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8 York Pl, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh, Eh1 3, Uk

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Description: BALLANTRAE HOTEL IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE CITY
CENTRE. ONLY TWO MINUTES WALK FROM PRINCES STREET AND
FIVE MINUTES FROM THE WAVERLEY STATION. THE HOTEL IS A
LATE GEORGIAN REGENCY STYLE BUILDING WITH ORIGINAL, AND
ORNAMENTAL FEATURES. THE BALLANTRAE WAS BUILT IN THE
1830S AND HAS A WARM MODERN AMBIENCE WITH A FRIENDLY
ATMOSPHERE. IDEAL FOR SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT AND IT IS
WALKING DISTANCE TO MOST MAJOR TOURIST ATTRACTIONS.
THIS PROPERTY WAS BUILT IN 1830
RENOVATED IN 1999

Overview: BAR PARKING
COFFEE SHOP PRIVATE GARAGE

OFF-SITE
AIRLINE DESK CRECHE - DAYCARE
BALLROOM - BALLROOM DELICATESSEN
BANQUET FACILITIES FLORIST
BEAUTY SALON MEDICAL FACILITIES
BUSINESS CENTRE NEWSSTAND
COCKTAIL LOUNGE COACH - BUS PARKING
CONFERENCE FACILITIES PHARMACY

**FEES MAY APPLY TO ABOVE FACILITIES**

Rooms: C1T/C2T/C3T/C3D - STANDARD ROOM 1 2 OR 3 SINGLE BEDS
EN SUITE WITH GEORGIAN FEATURES, TEA / COFFEE FACILITIES,
TELEVISION AND HAIRDRYER.
.
C1K - STANDARD ROOM KING BED WITH A BATH AND A VIEW
FEATURES A KING SIZE BED. FOUR POSTERS AVAILABLE. ROOMS
HAVE GEORGIAN FEATURES AND SPECTACULAR SEA VIEWS. ROOMS
ARE EQUIPPED WITH TEA / COFFEE MAKING FACILITIES,
TELEVISION AND HAIRDRYER.
.
S3A - SUITE KING BED 2 SINGLE BEDS WITH SOFA BED
SPECTACULAR CITY AND SEA VIEWS ON REQUEST. HOME FROM HOME
ENVIRONMENT INCLUDING DIGITAL TELEVISION, SEPARATE
SITTING AREA, PRIVATE VIDEO ENTRY SYSTEM. 4 STAR QUALITY
ROOMS.

AMENITIES-
ALARM CLOCK KITCHENETTE - KITCHENETTE
BATH - TOWELING ROBE - - SOME ROOMS
SOME ROOMS MESSAGE SERVICE - MESSAGE
CABLE TELEVISION - CNN - SERVICE
SOME ROOMS MICROWAVE IN ROOM -
COFFEE/TEA MAKING FAC. MICROWAVE - SOME ROOMS
COMPLIMENTARY NEWSPAPER - NON SMOKING GUEST ROOMS
SOME ROOMS RADIO - SOME ROOMS
DISABLED FAC - IN ROOMS - RAZOR ELECTRICAL SOCKET
SOME ROOMS REFRIGERATOR - SOME ROOMS
EXPRESS CHECK OUT SHOE CLEANING - GST RMS -
FIREPLACE - SOME ROOMS SOME ROOMS
HAIRDRYER IN ROOM DIRECT DIAL TELEPHONE
IN - ROOM MOVIES - SOME TELEVISION
ROOMS TROUSER PRESS - SOME ROOMS
INTERNET ACCESS - SOME VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER -
ROOMS SOME ROOMS
INTL DIRECT DIAL PHONE
IRON - IRONING BOARD -
SOME ROOMS

**FEES MAY APPLY TO ABOVE AMENITIES**

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Transportation: FROM EDINBURGH AIRPORT
FOLLOW THE SIGNS FOR EDINBURGH. JOIN ONTO THE MAIN ROAD
AND HEAD STRAIGHT INTO THE CITY. GO STRAIGHT PAST
EDINBURGH ZOO AND YOU WILL COME INTO HAYMARKET AT THE
WEST END. CARRY ON STRAIGHT ONTO PRINCES STREET. ONCE ON
PRINCES STREET TAKE A LEFT ONTO SOUTH CHARLOTTE STREET,
AND THEN AT THE BOTTOM TAKE A LEFT AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS
ONTO QUEENS STREET. KEEP GOING AND THE ROAD BECOMES YORK
PLACE. GO THROUGH THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND THE HOTEL IS ON
YOUR LEFT JUST AFTER THE PORTRAIT GALLERY.

