The Frederick House Hotel

City-center guesthouse, steps from George Street

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In the heart of Edinburgh, The Frederick House Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Relax with cooked-to-order breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy multilingual staff assistance and luggage storage for a seamless stay.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Flat-panel TV
$92 nightly
$111 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
Quadruple Room | Street view
Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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42 Frederick Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1EX

What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 19 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standing Order - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lowdown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Boozy Cow - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Frederick House Hotel

When you stay at The Frederick House Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Princes Street Tram Stop is 4 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:30 AM

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1825
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Frederick House
Frederick House Edinburgh
Frederick House Hotel
Frederick House Hotel Edinburgh
Frederick Edinburgh
The Frederick House Edinburgh
The Frederick House Hotel Edinburgh
The Frederick House Hotel Guesthouse
The Frederick House Hotel Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does The Frederick House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Frederick House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Frederick House Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Frederick House Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Frederick House Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Frederick House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around The Frederick House Hotel like?

The Frederick House Hotel is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Princes Street.

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The Frederick House Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious, with many choices to suit various dietary needs. (7 reviews)
  • The property has a partnership with two restaurants offering discounts to guests and breakfast is included at a nearby restaurant. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, rooms spot on, location is great👌
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was in a great location just off the main road that takes you down to the Scott Monument and beyond. I had a single room which was perfect for just me. The staff were really kind and polite and helpful also. I would definitely stay here again.
Emma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Great hotel, nice rooms and great location
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for a weekend watching rugby. Perfect location for the city and a quick uber to the stadium. Hotel was just what we needed.
Alan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a lovely time at this hotel. It was situated well for shopping and theatre no more than 15 minute walk. Will definitely stay again when in Edinburgh
Valerie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Everything we needed for a few day stay. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Jeff, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel very nice great location staff friendly
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovey hotel in great location.
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed. Clean and quiet hotel
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast offered across the road. We didnt have it included in our hotel cost but we got 20% discount as hotel guests! The food was amazing! Great Variety 👍
Diana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, if you have a room at the front it is very noisy at the weekend due to a bar across the street
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building! Location was lovely.
Eleanor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay here. A nice walk to all of the major sights.
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All was great
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was very neat and clean. The staff were very helpful. The position of the hotel was in easy walking distance of many major shops and restaurant. Easy and affordable ride in a taxi from the train station. Will definitely revisit this hotel again in the future.
Kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect cozy place to stay near the city centre without being IN the city centre.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great area, comfortable rooms wonderful staff
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at The Frederick House!
Alyson, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Passing by

It’s cold could use thicker blankets
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great location in New Town, close to the action but just far enough away to be restful. The front desk staff were friendly, and the room was well equipped and comfortable.
Beth, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice quiet hotel reasonably priced Beds too narrow
Gerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Discount on restaurant across the street
Britney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A very comfortable overnight stay in a good location.
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful place, handy for everything
Katie, 1-night trip