The Broughton Hotel

My experience is slightly unusual in that I haven't actually stayed at the Broughton. Yet. Freak weather conditions in my part of Sotland meant I had to cancel my trip to Edinburgh - and my booking, well after the cancellation cut-off time. The response to my notification was so friendly, understanding and generous that I won't be looking to stay anywhere else when I plan my postponed visit.

Lovely small hotel with character. In a quiet street away from the noise of the centre. But so close to walk into the centre. Fifteen walk to the Royal Mile. Great free parking which is such a bonus to just park up and leave your car without the hassle of driving into the city and finding extremely, expensive car parking. Fantastic little restaurants just a few minutes walk from Broughton. Italian, Turkish, Indian. Elm Row was a lovely place for breakfast. Would highly recommend. Freddie the host was great and made everything easy if you needed anything. Will be first choice when coming again.

On Monday 11 Dec'23, We checked into this hotel for a one night stay. We wouldn't normally book somewhere that's on a "room only" basis but it's location sounded ideal for us for the shops/Chris**as Market. Ob arrival, We were unable to gain access into the property, We rang the telephone in the porch way, which kept going to voicemail, after a good few rings on the doorbell, a young lady came & answered. She told us she was there cleaning the rooms & gave us the Key to Room 4 It might have only been a 1 night stay but room 4 wasn't good. A box room with sloping walls, bed right up against the window sill & it felt very claustrophobic. We spoke to the cleaner who said the owners were away on holiday so she would mention it to Matthew who was looking after the hotel for a week. He rang us at 230pm whilst we were out & said we could move to room 2. We returned to move rooms, room 2 was a family room with a double & single bed in it. Much bigger room, felt better, however, that's where the improvement ended sadly. I have read on the reviews that this hotel is due a refurbishment next month which it definitely needs however, on cleanliness it's not to standard. Our bathroom hadn't been cleaned very well, the shower floor was dirty so we didn't use it. On making a cup of tea yesterday morning, I noticed the cups hadn't been cleaned properly so I scolded them under the hot tap. I honestly feel £90+ for room only at this establishment is very overpriced, maybe once its upgraded it will be justified but for now, I'm afraid not & the level of cleanliness certainly needs addressing.

The hotel is ideally located near to the city centre, with many pubs, restaurants, shops and attractions nearby. Our room was ideal for a weekend break, and had everything we needed. We were made to feel welcome from when we arrived.

This is a lovely little hotel in the centre of Edinburgh. The room had everything we needed, very spacious, nice tea and coffee. The small car park at the rear is extremely handy! Parking in Edinburgh is a nigh**are, so it made the visit a lot easier. Hosts were great, very helpful and friendly. When I am next in Edinburgh, I will be staying here again.

I only spent one night there. The location is very convenient for the town centre, and the hotel offers free parking. Parking is expensive elsewhere. The hotel is clean and the welcome friendly. From there you can explore the Georgian New Town.