How far is The Thistle House from Usher Hall?

The popular Usher Hall is just over 1.7 mi from The Thistle House.

Is The Thistle House close to Greyfriars Kirk?

Greyfriars Kirk is also a popular place to see in Edinburgh. It is 1.3 mi from The Thistle House.

How close is The Thistle House to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

The distance between the closest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, and The Thistle House is 8 mi and the expected drive time is about 0h 16m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to The Thistle House?

Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost effective transportation solution.

How close is The Thistle House from the Edinburgh city center?

The center of Prestonfield, Edinburgh, is just 0.4 mi away from the front doors of The Thistle House. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as Festival Theatre, which you can get to from The Thistle House using any means of transportation.

What is the The Thistle House phone number?

If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +44 131 667 2002 to talk to a The Thistle House front desk representative.

Does The Thistle House have Wi-Fi available?

Yes, The Thistle House has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

What is the check-out time at The Thistle House?

11:00 AM. If you require a later check-out we advise discussing it with the front desk as soon as you’re able to. Check-in time is 3:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Thistle House, Edinburgh?

On average, guests have been paying $148 per night to stay at The Thistle House. Some users have found rooms as low as $48 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

What is the cheapest month to stay at The Thistle House?

For the best chance to save money on your The Thistle House reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest ($92).

In what area of Edinburgh is The Thistle House located?

The Thistle House is located within the Prestonfield area of Edinburgh. Utilize the map on this page to understand where The Thistle House is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

What is the cheapest day to check into The Thistle House?

Consider checking into The Thistle House on Tuesday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $95).

Guest house

The Thistle House

3 stars

8.3

Excellent

based on 521 reviews

521 verified ratings

1 Kilmaurs Terrace, EH16 5BZ, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

1 Kilmaurs Terrace, Edinburgh

+44 131 667 2002

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$72

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$72

$147

$184

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About The Thistle House

Set in Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Arthurs Seat and 2.1 km from University of Edinburgh, Thistle Residence offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. Housed in a building dating from 19th ...

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Check-in time	3:00 PM
Check-out time	11:00 AM
Payment & Cancellation	Policies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number	+44 131 667 2002

Perks and amenities at The Thistle House

Free Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi available in all areas
Flat-screen TV
TV
Internet
Hairdryer
24hr front desk
Cribs available
No smoking
Shower

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No smoking
Electric kettle
Heating
Shower
TV
Hairdryer
Linens
Towels
Cribs available
First-aid kit
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Toilet
Wardrobe or closet
24hr front desk
Toilet paper
Storage available

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8.3

Very good521 verified ratings

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clean superb location romantic villA. (in 37 reviews)
Very Friendly and helpful staff. (in 58 reviews)
"Large room, comfortable bed." (in 13 reviews)

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I had to use a shared toilet. (in 5 reviews)
The parking was poor. (in 14 reviews)

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