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Reviews of Underneath the Arches

3 Parkend, Bridge Street,, Penicuik, EH26 8NZ, United Kingdom

#2 of 8 hotels in Penicuik

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Review Score

Based on 51 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: July 1, 2025

    10
    Underneath the Arches - highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing wr didn't like about Underneath the Arches.

    A great little venue in Penicuik. Easy to navigate around the area and grateful transport links to Edinburgh or the Borders. The hosts provided a welcome pack, which was a lovely touch.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was convenient. Space was very comfortable. Very clean. The landlord left us food to get started.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2025

    10
    A beautiful place. I will be back. Thank you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is a beautiful,comfortable,quiet , a safe place to stay. The kitchen was nicely equipped and the food left was sure nice. I enjoyed the apartment.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2025

    9.0
    Very quiet and comfortable apartment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Windows hard to open to access fresh air.

    Nice welcome pack with treats!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2025

    9.0
    Great accommodation. Very well equipped with household essentials. Comfortable lounge & bedroom.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    An additional shelf in the bathroom for toiletries would be desirable.

    Great location for us for visiting family.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    10
    Close to Edinburgh, confy bed , nice kitchen .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was above expectations.

    We had best best experiences, the property exceeded our expectations, starting from nice welcome sweets , fresh grounded coffee, and many , many more things we did not expected to find in the house . Nice and well ready kitchen where we cooked , bed was above expectations being so comfy. Thank you so much for everything we had inside

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: November 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fantastic location,the arrival package was lovely. Clean, comfortable, exactly what I needed

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Gorgeous style and setting -

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 13, 2024

    8.0
    Delightful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really. Wi-fi intermittent though.

    Quaint, well equiped, excellent additional extras eg supply of international charging plugs, sensor lights, written information about the property and it’s surrounding ementies

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2024

    10
    Peaceful paradise in Penicuik
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all

    Everything!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2024

    10
    An excellent place to base a trip to the Edinburgh area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had to leave for our next booking on our trip.

    The property was everything we hoped it would be. Very true to the description.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2024

    9.0
    Have stayed a few times& always enjoyed.Location perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A walk in shower would have been easier as awaiting hip replacement at time of stay

    Breakfast items a lovely bonus Location perfect.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2024

    10
    would 100% come back it’s such a beautiful place to stay and the apartment is stunning
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NOTHING IT WAS AMAZING

    it was so lovely and i loved the little welcome box we really appreciated it

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good little place in Penicuik. Perfect base for me at work or anyone wanting to be near Edinburgh and the surrounding areas of the Lothians.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    10
    Very enjoyable, relaxed stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very comfortable and clean, lots of information of the area, a very nice welcome hamper, location fabulous, a real home from home. Thank you

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    9.0
    Nice and comfortable stay equipped with all u need
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bath could be improved

    Comfortable stay

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2023

    9.0
    Quaint accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Convenient and comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2023

    10
    A lovely place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    My second stay here and just as fab as the first. Great communication around how to get into the property and lots of useful local guide books once you're there. The welcome hamper is a thoughtful touch and throughout the property are comforts which make it home from home. Edinburgh is about an hour by bus but services are pretty frequent.Catch the X62 or 37 from the bus stop around the corner. While in Penicuik you must visit the Community shop next to Marmaris takeaway for some delicious scones and cakes! I can't write a review without saying the bed is the most comfortable ever! I hope to stay again. Thank you for a lovely stay

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2023

    10
    Very pleased and hope to return for a week early Summer
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We were attending a funeral so location perfect. I am sure the breakfast would be good but we are black coffee only in the morning.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2023

    10
    Wonderful find!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing bad to say!

    This property is the perfect place where to relax! the property is very well looked after and the attention to detail makes it that extra special. The house and the building are beautiful. Central to Penicuik close to all shops, pubs and bus stops. Such a beautiful property with beautiful green views in a very quiet area. The host was fantastic, very responsive and verry accommodating. This house was super clean and all bed linen and towels smelt amazing! the bed is just a snug! loved it all! Loved the selection of books and DVD for a relaxing night in!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2023

    8.0
    Comfortable and well-equipped.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very comfortable, clean, quiet and well-equipped little flat that suited us really well for our stay. On-street parking was much easier than we'd expected. Local shops from small independents to big supermarkets very convenient. Host was very helpful too and we'd certainly recommend.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    10
    Lovely, peaceful apartment in a great location to explore.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A wonderful, well appointed property, in a fantastic quiet location. It was exceptionally well stocked with everything we needed and much more. The welcome hamper was a lovely touch too. Great to be able to read about the history of Under the Arches. Thanks for helping our first of many more visits to Scotland, be a memorable one.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean and comfortable. Local shops very close. Plenty of parking on the street. Some tea, bread and milk waiting for us on arrival.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2023

    10
    Second time we have stayed as location perfect & apartment spotless. Planti visit area every six mo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A walk in shower would be preferable as difficult to climb in bath with arthritic knee

    N/A

    Stayed in June 2023

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