Lochrin Basin, Union Canal, Edinburgh, EH3 9NY, United Kingdom
#40 of 148 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 140 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 April 2024
Amy
United KingdomIt was so unique, cosy and had everything that we needed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Natalie
United KingdomNothing
Fantastic stay on this beautiful boat lovely situated lovely and cosy very clean would highly recommend
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Lynne
United KingdomNothing.
It was super comfy and cosy. We were there during the freezing weather in January 24 and it was really cosy.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Semin
United KingdomOur only problem was that water started to leak inside and 1-2 liters of water came out next to the toilet and this made us a little difficult.
had a great experience it was very clean and had everything we needed
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Eric
United StatesIt is hard on a boat to say you are going to have lots of space, so that needs to be expected. We did battle venting when we cooked so be prepared to open the hatch to clear out the kitchen. Everything was expected as we knew we were on a boat and if you go into the place with this in mind you will love it.
The location was amazing. The experience of a canal boat was really fun. We enjoyed being central to everything in Edinburgh. The beds were really comfy. The boat stayed nicely warm. For the women, the flat iron and hair dryer was a great amenity.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Natali
United KingdomAll was amazing!!!Thank you
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Amanda
United KingdomThere was absolutely nothing to fault everything was perfect
Every thing about our stay was fantastic ❤️
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Wendy
United KingdomLovely staff
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
David
IrelandThe Boatel is quirky but brilliantly located and comfortable. Natasha was really helpful and accommodating. You have to get used to managing the things like the pump and toilet but it's easy enough. Kitchen was well set up and easy to use and beds were super comfortable. We were there in November so you needed to get the blower going initially for heat but once heating on it was snug.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Clare
United KingdomSofa bed wasn’t the best. Needs a mattress topper. Bedside cabinet in bottom bedroom to near sockets so can only use one. Couldn’t get electric blanket to work in this room either.
Property was lovely and clean. Well equipped . Great location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Emma-lea
United KingdomLovely, cosy stay! The children loved staying on a boat, as did we! Natalie was really helpful upon arrival, she showed us around and left her number if we needed anything throughout our stay. The boat was clean and warm. It is a great size and was very comfortable for a family of 4, it could easily accommodate a couple more adults or children. Great location, within easy walking distance of Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle and The Old Town! Highly recommend, we would love to stay again! We were a little worry about the temperature prior to arrival as temperatures had dropped and the canal was frozen! But we can honestly say we were lovely and warm, the boat was very well heated. For a unique stay in Edinburgh, do not hesitate to book!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Pauline
IrelandIf you want to stay in somewhere a little different, the wee sisters boatel has it. Location a few streets from main attractions with excellent facilities, clean, warm, little extra comforts, self catering.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Susan
United KingdomNothing
All of it
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Richard
United KingdomNothing
Clean, spacious and well equipped
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Fiona
IrelandWe loved staying on the boat, once the heating was on we were perfectly comfortable despite the Scottish weather outside! They had thought of everything from kitchen utensils to hairdryer/ hair straightener….
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Nicola
United KingdomExcellent location , car parking close by , friendly staff, well equipped, continental breakfast included comfy beds and immaculate inside.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Colette
United KingdomHad to get used to the small bathroom but also had access to another shower so worked out well.
Loved staying on a houseboat - a first for us! It was very comfortable, well equipped and in a great location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Annette
United KingdomWe didn't like leaving and wished we'd booked another night.
Something a little different for a city centre stay. Very well equipped with everything you need and a lovely selection for breakfast.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Colin
United KingdomSteep steps but….
Good location, everything you needed on board, comfy beds!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Mary
United StatesEverything was great except the noise in the main bedroom when the toilet was flushing.
Quite area and close to store and places to eat.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Rebecca
United KingdomBoat-life takes a bit of getting used to!
Unique and cosy
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Faye
United KingdomFantastic property, lovely staff, great location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Caren
United StatesEverything was great for us!
The welcome essential pantry option was very nice for us. We also enjoyed talking a little bit with the owner, one of the sisters. :)
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Sharon
United KingdomA toaster would have been handy at breakfast time
A unique way for friends to get away together, the boat was cosy for an evening in, central location for exploring and quiet at night, close to a Tesco for supplies
Stayed in July 2023
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