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Black Ivy Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with restaurant, near University of Edinburgh

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Terrace/patio
Staircase
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Daily full breakfast (GBP 18 per person)
In the heart of Edinburgh, Black Ivy Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with 36 holes of golf, a charming garden, and Modern European cuisine at its on-site restaurant. Enjoy in-room WiFi, unwind at the bar or explore nearby attractions like Edinburgh Castle. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
$216 nightly
The total price is $259
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 215 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Cosy Double room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Cosy Double room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 322 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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4 Alvanley Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1DU

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grassmarket - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 22 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 28 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 29 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 21 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Montpeliers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Black Ivy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Osteria del Tempo Perso - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Treehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bennets Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Black Ivy Hotel

When you stay at Black Ivy Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Black Ivy, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 5 ft (GBP 32.80 per day)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1869
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Black Ivy - This restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)

Policies

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

Also known as

Links Hotel Edinburgh
Links Hotel
Links Edinburgh
Black Ivy Hotel Edinburgh
Black Ivy Edinburgh
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Black Ivy Hotel Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Black Ivy Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Black Ivy 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 Black Ivy Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Black Ivy Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Black Ivy Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Black Ivy Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include University of Edinburgh (12-min walk) and Edinburgh International Conference Centre (0.8 mi), along with Grassmarket (0.8 mi) and Edinburgh Castle (1.1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Black Ivy Hotel?

Yes, Black Ivy offers Modern European cuisine.

What's the area around Black Ivy Hotel like?

Black Ivy Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 16 minutes' walk from Grassmarket.

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Black Ivy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bar
Restaurant
Breakfast
Location
Parks
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with many guests praising the quality and presentation of the meal. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely superb hotel and lovely well cooked food . Would certainly visit again !
Jonathan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel great location

Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
Liz, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a stunning stay, my favourite hotel
stacey de Sa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, perfectly located with amazing staff! Ben makes amazing cocktails and Domenic will hep you with any recommendations ( we meet him at breakfast (amazing restaurant food and service) We will come back for sure!
Ximena, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, good food, very comfortable rooms
Gill, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

BEST PLACE IVE STAYED

Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The decor was beautiful which created an amazing ambience, the staff were attentive and friendly, we felt relaxed and would deffo return
Campbell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, clean room. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Enjoyed my stay.
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Still very good

Second stay and just as good as the first. Dog friendly, beside the links & central enough for a night out. Tasty breakfast too
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A hidden Gem great location lovely boutique hotel amazing service delicious food and great atmosphere . staff are very attentive excellent excelled our expectations great experience
Tracey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!
Monica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place for a friends’ reunion

We were visiting local friends. The hotel worked well and was perfect for our weekend stay. Staff friendly and helpful. The rooms was quiet. The restaurant and dining area always super busy. Seems to be a very popular place.
christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and friendly staff. Comfortable room and easy online checkin. Will be back!
A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Set in a beautiful part of Edinburgh, the hotel is decorated stylishly with an eclectic mix of art and fixtures. The staff are friendly, the room was lovely with a pretty view across the back gardens of buildings on the row. Breakfast was amazing and the service was excellent. I'd definately recommend this hotel and will certainly be back.
Nicola, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed my stay here.
Kelley, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very comfortable and staff friendly.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with excellent service. The bed linen and bed is super comfortable and the bar and restaurant areas are clean and stylish!
Kimberley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
Judith, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel in perfect locatinn. We had a loveky stay
Alice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel - will be back
Pam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Early

Well prepared, I told them I will come early and luckily I can early check-in. 5 min walk to bus stop to train station or other places in edinburgh
ho cheung, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would have ranked higher. Loved the room. However if your not able bodied - there is a lot of stairs to get to room. Our room was also directly above the bar. Loud dance music on sat night and then the rest of the nights not as loud.
Deb, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quite expensive, a little pretentious but very comfortable, great location and excellent staff. Great location too.
Jason, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful boutique hotel

Fabulous boutique hotel. Staff were so wonderful. The rooms were comfortable, the wifi worked the shower was great and the location also fabulous.
kathleen m, 2-night trip