This popular city hotel is located in the centre of Edinburgh, on the Royal Mile. Countless shopping venues, bars, restaurants and nightclubs are to be found in the vicinity. The sightseeing attraction of Holyrood Palace is only 200 m away from the hotel. Links to the public transport network also lie within walking distance. Transfer to the airport takes about 25 minutes (15km).
Built in 1923 as a grand bank building, the hotel was extensively renovated with many original features lovingly restored in 1998, and has also undergone a large refurbishment programme in February 2008. It comprises 3 floors with a total of 9 rooms. Guests may make use of the foyer with 24-hour reception desk and The Bank bar, that offers a wide range of drinks and an extensive daily food menu in a cool relaxed atmosphere, making it very popular with tourists, local residents and hotel guests alike.
Check in at 2 pm and check out til 11am.
General Information: Built as a bank in 1923, this hotels neo-classical faade is an imposing landmark on Edinburghs famous Royal Mile. With dark, traditional furnishings, each of the nine guestrooms is themed around a famous Scot. Guests can enjoy an array of amenities including 24 hour front desk, bar and breakfast service.Location: The hotel is located in the city center, approximately eight miles from the airport.Area Details:After a long day of business or vacationing in the area, be sure to feed your appetite at one of the local fine restaurants. Close to area attractions. Museum of Scotland .25 mile, Edinburgh Castle .15 mile, Greyfriars Kirk .25 mile, Princes Street .15 mile, Holyrood Palace .75 miles and Royal Mile 0 Miles. Recreation:Guests can enjoy a pint and a hearty bar meal while watching the big match in the oak-paneled bar, Logie Bairds Bar, which designs bar meals using local produce and is served in a lively atmosphere, which shows live sporting events via satellite television.Rooms: This hotel features nine guestrooms, all of which include complimentary toiletries, newspapers and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms are located over 3 floors and the hotel does not have a lift.Policies:** Please note all bedrooms and public area of hotel are non-smoking.**
The Bank Hotel occupies the prime location in Edinburgh city centre, located at the centre of the Royal mile and only two minutes walk from Princes Street all the history and culture of Edinburgh is quite literally on your doorstep. Built in 1923 as a grand bank building, the building was extensively renovated with many original features lovingly restored in 1998 to create The Bank Hotel and has recently undergone a large refurbishment programme in February 2008. The Bank Hotel comprises nine bedrooms of a 3* standard, each one individually created to reflect the work and lives of a famous Scot. Arranged over the top three floors and accessed via the original staircase, all rooms benefit from LCD panel TV's, en-suite bathrooms and Tea & Coffee making facilities as well as views of the world famous Royal Mile below and creature comforts such as luxury bathrobes. In the morning a full Scottish and continental style breakfast selection is served by our helpful staff in the mezzanine level of the Bank Bar, with views onto The Royal Mile. The Bank Bar, timeless in design with glorious wood panelling and a cool relaxed atmosphere and offers a wide range of drinks and an extensive daily food menu. Showing sporting fixtures on a regular basis and having an outdoor seating area on The Royal Mile ensures that the The Bank Bar remains popular with tourists, local residents and hotel guests alike. Transport links to the hotel are superb, Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is only two minutes walk away, Edinburgh Airport is a mere 6.5 miles and a multitude of bus services run frequently to many locations from this city centre hub. Closest AttractionsRoyal Mile(0.0 miles),National Galleries(0.5 miles),Edinburgh Castle(0.4 miles),Princes Street(0.2 miles),Greyfriars Kirk(0.3 miles),Holyrood Palace(0.6 miles)
Hotel is non smoking.
The Bank Hotel is located right on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, where it offers guests unique accommodation in the city center, with exceptional customer service. Built as a bank in 1923, it has been converted into a hotel and was tastefully refurbished in 1998. The hotel's imposing facade remains an unquestionably impressive landmark in Scotland's capital city. This is a great choice when staying in this historic city.
When it comes to the hotel's accommodations, guests will find everything they want and need. With classically appointed guest rooms that are well stocked with the modern amenities travelers expect today, the hotel goes a long way to make sure everyone enjoys their stay. The decor in the comfortable well appointed rooms is based on famous Scots. Adding to the overall pleasure of a stay here is the attentive and professional staff. The Bank Hotel is close to area dining, entertainment and shopping venues.
Rates shown are per room per night.
