. Room 211, top floor, was ok but *stifflingly hot* and sleeping was near impossible. To be fair it was during a very hot period in August which I realise may be unusual for Scotland but there was no air conditioning, the window only opened a few centimetres and the fan was all but useless. Altogether it was an expensive and uncomfortable night in a very small room.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Anne
Beautiful hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2024
David
A very friendly stylish at the centre of one of Edinburgh's most pretty areas.
The dining room for dinner could be brighter, otherwise everything was excellent
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Kathleen
Beautiful place at a great location!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2024
Jacqueline

Excellent

Great idea to stay I was attending an event nearby.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2024
Alan
This is the 4th time I have stayed at the Black Ivy. I can't imagine going to Edinburgh and staying anywhere else.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
20 Jun 2024
Kemal

Misleading Room Information

Double Room information was misleading. The room was so small, there is no place to put my two small suitcases. I have to move some of the room furniture to outside. In order to reach so called Wardrobe, you have to walk through on the bed. Despite my complaint to staff, nothing happened. Room is not 13 sq m at all. You will have only 1sq m to move around, Do not book room 107. Your holiday will be ruin.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2024
kathleen m

Wonderful boutique hotel

Fabulous boutique hotel. Staff were so wonderful. The rooms were comfortable, the wifi worked the shower was great and the location also fabulous.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2024
Alison
Beautiful hotel room, spacious, bright, furnished with quality
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2024
Douglas

Quiet Spot in Edinburgh

Good property outside of madness but 15 minutes walk from Castle/Royal Mile. Not really a hotel a much as a good large restaurant bar with comfortable rooms. Kind of what we were looking for after 10 days of larger hotels with amenities we never used! Only problem we had was lack of AC. It wasn’ even that hotel but got a bit stuffy.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2024
A

Great Hotel

Staff were amazing, food was great, room was lovely but had a massive draft from the window. Hotel is very relaxed and not formal which is refreshing. A great stay.
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2024
Yuanzhen
The receptionist is great!
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2024
Alison
Everything perfect as usual - thank you
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2024
Kimberley
Beautiful hotel with excellent service.
The bed linen and bed is super comfortable and the bar and restaurant areas are clean and stylish!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2024
Jason
Quite expensive, a little pretentious but very comfortable, great location and excellent staff. Great location too.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2024
stacey de Sa
This is my favourite hotel in Edinburgh. It’s luxury at a great price . I can never fault it
Rooms are beautifully decorated. The staff are simply amazing in every way
Highly recommend it - you will not regret it
Thank you for another incredible stay
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2024
Chelsey
Book this place! Now! Everything about it is fantastic, and the neighborhood is quite charming. Great restaurants, parks, and just a short walk to City Centre. Thank you, Black Ivy, for such a lovely stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2024
Ozlem

Edinburgh stay

I was up in Edinburgh for an exam. My room was quiet, minimal noise, dark at night. The bed (pillows and mattress) were perfect for me. I slept really well for the first time in months the night after my exam. It's stylish and clean. Had a wonderful stay, thank you. Also staff kibdly looked after my heavy suitcase and bag (full of books) after check out so I can get out and about without pulling heavy bags around.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2024
michelle

fantastic

great hotel, super rooms, lovely staff & good location
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2024
Gary

Fab Aromas

Our second stay. Lovely rooms and fab aromas. Lively bar and good food. Really interesting and expensive decora.
Partner
4/10
Poor
29 Dec 2023
Atul

Very disappointed

Sadly the stay did not live up to expectation. Upon arrival I didn’t get the room I had pre- paid for and my room had been down graded and the reason given was this was because I’d booked as a solo occupancy. The room wasn’t fit for purpose and left me with a sleepless night. The hotel manager accepted this was a failing on the hotels part and as the hotel was full I was given very little alternatives. Breakfast this morning was equally poor by being served a cremated sausage sandwich. Sadly this showed there is clearly a lack of quality process before food leaves the kitchen or simply a lack of pride by the chef. On a positive note the front of house team were polite and very friendly. I had planned my stay to celebrate my 60th birthday and left me extremely disappointed
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2023
JAMES
Amazing quirky place, very comfortable bed, relaxed and refreshed.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
08 Nov 2023
Susan
I choose a property with a lift as have bad knees. The lift only serves 1/3 property. This wasn’t made clear on the Expedia website. Receptionist clearly judged I could walk up two lifts despite asking to use the lift.

No clearly defined reception area.

Toothpaste all down the back of the en-suite door.

No way of adjusting room temperature in your room.

Old sash window nightmare to open to cool room. I had to stand on the dressing table and move mirror.

To say I booked as a treat for myself just left feeling underwhelmed.

Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2023
Kelley
I enjoyed my stay here.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2023
Nomfundo

Unique stay in Edinburgh

Hotel was great, rooms spacious and well decorated. Friendly staff and great food. The only issue was the creaky water pipes, which made a lot of noise at night. It did not ruin the stay but the hotel needs to look into this.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2023
Verified traveler

Best night’s sleep.

Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Bed extremely comfortable. The breakfast was delicious, unfortunately I didn’t have enough time to linger over it, will make sure to next time though.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2023
Irma
Very cute and cozy. The food in the restaurant was excellent! Enjoyed every moment. Book this hotel if small spaces are ok with you. No regrets!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2023
Kelley
I stayed here because my daughter's apartment was within walking distance. It was the perfect choice and a great location with shops all around. The restaurant has good food, and the staff is very friendly. Do not book the park view rooms on a Friday or Saturday night because the bar and outside terrace noise is loud until 11 p.m. The rooms in the back are much quieter.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2023
Anthony G
Friend suggested Ivy. Works for us
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2023
Miss

An excellent choice

An excellent hotel in a beautiful part of Edinburgh. The staff were superb and the room and decor attractive.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2023
Linda

Fantastic stay

Fantastic overnight stay. Manager and staff were so friendly and helpful from the minute we arrived (outstanding).Will definitely go back.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2023
MORAG

Delightful place and staff

Arrived before check in, not a
Problem they would pop luggage into room when ready. Said we wouldn’t be back til late - no problem - 24 hr reception. Only issue window wouldn’t open ?
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2023
Ann

Arizona Ann

It was a beautiful room and so comfortable. The bed and linens were luxurious. I dined at the hotel 3 times and the food was delicious. I’ll go back again the first chance I get.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2023
Bridget
Black Ivy was a wonderful choice to stay in Edinburgh. The staff were top notch and the food was delicious. The room was so clean and cosy. Plus, the atmosphere in the restaurant was so trendy! I loved hanging out there. The staff went out of the way to help me out whenever I needed something or had a question. Special shout out to Craig the manager!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2023
Pam
Great Hotel - will be back
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2023
Alan
Great location, very comfortable and staff friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2023
David

A little gem of a hotel in great location.

Really enjoyed our stay at Black Ivy. Beautiful inside and out and in great location. Probably the best breakfast I’ve ever had - all brought to you, even the drinks. Ordered porridge and it came freshly made with raspberries, blueberries and seeds. Perfect! The cooked breakfast was so good as well. Bedroom overlooked the park and was immaculate with an incredibly comfortable bed. Will definitely be back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2023
Alexandra

Great weekend break

Loved this hotel. Staff were super accommodating and the room was really comfortable. The music from the bar can be loud at night but it was tolerable.
Self

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Black Ivy
Alvanley Terrace, 2-4, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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