Title: Cairn Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=1100&destination=Edinburgh%2C+Scotland%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=64061&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Cairn Hotel ## Photo gallery for Cairn Hotel ![Front of property - Cairn Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/9a3ced05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Cairn Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/28d090cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase - Cairn Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/cf54574e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Cairn Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/7187f7bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden - Cairn Hotel (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/70dce9ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Cairn Hotel, in Edinburgh's heart, is a short walk from the Royal Mile. Relax in the garden after sightseeing or catch shows at the nearby Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. The restaurant serves meals all day, and the attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Bar - 24/7 front desk £86 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr 9 - Apr 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 10 - Apr 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 17 - Apr 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=64061&PinnedHotelID=64061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 11 of 11 rooms ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/296bef3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 8.2 Very good 18 reviews - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/7cdd12b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 29 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/2b0337d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite ![Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/c7df4938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds ![Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/a03547d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Loft, 2 Bedrooms ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/1b0df3b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Loft, 2 Bedrooms 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/cac01030.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom ![Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/0262d9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Small Double Room ![Small Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64061/050aeb31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Small Double Room 8.6 Excellent 25 reviews - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Cairn-Hotel.h64061.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Cairn-Hotel.h64061.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Leith, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, Cairn Hotel is near a train station. 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. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh.dx6069845) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.95837%2C-3.18253&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YAKe7VW_Pp0Rg6ZZqeL9uXH1iMs=) 10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5JR ### What's nearby - ![Calton Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507676/223e8598-3cc3-4f70-b3af-57e60e44424e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Calton Hill 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Edinburgh royal playhouse theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081275/d26f3d71-7376-44ad-8534-31451e98bfb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/b0aa6d48-51b3-4993-b8c7-66a149700e62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Royal Mile 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Omni Centre Edinburgh 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles ### Getting around - Balfour Street Tram Stop 11 min walk - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) 12 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Santu Coffee Roastery 5 min walk - The Joker & the Thief 4 min walk - The Lantern Room 4 min walk - CC Blooms 3 min walk - Kul 3 min walk ## About this property ### Cairn Hotel Hotel near Princes Street Close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Royal Mile, 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 luggage storage - Smoke-free property, a water dispenser and tour/ticket information - A 24-hour front desk - 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: - Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products - Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers - Coffee/tea makers and phones ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105810000/105804100/105804010/039691ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hoxton Edinburgh West End - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 236 reviews £152 includes taxes & fees 16 Apr - 17 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=105804010&PinnedHotelID=105804010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088300/1088215/fb16eeb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Secured parking on site (GBP 20 per day; includes in/out privileges) - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 3 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Smoke-free property - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries - Iron/ironing board - LED lighting - Phone - Recycling - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### 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 ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: GBP 250.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children - Secured self-parking fee: GBP 20 per day (in/out privileges) 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Cairn Edinburgh Cairn Hotel Cairn Hotel Edinburgh Hotel Cairn Cairn Hotel Edinburgh Scotland Cairn Hotel Hotel Cairn Hotel Edinburgh Cairn Hotel Hotel Edinburgh ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cairn Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Hotel? ### How much is parking at Cairn Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Cairn Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Cairn Hotel? ### Where is Cairn Hotel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Cairn Hotel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 472 8 - Good 378 6 - Okay 104 4 - Poor 42 2 - Terrible 12 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin 3 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room nice, good cleaning services, friendly staff. ##### Erin Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alvaro 4 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Amazing property and great staff! Very near the train station and close to shopping and dining options. ##### Alvaro Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine 10 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I used this as a base for moving out of my Ex's flat. It was a terrible experience to move out but the staff here was firendly, ameniable, understanding, and so so helpful. They cheered me on, and checked in with me whenever I would get back. My room was just what I needed, good lighting/good curtains when needed, bathroom was spacious considering Edinburgh and the shower pressure was amazing. This is a great comfortable, budget friendly place with a good breakfast and great location. Will be staying here again and highly recommend. ##### Katherine Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damian 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room and really helpful staff ##### Damian Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eliud 11 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was amazing! Perfect location, walking distance to downtown and the pice was perfect. Every other hotel nearby was nearly double the price and this hotel had a nice size room and bathroom. ##### Eliud Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Charlotte 10 Mar 2026 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities The room was clean, no A/C -used a fan Bed was well used, lumpy... I didnt care for the breakfast- the food wasnt up to par. ##### Charlotte Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon 5 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I stayed in the single room, it was quiet, decent temperature, and whilst small it had everything I needed. I had a pleasant stay overall and look forward to staying there again. ##### Sharon Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kendra 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff was friendly, room was HUGE and it had a bath tub! Would definitely stay here again! ##### Kendra Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kaysie 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nuce clean place to stay in a good area of the city ##### Kaysie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Catherine 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet rooms, comfortable beds,friendly staff ##### Catherine Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 13 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was clean with no issues. Staff we friendly and helpful ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### sarah 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Comfortable, clean, and nice location. ##### sarah Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gemma 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely stay, check in/out was very easy. Staff were great especially Bala. ##### Gemma Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 13 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Friendly welcome extended throughout stay. Hotel clean, tidy and warm although shower showing signs of black mould between tiles and glass frames. Breakfast excellent. ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edmond 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and comfortable stay for 2 nights. The hotel has everything you need. Easy walk to Royal Mile and Calton Hill. Many restaurants and cafes nearby. Good place to stay for a few nights ##### Edmond Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlie 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property is in a really good location. The room was an okay size and very clean. The staff were also very helpful and friendly. ##### Carlie Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice hotel. Good location. ##### Vincent Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities Safe, clean room and easy access to train and bus. ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### lynn 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location very comfortable spacious room ##### lynn Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Zurisadai 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel. Quiet. Plenty to eat nearby. About 25-30 min walking distance to Old Town and other tourist places, but there is Uber and City Cabs readily available. ##### Zurisadai Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mintoi 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect location to visit Edinburgh Location is perfect, close to center and yet in a quiet street, room was comfortable and clean with plenty of milk for tea and coffee which is a rarity in hotels. Nice enough breakfast and staff were very helpful, really enjoyed our 2 day stay there, plenty of restaurants around and close to the tram to go to the sea front as well as to the centre of town. ##### Mintoi Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great large room, really helpful staff, excellent location. Good price. ##### Tom Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Shannon 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place, great location. Very happy with our stay at this hotel. ##### Shannon Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Julia 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was lovely and the staff were very friendly and efficient. My only quibble was the breakfast options cold have been more Scottish. Where was the fresh porridge option and some of the typical Scottish breakfast options; black pudding, square sausage, white pudding, etc. Would I stay here again? yes. ##### Julia Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel is in a great location. Walking to all the amazing sites. Hotel was clean, staff was friendly. Breakfast was delicious. 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