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Black Ivy Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Bar (on property)
Daily full breakfast (GBP 18 per person)
Staircase
Black Ivy Hotel in Edinburgh offers 36 holes of golf and a serene garden setting. Guests love the Modern European restaurant, free WiFi, and friendly bar. The attentive staff is consistently praised, and Edinburgh Castle is nearby for exploration.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥30,140
￥36,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3

Room options

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Sep 27 - Sep 28
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Tomorrow

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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
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
  • 13 sq m
  • 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
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Tollcross, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Black Ivy Hotel is in the suburbs and near the airport. Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit George Street and Royal Mile. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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EH9 1DU, Scotland, Edinburgh, 4 Alvanley Terrace

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 Haymarket Station - 4 min drive
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artisan Roast - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Montpeliers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Golf Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Ivy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Black Ivy Hotel

Upscale hotel near University of Edinburgh
Located close to Edinburgh International Conference Centre and Grassmarket, Black Ivy Hotel provides a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, Black Ivy, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 32.80 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Black Ivy

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1869
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Black Ivy Hotel Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Is Black Ivy Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Ivy Hotel?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Ivy Hotel on Oct 2, 2025 start from ￥30,140, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Black Ivy Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Black Ivy Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Black Ivy Hotel located?

Located in Tollcross, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and George Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). Haymarket Tram Station is 21 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 25 minutes.

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Black Ivy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 334 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a fabulous part of Edinburgh. Very dog friendly, good food and a great bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice and lively chic bar area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey de Sa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a stunning stay, my favourite hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel great location

Staff were welcoming, cocktails fantastic, we ate in the restaurant which was very good and nice atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
None
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good food, very comfortable rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Liked: Amenities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed and breakfast was delicious!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, staff and service excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BEST PLACE IVE STAYED

Was a lovely clean room. Great views from my room. Service was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor was beautiful which created an amazing ambience, the staff were attentive and friendly, we felt relaxed and would deffo return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean room. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place at a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic

great hotel, super rooms, lovely staff & good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming and friendly staff. Comfortable room and easy online checkin. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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