FROM WAVERLEY TRAIN STATION
EXIT WAVERLEY STATION ONTO WAVERLEY BRIDGE. TURN RIGHT
AND WALK ONTO PRINCES STREET. CROSS PRINCES STREET ACROSS
FROM PRINCES MALL AND HEAD TOWARDS ST ANDREWS SQUARE.
WALK STRAIGHT DOWN AND YOU WILL COME ONTO YORK PLACE. WE
ARE BASED ACROSS THE ROAD.

FROM A1 MOTORWAY
ONCE YOU SEE THE SIGNS FOR EDINBURGH HEAD FOR THE CITY
CENTRE. IT IS A STRAIGHT ROAD IN. IT WILL BRING YOU INTO
MINTO STREET. ONCE ON MINTO STREET GO STRAIGHT AHEAD, YOU
WILL GO THOUGH A NUMBER OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS. KEEP GOING
UNTIL YOU REACH WAVERLEY BRIDGE. AT THE FINAL TRAFFIC
LIGHTS TAKE A RIGHT AND THEN FIRST LEFT INTO LEITH
STREET. ONCE YOU COME TO A ROUNDABOUT TAKE THE LEFT AND
IT WILL BRING YOU ONTO YORK PLACE. DRIVE UP TO THE SECOND
SET OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS ANDS WE ARE BASED ON THE RIGHT HAND
SIDE.

Attractions: Art Gallery - 0 Mi / 1 Km
Central Library - 1 Mi / 2 Km
Hollyrood Palace - 1 Mi / 2 Km
Royal Yacht Britannia - 1 Mi / 3 Km
Scottish Parliament - 1 Mi / 2 Km

Facilities: Suitable for children, Complimentary breakfast, Parking nearby, Bar/lounge

Room Facilities: Television, Wake-up calls, Coffee/tea maker, Housekeeping, Extra towels/bedding, Hair dryer, Window opens, Iron/ironing board (on request, Direct-dial phone, Welcome amenities, Internet access - surcharge, Makeup mirror

Overview: Refurbished in November 2005, this family run hotel offers a prime location and value for money in the heart of the city.

Located just off Princes Street, the city's shopping hub, you are a short stroll from Edinburgh's main attractions. The National Gallery of Scotland is just around the corner, which houses paintings and sculpture from Renaissance to Post-Impressionism periods. The gallery features art by Botticelli, Goya and Rembrandt to name but a few. Visit the castle, and make up your own mind about the controversial Holyrood parliament building.

The grade A listed Georgian Ballantrae Hotel offers more traditional delights, with high ceilings and spacious rooms featuring period details. Here, you will find elegant accommodation full of character, where a balance is struck between history and modern comforts. The hotel offers 24 hour reception cover for your comfort and security.

Please be aware that we have free parking but spaces are limited subject to availability on a first come first served basis.

Location Description: Various bars, restaurants and the Play House are only a few minutes walk from the hotel.

Rooms: Some rooms have shower only and views over the Firth of Forth.

There is a room with a four-poster bed that is ideal for honeymoon couples or anyone taking a romantic break.

Single Room -

Double Room - These spacious rooms have either a double or a king-size bed. Please note that these beds are zip and link beds.

Triple Room - This spacious rooms has a king-size bed and one single bed.

Quad Room - This spacious room has a king-size bed and 2 single beds.

Family Room - This spacious room has a king-size bed and 3 single beds.

Apartment for 4 - This large one bedroom apartment sleeps 4. There is a king-size bed and 2 fold-down single beds or a sofa bed.

