The Guards Hotel
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About this property
Guards Hotel is a small family-run hotel across from Haymarket Train Station in the West End and close to the EICC. Princes Street is a 10-minute walk away. The hotel is warm, welcoming and has a military theme. Each room has free Wi-Fi and is well decorated with home comforts. The staff can help with travel arrangements and local information, and Edinburgh Tattoo tickets can also be arranged. There are excellent bus services into the center of the city and to Edinburgh Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Heating
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Amenities of The Guards Hotel
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Heating
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Activities
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
General
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as 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
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.






The fine print
A surcharge of GBP 10 per hour applies for arrivals after 22.30. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property. A cash security deposit of GBP 250 is required on arrival for stag and hen parties. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out and subject to a damage inspection of the accommodations. Children can be accommodated using existing beds, or if guests provide their own bedding. The hotel cannot provide cots or cribs. Please provide your mobile number when making your booking.
Please inform The Guards Hotel 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.