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Thistle Edinburgh, The King James

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Edinburgh
Oct 07, 2025 - Oct 08, 2025
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Address

107 Leith Street

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Thistle Edinburgh, The King James Review

Situated nearly 5 minutes' walk from the restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse", which will let your body release endorphins, the elegant Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel features a currency exchange and a lift.

Guests can have breakfast in the restaurant. Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant is ideal for tasting Indian cuisine and is situated adjacent to Thistle Edinburgh, The King James hotel.

This 3-star hotel is located merely 0.6 km from Edinburgh Old Town and a short walk to Edinburgh Underground City. The accommodation is within a short walking distance of Calton Hill and 100 km from Dundee airport.

There is the royal Holyrood Park nearly a 10-minute drive away, and Edinburgh bus station is a mere 0.6 km from the hotel.

Business travellers will have access to a conference room provided on site.

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Impressions

Pros

  • Peaceful traditional hotel with a magnificent central setting.
  • A wide range of reasonably large rooms available with a nice view, a TV and a leather sofa.
  • Some units with great decor.
  • Delicious continental breakfast with a yogurt and an orange, to name but a few.
  • Pleasant restaurant serving Italian cuisine.
  • Main bar with carbonated drinks.
  • Exceptional service and a quick check-in.
  • Rates are good.

Cons

  • A few guests were dissatisfied with pretty firm beds.
  • A few units might have a bit small bathrooms.

Facilities

Dining facilities

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant buffet
  • Cafe
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Rooms

  • Wardrobe
  • In-room desk
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds
  • Television
  • Direct dial telephone

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry

Activities for Kids

  • Cots

Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Nelson Monument 430 m (1411 ft)
  • Scott Monument 450 m (1476 ft)
  • Edinburgh Old Town 620 m (2034 ft)
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 1.01 km (3314 ft)
  • The Writers' Museum 860 m (2822 ft)
  • Arthur's Seat hike 2.74 km (1.70 mi.)
  • Scottish National Gallery 750 m (2461 ft)

Restaurants nearby

  • Rabbie's Cafe 130 m (427 ft)
  • Sushi Stop 410 m (1345 ft)
  • McDonald's 260 m (853 ft)
  • Waterloo bar Edinburgh 150 m (492 ft)

Transportation

  • Leith Street 150 m (492 ft)
  • Waterloo Place 210 m (689 ft)
  • Bus Station 230 m (755 ft)
  • Bus Station 230 m (755 ft)
  • Bus Station 220 m (722 ft)
  • Edinburgh 440 m (1444 ft)

Thistle Edinburgh, The King James FAQ

What is the distance between the 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James and the city centre?
Edinburgh city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk from the 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James.
Which popular attractions are located near the Thistle Edinburgh, The King James?
Staying at the Thistle Edinburgh, The King James, you shouldn't miss Edinburgh's main landmarks, Greyfriars Bobby's Grave (1.1 km the accommodation) and the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse", located just a 14-minute walk away.
What are the best dining options during the stay at the elegant 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James?
Guests of the elegant 3-star Thistle Edinburgh, The King James can dine just outside the property in a highly rated—9/10 according to reviews—restaurant Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant offering Nepali cuisine.