Hotel Frederick House Hotel

42 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 2980 reviews)

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8.6
Excellent
2,987 reviews

Great location and really nice hotel, comfy rooms and friendly staff

Joseph United Kingdom

The helpful and friendly staff, the wonderful airy and well lit big bathroom, the complementary drinking chocolate pouches. I simply loved them.

Anita India

No parking and for Edinburgh that equates to anothet 50% charge on your stay.

William Japan

Great location and a lovely hotel with very polite and helpful staff

Clement United Kingdom

Great location-easy to get to and from airport. Really good size room with fridge which was handy. Bed comfy/staff very helpful. Useful having a room to leave luggage in.

Felicity United Kingdom

Close to main attractions without the noise of restaurants and people

Liliana United States of America

Stay here! Perfect location. I loved this hotel. Check in was easy. Staff were nice, especially Antonio. Room wasn't tiny or anything. I had everything I needed and the room temperature was perfect. Beds were comfortable. What more can you ask for?

Elizabeth United States of America

The location was wonderful, I was within walking distance to the Waverly train station, and much of Edinburgh's main tourist attractions. The staff were very knowledgeable, and I even got a free room upgrade so was very happy with that!

Vanisha United Kingdom

Hotel is in middle of the beautiful town and close to stations.

Susheel United Kingdom

I enjoyed everything about it. Great customer service, very comfortable beds and space, clean, good shower and fantastic location.

William United States of America
8.6
Excellent
2,987 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great location and really nice hotel, comfy rooms and friendly staff”
    Joseph Joseph United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The helpful and friendly staff, the wonderful airy and well lit big bathroom, the complementary drinking chocolate pouches. I simply loved them.”
    Anita Anita India India
  • “No parking and for Edinburgh that equates to anothet 50% charge on your stay.”
    William William Japan Japan
  • “Great location and a lovely hotel with very polite and helpful staff”
    Clement Clement United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great location-easy to get to and from airport. Really good size room with fridge which was handy. Bed comfy/staff very helpful. Useful having a room to leave luggage in.”
    Felicity Felicity United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Close to main attractions without the noise of restaurants and people”
    Liliana Liliana United States of America United States of America
  • “Stay here! Perfect location. I loved this hotel. Check in was easy. Staff were nice, especially Antonio. Room wasn't tiny or anything.”
    Elizabeth Elizabeth United States of America United States of America
  • “The location was wonderful, I was within walking distance to the Waverly train station, and much of Edinburgh's main tourist attractions.”
    Vanisha Vanisha United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Hotel is in middle of the beautiful town and close to stations.”
    Susheel Susheel United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I enjoyed everything about it. Great customer service, very comfortable beds and space, clean, good shower and fantastic location.”
    William William United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.7

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In the heart of central Edinburgh, Frederick House Hotel is a Georgian townhouse offering elegant, modern rooms with private bathrooms. Princes Street is just a 5-minute walk away.

Each of the 4-star rooms at Frederick House feature a flat-screen TV and fridge. Guests can also make use of free Wi-Fi access, tea/coffee-making facilities, and local information guides.

Breakfast is served across the street from the hotel at Rabble everyday from 08:15 to 11:30. Rabble also offer Frederick House's guests a 20% discount for lunch or dinner.

The famous Royal Mile and Edinburgh Waverley Station can be reached in just 15 minutes’ walk. The vast Holyrood Park is a 20-minute walk, while Edinburgh Castle is 15 minutes away on foot.

This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Frederick House Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 5, 2009

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Heating

Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Edinburgh, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

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Guest reviews

8.6
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  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.8
    Room size
    Quiet room, Room temperature
  • Value for money8.6
    Convenient location
  • Location9.5
    Central location, Food and drink options nearby, Shopping area
  • Free WiFi8.7

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  • Joseph United Kingdom

    “Great location and really nice hotel, comfy rooms and friendly staff”

  • Anita India

    “The helpful and friendly staff, the wonderful airy and well lit big bathroom, the complementary drinking chocolate pouches. I simply loved them.”

