The Thrums offers you the finest base in which to enjoy a stay in Scotland's Majestic Capital. Business visitors, tourists, families and children are all made especially welcome. We are ideally situated for the city centre either by use of the frequent bus service or a brisk 1 mile walk. For dining, there is a wide choice of bars, cafes and fine restaurants within a couple of minutes walk. Free WiFi Internet Access. Thrums is constructed from two large Georgian houses; many of the rooms retaining fine period features and are all tastefully decorated to a high standard. Location is on the leafy south side of city centre near to many local amenities including the Royal Commonwealth swimming pool, University, as well as Holyrood Park and Palace and the Edinburgh Castle. To see Edinburgh at its best it is advisable to leave the car in our private car park. Comfortable and spacious en suite rooms, guests lounge, internet access and secure private car park within large rear gardens. We treat our guests to the ultimate in Scottish hospitality to make your stay in Edinburgh as pleasant and memorable as can be. Please be aware that the hotel doesn't have a lift.
Local Attractions
Edinburgh Castle
Royal Museum - This magnificent museum houses extensive international collections covering the Decorative Arts, Natural History, Science, Technology and Working Life, and Geology. Temporary exhibitions, films, lectures and concerts take place throughout the year.
Museum of Scotland - The museum is a striking new landmark in Edinburgh's historic Old Town. It houses more than 10,000 of the nation's most precious artefacts, as well as everyday objects which throw light on life in Scotland through the ages.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh - Established in 1670, on an area the size of a tennis court, the Garden is now over 70 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Spectacular features include the Rock Garden and the Chinese Hillside. The amazing glasshouses feature Britain's tallest palm house
Edinburgh Zoo - Scotland's largest wildlife attraction, set in 80 acres of leafy hillside parkland, just ten minutes from the city centre. With over 1,000 animals ranging from the tiny poison arrow frog to massive white rhinos, including many threatened species.
Hotel facilities
Parking & Transportation
Free car park
Concierge Services
Guest Laundry Facilities
Safety Deposit Boxes
Family / Children's services
Garden / outdoor play area
Hotel Policies
Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 13:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 10:00 hours.
Cards accepted at the hotel
Visa
Maestro
MasterCard
Directions
By car from the SouthWest - turn off the a74 at Moffat. Follow the a701- a7 - City Centre. When on the City Bypass continue until you reach the Sherriffhall roundabout, take the turn marked City Centre/A7 /Newington. Follow road straight in to roundabout then follow sign a7 Centre - Newington Hotel 1/2 mile on right.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
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