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The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

5.0 star property
Wake up to breakfast and then indulge in some retail therapy on George Street or Princes Street – all within walking distance of this charming hotel.

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Lunch and dinner served
Superior Double Room
Lobby
IPod dock
Interior detail

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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About the area

Map
Great King Street, 34, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH36QH

What's nearby

  • George Street - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 18 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archipelago Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urban Angel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St. Vincent - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Luxury boutique hotel near Princes Street
Located close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member provides dry cleaning/laundry services, conference space and a restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a lift
  • Concierge services, wedding services and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a front desk safe
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: GBP 1 to 30 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Atholl

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 8 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.00 per stay.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Breakfast fee: approximately GBP 1 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.00 per stay

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 major credit cards

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Howard
Howard Edinburgh
Howard Hotel
Howard Hotel Edinburgh
The Howard an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Hotel
The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Valet parking is available for GBP 15.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of George Street, Princes Street, and St. Andrew Square. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mile (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

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The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Glamorous!, Derby

Not as expected!
The hotel was supposed to be in a central location but it was 12 minutes walk to the shops and then a further 12 minutes walk to the bars, so it was too much effort to go out for a beer and something to eat on Saturday night. In cold weather conditions, you really needed to take a taxi everywhere. It was deadly quiet too with no atmosphere. In fact, it was more akin to a gentleman's club, rather than a hotel. But in saying that, the staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The rooms and bathrooms are very large and very clean, so if you are looking for a quiet hotel, well off the main thoroughfare, it would ideal for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Robert

A good place to stay
Charming staff and a superb location. I hope the owner(s) is willing to increase his/her/their investment in ambience as this could be a fabulous hotel with real charm.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carroll

Excellent Choice in Edinburgh
Good location in new town. Truly excellent service. We dtsyed in the cottage, which gave is lots of space snd we still enjoyed a good breakfast.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

irene, p

Nice hotel in Edinburgh
Initially I booked this hotel for me and my husband, but at the last minute we had to bring our young children (4 and 1,5 years old). This was not a problem for the hotel and we were upgraded to a bigger room with a sofa bed and space for a cot free of charge. Breakfast was a la carte and very nice. It is a small romantic hotel, 10 mins walk out of the city centre. However, for a 5 star experience could do with some updates. Unfortunately cot did not have a proper matress and the sofa bed was like a trampoline - very uncomfortable. Otherwise it was a nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Great location and beautiful property. Attentive staff eager to provide service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Sofie

Superhotell!
Butlerservice som inte kostar något extra. Underbar frukost på vit linneduk som beställs från menyn. Lugn miljö. Typisk brittiskt. Personalen gör allt för att vara behjälpliga. Trodde inte att detta existerade idag. Jag beställde ett bad på hotellrummet som gjordes i ordning an en "bath butler" och jag beställde ett glas champagne till. Lyx! Jättegod frukost. Något sliten inredning, men det gjorde ingenting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Excellent stay
We had an excellent time at the Howard. Breakfast was wonderful and tasty - 5 star service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike, London

Excellent staff and lovely room
Often there are some good staff in a hotel, it is very rare to find that all staff are so helpful, informative and pleasant however that is what you get at the Howard - well done to them. I was surprised that everyone could be so good, all the time. The room was very nice and you are close to the city centre. We ate in the restaurant for an evening meal and the food was very good, breakfast every morning was great and over the three nights there my wife and I tried most options and they were all good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

とも, 東京都

邸宅感があり、パーソナルな応対が素晴らしい。
客室数が少ないので、パーソナルな応対がうれしい。従業員も大変親切で、真心ある対応である。駅からは、徒歩15分位あるがバス、タクシーを使えば市内の各方面へアクセスしやすい。住宅地に存在するので、閑静で安全と感じた。 エジンバラを再度訪問したら、必ず宿泊したい。朝食も非常に充実している。
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MJ, milwaukee, wi, usa

Surprising. Wonderful.
Gracious hosts. Wonderful room. Very accommodating. Thanks!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

P, NC

Historic Hotel with Character
This hotel sits among brownstones houses and is off the tourist path. Wonderful reception team and great butlers. While the hotel is older, it has historic charm. Breakfast was wonderful with fantastic choices. Rooms are spacious. Hotel is within walking distance of pubs and great restaurants in Stockbridge. Loved the overall experience at this hotel.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Candy

The only criticism I have is about the water pressure. It came out at a trickle.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly disappointed
Petit double room was tiny and was not reflective of the pictures on either travel or the hotel websites. Room was tired in terms of decor, furniture and bedding. The bathroom was much the same and even had a rusty/ dirty looking plug hole Not 5, not 4 and not even 3 star I'm afraid. Would not recommend or stay again
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hanne

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Style and service.
We had an Easter weekend i Edinburgh. The service at the hotel was perfect. The breakfast excellent. Friendly and service minded staff. The room had plenty of space. One of our best hotel experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Wonderful!
The Howard exceeded our expectations and it is possibly the best hotel experience we have ever had, at least in the top three. The hotel was deluxe without being stuffy, the staff was attentive to our needs and useful in helping us plan activities and dining, and the location was convenient to our interests.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

DW, Devon

Wonderful trip to Edinburgh
Few days in Edinburgh, staying at The Howard. Would recommend this small, friendly hotel. Staff were all very helpful, room was really comfy, would definitely stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

mac

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Duff room
Lovely people, lovely breakfast, lovely positioning, awful room. Stuck in 1984. 2 single mattresses pused together, faulty lamps with an actual sign on it saying 'faulty lamp, do not use'. Worse thing was a draft that we realised was a broken window payne that when pointed out was duct taped over. Room was generally damp and musty feeling.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Derval

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David

Great hotel - real luxury
Went for my girlfriends birthday and stayed in the Heriot room. We used the hotel car park which was included in the price and was a real bonus. The room was very large and comfortable with a large bath and separate shower and luxury toiletries provided. I did think the shower head was almost too big for the shower space but it wasn't a major issue. The staff are excellent throughout being both friendly, professional and are obviously highly trained. Complimentary tea and coffee was available 24/7 as well as complimentary ironing, minor alterations. We enjoyed drinks in the well stocked bar and the delicious ala carte breakfast. In short, it was excellent.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Jag kommer gärna tillbaka!
Det var ett fint hotell och bra läge. En minikort promenad från centrum. Frukosten var helt fantastisk och det var så underbart att kunna på det inkört på en vagn när man vill äta på sitt rum. Det var väl egentligen det alldeles bästa med detta hotell! Lite lyxigare helt enkelt!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

eric

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

First class
Outstanding service great Butler service definitely come again x
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ole Henrik

If you want a journey back in time and feel really pampered for a couple of days, choose this hotel.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Michael

Shame
We had a overnight stay booked at the Howard to end our honeymoon. But for us it was unfortunately ruined. Had we known the Lovely fireplace that we paid a premium to enjoy had been disconnected. We would never have stayed here. They should probably update their website to avoid other people wasting the extra money.