Market Street Hotel, Edinburgh

Every detail has been thought through from the generous size of the closets to the lovely hardwood floors. I was particularly grateful for the sleep mask with warming properties, which helped me combat jet lag, and the variety of (free!) items in the mini bar. The room could be darkened completely, and the temperature was easily and effectively controlled. I selected a room with a bath and separate shower, and each was lovely and served its purpose well. The room was absolutely silent at all times of the day and night, despite facing a relatively high-traffic street. And Waverly Station could not be more conveniently located! Views are outstanding, especially as the Christmas markets open. While my room was on a lower floor (which was fine with me, as my priority was the bathtub), the views are always accessible through the windows on the 7th floor in the bar/dining room. Gary, the concierge, was so kind and helpful -- he made me feel welcomed and right at home from the moment I arrived.

It hardly seems worth mentioning but I appear to be the only person in the world who doesn't understand how to use espresso pods. I'm returning to the hotel in a few days, and I plan to ask for more detail on how to make the gadget work.

Location

Breakfast nothing special

Our stay was exceptional. Location was perfectly situated right across from the train station but we never heard the trains. The room was extremely clean and comfortable. The staff went out of their way to make sure our stay was absolutely amazing! If you are going to Edinburgh I highly recommend staying at this property.

Great location. Very nicely furnished and all you needed and more

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Excellent position where we wanted to be

The room we were in didn't have a nice view

Clean close to tram station and local attractions

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Choice of breakfast food

Location

It’s quite steep in terms of price especially that it was room only

Excellent central location, clean, comfortable, very polite staff, fantastic views!

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Comfortable room - nice attention to detail

Room was slightly small, shared space (lobby etc) was at a minimum

Everything. Perfect location. Brilliant staff. Exceptionally clean. Comfortable room.

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Design of the hotel, very nice breakfast, view from the breakfast room...

Cold room upon arrival. Room at 18 degrees...

Very convenient

Great location, incredibly kind and polite staff.

It was quite warm in the room despite AC being set to the lowest temperature.

Great location

Food choices.. a burger would have been great

I lived the room’s attention to detail and the solid materials used to build it. It was comfortable and offered lovely lighting. The mini bar was great with local beverages to try and fresh milk for tea.

The staff were not clear that we needed to go back to the reception to receive our welcome glass of bubbles. When we went to enjoy our complimentary glass of champagne, the maître’d was not very helpful or communicative . We walked in towards the bar, he stopped us abruptly. He and another person were deep in conversation so we didn’t notice that we needed to stop and be greeted before sitting down. I said that we would like to have our introductory glass of bubbles and they took us to a table and gave us the menu. The service was confusing. I had to explain to the waiter that we were after our complimentary glass and he sent us to the reception desk to claim it, with a quick ‘they’re not the full measure.’ I went to reception and there was a kerfuffle because they had run out of glasses. It was just very clunky service that lacked finesse of more experienced hospitality. I said that any glass will do. It doesn’t have to be the right size. In other words the bar manager could have made it a more seamless and charming experience by anticipating our needs and adapting to the situation.

Had a great time here. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Free drinks on arrival and bar fridge in room with snacks. Very comfy bed and great shower. Would highly recommend this wonderful accommodation Thanks team.

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Great location and exceptional service!! The loft bar and restaurant was lovely and totally generous with the mini bar - all complimentary! Also the welcome champagne was just the ticket 😎

Nice modern hotel. Excellent sized rooms. Free snacks and drinks. Perfect location.

Lack of a true lobby

Location was great, decor was outstanding. Free mini bar was a bonus. Very comfortable rooms. Well worth the stay.

Good. The main thing was that the breakfast was hot, which maybe due to the fact that I was there at 7am.

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A very modern and quiet room. Champagne upon arrival was a pleasant touch.

Staff was very good. was central location. Rooms comfortable. Rooms clean. Breakfast was delicious. STAFF was awesome.

Walk to everything location. Great views from top floor bar/dining

Excellent breakfast, order from the menu as well as items available via buffet.

Location service and great breakfast!

Small rooms but that was the only thing, everything was wonderful!

All lovely

Lovely hotel in a very convenient location, just across the road from Waverley station. Very clean, comfy modern room and, completely complimentary minibar which is unheard of. Also Nespresso coffee maker and kettle. Really friendly and helpful staff, you also get offered a glass of champagne at check-in. Would definitely stay here again :)

Great location across the road from train station, 5 mins walk from Royal Mile. Spotless, great room with soundproof windows, comfy bed. Plenty of choice for breakfast & amazing. Staff exceptional, very knowledgeable of the area.

Nothing can't not like this hotel

Staff were excellent. Helpful, friendly and courteous.

Excellent location, very well maintained and clean. Good design using the space available.

A little strange having to take a lift to the 7th floor to find reception.

Clean and modern easy location to the centre.

Too close to the train station.

The AC was great- rooms very clean, staff real helpful.

I have NO complaints.

Right across the street from the train station with a close to the Royal Mile at the side of the building! Heavy wood panels at windows closed out the noise perfectly!

Hotel was beautifully appointed, staff was super. If you are coming or going by train, it is right next to Waverly Station, Super convenient.

The hotel is on the lower level of Edinburgh,and to reach the Royal mile you had o climb mucho steps,Wonderful hotel, but Oh the uphill walking hurt

Lighting in bathroom poor during the night. Couldn’t cool the room down.

Very handy to everything, everything you need for a few days in Edinburgh.

No issues

Loved the style of the hotel - very contemporary. The setting for the breakfast was exceptional (fabulous views), and the staff were lovely. The level of allergy awareness was excellent in that every morning we were asked at breakfast if anyone had an allergy (one of us had), so that was great.

Would have liked a member of staff to be in the entrance foyer at all times, as sometimes we didn't feel fully safe there (twice a member of the public - not staying in the hotel - followed us into the foyer. Nothing happened, but felt it would be better if there was a member of staff there. Sometimes a staff member was there during the day, but mostly was not, during our stay)

Location

Lobby on 7th floor

It was amazing

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Fantastic location and facilities great. Lovely welcome glass of champagne. And mini bar all complimentary

As with all hotels due to events the fringe, tattoo and concert prices increased over 100%

Everything was right

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Amazing hotel - great location in heart of city. Staff friendly and welcoming. Breakfast fantastic and served by a great team. Champagne on arrival and at breakfast a lovely touch. Room well designed and comfy. Minibar and in room snacks a nice treat. Would 100% stay here again.

Location was fantastic, in the middle of everything.

This hotel was absolutley lovely, clean and quiet. Rooms were top notch. Staff super helpful. Hope to come back.

Maybe a chocolate instead of Champagne as we were not interested in drinking, but a lovely offer just the same.

The mattress was very thin and lumpy Just get proper inner spring please.

Beautiful and very upscale

Small thing, the small mirror in the bathroom was not adequately installed so you couldn’t swing it out to use it- it just dangled.

Great location. Fun rooftop Champagne Lounge

Perfect location. Clean well designed rooms and building

Great location just a few minutes from the train station. Modern hotel with complimentary mini bar and champagne on arrival.

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