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City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels

City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels

12a Carlton Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 5DD, United Kingdom

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Adults only

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels

Welcome to City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels, a delightful 4-star guest house where your Scottish adventure begins! Nestled just 0.4mi away from the vibrant city center, this hidden gem at 12a Carlton Terrace puts the enchantment of Edinburgh right at your fingertips. With a minimum price starting from an enticing insert minimum price, you can soak in the beauty of this historic city without breaking the bank.

Imagine sipping your morning coffee in a non-smoking room designed exclusively for adults, surrounded by the elegance and charm of Edinburgh. With a handy free Wi-Fi connection, you'll be able to share your beautiful moments in real-time with friends and family (not to mention bragging about your travels). Plus, the impressive reviews from fellow travelers—204 and counting—speak volumes about the warm hospitality and cozy atmosphere awaiting you at this stylish abode.

Whether you're exploring the historic Royal Mile or venturing up Arthur's Seat for breathtaking views, City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels is the perfect launching pad for your urban escapade. Experience the magic of the Scottish capital while enjoying comfort and convenience, all while knowing you have a sumptuous space to return to after a day of exploring!

At City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels, there’s a perfect sanctuary for every type of traveler! Choose from several delightful room options, including the cozy Superior room for a romantic getaway, the inviting Family room perfect for bonding with your loved ones, or the spacious 3 Bedroom Apartment for larger groups seeking a home-away-from-home experience. With each option accommodating up to two adults and one child, you’re guaranteed a snug and relaxing retreat after a day filled with the excitement of Edinburgh.

Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of everyday life as you kick back in smoke-free comfort. Each room beckons you with its elegantly designed interiors, allowing for a serene and relaxing atmosphere conducive to sharing tales of your daily adventures. You can feel free to unwind without any lingering smoke, and it’s just you and your fellow explorers enjoying quality time together. After all, what's better than cozying up after a day filled with castle tours and spectacular sunsets over the city?

Let your taste buds take flight too! While the hotel doesn’t serve food on-site, you’ll be thrilled to discover an array of local eateries and charming cafes just a stone's throw away. From hearty Scottish breakfasts to delightful dinners showcasing local favorites, you’ll relish every bite. Whether it’s grabbing a quick snack before heading to the nearby landmarks or indulging in a leisurely meal, you’ll have plenty of options to fuel your daily escapades. After a day of exploration and feasting, the City Retreat awaits to wrap you in its comfortable embrace, ensuring sweet dreams in preparation for another thrilling day in the enchanting Edinburgh.

Closest airports

Edinburgh Airport

7mi

Dundee Riverside Airport

34.9mi

Glasgow Airport

48.5mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Rooms

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Superior

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2 Beds

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3 Bedroom Apartment

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Family

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Guest reviews

7.9

204 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Susan

8.2

January 2024

Easy self check in, full shared kitchen and living room, quiet, pleasant neighbourhood. Room was large and comfortable. Neighbourhood food, drinks, small market close by. Very close to the Royal Mile area and Colton Hill. Great value for the location and facilities.

Could use a bit of 'lip stick' as the linens & lamps were a bit done, and the shower area needed some work. A proper dispenser for soap and shower gel would be an improvement. It was pitch dark when we arrived, and the stairs were steep with no lights, so that was a bit of a hazard for me. Having said that, it was great value for money spent.

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Walid

8.2

December 2023

There are three rooms in the flat and we stayed in the Paris room. The entrance was a bit tricky to find but once we saw a plaque for the ApartHotel it was obvious. Accessing it was easy, and there was a pleasant smell upon entering. The room and bathroom are very clean and nicely decorated and ready for us with towels on the bed and extra blankets provided in the closet. Beds were comfortable and clean with multiple pillows. The location is in a great area with nature and views around and an easy 15 mins walk from the center. The kitchen had all cooking equipment provided in the case of long stay with coffee, sugar, and milk powder provided. The common living room is spacious (couches, coffee table, dining table) and welcoming. Would 100% be staying here again, perfect for couples.

The radiator wasn’t working. There were alternatives though (2 small heaters) which did the job well. The Paris Room door is located behind the entrance door which could be a bit annoying.

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Shulty84

10

February 2024

We stayed in the Oriental suite, and the bedroom is absolutely stunning. Very modern. The bed is very comfortable & cosy. Huge shower. Had everything needed in the kitchen. Very clean, too. Also, I had an issue with my train tickets. The lady Sav of City Retreats allowed us to stay an extra few hours until my tickets were processed without charging me. Very lovely lady. We will back without a doubt.

There is absolutely nothing I can fault for this accommodation.

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Chen

9.1

July 2024

Great location, comfortable room, well-equipped kitchen, pretty back garden, lovely common room (for all guests staying in the apartment), helpful staff, with whom we only had communication via email or the booking.com chat platform).

The heating was left on for some reason. As the on-off button does not work, we had quite a warm room. But we managed to repair it and turn off the heating in the end.

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Cara

9.1

July 2024

It’s in a great location, clean room and really comfortable beds. Staff were quick to respond to any questions I had via email, self check in was very easy.

There were just a few very small things that may need a touch up in our room (the Moroccan room) - the door handle was a little loose but still functional. Nonetheless a great place and absolutely would stay again!

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Gordon

8.2

June 2023

Fantastic location, with a comfortable and clean room at a great price. We were very happy with our stay.

Wifi had no internet connection, so there wasn't really any Wifi. The door to the bedroom was very stiff in the frame, took a lot of effort to open and close, and made a lot of noise in doing so. The towel rail in the bathroom didn't heat, which meant that towels were cold and took a long time to dry. But these all felt like minor things and didn't take the shine off a great visit to Edinburgh.

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Radovan

9.1

May 2022

We really enjoyed our stay at this accommodation. Since the place was right in the centre of Edinburgh, it was a great starting point for exploration. Premises were always clean and the amount of room was very adequate. The street on which the accommodation is placed is quiet and less than 10 mins. from St. Andrew's Square. All in all, we enjoyed our stay very much and would happily return next time.

The only downside, although it was very minimal, was that our room was on the other end of the house from the living room (French cottage) and the bathroom, which meant a bit of discomfort when attending morning hygiene routines. However, it was not too much fuss, just slightly inconvenient. Furthermore, looking at the current situation in the world, we would suggest renaming the Russian room to something else (it is joined with the French cottage room, why not call it the French room?). It was not too much bother to us (although sleeping under Kremlin was weird), though we can see it may be disheartening to some other guests.

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Aenea

8.2

June 2022

Within walking distance of the Omni/playhouse/trams. enjoyed not having to faff about with checking in or out, and got a message to say our room was ready earlier than expected which was a boost!

decoration in the room was lovely, but could definitely be done with a refresh, wallpaper was marked, peeling and just generally a bit ‘tired’. the bathroom was lovely but shower head wasn’t the cleanest and the grout had some black mould spots. would have also been nice to be able to open the windows slightly more, could only open them and inch and it was 24 degrees in the city, so a couple extra inches to allow a breeze would’ve been nice!

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Kolade

8.2

September 2023

The staff friendly, the property very near to the city centre, kitchen clean with cooking utensils. Home away from home. Bathroom smelling nice.

The size of the twin room with the outside bathroom . Swiss Lodge. Is a little bit small. The carpet from the downstairs to the staircase upstairs could be changed.

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Karen

8.2

May 2022

*Quiet area/location and residence. *Nice large sitting room area and kitchen, although we did not use these areas. *Pretty garden courtyard to sit out in should one wish. *Coffee supplies available in the room, which was appreciated. *Lovely large shower and shower head *Information on accessing the room and property available prior to arriving

*No warm/hot water in the room on arrival, we had to boil a kettle (we didn't see the notice until we were leaving - maybe this would have better in the bathroom area) *Towels need updating *Toiletries left for guests - would be appreciated if the tops were wiped clean prior to occupancy. *Waste bin tops needed wiping *Pillow cases not put on pillows properly which made me think they had not been changed.

Points of Interest Around City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels

Attractions

Royal Scottish Academy

0.4mi

Scottish National Gallery

0.4mi

Edinburgh Cruise Port at Leith

1.9mi

Royal Observatory

2.3mi

Rosslyn Chapel

7.1mi

Aberdour Castle

8mi

Forth Bridge

8.6mi

Dunfermline Abbey and Palace

13.1mi

Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot

20.9mi

Swilcan Bridge (Swilken Bridge)

30.5mi

St. Andrews Golf Course

30.6mi

St. Andrews Cathedral

30.7mi

St. Andrews Castle

30.8mi

Melrose Abbey

30.8mi

National Wallace Monument

30.9mi

Amenities of City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels

Adults only

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Stay rules - City Retreat Edinburgh ApartHotels

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property