The Thrums – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh
About the Hotel
Georgian House Rooms
The Thrums is made up of two Georgian houses with rooms that retain original period features. Each room has a Sleepeezee bed with 1,000 pocket springs and a foam-topped mattress. Private bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffee/tea makers. Options include single, double, twin, and family rooms (up to four beds).
Breakfast and Dining
A full breakfast buffet costs £9.50 per person, with gluten-free and lactose-free options available upon request. The hotel is surrounded by cafes, bars, and restaurants, including Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean. No on-site restaurant is available beyond breakfast.
Garden and Lounge
Guests can relax in the shared lounge or the large rear garden. The property offers laundry facilities, dry cleaning, and multilingual staff assistance. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Central Edinburgh Location
The Thrums is in Newington, a residential area in southern Edinburgh. It's a short walk to the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and Arthur's Seat. The Royal Commonwealth Swimming Pool and Edinburgh University are nearby. Frequent buses connect the hotel to the city center.
Guest Services
The 24-hour reception assists with tour bookings and tickets. Self-parking is available. Late check-in after 22:00 must be arranged in advance. No pets or service animals are allowed.
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Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor