The Malmaison Edinburgh is on Tower Place, in Leith docks, beside the Firth of Forth. It is a 4-star hotel with a brasserie, a cocktail bar, a gym and free parking; many rooms overlook the port. It suits you if you prefer to sleep in Leith and go into the centre only for sightseeing.
Location and getting around
Ocean Terminal, the shopping centre where the Royal Yacht Britannia is moored, is about a 10-minute walk away. The centre is further: Calton Hill is about 2.7 km, Waverley about 3.1 km and the Royal Mile about 3.4 km. For these journeys, public transport or a taxi is best. If you are staying several days, you can split your visits: mornings in the Old Town and afternoons in Leith, on foot from the hotel.
Rooms and facilities
Each room is decorated differently, with a large bed, a satellite TV and free internet. Many have views of the port.
- Brasserie serving British cooking and local produce.
- Cocktail bar and wine cellar.
- Outdoor terrace, according to the property.
- Gym.
- Free parking.
- Breakfast: continental, full English or à la carte.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you arrive by car and want to park at no cost.
- If you want to have dinner in Leith, by the water.
- If you are visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia.
- If you want to work out while you travel.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00. To get around the Old Town every day, you will need to take transport. The hotel lists free internet; if you need a good connection for work, confirm it beforehand. More options in our 4-star hotels section.