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Reviews of Channings Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

4 out of 5
Channings Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
12-16 South Learmonth Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 752 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 752 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 752 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 752 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable boutique hotel. Great location in beautiful Stockbridge
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good and Bad
We had a lovely upgrade to a suite but the room and hotel were extremely hot. The room was like a sauna, it was the underfloor heating in the bathroom apparently. Stayed there but had to open all the windows as it was so hot. Moved to another room the next day, still warm but was ok. This time it was a problem with the hot water, none at night but in the morning someone came up and turned all taps and eventually it came on - due to old building & boilers! Still a problem the next day and you go in the shower, extremely hot, then cold then comes on again. Breakfast good but again, air conditioning had to be turned on as room stifling. Decoration in some places are poor, could be a really good hotel, super location but just seems to be running down. Most of the staff are extremely helpful and polite. Would recommend but don't expect a 'boutique hotel' as that is what they call it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Roger, Worcester U K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, really convenient for Princes St.
A very enjoyable week. A nice location very convenient for Princes St and Stockbridge
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

chloe, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and period property
Pros: we were able to check in 2 hours early, beautiful view from our window, pleasing decor and room size was adequate considering we chose the 'petit double', bathroom was clean and modern, staff very welcoming and knowledgeable. Free parking out front on the weekends otherwise £2 per hour. Cons: paper thin walls so as our room was straight off the staircase and not off a hallway then every time someone came home to their room it was very loud. No hot water in the mornings in the shower, evenings were fine for hot water. Damp through the ceiling above the bathroom doorway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Mauz, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean, friendly.
We stayed for two nights and found the Channing to be adequate for our needs. The room was big and easily accommodated a third person. The cafe was a little disappointing as the food was average. The downside of this was that the hotel is not close to any pubs or restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Pam, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, out of the way of city centre traffic.
We found Channing's to be friendly, homey and clean. The staff were helpful and professional. Our room was very clean and serviced daily with clean towels, etc. The distance to city centre was a nice 30-40 minute walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

David and Susana, Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Really enjoyed our time at this hotel and will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Max, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant hotel
Our room was small and bed a little uncomfortable, otherwise an excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Steve, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel, Great Staff, Parking is a Problem
Our second stay at the Channing's. Very comfortable, very pleasant and helpful staff. But the parking near the hotel is very restricted. Most parking spaces are by permit only. The others are metered at 4£ for 2 hour, with a limit of 2 parking periods a day. The nearest public parking garage is a mile away at Edinburgh Castle Terrace. Which cost about 30 £ a day. Probably more practical to take a taxi or trains.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and friendly
Excellent location to explore city centre, Stockbridge, Dean Village area. We enjoyed walking and finding new streets to explore. Taxi from/to city centre/Royal Mile for less than £10. 3 of us travelling and no complaints. I would have no hesitation in staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Dean, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel short walk into city
Clean rooms, great friendly and helpful staff, very comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, well situated hotel but poor Wi-Fi
A great location about 10/15 minutes walk to Princes Street. Hotel was clean and comfortable. However we were disappointed about the standard of the Wi-Fi in the hotel, especially around the reception area and the bar where it was non-existent. This is pretty poor in 2017.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short break
Nice hotel within walking distance of city centre. Friendly staff. Good breakfast with plenty of choice but a little slow, had to ask for our breakfast on the second day as we seemed to have been forgotten, but it was delivered with an apology. Overall a nice hotel and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Francis J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly Recommend
Our first trip to Scotland, and Channing's made it all the more wonderful. We loved the residential character of the location, as we enjoy walking to get the feel of the cities we visit. About a mile from city center, it is very convenient. The room was very well appointed with lovely views from the roof windows. Excellent breakfast, cooked to order was included. We will strongly consider staying here again on our next visit to Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Mike, Derbyshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Shackleton's
Well managed hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff is nice. Rooms are spatious.
But, water gets hot or cold rapidly. Hard to adjust the temperature. For two days, we took either very hot or very cold showers. 😕
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok but not as expected.
Hotel was ok - of course the room was nothing like any of the rooms on the www. Room too hot (no aircon) and no bottled water in the room which I thought bad. Tap water available but trickled out! Restaurant v good. It is a good 20 min walk to the centre not ten mins as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Phil, Provo, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel off the beaten path
A truly charming little hotel that is off the beaten path but close enough to several bus lines that getting to and from central Edinburgh is no problem at all (5 to 10 minute bus ride depending upon your destination). Our room was small (but quite normal for a European hotel) but nicely furnished and very comfortable. The staff was professional and efficient, some were more friendly and helpful than others, but all were completely acceptable. The breakfasts were wonderful- I recommend the smoked kippers and full Scottish. It's close to Dean's Bridge which is a picturesque little neighborhood. We would totally stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely ending to a great holiday.
We had a wonderful stay at The Channings albeit just for one night as we were en route from holidaying in Tuscany. The double room we booked had been upgraded so we were extra specially delighted. The hotel was spotlessly clean and service was good. All staff we came in contact with were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was first class with lots of choices and served in the Conservatory. The hotel is in a very nice quiet area of Edinburgh - a short taxi ride from Waverley Station. On the bus route with buses coming along regularly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with character
Loved the restaurant/pub. Booked an afternoon tea and lived that too. Room was Victorian in style but very comfortable. One person elevator, quirky detail but at least there was an elevator in this historic property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

4/10 Poor

Janet, Toronto, Canada

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dismal experience
Of all the hotels we stayed in over the 3 weeks in the UK this hotel was simply the worst. From the check in wherein they argued about the pre-payment, out of service lift, Wi-Fi not functioning. The whole place was tired and run down and had the aura of 'downhill slide'. I never got warm water from the bathroom tap, altho fortunately the shower had warm water. The bistro in the basement was most uninspiring. No parking other than on street which was pay and display during the day. Two positives, nice big bright bathroom and they provided a good breakfast. Too bad really as it was in a nice neighbourhood.

