Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 28 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 29 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 21 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 25 min walk
Restaurants
Montpeliers - 6 min walk
Bennets Bar - 6 min walk
The Golf Tavern - 4 min walk
Artisan Roast - 5 min walk
Tuk Tuk Indian Street Food - 6 min walk
About this property
Black Ivy Hotel
When you stay at Black Ivy Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Black Ivy, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Adjacent to a golf course
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Black Ivy - This restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 15.50 for children
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Links Hotel Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions
Does Black Ivy Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Black Ivy Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Black Ivy Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Black Ivy Hotel?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Black Ivy Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Black Ivy Hotel and nearby?
Black Ivy Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Black Ivy Hotel?
Yes, Black Ivy offers Modern European cuisine.
What's the area around Black Ivy Hotel like?
Black Ivy Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 16 minutes' walk from Grassmarket.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Dave
Dave, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Night out in Edinburgh
william
william, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 29, 2024
Great staff and food was great
Mark
Mark, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 16, 2024
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.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Kara
Kara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Beautiful hotel.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
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
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Beautiful place at a great location!
Kathleen
Kathleen, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Excellent
Great idea to stay I was attending an event nearby.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 25, 2024
Arafa
Arafa, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
This is the 4th time I have stayed at the Black Ivy. I can't imagine going to Edinburgh and staying anywhere else.
Alan
Alan, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Jun 20, 2024
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.
Kemal
Kemal, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
A
A, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
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.
kathleen m
kathleen m, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2024
Beautiful hotel room, spacious, bright, furnished with quality
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2024
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.
Douglas
Douglas, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2024
Tasha
Tasha, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 6, 2024
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.