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The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
5.0 star property

Luxury boutique hotel, walk to George Street

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The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

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Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior detail
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Overview of The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Great King Street, 34, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH36QH
  • Popular LocationPrinces Street12 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle19 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile20 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)29 min drive
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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member is located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, and is near a train station. Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and National Museum of Scotland are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • George Street - 9 min walk
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 19 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Royal Scots Club - 6 min walk
  • Urban Angel - 7 min walk
  • The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 8 min walk
  • Little White Pig - 7 min walk
  • Cumberland Bar - 2 min walk

About this property

The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Luxury boutique hotel near Princes Street
Located close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member provides dry cleaning/laundry services, conference space, and a restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and laundry services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: GBP 1–30 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Atholl

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 8 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.00 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Breakfast fee: approximately GBP 1–30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Howard
Howard Edinburgh
Howard Hotel
Howard Hotel Edinburgh
The Howard an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Hotel
The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh
The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Hotel Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Valet parking is available for GBP 15.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of George Street, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mi (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

The Howard, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Glamorous!, Derby

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as expected!
The hotel was supposed to be in a central location but it was 12 minutes walk to the shops and then a further 12 minutes walk to the bars, so it was too much effort to go out for a beer and something to eat on Saturday night. In cold weather conditions, you really needed to take a taxi everywhere. It was deadly quiet too with no atmosphere. In fact, it was more akin to a gentleman's club, rather than a hotel. But in saying that, the staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The rooms and bathrooms are very large and very clean, so if you are looking for a quiet hotel, well off the main thoroughfare, it would ideal for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A good place to stay
Charming staff and a superb location. I hope the owner(s) is willing to increase his/her/their investment in ambience as this could be a fabulous hotel with real charm.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carroll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Choice in Edinburgh
Good location in new town. Truly excellent service. We dtsyed in the cottage, which gave is lots of space snd we still enjoyed a good breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and beautiful property. Attentive staff eager to provide service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
We had an excellent time at the Howard. Breakfast was wonderful and tasty - 5 star service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and lovely room
Often there are some good staff in a hotel, it is very rare to find that all staff are so helpful, informative and pleasant however that is what you get at the Howard - well done to them. I was surprised that everyone could be so good, all the time. The room was very nice and you are close to the city centre. We ate in the restaurant for an evening meal and the food was very good, breakfast every morning was great and over the three nights there my wife and I tried most options and they were all good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

MJ, milwaukee, wi, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprising. Wonderful.
Gracious hosts. Wonderful room. Very accommodating. Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

P, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic Hotel with Character
This hotel sits among brownstones houses and is off the tourist path. Wonderful reception team and great butlers. While the hotel is older, it has historic charm. Breakfast was wonderful with fantastic choices. Rooms are spacious. Hotel is within walking distance of pubs and great restaurants in Stockbridge. Loved the overall experience at this hotel.

8/10 Good

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only criticism I have is about the water pressure. It came out at a trickle.

2/10 Terrible

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly disappointed
Petit double room was tiny and was not reflective of the pictures on either travel or the hotel websites. Room was tired in terms of decor, furniture and bedding. The bathroom was much the same and even had a rusty/ dirty looking plug hole Not 5, not 4 and not even 3 star I'm afraid. Would not recommend or stay again