  • William Japan

    “No parking and for Edinburgh that equates to anothet 50% charge on your stay.”

  • Clement United Kingdom

    “Great location and a lovely hotel with very polite and helpful staff”

  • Felicity United Kingdom

    “Great location-easy to get to and from airport. Really good size room with fridge which was handy. Bed comfy/staff very helpful. Useful having a room to leave luggage in.”

  • Liliana United States of America

    “Close to main attractions without the noise of restaurants and people”

  • Elizabeth United States of America

    “Stay here! Perfect location. I loved this hotel. Check in was easy. Staff were nice, especially Antonio. Room wasn't tiny or anything. I had everything I needed and the room temperature was perfect. Beds were comfortable. What more can you ask for?”

  • Vanisha United Kingdom

    “The location was wonderful, I was within walking distance to the Waverly train station, and much of Edinburgh's main tourist attractions. The staff were very knowledgeable, and I even got a free room upgrade so was very happy with that!”

  • Susheel United Kingdom

    “Hotel is in middle of the beautiful town and close to stations.”

  • William United States of America

    “I enjoyed everything about it. Great customer service, very comfortable beds and space, clean, good shower and fantastic location.”

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About Frederick House Hotel

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  • How many sheets of toilet paper would we be allowed per night?

    Dear guest, we keep one roll aside and one in the handle.

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    Answered on September 21, 2020
  • Hello, Do you do late check out? If so - how late is it possible to stay and how much would it be? Thank you!

    Thank for your enquiry. Our check out time is by 11am. A later check out time (latest at 1pm) can be organized at the reception on your arrival at an additional cost of £20.00 (Pounds) but this is subject to availability.

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    Answered on July 12, 2021
  • Do you let toy poodles in doesnt

    Dear Guest, Thank you for your queries. Sorry we don't let them in. Kind regards Frederick house hotel

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    Asked about: Single Room • Answered on August 25, 2020
  • Hi, Would you store our luggage for a few hours after checkout as train would not be till afternoon?

    Dear Guest Thank for your enquiry. You can use our luggage room on arrival and departure. It is free of charge and time limit. you can use our lounge

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    Asked about: Triple Room • Answered on November 13, 2021
  • Hi, how far are you (walking) from the train station and the castle please? Thank you

    Dear booker, the Castle is only 13 min away, while the station 10.

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    Answered on January 20, 2022
  • Hey, I just wanted to check and ask are hairdryers in all rooms?

    Dear Guest, Yes We have hairdryers in all the rooms. If you have any questions we are happy to help you. Kind Regards, Reservations.

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    Answered on October 8, 2021
  • Hi, I’m a fully-vaccinated traveller arriving from an Amber list country. Can I book a room and use your address to get delivery of a Day2 covid kit?

    Thank you for your enquiry. Yes you can put hotel address.

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    Answered on September 9, 2021
  • Hi, I’m Raju from India. I will be travelling to Edinburgh tomirrow. I need to quarantine for 10days. Is it available for rent tomorrow. 1st of septem

    Dear Raju, Thank you for your enquiry, unfortunately we can not accommadate your request. Please look for hotel with quarantine facillities. Kind Regards, Reservations.

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    Answered on August 31, 2021
  • good evening how far is the train station to hotel

    Dear Guest, thank you for your enquiry. The hotel is 15 minutes away from the waverley train station.

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    Answered on July 19, 2020
  • Hello, If I arrive earlier than check in, can I leave my luggage at the hotel? Thank you.

    Thank you for your question. We have a lugguage room that you can use free of charge.

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    Answered on May 25, 2020
  • Wanted to book room for 4 adults (quadruple room) but it says only double bed and single bed?

    Dear Booker, Thank you for your message. Please contact the hotel directly for availability and best price. Best regards, Reservations

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    Answered on October 11, 2019
  • Do you have a smart tv ( to stream netflix)?

