Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City CentrevsFraoch House
Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh ranks slightly higher than Fraoch House. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh is ranked #32 in Edinburgh with approval from 4 sources including The Telegraph, Fodor's and Time Out.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
80 High St., The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1TH, Scotland
From $112/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Time Out
"Originally the Scandic Crown. ... A clean-cut, sleek and monochromatic look with subtle Scottish motifs. Service standards are high, and you'll walk out of reception on to the Royal Mile." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel is in an excellent location for business and pleasure, and although it bares some brash modern garb, it is as soft as a plush toy when compared with the edgier Point Hotel nearby." Full review
Frommer's
"Location, location, location: If you want to be right in the thick of it, you can't beat this hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"You’ll find no tartan here, despite the 16th-century exterior - inside it’s contemporary all the way." Full review
Jetsetter
"A stay on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, with full Scottish breakfast and welcome prosecco." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Rooms are modern and well-equipped, with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, great beds, and pillow menus, and some have views of the Royal Mile." Full review
Fodor's
"The Radisson Blu is a solid business-like hotel with good facilities, including a swimming pool, a spa and eight meeting rooms. Rooms are spacious, too, and there's a car park for guests." Full review
Fraoch House
66 Pilrig St., Edinburgh EH6 5AS, Scotland
From $74/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide
"A relaxing nine-bedroom guesthouse with a slick, modern look created by its young owners."
Oyster
Upscale
"The nine-room upscale Fraoch House is a quirky Victorian bed-and-breakfast on a quiet, timeless side street off Leith Walk." Full review
Fodor's
"This popular option manages to combine a homey feel and stylish decor. ... The rooms, however, have a much more contemporary feel."