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The Ruthland Hotel, Edinburgh

1-3 Rutland Steet, Edinburgh, EH12AE, United Kingdom. (show on map)

Expert reviews

Fodors review:

“The building may have once been the residence of Sir Joseph Lister—known as the \”father of antiseptic surgery\”—but there’s nothing clinical about this acclaimed boutique hotel at the west end of Princes Street. Nominated for several style awards, the design is chic without being intimidating.”

Telegraph review:

“This sassy West End hotel has bedrooms and serviced apartments, as well as a popular all-day restaurant/bar, a steak restaurant and underground bar that is gin distillery by day, watering hole by night. It’s perfect for couples looking for a helping of boutique style that’s not too edgy for comfort.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of The Ruthland Hotel, Edinburgh. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.6 out of 5.0

Ranked 8th in Edinburgh

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All you need to know

The Rutland Hotel is a distinct boutique establishment nestled in the heart of Edinburgh. Positioned within the ancient Old Town quarter, this hotel is a stone’s throw away from the city’s premier sights and experiences.

Upon stepping into The Rutland, you will be welcomed by the comforting ambiance of the hotel’s spectacular interior design. A blend of classic and contemporary aesthetics grace the hotel’s interiors, showcasing unique artwork, plush textiles, and a warm-hued color scheme.

The Rutland offers diverse room and suite options, each equipped with contemporary conveniences and offering picturesque city views. Guests have a plethora of choices, spanning from Superior Double Rooms to opulent Deluxe Suites. All accommodations are furnished with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a lavish ensuite bathroom.

The hotel also prides itself on its exceptional amenities that add an extra touch of luxury to your stay. With a restaurant, bar, fitness center, spa, and business center on-site, it caters to leisure as well as work needs.

Given its prime location and superior facilities, The Rutland serves as the perfect launchpad for discovering everything Edinburgh has to offer.

 

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Recent guest reviews

4.5
Rachel

20 December 2025

Fabulous

Fabulous room, perfect location Stunning views

A slightly thicker duvet

5.0
Angela

20 December 2025

A quirky, cosy apartment in a fantastic location.

We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment which was spacious and very comfortable. The decor is very quirky which I liked. The location is fantastic and the staff were extremely helpful. I will definitely return.

4.0
Pippa

18 December 2025

A very nice hotel in and excellent location

Location is excellent and the room was lovely and the bed was very comfortable.

5.0
Jack

17 December 2025

Exceptional

Location was perfect, staff were very friendly. Room was very nice.

4.0
Taylor

17 December 2025

Comfortable stay, in a great location, with friendly and helpful staff.

Room was a great size, tastefully decorated. The hotel is in an excellent location

Bathroom floor was a little slippery

5.0
Nicola

16 December 2025

Exceptional

Great area Apartment amazing

Close to shops etcc

5.0
Adele

15 December 2025

Exceptional stay in Edinburgh

The room was perfectly tasteful in decoration, with all the facilities you would need. There was some gorgeous welcome chocolates for my husband's birthday which was a beautiful touch. I liked the modern Scottish theme throughout the hotel and the attention to detail was appreciated - even the fresh milk in the fridge. Stunning view out to Princes Street and the best location in Edinburgh for shopping and sight seeing. Sound proof made us feel like we were the only ones in the place - we had such a great sleep. The staff were really warm and accommodating and we had such a special weekend - we will be back soon!

nothing

5.0
Laura

15 December 2025

I will definitely stay here again next time I’m in Edinburgh

I loved that there was a coffee machine and a Hair straighteners The decor was nice and the hotel was really well located Staff were extra friendly

I found the mattress a little hard, but that’s personal taste

5.0
Susan

14 December 2025

Lovely boutique hotel in a great location

Brilliantly located, beautiful room and very quiet despite being on a busy road. Excellent breakfast.

4.5
Simon

10 December 2025

Delightful high end boutique hotel, in a great spot with fab staff!

Beautiful boutique luxury property, located in the perfect spot to explore Edinburgh. Staff, room, gym, breakfast all fab. Highly recommend.

Nothing it was all marvellous!

5.0
Martin

10 December 2025

Incredible efficient service and a very comfortable, slightly luxurious stay

Our now favourite hotel in Edinburgh. Exemplary service from friendly staff. A beautiful apartment, very spacious and incredibly well furnished with quality appliances. The bed was extremely comfortable, the bathroom huge with a powerful shower, free-standing bath and big fluffy towels supplied. . Breakfasts at the Huxley were really good. A good range to choose from and a welcome change from ubiquitous breakfast buffets.