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay here when in Edinburgh
One of he nicest hotels I've stayed in. Great staff, very clean. The restaurant is a gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming
From the moment I arrived after midnight, Kevin who greeted me was so accommodating and welcoming. It was late and my luggage didn't make my late connection and I was thirsty and hungry too so he made sure I had some sustenance. The breakfast was delicious as was the evening meals in Shackletons their pub. The desk staff were so helpful in every way including helping me in calling various places most especially in checking on my overdue luggage. My elderly Mom and I enjoyed our stay in this spotless establishment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room and facilities. Car parking was a bit tricky as we need to pay it from 8:30.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Fairfax, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great historic townhouse
Like a genteel country home. Very comfortable and elegant!

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quaint hotel
We spent 4 nights at the Channings Hotel and were very happy with our stay. On the plus side, the beds were very comfortable, the rooms quiet and good-sized, the breakfasts good and the bar/restaurant had good food. On the other side, the location is a bit far from public transportation (perhaps 1/4 mile but you have to walk up a small hill) and the hotel is definitely not walking distance from the Edinburgh Castle even though it may only be about 1 mile away. We found a few restaurants nearby, within 1 mile that were very good. We would definitely stay there again.

6/10 Okay

caroline, Zebulon NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel on quiet street
Nice hotel, very quiet. A bit far from downtown w/ awkward parking (though I parked in front of hotel past 10 in the morning and didn't get a ticket. )
Front of hotel

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel Channing's was a lovely Bed and Breakfast hotel. Rooms we spacious and breakfast wasn't tasty. It was in a quiet neighborhood about a 15 minute walk to the main parts of the city. I would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Channings
Great stay at Channings, good atmosphere and friendly staff. Beautiful old building full of period features.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Three days in Edinburgh.
Very comfortable room and lovely hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay very much.

10/10 Excellent

Winifred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great night in Edinburgh
We stayed over as we were attending a function in Edinburgh. The staff were friendly and helpful very welcoming and professional. We where upgraded at no extra cost. Room was clean bed very comfortable and bathroom well equipped with what we needed for our stay. View from our room was great. Would definitely recommend friends and family to stay there

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Eric L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a very nice hotel in a great location. Would stay again but a couple of cautions - WiFi is pretty spotty and definitely give the restaurant a miss!
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. However, we are taken aback with your comments asking guests to give our restaurant a miss. We take great pride in our food, sourcing all our ingredients from local suppliers and we receive lots of praise from our guests about our restaurant. We are sorry that you felt that it didn't meet your standards. We hope you choose to stay with us again when you next visit Edinburgh.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Good for comfort and service, distant from city
The beds are comfy and staff are helpful and friendly. The shower water temperature is slightly inconsistent, sometimes it just turns too cold/hot, lighting in the room is limited, cleaning service needs improvement. Location is a bit far from the centre...but there is public transport else taxi service in Edinburgh is fast.

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming old hotel near the city centre.
We were delighted upon our arrival at the Channings. It seemed we had been transported back to a more genteel time. The staff was gracious and most helpful. would highly recommend the hotel to everyone.

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. L A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, peaceful hotel
A lovely hotel in a peaceful area but only a ten minute stroll to Princes Street. We had the Discovery suite, which was beautiful. Very comfy bed, amazing bathroom with underfloor heating. Breakfast was exceptional.

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

CJ, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
quiet location
Relaxing visit to a city full of culture. Why say more?

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A cosy and different place to stay
This hotel has a lovely, cosy atmosphere. It is so warm and always has a fire. The rooms have a unique and luxurious feel to them. The staff are very nice and friendly. Location is ideal as it is in a quiet, nice area but also within walking distance of the city. My two problem were that firstly the shower is not powerful at all and secondly if your breakfast is not included in your stay do not get it. It is incredibly expensive. We paid £19 for a continental breakfast of toast and cereal and we were very disappointed with that.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Dilys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good to be back
Lovely 2nd stay beautiful room love this hotel

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The views were lovely hotel staff were great. Rooms need updating but that doesn't take away from the beiuty of the hotel

8/10 Good

Andrea, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel short distance from Princes Street!
Nice hotel well priced with friendly helpful staff. Room was warm and very comfortable. Excellent breakfast well presented.

10/10 Excellent

Amelka, Melvourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and real hidden gem
Perfect hotel for both singles or families and for all age groups. Facilities are brilliant and in house restaurant is lovely. Staff are very friendly

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Clean but slightly tired hotel. Great staff.
I really enjoyed my stay at the Channings. The staff were more than helpful especially at the restaurant underneath the hotel. The building itself, although very clean, was very tired, needing a bit of TLC and the shower was almost impossible to operate without getting scalded. Our room was also out in the main stair way to was quite noisy with people walking past the door quite a lot, it did have a beautiful view from the window though. I was expecting the hotel to be nearer the town centre however the walk to Princes st was very enjoyable and it meant that there was no noise from the town. Be prepared for a lot of walking if you are staying at this hotel.