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Braid Hills Hotel

3.0 star property
Golfers tee off on an award-winning course while food lovers savor local cuisine under the stars at this charming Edinburgh retreat

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views - Braid Hills Hotel (Edinburgh)
Braid Hills Hotel welcomes travelers with its 18-hole golf course and garden setting. Enjoy outdoor dining at the 1886 Restaurant and in-room WiFi. Helpful staff can direct visitors to nearby attractions like Murrayfield Stadium, just a short trip away.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Classic Double With View

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

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Clan Family Rooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Twin With View

  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Wee Classic

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Morningside, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Braid Hills Hotel is in the suburbs and next to a golf course. Grassmarket and Princes Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Edinburgh Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Murrayfield Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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134 Braid Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH10 6JD

What's nearby

  • Double Rainbow over Edinburgh singles shower over
    Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Corn Exchange, Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
    Edinburgh Corn Exchange
    7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Braid Hills Golf Course
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Braid Hills
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Napier University
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Slateford Station
    5 min drive
  • Saughton Tram Stop
    8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Ball Room Sports Bar & Pool Hall
    14 min walk
  • Bennets of Morningside
    13 min walk
  • Greggs
    12 min walk
  • The Chip Inn
    4 min drive
  • Charwood
    19 min walk

About this property

Braid Hills Hotel

Hotel near Grassmarket
Located close to Braid Hills Golf Course and Murrayfield Stadium, Braid Hills Hotel provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, 1886 Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and golf cart on site
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 71 individually decorated rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 1886 Restaurant
  • Edinburgh Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 16,146 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Braid Hills Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Braid Hills Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Braid Hills Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Braid Hills Hotel located?

Located in Morningside, this golf hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Braid Hills Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Grassmarket and Princes Street. Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Castle are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Braid Hills Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious clean room, lovely staff and great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel in a great location and a lovely restaurant too. Perfectly placed on a great bus route direct to the city and moat attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel and the restaurant was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Gillies

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a number of times and wouldn't hesitate to go back. Comfortable rooms and friendly staff. Many of the rooms have stunning views over Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Clean room. No elevator which may be an issue for some.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mr Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, clean room and hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, nice welcoming staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly. Room basic and in need of being refurbished but was clean Breakfast rather limited in selection. Eggs and bacon both very oily. Sausages were good though. Convenient location close to bus routes and free parking. Overall a solid 3 star hotel which was good value .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Awel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, spacious, easily walkable to a lot of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and quaint, a lot of stairs to navigate on route to our room on 1st floor! All the staff we encountered during our stay were exceptionally friendly, our room was spotless with nice toiletries, breakfast was lovely with plenty of choices!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was charming, chatty and helpful despite it being 9pm when we arrived. Attention to the decor in the corridors plus the festive additions made the hotel seem very welcoming. Breakfast was plentiful, varied, tasty and unhurried.
Festive additions to reception areas on top of Scottish themed stained glass or frosted windows with portraits of Scottish historical characters and events along the corridors
Elegant bathroom with fantastic shower
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel decor and facilities are a bit tired but the staff are friendly and efficient. Breakfast was super. Free parking was a bonus
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, beautiful room, great view. And they've even renewed the stair carpets!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the historical aspect of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a cosy, well staffed, friendly space, within walking distance of Edinburgh town, along a bustling street of many many cafe’s, restaurants & eclectic shops & boutique’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect for our visit to Edinburgh, room was very warm, clean, bed was comfortable. The breakfast was very good, with plenty of choice. The hotel had a bus stop down some steps that took you into Edinburgh, the buses were very regular. We enjoyed our stay immensely and will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The was very clean but as with all older hotels a little wear and tear is to be expected. The staff were all very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Even Magnus the hotel cat was very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent check in with friendly staff. Room very small and noisy with no bottled water, coffee tea facilities stocked based on 1 person staying. Very average. However good parking and location public transport into central Edinburgh is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very helpful and welcoming. The room was lovely. The location was beautiful. The breakfast was very good. We would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Annie

Room was slightly dates, wallpaper pealing from wall. But the hotel its self was lovely. Fairly clean, all together a nice stay and brilliant location for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed breakfast. Lots to chose from, fry up to cereals and lots more.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon-Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely traditional hotel.

Lovely traditional hotel. Given the age of the building its kept in good shape. Staff are very friendly and well.presented.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous hotel, perfectly situated just on the outskirts of Edinburgh, bus stop just outside and takes approximately 30 mins to get to the centre, Room was lovely, staff were very friendly and helpful, breakfast choices were great, plenty for everyone and different variety, all in all i have nothing but praise for this hotel and I look forward to staying there again in the future - thank you to all the staff who work hard to maintain such a wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel with good breakfast and great views. Lots of stairs to the third floor!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was lovely and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025