Apartment for 2 - This large one bedroom apartment has a king-size bed.

Apartment for 6 - A large two bedroom apartment.One double/king bedroom and one twin bedroom. Fold down beds to sleep 2 people.

Check-in: 14:00

Check-out: 11:00

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
Maximum capacity of total guests in a room is 6.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.

Internet: Internet via modem is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.

Meal Plan: Continental breakfast is included in the room rate.
Full English breakfast is not included and costs GBP 5.00 per person.

Parking: Free Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Pets: Pets are not allowed.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Transportation: From Waverley Station:
- Exit onto Princes Street.
- Cross the road and continue onto Saint Andrew Street.
- Continue for about 300 metres and turn right onto York Place, where you will find the hotel.

The walk takes about 5 minutes. Alternatively, take a taxi from the station.

From the airport:
The shuttle bus will pick up and drop off at the hotel.

Comments: All payments are due upon arrival.

Payments made by credit card are subject to a 2% surcharge.

Facilities: Parking, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Free Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking

Services: Airport Shuttle, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Internet Services, Car Rental, Fax/Photocopying

Description: The Ballantrae Hotel offers luxury accomodation in the heart of Edinburgh. Situated in Scotlands capital city, the Ballantrae Hotel offers top-quality three-star bedrooms and four-star self-catering suites, all recently refurbished in November 2005 to a high standard.Convenient central Edinburgh location.Minutes from the train and bus stations, and a short stroll to theatres, restaurants, shopping centres and Princes Street, the hotel is an ideal base for anyone visiting Edinburgh on business or leisure. Children are welcome, and a large family room is available.At the rear is a private car park, which is much appreciated by our guests. As well as single and double bedrooms, we offer a family room, and suites with self-catering facilities. Our four-poster bed is ideal for honeymoon couples or anyone taking a romantic break!The hotel is a grade A listed building from the Georgian period, and it boasts very high ceilings and spacious rooms, with many period details. This is a building with character and history, for the discerning guest who is bored with modern mass-produced hotel rooms. In the elegance of this period setting, you will discover modern comfort and convenience in all fittings and facilities.The Ballantrae Hotel offers the personal touch. Why not venture beyond the big chain hotels, and discover the advantages of a small independent hotel in Edinburgh! We do require a two night stay at the weekend Friday and Saturday Night.However, please check availability for a one night stay at the weekends.Check in 2pmCheck out 11am.Full payment is taken on arrival.Payments made by credit card are subject to a 2% surcharge.NEW YEAR BOOKINGS MUST BE A THREE NIGHT STAY 29TH DECEMBER 06 - 1ST JANUARY 07

Transportation: From Waverly Train Station:Cross Princess St.Walk up St.Andrews SouthPass the bus station.Hotel is just on the right on York Place.Car park is round the back.

Facilities: 24 Hour Reception, Cots available, Car Parking Available On Site, Airport Shuttle, TV, Tea/Coffee making facilities in each room, Hairdryer in each room, Wake Up Call Available, Ground floor bedrooms, Disabled toilets on ground floor, Wheelchair Access, Wheelchair Access To Reception, Wheelchair Access To Restaurant, Wheelchair Access To Bar, In-room Modem Hook up, Bar, Mountain Bike Hire, En Suite, Telephone, Tea & Coffee Making Facilities, Hairdryer, Disabled Facilities, Family Rooms inc. Cot, Non-smoking Rooms, Car parking available onsite, Fax Service

Description: Ballantrae Hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Only two minutes walk from Princes Street and five minutes from the Waverley Station. The hotel is a late Georgian Regency style building with original, and ornamental features. The Ballantrae was built in the 1830's and has a warm modern ambience with a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for shopping, entertainment and it is walking distance to most major tourist attractions.

Location Description: Ballantrae Hotel is based in the heart of the city centre and only two minutes walk from Princes Street. Near to all the major attractions, around the corner from Harvey Nichols and all the major shops in Edinburgh. Most entertainment, theatres and restaurants are within walking distance. 5 minutes from Waverley train Station giving you access to all major cities. 2 minutes walk from the bus station. There is a regular bus service to Edinburgh Airport.

Cancellation Policy: Subject to the discretion of the hotel, the credit card provided may be charged if the reservation is canceled after the cancellation deadline has passed or if the guest fails to arrive. The cancellation policy will appear after selecting rate rules.

Facilities: Airline Desk, Bar/Lounge, Barber Shop, Beach, Barber/Beauty Shop, Boutiques, Business Center, Car Rental Desk, Casino, Conference Facilities, Coffee Shop, Currency Exchange, 24 Hour Front Desk, Disco, Doctor on Call, Drugstore, Florist, Golf, Exercise Gym, Health Club, Guest Laundromat, Lounge, Maid Service, Nursery for Children, News Stand, Heated Pool, Bus Parking, Indoor Parking, Parking, Sauna, Security, Skiing, Sports Available, Theater Desk, Tour Desk, Wake-up Service

Room Facilities: AM/FM Alarm Clock, Coffee Maker in Room, Express Checkout, Fire Place, Hairdryers Available, International Direct Dial, Iron, Kitchenette, In Room Movies, No Smoking Rooms/Facilities, Free Newspaper, Radio, Refrigerator, Smoke Detectors, Telephone, TV, Television with Cable, VCR

Description: Ballantrae Hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Only two minutes walk from Princes Street and five minutes from the Waverley Station. The hotel is a late Georgian Regency style building with original, and ornamental features. The Ballantrae was built in the 1830's and has a warm modern ambience with a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for shopping, entertainment and it is walking distance to most major tourist attractions.

Location Description: Ballantrae Hotel is based in the heart of the city centre and only two minutes walk from Princes Street. Near to all the major attractions, around the corner from Harvey Nichols and all the major shops in Edinburgh. Most entertainment, theatres and restaurants are within walking distance. 5 minutes from Waverley train Station giving you access to all major cities. 2 minutes walk from the bus station. There is a regular bus service to Edinburgh Airport.

Dining: Oloroso This centrally located restaurant has fine dining and roof top seating with an amazing view of the Castle.

The Dome Located on George Street, this refurbished bank vault has great character. Add in the modern menu and you will thoroughly enjoy this dining experience.

The Warehouse The Warehouse is a bar and grill with an authentic Irish atmosphere.

The Witchery Located close to Edinburgh Castle, the Witchery has been considered an outstanding restaurant in the capital.

Check-in: 2PM

Check-out: 11AM

Facilities: Indoor Parking, VCR, Parking, Express Checkout, Maid Service, Iron, Smoke Detectors, Free Breakfast, No Smoking Rooms/Facilities, Free Parking, Fire Place, Free Newspaper, In Room Movies, TV, AM/FM Alarm Clock, 24 Hour Front Desk, Television with Cable, High Speed Internet, Refrigerator, Wake-up Service, Coffee Maker in Room, Bar/Lounge, Coffee Shop, Security, Radio, International Direct Dial, Kitchenette, Hairdryer in Room, Telephone

Description: Ballantrae Hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Only two minutes walk from Princes Street and five minutes from the Waverley Station. The hotel is a late Georgian Regency style building with original, and ornamental features. The Ballantrae was built in the 1830's and has a warm modern ambience with a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for shopping, entertainment and it is walking distance to most major tourist attractions.

Overview: Ballantrae Hotel is based in the heart of the city centre and only two minutes walk from Princes Street. Near to all the major attractions, around the

Cancellation Policy: Subject to the discretion of the hotel, the credit card provided may be charged if the reservation is canceled after the cancellation deadline has passed or if the guest fails to arrive. The cancellation policy will appear after selecting rate rules.

Facilities: Florist, Airline Desk, AM/FM Alarm Clock, Bar/Lounge, Barber Shop, Beach, Barber/Beauty Shop, Boutiques, Business Center, Car Rental Desk, Casino, Conference Facilities, Coffee Shop, Coffee Maker in Room, Currency Exchange, 24 Hour Front Desk, Disco, Doctor on Call, Fire Place, Drugstore, Express Checkout, Wake-up Service, VCR, TV, Tour Desk, Theater Desk, Telephone, Sports Available, Smoke Detectors, Skiing, Sauna, Security, Refrigerator, Radio, Parking, Indoor Parking, Bus Parking, News Stand, Heated Pool, Free Newspaper, No Smoking Rooms/Facilities, Nursery for Children, Maid Service, In Room Movies, Guest Laundromat, Lounge, Kitchenette, Iron, International Direct Dial, Health Club, Golf, Exercise Gym, Hairdryers Available, Television with Cable

Description: Ballantrae Hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Only two minutes walk from Princes Street and five minutes from the Waverley Station. The hotel is a late Georgian Regency style building with original, and ornamental features. The Ballantrae was built in the 1830's and has a warm modern ambience with a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for shopping, entertainment and it is walking distance to most major tourist attractions.

Location Description: Ballantrae Hotel is based in the heart of the city centre and only two minutes walk from Princes Street. Near to all the major attractions, around the corner from Harvey Nichols and all the major shops in Edinburgh. Most entertainment, theatres and restaurants are within walking distance. 5 minutes from Waverley train Station giving you access to all major cities. 2 minutes walk from the bus station. There is a regular bus service to Edinburgh Airport.Principal Airport: Edinburgh Airport EDI 11 km northwest, Art Gallery 1km North East, Botanical Gardens 2km West, Central Library 2km North West, Dynamic Earth 2km North East, Edinburgh Castle 2km East

Cancellation Policy: Subject to the discretion of the hotel, the credit card provided may be charged if the reservation is canceled after the cancellation deadline has passed or if the guest fails to arrive. The cancellation policy will appear after selecting rate rules.

Category: Hotel

Overview: Refurbished in November 2005, this family run hotel offers a prime location and value for money in the heart of the city. Located just off Princes Street, the city's shopping hub, you are a short stroll from Edinburgh's main attractions. The National Gallery of Scotland is just around the corner, which houses paintings and sculpture from Renaissance to Post-Impressionism periods. The gallery features art by Botticelli, Goya and Rembrandt to name but a few. Visit the castle, and make up your own mind about the controversial Holyrood parliament building. The grade A listed Georgian Ballantrae Hotel offers more traditional delights, with high ceilings and spacious rooms featuring period details. Here, you will find elegant accommodation full of character, where a balance is struck between history and modern comforts. The hotel offers 24 hour reception cover for your comfort and security. Please be aware that we have free parking but spaces are limited subject to availability on a first come first served basis.

Facilities: 24 hour Front Desk, Near Airport, Babysitting/Child Services, Fax/photo-copy, Dry Cleaning, Free Parking, Laundry, Internet services, Luggage storage, Bar, Non Smoking Rooms, Airport Shuttle

Description: Ballantrae Hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Only two minutes walk from Princes Street and five minutes from the Waverley Station. The hotel is a late Georgian Regency style building with original, and ornamental features. The Ballantrae was built in the 1830's and has a warm modern ambience with a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for shopping, entertainment and it is walking distance to most major tourist attractions.

Location Description: Ballantrae Hotel is based in the heart of the city centre and only two minutes walk from Princes Street. Near to all the major attractions, around the corner from Harvey Nichols and all the major shop

Facilities: Boutiques, In Room Movies, Wake-up Service, Refrigerator, Iron/Ironing Board, Snow Skiing, Maid Service, Cable/Satellite TV, VCR/VCP, Meeting Facilities, Golf Course, Non-Smoking Room, Barber/Hair Stylist, Complimentary Newspaper, Beach, Sauna, Kitchenette, Car Rental, Smoke Alarm in Rooms, Babysitting or Child Care, Telephone, Fireplace, Hairdryer, News Stand, Fitness Center, Currency Exchange, 24 Hour Front Desk, Casino, Business Center, Laundry Room, Coffee Maker


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1. From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
 Date of Stay: April, 2007
 The hotel is in a great location and the staff were very friendly .Room 8 very good except for the constant refilling of the water systen in the loft void above the bed . At night very loud. Disapointed that at the price paid no cooked breakfast a nice hotel
 
             
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