NO. 53 FREDERICK STREET, Edinburgh – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Georgian Townhouse Accommodations
No. 53 Frederick Street occupies the second and third floors of a Georgian townhouse from 1820. Rooms feature original carved Adam fire surrounds, Scots pine paneling, and cornicing. All include en-suite shower rooms, flat-screen TVs with full Sky Satellite package, free ultrafast Virgin Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms offer views of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. One double room has a separate private bathroom across the hallway with bath and shower.
Breakfast and Nearby Dining
Freshly prepared cooked breakfasts include continental options, vegetarian choices, Belgian waffles, and breakfast rolls. Rick's Restaurant and Bar, located next door, serves drinks in the evening. The Queens Arms pub is on Frederick Street, while independent restaurants and eateries are on Thistle Street and across Frederick Street.
City Center Access
The guesthouse is a 10-minute walk from Waverley train station and 5 minutes from St Andrew's Square bus station. Princes Street, with bus routes and tram stops, is 2 minutes away. The tram from Edinburgh Airport stops at Princes Street (30-minute journey, £6 single fare). Edinburgh Castle is a 1/4 mile walk, while the Royal Botanic Gardens and Inverleith Park are a short stroll through Stockbridge.
Local Attractions and Services
The Scottish National Gallery, Scottish Gallery of Modern Art, and National Portrait Gallery are within walking distance. Calton Hill sits at the end of Princes Street. Banks include HSBC and TSB on Hanover Street, with Bank of Scotland and Nationwide on George Street. The Co-op on Frederick Street serves as the nearest convenience store, with Boots pharmacy on Princes Street.
Guesthouse Policies and Features
Check-in is from 4 PM, check-out by 10 AM. Early check-in is accommodated when possible. The property offers ironing facilities, heating, and free toiletries. There is no on-site parking; free on-street parking is available about 1 mile away. Family and triple rooms are available. The guesthouse provides local restaurant and tour recommendations.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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