Only niggle that there was very little space to put away our clothes - only six coat hangers and a couple of dressing table drawers, so we lived out of our suitcases. Other than that, our stay was great

5.0
Twaddle

10 December 2025

Great hotel great quality brilliant price

Everything

A lift for apartment would have been beneficial

5.0
Andrew

8 December 2025

Exceptional

This was our first visit to The Rutland Hotel, and we will certainly be back. The room was quirky (loved the wallpaper and all the furnishings) and spacious with a window seat looking right onto Princes Street. All the staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast at The Huxley next door was very good. Would thoroughly recommend to anyone contemplating a stay here.

4.5
Andrew

7 December 2025

Great stay at Rutland who upgraded us into a quirky apartment. Great detail and well equipped.

Location great, apartment was well equipment and quirky.

Just one of the window latches wouldn’t shut, but not a problem.

4.0
Tim

3 December 2025

Bit pricey. But great location

Great breakfast. Super location

Bit pricey for what it was.

5.0
Meagan

3 December 2025

Absolutely delightful & would stay again! Edinburgh magick!

The location was incredible - so close to the castle and old town! I loved the apartments - the beds are so comfortable! The staff was so helpful and warm and welcoming!

Nothing! Everything was amazing! Highly recommend this property!

5.0
Cara

2 December 2025

Wonderful stay 😊

Lovely room with plenty of space and lots of amenities. Location is excellent, very central.

Nothing, we’ve already booked to stay again.

4.5
Gürel

2 December 2025

We loved very much Edinburgh, The Rutland Hotel and The Huxley.

The staff at The Rutland Hotel & Appartments were very friendly, polite and helpful. Our apartment at The Rutland Appartments was large, spacious, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. We loved the wallpaper in the living room. The kitchen was well-equipped.

Our only dislike was the use of white LED lighting in some appartment’s areas.

4.5
Jennifer

27 November 2025

Fabulous

Really lovely clean apartment and very cosy and comfortable to stay in - all staff encountered were friendly and accommodating

Nothing we didn't like but one tiny issue was shower was bit dribbly, probably just needs descaling

4.0
Simon

26 November 2025

Very central with good breakfast

Located in an excellent location. Beautiful furnishing and spacious room with city views. The breakfast was very good

No toilet brush in the bathroom.Asked 3 times and never got one. Lift did not work for 4 days,luckily our room was on 2nd floor

5.0
Angelos

25 November 2025

Exceptional

The room we stayed in was super comfortable. We were in a beautiful junior suite located on the top floor. Even though the elevator was not working, the excellent staff assisted us througout our stay. The restaurant next door were breakfast is served at a discount, was beautiful, with great service and food. All in a all a super experience.

5.0
Edel

23 November 2025

Fantastic weekend with family Location perfect for sightseeing

It was well laid out. Great attention to detail. Fantastic

It was all good

4.5
Grant

22 November 2025

Rutland main hotel room

Great location, friendly staff, lovely big room

Expensive items in mini bar only down side that I can think of

5.0
Michael

22 November 2025

Apartment was beautiful. Excellent stay for my wife’s birthday, staff and Accomodation were superb

Not applicable

5.0
Frances

21 November 2025

Exceptional

Quiet large room. Very friendly helpful staff.

4.0
Robin

16 November 2025

Very good

The hotel room was perfect

The apartment wasn't clean

5.0
Shauna

16 November 2025

Absolutely brilliant - great location, staff and facilities

The hotel and apartments were very central, about a 15 minute walk from the station and close to Princes Street. The apartment was spacious and furnished well - reception staff very helpful and friendly - we used the fitness suite a few times as well. We would definately recommend.

It would have been useful to have a map of Edinburgh to use when out and about

4.0
Linda

14 November 2025

Nice stay

Location and room

The Huxley was lovely. The staff were kind and friendly but I would have liked the opportunity to have a continental breakfast.

5.0
Xiao

14 November 2025

Fantastic place to stay in Edinburgh !

The location of the hotel is fantastic. All the main attractions are 10–15 minutes walking distance. The hotel building is pretty historical and beautiful. The included Breakfast is in a pretty restaurant at the first floor where you can enjoy a very fancy meal and Edinburgh’s morning beauty through the big windows. Our room was clean and beautiful, very spacious.

5.0
Dejan

12 November 2025

Lovely and spacious room with a great view in a perfect location

The room was terrific. It was clean, spacious, nicely decorated, well-equipped, with a lovely radio and a fantastic view of Princess Street. The bed was comfortable and every day we got a fresh still/sparkling water. The location is central, so it's perfect to go anywhere in Edinburgh. I loved sitting on the window seat. If you want a coffee or something to eat, you don't need a jacket; you walk down to Huxley. The staff were very accommodating, and we appreciated that they allowed us to store our bags after checkout.

