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Black Ivy Hotel

3.0 star property
Suburban Edinburgh hotel in Tollcross with a 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Modern European cuisine
Bar (on property)
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View
Staircase
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Explore the area

Map
4 Alvanley Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1DU
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Usher Hall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Park View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Black Ivy Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Black Ivy, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 1:00 PM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Tollcross hotel include Grassmarket and George Street.

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 16 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive
  • Murrayfield Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 4 min drive
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Montpeliers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bennets Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Golf Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Artisan Roast - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Indian Street Food - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Black Ivy Hotel

Suburban Edinburgh hotel in Tollcross with a 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Black Ivy Hotel also features a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1869
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Black Ivy Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 32.80 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 10.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Black Ivy

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.50 for adults and from GBP 10.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 32.80 per day (5 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Black Ivy Hotel?

Black Ivy Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Ivy Hotel?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Ivy Hotel on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$135.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Black Ivy Hotel?

The closest beach to Black Ivy Hotel is Portobello Beach (6.1 km).

What makes Black Ivy Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Black Ivy Hotel.

Does Black Ivy Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Black Ivy Hotel?

No, Black Ivy Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Black Ivy Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Black Ivy Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Black Ivy Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Black Ivy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 300 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a treasure. The room was clean and comfortable. We dined in the hotel and the food (and cocktails) were excellent and a lovely Christmassy feel. Most of all the customer service was exceptional. A brilliant few days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended, great location with excellent bar area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and cozy with high ceilings. The bar and restaurant below had fantastic food and drinks. At night, it is a lively seen filled with locals (though this did not disturb any early nights we had)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Black Ivy was so cute! The restaurant is great and it’s nice to have breakfast in your hotel and the rooms are super clean. Staff were friendly and very helpful. The only thing I would say is that the hot water for the shower was not very hot (to be fair I like it basically the temp of the surface of the sun) but it was above warm at best. I liked the tea and cookie set up and the room decor <3
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Night out in Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On street parking only at £4.10 an hour.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

The place needs air conditioning
The staff were cheerful and friendly. Room 211, top floor, was ok but *stifflingly hot* and sleeping was near impossible. To be fair it was during a very hot period in August which I realise may be unusual for Scotland but there was no air conditioning, the window only opened a few centimetres and the fan was all but useless. Altogether it was an expensive and uncomfortable night in a very small room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very friendly stylish at the centre of one of Edinburgh's most pretty areas. The dining room for dinner could be brighter, otherwise everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place at a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Great idea to stay I was attending an event nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Arafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the 4th time I have stayed at the Black Ivy. I can't imagine going to Edinburgh and staying anywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024