About
This 4-star townhouse hotel is located within the quiet residential area of Newington, just 1 mile from Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile and vibrant city center. Stylish rooms have room service available and complimentary Wi-Fi, while the hotel houses the independently run Sofia's Lounge and offers limited free parking for guests. Modern luxury rooms retain original Georgian features and large windows. Some rooms have a four-poster bed, while all rooms have an LCD TV and a shower room with complimentary Duck Island toiletries. The Salisbury Hotel is a 5-minute drive from the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace and Prince's Street’s shops. There are bus stops just 131 feet from the hotel, providing regular links to the city center. Please note that the hotel is in process of wonderful renovation which should be completed by the end of the summer 2026.
955 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.6
- Staff
- 9.2
- Location
- 8.5
What Guests Say
- “Comfy large bed and large room.Lovely helpful Staff.Nice continental breakfast.”
- “Friendly courteous staff.Brilliant location,quiet and handy for centre.”
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1/4Small Double Room
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1/4Family Room
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1/4Four-Poster Suite
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1/4Single Room
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1/4Superior Double Room
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What Guests Loved
Based on 955 reviews
Pros +
- Comfy large bed and large room.Lovely helpful Staff.Nice continental breakfast.
- Friendly courteous staff.Brilliant location,quiet and handy for centre.
- Poor
Cons -
- Room a bit dated could've done with a makeover.
- Shower room needs an upgrade
- Very poor quality breakfast on both days. Appears to be little, if any, communication between Reception & dining room. How can they Not Know how many guests to cater for breakfast: no eggs; no orange juice; no croissants or pastries; coffee questionable.
Comfy large bed and large room.Lovely helpful Staff.Nice continental breakfast.
Room a bit dated could've done with a makeover.
Friendly courteous staff.Brilliant location,quiet and handy for centre.
Shower room needs an upgrade
Poor
Very poor quality breakfast on both days. Appears to be little, if any, communication between Reception & dining room. How can they Not Know how many guests to cater for breakfast: no eggs; no orange juice; no croissants or pastries; coffee questionable.
The man at reception was super friendly and helpful. The room was perfect and the bed very comfortable. Breakfast was OK but when asked if I wanted coffee only filter came even though there was a proper coffee machine. Needed to know if there was an option even if it cost extra.
The room and bathroom were huge! Loved the big soaker tub n the comfy bed. The fancy old school mansion style was also nice. Also enjoyed the breakfast. Location was just on the outskirts of the city center so it was nice n quiet but did require us to take a bus into the city center.
The TV was super small and kinda far from the bed. So definitely need to upgrade the TV to match the size of the room n maybe relocate it because the bed frame post was in the way also.
The room and bathroom were huge! Loved the big soaker tub n the comfy bed. The fancy old school mansion style was also nice. Also enjoyed the breakfast. Location was just on the outskirts of the city center so it was nice n quiet but did require us to take a bus into the city center.
The TV was super small and kinda far from the bed. So definitely need to upgrade the TV to match the size of the room n maybe relocate it because the bed frame post was in the way also.
Clean. In a beautiful building . Fabulous continental breakfast. Parking space outside . Quiet . Comfortable.
Nil but I missed the personal touch of having someone in reception to check in with . Had to use a self service check in system as no one on reception . Demonstrates the importance of the human !
Ok, so for the money it was fine. A little far out from main attractions, but we knew that. The room had a fridge and toiletries were included... even a toothbrush.
The bed. On the first night I had the worst night's sleep I had ever had. I almost booked another hotel for the second night, but then I read the reviews and someone said their bed was uncomfortable because the hotel had taken a mattress topper and folded it in half. That is what they had done here... took that off and the second night was fine. Breakfast was not good. Hot water was problematic the first night, but strangely ok the second night. But like I say the price is reasonable, so you get what you pay for.
Perfect location for visiting Edingburgh University. A big room, with a comfortable bed and several seating options. Lovely breakfast.
Part of one of the window frames was broken and the curtain was hanging off the rail. Also a dead plant on the outside steps on arrival. Just a little bit more attention to detail needed for a 4 star hotel rating.
Staff were just lovely. Room was spotless and comfortable. Breakfast was first class.
Friendly welcome with lots of information given. Nice, clean comfortable room. A really good selection for the continental breakfast that was included. Restaurant staff helpful and attentive.
As older people we found the hotel a little too far from Edinburgh centre and had to rely on buses to get back and forth.
I would have preferred the option of a cooked breakfast. This is what I thought we we getting when I booked . After booking it stated it was a continental breakfast
I've never slept so far away from my husband. Two single beds put together with mattress topper over them, one soft mattress and the other firmNot what we expected. Plus side there is iron and ironing board in room , shower was amazing and they do provide shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. There are also sealed toothbrushes with mini toothpaste and a razor .The staff were all very nice and welcoming . Just expected a little more from our room for the money we paid. We purchased our own snacks and wine for the room as theirs were over priced.
The venue was a really nice comfortable place to stay. The breakfast staff were friendly and attentive. The room was a good size and really nice. The location is about a 25 minute walk from the main centre for tourism but extremely accessible via bus transport. This venue is right beside Arthur's Seat which is a definite plus.
Given the value for money there isn't anything to dislike.
The location and beds were comfortable.
There was a blood stain on the mattress and mold in the shower. There was a light missing with tissue stuck in the whole and felt like the whole place needed a good clean.
Good location and friendly staff at breakfast
Sadly there the room was filthy, the toilet hadn’t been cleaned (skid marks in it) and the sheets were dirty and ripped
Very friendly staff,super easy check in
Room just needs a little tlc
Lovely big house with a large bedroom and a large bed. A taxi journey into the centre of Edinburgh.Great continental breakfast.
Black sealant around the bath.
Location and the availability of drink and food in the room
Dated and needs a bit of redecoration. Our shower head was broken.
Size of room
Breakfast, very little choice and ran out of food
The location was amazing. Very close to the center of Edinburgh, only 10 minutes by bus.The breakfast wasn’t something special but it was exactly what you need to start your day.The staff was very helpful, answered all of our questions and also they provided us with new towels everyday.
The beds are in need of improvement.Also the room , especially the bathroom wasn’t very clean.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
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| Check-out | Before 10:30 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
If you plan to arrive at the hotel before 10:00 or after 23:00, please advise the hotel at the time of booking. This will help to ensure the Reception team make appropriate arrangements for your arrival. This may be subject to an additional cost. This property is unable to accept hen or stag parties. Guests staying at the Salisbury Hotel can enjoy a 40% discount at The Royal Commonwealth Pool. Bookings of over GBP 1000.00 will incur a 25% nonrefundable deposit. Please note that there is no elevator in the hotel. A Continental breakfast is available for GBP 8 per person.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Location
43-45 Salisbury Road, Edinburgh
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