Overall Ratings & Reviews The Guards Hotel

Looks nothing like the photos. Very dated looks really rough not very clean. Shower had part of the wall missing and was covered with a bit of black plastic and the flooring was coming up

Down for rugby. Hotel basic and a little tired in need of a facelift. Shower only warm at best. Extra heaters in room. Which were needed. Old windows bit draughty. Overall nae good and nae bad.

The front door was locked so waited over 5 mins to be answered. They asked for cash payment upon entry as they no longer deal with credit cards.water was cold for shower

We were early for check-in and it took some time to find a member of staff to take our bags for storage. Check-in was smooth and we were forewarned that the hotel were unable to take card payments. The room smelled musty and was dated (in need of modernisation). It seemed that we were in a disabled room with a wet room shower, the position of the toilet meant that only a child could sit on it properly, very little space between it and dividing wall. Apart from tea/coffee making facilities in room the hotel didn't offer anything else The mattress was springy but nonetheless comfortable, Room was a bit noisy from passers by and trams. Overall however, for a one night stay in Edinburgh the location was excellent and it did represent value for money.

The shower was cold - not hot water and when we got to the room it was cold but I told the receptionist and he provided me with a heater but the hot water was not reported. No receptionist around at 6am for me to report the problem to. Room was comfy and clean. great value for a night in Edinburgh which is expensive.

It was central for every thing we needed

Good Price and good location, Just remember IT IS CASH ONLY

Could not get an answer on the phone which was very frustraing

Very close to Haymarket station, so close to transport links.

Reception was great when they finally opened at 2pm. Room was large but dated. Trouble with flushing WC. Close to trains, buses and trams.

This hotel was worth the low price. Places in Edinburgh are generally super expensive, so this a great option if you're okay with staying somewhere a little less fancy but in a great location. It's a bit out-dated but has lots of character, and it's in a safe, central location (incredibly close to st Mary's Cathedral) and about 20 mins walking from the Royal Mile and all the action. There are good affordable food options nearby as well, and it's a minute from the tram station which was nice because we were hauling around luggage.

Dusty in places, bed frame broken, chair legs loose, lock on bathroom door was loose, carpet filthy. Celing had marks on it.

Had to pay cash for the room. Their CC system had been compromised. Staff- friendly. Beds-Uncomfortable Location-convenient Good area for transportation and dining options.

Cheap crash pad in very rundown order. If you want a one night sleep and shower in a great location, crack on. If you're looking for anything even remotely salubrious, look elsewhere.

I am so glad we only had 1 night here. We arrived to be told that our toilet had a leak and that a handyman was on their way. I explained until this was sorted o wouldnt pay for the room. 3 hours later while i was out i was advised we could change room (had been told earlier there were no more rooms) this meant i had to come back to the hotel and move room which was £10 cheaper but tiny. The staff were decent but a very poor service for a hotel in central Edinburgh. On top of this i had to pay by cash but if i had boomed through another provider i could have paid in card.

Great service after a long journey very easy check in

It was in serious need of renovating. Really run down. The reception person was very helpful amiable and accommodating. The room was clean enough but dilapidated. Really old stained carpet and bed supports and broken okd lamshades. Ripped worn stair carpets just really okd and worn in general. It was quiet though.

One star for location…very easy access to the city. One star for room size and beautiful ceiling. Otherwise disappointing plumbing, tv and drainage on bathroom floor which was non existent. Needs some attention to maintenance.

The bathroom facilities were sub par - the toilet did not flush easily and the shower was lukewarm The bedroom was spacious and lovely, but the bed was not very comfortable. Noisy for sure, but to be expected given its proximity to the tram and train station. City noises - we could definitely live with them (and sleep through them)

Ok if all you wanted was a bed for the night. A little tired and needs some updating, but ok for the price paid.