Since it's near the main street, it can be quite noisy from traffic. The first night was rough, but then we got used to it.

5.0
Fiona

10 November 2025

Spacious stylish apartment in centre of Edinburgh

Clean and stylish apartment in a central position near cafes and tourist attractions.

Some breakfast foods in the fridge would have been even better

4.5
Edward

10 November 2025

Fabulous

The apartment was excellent in every respect. Large, beautifully furnished and equipped. The location is perfect and it is very quiet at night.

5.0
Kealy

9 November 2025

we highly recommend the Rutland and will look to book with you again when in Scotland!

The apartment was beautiful, comfy and amenities included were wonderful.

Couch wasn't cushy soft to sit for long while, but we weren't there to sit in apartment. There were really no other suggestions we had with this apartment.

5.0
Joel

9 November 2025

Rooms are spacious quiet clean and the hotel is in a great location.

Restaurant was great and they discount meals

5.0
Klaus

5 November 2025

Edinburgh at its best

Very clean - high quality hair and shower products - friendly staff - central location

5.0
Anna

3 November 2025

Beautiful, cosy and clean

Absolutely beautiful and spacious rooms with so much character, we had a real fireplace in the living room which was so cosy. Everything was exceptionally clean as well.

5.0
Kate

2 November 2025

Exceptional

Beautiful small boutique hotel, great location, friendly staff would definitely stay again!

5.0
Cathleen

1 November 2025

Wished we could have stayed longer.we will definitely be back!

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and beautifully decorated. Location was great - close to everything.

5.0
Nicola

31 October 2025

Accommodation made our stay a very enjoyable experience. I will book this accommodation again and would highly recommend

Stunning decor, very clean, very well kitted out. Overall stunning accommodation

Everything. Spacious, cosy, excellent facilities. Fantastic location

4.5
Jackie

30 October 2025

Wonderful stay in a fabulous location

The location. The comfort, space and decor of the room. The view from our room :) Friendly staff. The small touches like the selection of teas, fresh milk in the bar fridge, the chocolates, the speaker.

5.0
Noonan

28 October 2025

Location perfect. . Great friendly staff. . .clean and comfy bedding. . Great value for money. .

Breakfast was fabulous. . As an English man 1st time trying haggis and loved it!!!

Nothing exceeded my expectations

5.0
Sandra

27 October 2025

Great location

Location fantastic, staff so welcoming, room interiors stunning.

Nothing, everything was perfect

5.0
Samantha

27 October 2025

Pearl of Edinburgh

The room, the staff and oh my goodness the food at the Kyloe, some of the best we've ever had. And what a superb location, with stunning views.

5.0
Lesley

26 October 2025

Had a great time staff lovely apartment comfortable and really nice

Lovely large apartments

Stairs 2 large flights

5.0
Gina

26 October 2025

Exceptional

Great room. In fact great hotel all round. Clean and tidy and staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good although it would be nice to have the option of fruit or cereal as well as a cooked breakfast. Getting 20% off the price of drinks in the separate cellar bar was a nice touch.

There was nothing I didn't like. It was quite expensive to stay but as it's a 4 star hotel in a capital city I suppose it is the going rate.

5.0
Catherine

26 October 2025

Great location, delicious food, helpful staff

Great location Fantastic breakfast Friendly and helpful staff Clean facilities On site gym Spacious room with view of castle Nice shower pressure with plenty of hot water Quick and easy check out

Nothing I can think of

5.0
Richard

25 October 2025

Excellent location and hotel with great staff and very clean!

Exceptional room and property with restaurant attached.

4.5
Rob

25 October 2025

The Rutland is a rather splendid Edinburgh hotel

Rooms are unique - some amazing little features. excellent work. Staff are brilliant - all of them

Nothing really

4.5
Richard

25 October 2025

Perfect for a stress free short or long stay

Location excellent, food-vegetarian burger bst I’ve tasted, suite excellent and all staff were exceptional.

Not worth mentioning

5.0
Duncan

23 October 2025

Exceptional

Very central location. Comfortable, clean, well equipped double room.

We had no issues with the hotel.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Kid meals (additional charge)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)

Services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Daily housekeeping

Activities

  • - Fitness centre

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Soundproof rooms
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Lower bathroom sink
  • - Emergency cord in bathroom

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key card access
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Face masks for guests available

Reception services

  • - Invoice provided
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