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Channings Hotel, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member - Edinburgh

A 4-star hotel in Edinburgh's South Learmonth Gardens, within walking distance of the city centre and 2.3 km from Edinburgh Castle.

  • Quiet residential location a short walk from the city centre
  • Spacious rooms and suites with bathtubs and tea/coffee facilities
  • On-site buffet breakfast and cosy lounge with log fire
8.6 Great 1536 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 1536 reviews

About

Channings Hotel, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member - Edinburgh

Channings Hotel sits on a quiet residential street in Edinburgh's West End, set in a traditional building with an old-world character. The hotel offers a lift and currency exchange, and a cozy lounge with a log fire adds to the homely feel.

Guest rooms are well-appointed with carpeted floors, a sitting area, and tea and coffee facilities. The hotel serves a buffet breakfast each morning, and room service and laundry are available for added convenience.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Gift/Newsstand
  • Room service

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Quiet, characterful setting — Set on a residential street in Edinburgh's West End, the hotel offers a calm retreat while still being within walking distance of the city centre.
  • Spacious rooms with thoughtful amenities — Rooms come with sitting areas, tea and coffee facilities, and bathtubs — several guests highlight the generous size and comfort.
  • Attentive, friendly staff — Guests consistently note the helpfulness and warmth of the team, from the welcome to daily assistance.
  • Well-regarded breakfast — The buffet breakfast is a frequent highlight, with a wide selection of fresh and tasty options.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No on-site parking — The hotel does not list parking facilities, so guests arriving by car will need to arrange nearby options.
  • Pets not allowed — The hotel does not accommodate pets, which may be limiting for those traveling with animals.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only available from 15:00 to 23:59, so late arrivals after midnight are not possible.
  • No smoking on premises — Smoking is not listed as permitted, so smokers will need to step outside.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub

Small Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub

Superior Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub

Superior Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub

Junior Suite

  • Shower
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Lift
  • Safe deposit box
  • Currency exchange
  • Gift/Newsstand

Food & Drink

  • Buffet breakfast
  • Room service
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle

Room Comfort

  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Ironing facilities
  • Carpeted floor
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Services

  • Laundry

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 1536 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 1,536 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 1536 reviews
8.6Verified guest

“A wonderful stay in a lovely hotel on a quiet street, a short walk from the city centre. The room was spacious, the bed comfortable, and the bathroom huge. Staff were pleasant, and breakfast offered a wide selection of fresh food. I enjoyed the view of the private gardens and the old school behind. The lounge with a log fire was a cozy bonus.”

8.6Verified guest

“The location in Edinburgh was excellent.”

8.6Verified guest

“Friendly staff and delicious food. It's on a quiet street in a shopping area, and the suite had everything needed. Close to Inverleith boating pond.”

8.6Verified guest

“Wi-Fi worked well, breakfast was amazing, and it's only 3 km from the National Museum of Scotland.”

8.6Verified guest

“The staff couldn't have been more willing to help—they were absolutely superb.”

8.6Verified guest

“Beautiful building, friendly staff, and a luxurious, spacious room.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

City Centre Access: The hotel is within a 15-minute walk to the city centre, with many shops, restaurants, and attractions along the way.

Edinburgh Castle: Edinburgh Castle is about 2.3 km from the hotel, a scenic walk or a short bus ride away.

Parks and Green Spaces: Guests recommend nearby parks like Stocksbridge for a local, relaxed outing, and Inverleith boating pond is close for a pleasant afternoon.

12-16 South Learmonth Gardens, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH4 1EZ, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
8 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

The hotel does not list on-site parking. Guests arriving by car may need to find public parking nearby.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at Channings Hotel.

Is breakfast included?

The hotel serves a buffet breakfast, which many guests praise for its variety and freshness. Whether it's included in your rate depends on your booking.

What are the room amenities?

Rooms include a sitting area, tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a shower and bathtub. Some rooms also have a bathtub.

The bottom line

Channings Hotel delivers a dependable, characterful Edinburgh stay with spacious rooms and genuinely attentive service, set in a quiet pocket of the West End yet close to the city's sights. The lack of parking and strict check-in hours are practical caveats, but for most travellers the strengths outweigh these minor frictions.

8.6From 1536 guest reviews, rated 8.6/10

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