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Robert Burns Hotel

3.0 of 5
41, Abercorn Terrace | Joppa, Edinburgh EH15 2DG, Scotland
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We spent our last night there because we saw beautiful photos on the web site. The reality was not as nice. The reception was a huge mess, we found a bunch of hairs on the pillow, it was definetely a bad experience. We were with a 3 y.o. kid and it was to late to change, we regret we did... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

We've just got back from Edinburgh where we spent Easter. It was lovely. The owner is very nice and doing her best to make customers feel comfortable in her hotel. You need to have a car of course to go around but there's a bus stop just in front of the hotel that takes you to the centre. It takes... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013 via mobile

Well let's begin enter gates to find statue missing its head lol rang bell and was greeted by a woman smelling of cigarettes and body odour very over powering,Then we were giving keys to room and when we opened door the pillow cases had ink all over them and bed sheets and carpet had blood stains on them Yuk. I... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

we had initially booked this hotel for our stay in edinburgh. however, they were so poor in communicating over email that I had to cancel my booking in the last moment. I had enquired if they could keep my luggage after check out and provide me breakfast on the day of arrival. that took them 10 days to answer and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012 via mobile

Who knew it was possible to classify your hotel YOURSELF?Well, I now know.The owner has the hotel up for sale, it seems this business is the one that is being neglected.PLEASE SEE MY PHOTOS, including the one of the bloodstains on the bed and carpet, fire door wedged open, kettle not tested since 2007,etc. The female staff are as obliging... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2012

I've struggled (yes, struggled) long and hard over this review because I hate to be so condemning. I had looked at previous reviews, figured everyone has a right to their opinion...and here's mine. The owner needs to sell this lovely building and get out of the "hospitality" business. In a conversation with us, i do understand he's had some sadness... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012 via mobile

First of all I'd like to say I did actually enjoy my stay here. The hotel is set in a beautiful old building and lots of care has been taken over the lovely garden. However there was an aspect of this hotel that reminded me of fawlty towers. No one was rude or unpleasant it was more comical. On arrival... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2012

we had a lovely if brief stay at this charming little gem,, from the moment of our arrival we found the staff couldnt have been more helpfull and friendly,, the rooms were clean and spacious,,,and breakfast was plentyfull and well prepared,, we were made feel at home for our whole stay here and are already planning a return visit,, john... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

Arrived at the hotel saturday 8th september met by a fat smelly dog in reception.Got shown to our room and when that door was open,d well what a jaw dropping exsperience we got omg .The room was filthy shower best described as stinking jesus is the cleaner blind,wouldnt get into it if i was paid.The carpet in the bathroom was... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2012

Advantages: 1. Pleasant neighbourhood with a few good restaurants nearby and the Portobello Beach is just a stone throw away. A lovely stroll along the beach during the evening would be pleasant. 2. Accessible and efficient public transport just outside the B&B 3. Our toilet looks newly renovated, that also because I specially requested the toilet not to be mouldy... More

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Also Known As:
Robert Burns Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Address: 41, Abercorn Terrace | Joppa, Edinburgh EH15 2DG, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #312 of 437 B&Bs / Inns in Edinburgh
Price range (per night): RM293 - 563
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We look forward to offering you a warm welcome when you arrive at our family run hotel, John Alongi & Family. The Lord of Abercorn built the Robert Burns Hotel in the late 1700s. It is situated on a main Edinburgh bus route and only minutes from the city centre, the number 26 bus stops at the front gate of the hotel!! There are no parking restrictions at The Robert Burns Hotel - Free Parking! We are also within walking distance from health clubs, a bowling alley and a 2 minute stroll from a 3-mile long beach promenade, restaurants, bars, shops, tennis courts and minutes from some of the finest golf courses in the world. ... more   less 
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