Hotel Information: Guests enter the building from a quiet street, into a small reception area with vibrant decor in deep blues and reds. The walls are adorned with original abstract artworks, and there is a concierge desk. Beyond the reception is a seating area with video and DVD library and a range of books and local guides.

Amenity highlights: A selection of videos and DVDs, including kids’ movies are available for guests to rent from reception.

Insider tip: The Stac Polly restaurant, named after a mountain in the north-west Highlands, lies 50 metres away on Grindlay Street. It serves a range of dishes, made using local ingredients, with the emphasis on modern Scottish dishes; tartan seating lends to the Scottish ambience.

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Special Check-in Instructions

The Knight Residence’s front desk is open daily from 7 AM to 11 PM. Guests wishing to check in after 11 PM must contact the property directly prior to arrival on the following telephone number: +44 (0) 131 622 8120.

Rooms

The Knight Residence, Edinburgh, has 29 one- and two-bedroom apartments spread over six floors. All have bright, modern decor in rust, green or blue colour schemes with original artworks on the walls. The lounge areas include sofas and armchairs, dining areas, plasma-screen TVs with satellite channels, and VCR/DVD players. Fully-equipped kitchens come with breakfast packs on arrival, while tea and coffee are replenished daily. Tiled bathrooms have mosaic floors, shower/tub combinations, heated towel rails and mirrors, and Arran Aromatics toiletries.

Room Amenities

• Internet access - wireless
• Internet access - high speed
• Cable/satellite TV
• VCR
• CD player
• Hypo-allergenic bedding available
• Separate sitting area
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Internet access - complimentary
• Voice mail
• Direct-dial phone
• Microwave
• Cookware/dishes/utensils
• Kitchen
• Refrigerator
• Coffee/tea maker
• Wake-up calls

• Housekeeping
• Private bathroom
• Designer toiletries
• Bathrobes
• Hair dryer
• Extra towels/bedding
• Makeup mirror
• Sewing kit
• Shower/tub combination
• Window opens
• Welcome amenities
• DVD player
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe
• Non-smoking rooms
• Desk
• Sofa bed
• Cribs (infant beds) available

Recreation

Guests have access to the Esporta fitness centre 250 metres away, at the discounted price of £5 for a day pass. The pass permits entry to the pool and gym, while beauty and hair services are available for a surcharge.

Arthur's Seat, three miles from The Knight Residence, offers many different walks with views over Edinburgh Castle and the old town and, on clear days, to the Ochil Hills and the Firth of Forth. There are over 20 golf courses in and around the city.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

• Golf - driving range nearby
• Golfing nearby
• Swimming nearby

• Running track/path nearby
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Playground nearby

Property Amenities

The Knight Residence's guests can use complimentary wireless Internet throughout the hotel to plan a day’s sightseeing, while the concierge can provide further information on local attractions.

Complimentary secure parking is provided in the car park behind The Knight Residence.

• Concierge desk
• Parking (free)
• Computer rental
• Number of rooms: 29
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Currency exchange
• Dry cleaning service
• Library

• Number of floors: 6
• Elevator/lift
• Smoke-free property
• Internet access in public areas - complimentary
• Parking (secure)
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Suitable for children
• Umbrella

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 2:30 PM - 10.30 PM
• Check-out time is 11 AM

National Rating

Visit Scotland 5 Star Serviced Apartments, AA 5 Diamond Guest Accommodation

The national rating is awarded by the appropriate national/regional authority. For further information, please contact your local branch of the relevant tourist board.

Dining

The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.

Nearby restaurants:
Stac Polly
The Witchery
Thai Lemongrass

Address

12 Lauriston Street

Edinburgh, Midlothian EH3 9DJ

United Kingdom

Nearest major airport:

Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (EDI)

Area:

Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom