Corstorphine Lodge Hotel Edinburgh, Edinburgh ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

188 St John'S Rd, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 8SG

Corstorphine Lodge Hotel, a charming stone-built Victorian villa dating back to the 1880s, is located on the A8 route connecting Edinburgh Airport to the city center. This budget-friendly hotel offers a warm welcome and convenient amenities, making it suitable for travelers seeking comfort and affordability. The hotel is known for its friendly staff and is situated near notable attractions such as Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium.

Location

Corstorphine Lodge Hotel is ideally located just a 15-minute drive from both Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. The hotel benefits from excellent bus links, with the Airlink 100 stop conveniently situated right outside, providing easy access to the city center and the airport.

Rooms

The hotel features spacious rooms, many with picturesque views of the gardens or the Pentlands Hills. Each room is tastefully decorated with original cornices and architectural features. Amenities include a large LCD TV, complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities, and en-suite bathrooms with free toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Corstorphine Lodge Hotel offers a cooked breakfast made to order, alongside a continental buffet. Breakfast is served in a charming dining area, where guests can enjoy a variety of options to start their day. The hotel also has a spacious bar lounge for relaxing with drinks after a day of exploration.

Leisure & Business

While the hotel mainly serves as a comfortable resting place, it features free Wi-Fi access throughout. Guests can unwind in the beautifully landscaped Victorian walled gardens. The staff are attentive and can assist with local information and travel arrangements.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Suite

Max:

5 persons

50 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

City view

Shower

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Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Double Room

Max:

1 person

22 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Edinburgh 4.0 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 3.9 mi

Dundee (DND) 56.4 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 4.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“Our room was lovely and spacious, featuring a comfortable double bed and a single bed, with large windows that provided a beautiful view of the garden.” view full review

Comfy Beds

“The beds were exceptionally comfy, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of exploring the city.” view full review

Excellent Entertainment

“The decent-sized TV in our room offered a large selection of programs, making it easy to unwind with our favorite shows.” view full review

Helpful Amenities

“The kettle provided a great selection of tea and coffee, perfect for enjoying a warm beverage anytime during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

188 St John'S Rd, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 8SG

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street view

188 St John'S Rd, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH12 8SG

City landmarks

Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo

4900 ft

Museums

Edinburgh Castle

3.5 mi

Museums

National Museum of Scotland

3.9 mi

Stadiums

BT Murrayfield Stadium

1.9 mi

Royal Mile

3.7 mi

Clermiston Rd N

Corstorphine Hill Tower

4600 ft

Mall

Gyle Shopping Centre

1.0 mi

Physic Well

2300 ft

Corstorphine Dovecot

2300 ft

Church

Craigsbank Parish Church

2400 ft

High Street 2 Warriston's Close

The Real Mary King's Close

3.9 mi

St Thomas' Episcopal Church

2700 ft

Museums

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

3.7 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

3.7 mi

Corstorphine Road

Characters from Kidnapped statue

1.4 mi

St Anne's Church

3400 ft

Church

St Annes Parish Church

3400 ft

Malayan Tapir

3600 ft

Giant Pandas

3600 ft

Greater One Horned Rhinoceros

3700 ft

Penguins Rock

3800 ft

Public Building

Scottish Forestry

3900 ft

Drill

3900 ft

Golf Course

Carrick Knowe Course

1.5 mi

Nearby

Church

St ninians

900 ft

St. Ninian's Church

1200 ft

Church

St John The Baptist Church

1500 ft

Snooker Hall

1900 ft

Events

Corstorphine Old Parish Church

2000 ft

Church

Corstorphine United Free Church

2000 ft

Restaurants

McDonald's

900 ft

Corstorphine Retail Park

The Barbecue

1200 ft

20 Glasgow Road

Wetherspoon Pub at The White Lady

1500 ft

98 St. Johns Road Corstorphine

Costa Coffee

1900 ft

Meadow Place Road Tesco Extra

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location for airport access

Close to good food options

Service issues

Cleaning details missed

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.2

Location

7.3

Service

6.8

Dining

6.5

Victor

United States of America, May 2024

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The location was convenient for my activities, but the lack of an elevator made it difficult to access my room on the 3rd floor with heavy bags. The rooms were spacious but showed signs of wear and tear. The service was friendly but lacked enthusiasm at times. The dining options were decent but some dishes seemed to be reheated.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very large with a double and 2 proper singles, but the stairway from the 2nd to the 3rd floor was very steep and narrow, making it very difficult to haul bags up the stairs. The room itself is starting to show its age and looked a bit tired.

Service

7.0

The staff at the hotel were extremely pleasant and polite, although at times they seemed to only go through the motions without much enthusiasm.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was ideal for my visit, being on the main road to the center of Edinburgh, close to the airport bus route and convenient for visiting Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle, and the Uni.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was nice with quite a good selection, but some dishes felt like they were re-heated and could have been freshly cooked.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had decent facilities to offer, however, it would have been more enjoyable with an elevator for easier access to rooms.

Timothy

United Kingdom, February 2024

6.6/10

The hotel rooms were large, clean, and more than adequate for our family needs, with clean facilities. However, the noise disturbance throughout the night was awful, making it hard to sleep for more than 10 minutes at a time. The location was great for accessing the city center and local attractions, but parking was a bit challenging. The dining experience was mixed with some pressures to commit to a certain time, and the quality of products was very low. The service was somewhat lacking, with staff being argumentative in the dining room and a bit abrupt when handling complaints.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and suitable for our needs, although lacking a full kitchen. Plenty of food outlets were around, making dining convenient.

Service

6.0

The service was somewhat abrupt when addressing issues, and some staff members were seen arguing in the dining area, which was embarrassing.

Location

7.0

The location was great with easy access to the city center and local amenities, although parking was a bit far and challenging due to its busy main road position.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had mixed feelings, with some pressure on timing and seating arrangements. The quality of products was very disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

Ronald

United Kingdom, November 2023

6.8/10

The hotel's location was convenient for us, being close to the zoo and a short ride to the city center. The rooms could accommodate up to 5 people but had some issues with light and temperature regulation. The service was friendly, though communication was a bit challenging.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious enough for our group of 5 but had issues with light and temperature due to the window design.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and left a positive impression, though there were difficulties in understanding some requests.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location worked well for us, being between the Highland Centre and the city center, with easy access to shops and restaurants.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs with a mix of continental and cooked options, but improvements could be made.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered basic facilities, and improvements in some areas could enhance the overall guest experience.

Ken

United States of America, October 2023

5.6/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but there were some cleanliness issues in hidden spots. The service was not the best, and the location was convenient for our needs. The dining options had their highs and lows, and the facilities were decent overall.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but found some used hankies and cotton buds in hidden spots.

Service

5.0

The service was not the greatest, and there was a situation with the manager and a guest during my stay.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was fine for our needs, close to the airport, though not ideal for pedestrians to access commercial areas.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had its highs and lows, ranging from low-quality products to some well-cooked dishes.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were in need of attention, with some areas showing signs of wear and tear and lacking certain amenities.

Convenient location for airport access

Service issues

Dave

United States of America, October 2023

6.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located for easy access to the city center and other amenities, but the rooms need renovation due to old facilities and lack of assistance with luggage. The staff is warm and friendly, and the nearby dining options add value to the stay.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are cozy but would benefit from renovations as they have old features and a hole in the ceiling above the bed. The narrow staircase can be challenging for guests with heavy luggage.

Service

8.0

The staff is warm, helpful, and friendly, making the stay pleasant overall.

Location

7.0

The location is convenient with easy access to the city center, although having a car would make it even more accessible. Close proximity to dining options adds to the overall experience.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were not fully available on-site, but nearby eateries offer good alternatives for guests.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities are available, but improvements in the room conditions would enhance the overall experience.

Convenient location

Room condition

Joanna

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the bathroom felt a bit cramped. On the bright side, it was easy to find parking outside. The service was fantastic, with staff going out of their way to help us. The location was convenient for our needs, although the parking situation was less than ideal. The dining was good, especially for my grandson, and the staff were very accommodating. Overall, a decent stay with some areas for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, though the bathroom was rather cramped.

Service

9.0

The service was brilliant and very helpful. The staff were friendly and accommodating.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient for us, but the parking on the main road was a bit of a hassle. However, there were plenty of fantastic restaurants in the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was brilliant and catered well for my grandson. The staff were nice and the food plentiful.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good and easy to connect. However, the hotel was in a particularly unlucky position.