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The King James by Thistle – formerly Thistle Edinburgh, Edinburgh
107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3SW
Guest Rating: 
3.9 / 5
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About The King James by Thistle – formerly Thistle Edinburgh hotel
Situated in the heart of Scotland's capital, just off the world-famous Princes Street, a short walk from Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and the National and Scottish Galleries.
The hotel features Craig's Restaurant, where all the dishes are prepared using the finest local produce. For an interesting contrast, try the Boston Bean Company, an informal alternative, serving an excellent range of meals all day.
In your en suite room you'll be able to make a hot drink, with ironing facilities and a flat-screen TV (Freeview) on hand.
Hotel Facilities
General
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
- Bar,
- Elevator,
- Express Check-In/Check-Out,
- Heating,
- Luggage Storage,
- Newspapers,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Parking,
- Restaurant,
- Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
- Safety Deposit Box.
Services
- Currency Exchange,
- Dry Cleaning,
- Internet Services,
- Room Service,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 15:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 15.00 per day.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card,
- American Express.
Important Information
Any bookings of 10 rooms or more will be subject to client receiving a group contract directly from the hotel
Room information
You will awake refreshed after a good night's sleep in the comfortable beds.
Double Room more info
All double rooms offer comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs with Freeview.
Amenities:
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock.
Twin Room more info
All twin rooms offer comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs with Freeview.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Double/Twin Room (Promotion) more info
Please advise if you would like a twin or double room. This request is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Cable TV,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Radio,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Trouser Press,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Deluxe King more info
Amenities:
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock.
Advance Purchase Double Room more info
Amenities:
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock.
Advance Purchase Twin Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Satellite TV,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Restaurants and Bars
Craig’s restaurant serves Scottish and European dishes. It is open Monday to Saturday from 12:00 to 14:00. It offers a comfortable and relaxed ambiance with a varied menu created by the head chef using the finest local produce. The Boston Bean eatery and bar serves light dishes and bar snacks. It is open Monday to Saturday from 12:00 to late, Sunday 12:00 to midnight. It is an informal bar offering snacks and light meals all day and offering an extensive range of drinks. Jamie’s Scottish Evening is available daily from April to November 18:45 to 22:15. it is Scotland's longest running dinner show offering a traditional evening of Scottish music, dance and food hosted by Bill Torrance. Dare you try the haggis during the show? Bring you camera, it is worth while attending this if you are looking for a good night out. Half a bottle of wine is included with the meal.
Directions
By Car: - From the M9 and M8, exit onto the A8. - Follow signs for Edinburgh city centre. - Thistle Edinburgh is located at the end of Princes Street, next to the St. James Shopping Centre. By Train: Waverley Central station and the Edinburgh Airport bus is 0.3 miles (0.5 km) from the hotel. By Air: Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles (12.9 km) away.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
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