    Dear booker, thank you very much for your question. unfortunately we do not have smart tv's in our rooms. best regards reservation.

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    Answered on November 29, 2021
  • How far a walk is parking and what are the costs ??

    Dear guest, The parking is at 15min from the hotel. Please check NCP car parking website for accurate information and deals.

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    Asked about: Single Room • Answered on June 24, 2021
  • Do you have an elevator, or would any of your single rooms be on the first or second floors?

    Dear Sir madam, Thank for your interst in our hotel. we do have lift. However ther about 10 steps in a staircase to the receptuion area. Kind regards Reservations

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    Answered on December 12, 2019
  • Hi, are there shampoo and conditioner in every room? Also, is a body soap a body wash or just a soap bar?

    Thank you for your enquiry. Our bedrooms are supplied with 2in1 (shampoo and body wash) no conditioner.

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    Asked about: Twin Room • Answered on January 3, 2022
  • Is there a hairdryer in the room and what linen is it on the bed ? Is it a Quilt also is there extra cover incase a cold nite

    All our bedrooms are equipped with hairdryer and linen on the beds and in case of cold night also extra blankets.

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    Asked about: Double Room • Answered on August 30, 2021
  • Hi, do you cater for vegans?

    Dear Liam Boyne,Breakfast is served at Rabble restaurant, which is located across the road to the left from the hotel. You can book the breakfast when you are at the hotel if you want. Thanks.

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    Asked about: Twin Room • Answered on May 23, 2021
  • Hi in the event that we arrive early is it possible for us to leavebour bags on the lobby? Or do you have a concierge

    Thank you for your question. Yes we do have luggage room facility

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    Answered on May 21, 2021
  • Do I need to bring passport?

    Dear Sir/Madam You need ID if you travel outside of UK Kind regards Reservations

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    Answered on December 9, 2019
  • Do any of the bedrooms have a walk in shower rather that a bath

    Dear Booker, We are happy to confirm that we do have just one room with a shower. Please contact the hotel for availability. Best regards, Reservations

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    Answered on October 12, 2019
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Scottish National Gallery
    0.3 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens
    0.3 miles
  • Charlotte Square
    0.3 miles
  • Scott Monument
    0.3 miles
  • The Georgian House
    0.3 miles
  • The Royal Bank of Scotland
    0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle
    0.3 miles
  • Waverley Mall
    0.4 miles
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    0.4 miles
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience
    0.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Fishers In The City, 58 Thistle Street
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Tigerlily, 125 George St
    0.3 miles
  • Restaurant Witchery by the Castle, 352 Castlehill
    0.6 miles
  • Restaurant STEAK, 14 Picardy Place
    0.7 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Queens Arms, 49 Frederick Street
    0.1 miles
Top attractions
  • Royal Mile
    0.4 miles
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    0.5 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland
    0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse
    0.7 miles
  • University of Edinburgh
    0.8 miles
  • Arthur's Seat
    1.6 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    1.7 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    2.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    2.7 miles
  • Dalhousie Castle
    7.9 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Arthur's Seat
    2.5 miles
  • Ocean/Sea Firth of Forth
    20 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    6.3 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    35.2 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    48 miles
How to get to Frederick House Hotel from Edinburgh Airport
    Taxi
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Frederick House Hotel

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Elevator
Heating
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Romanian
  • Russian
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Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules
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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
£20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed by request
£20 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Solo American Express Frederick House Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that when booking 5 rooms or more, different terms and conditions will apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.

FAQs about Frederick House Hotel

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Frederick House Hotel by:

    • Taxi 25min
    • Airport shuttle (public) 35min

  • Frederick House Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Frederick House Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Frederick House Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Frederick House Hotel is 2,450 feet from the center of Edinburgh.

    • Guests staying at Frederick House Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • À la carte

    • Room options at Frederick House Hotel include:

      • Single
      • Double
      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Quad