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Reviews of City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels 4 stars

12a Carlton Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 5DD, United Kingdom

#90 of 151 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 141 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    It was a great place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Free parking!

    Parking was a problem

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    8.0
    Great value for lodgings in a nice neighbourhood near the Royal Mile
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use a bit of 'lip stick' as the linens & lamps were a bit done, and the shower area needed some work. A proper dispenser for soap and shower gel would be an improvement. It was pitch dark when we arrived, and the stairs were steep with no lights, so that was a bit of a hazard for me. Having said that, it was great value for money spent.

    Easy self check in, full shared kitchen and living room, quiet, pleasant neighbourhood. Room was large and comfortable. Neighbourhood food, drinks, small market close by. Very close to the Royal Mile area and Colton Hill. Great value for the location and facilities.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    9.0
    Great location, great price, would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were a party of 8 and the 7th and 8th sleeping space is the living room on futon bed which wasn’t the same standard as the other 3 rooms

    The location was great and the 3 bedrooms were an excellent standard

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    8.0
    Short and sweet stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The radiator wasn’t working. There were alternatives though (2 small heaters) which did the job well. The Paris Room door is located behind the entrance door which could be a bit annoying.

    There are three rooms in the flat and we stayed in the Paris room. The entrance was a bit tricky to find but once we saw a plaque for the ApartHotel it was obvious. Accessing it was easy, and there was a pleasant smell upon entering. The room and bathroom are very clean and nicely decorated and ready for us with towels on the bed and extra blankets provided in the closet. Beds were comfortable and clean with multiple pillows. The location is in a great area with nature and views around and an easy 15 mins walk from the center. The kitchen had all cooking equipment provided in the case of long stay with coffee, sugar, and milk powder provided. The common living room is spacious (couches, coffee table, dining table) and welcoming. Would 100% be staying here again, perfect for couples.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    8.0
    Comfortable apartment in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could just do with a better light for the access steps

    Comfortable, clean and good facilities in a great location!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dusty and heating didn't work properly

    Location, kitchen, and bathroom

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    8.0
    Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is near town centre and tourist attractions.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place. The space of the room .everything was clean. the kitchen is full of types of equipment. I recommend the place

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    9.0
    It was perfect for what we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was in the centre of town so very accessible. Close to the train station and to other places we wanted to visit. Also the room was clean, quiet and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location. 15 minute walk to the main shops / bars / restaurants. Communication with the owner before and during our stay was excellent. The apartment was comfy and spacious.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The size of the twin room with the outside bathroom . Swiss Lodge. Is a little bit small. The carpet from the downstairs to the staircase upstairs could be changed.

    The staff friendly, the property very near to the city centre, kitchen clean with cooking utensils. Home away from home. Bathroom smelling nice.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    8.0
    Quite place at night
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location close to city

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    7.0
    Not what I expected...
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is very unclean and untidy. From the moment you walk in the hallway it appears the bare minimum is done to maintain the place. Yes it is more affordable but I do not feel this is an excuse, just felt lazy. Awful trouble with the lock system for the room also. Would not stay again...

    The location was nice enough, close to some lovely walking areas and not far off the centre.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    9.0
    Lovely and would not hesitate to return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not really a dislike more a minor inconvenience but there was a tv in the room but it had no aerial connection.

    I liked: The location which was quiet and safe. The comfortable bed. The room was very clean. Even though I did not use the kitchen, It was fully equipped and very clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Parking in the area is quite expensive

    location was perfect

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    8.0
    Generally very happy with the stay. Would recommend to a friend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Wifi had no internet connection, so there wasn't really any Wifi. The door to the bedroom was very stiff in the frame, took a lot of effort to open and close, and made a lot of noise in doing so. The towel rail in the bathroom didn't heat, which meant that towels were cold and took a long time to dry. But these all felt like minor things and didn't take the shine off a great visit to Edinburgh.

    Fantastic location, with a comfortable and clean room at a great price. We were very happy with our stay.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    9.0
    A great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The walls are not really sound proof, but we don't mind.

    I went with a group of friends. The apartment is well equipped, in a nice neighborhood near Calton Hill. The living room is a great bonus. Rooms are clean and spacious.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    7.0
    To sum up. Great little spot. Lounge and kitchen facilities are useful but did not see much use to be honest but good fr
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Initial small issue with the loo flush and water pooling in the shower tray. 1st mutually resolved 2nd just needs a drain clean.

    Very well situated. Easy access/self check in , quiet location, helpful owner, clean and tidy. Affluent area. Close to King Arthur’s seat, The Royal Mile and Princes St being a 5 min walk away to one end.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was quite a lot of noise from other guests, this is no fault of the hotel, but maybe an additional internal door or curtain in the Oriental room would help to reduce the noise.

    The room was spacious and comfortable, the host was easy to contact and very welcoming. The shower was fantastic.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room and bathroom are small. Small for 4 people.

    The location is very close to Princes St. The communication is timely.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    9.0
    Amazing stay and perfect value for the amount we paid. Would definitely recommend staying here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was really good but the wi-fi range in the room was a bit slow and kept logging out from time to time.

    It was a really good room, very spacious and very good location! Sav was an amazing host and very friendly and extremely welcoming! The beds were extremely comfortable and room was very clean! very well maintained!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    8.0
    great place Will recommend to others
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    there was no hairdryer in room and advice on door was there was also unable to use the lounge/dining area so bit restricted within one room

    convenient to everything

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2023

    8.0
    Great Stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No issues with the stay 🙂

    The Location means you are a 20 minute walk from the main shops/ bars and Edinburgh Waverley station. The check in process was smooth and the room was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Need a few more hangers for clothes in the wardrobe, please.

    Excellent location for the train station, bus services, restaurants, and Calton Hill park and Holyrood Park.

    Stayed in March 2023

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