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About the Hotel

108 St Johns Road, Edinburgh, EH12 8AX

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“The Torfin is ideally situated for easy access to Edinburgh's attractions.”view full review

Offering a barber shop and a restaurant, the smoke-free The Torfin Hotel Edinburgh lies in the Elsene / Ixelles district, 2.9 km from the overgrown walled Cammo Estate Garden and merely a 14-minute walk from the 82-acre non-profit Edinburgh Zoo. Located steps away from St ninians, this 4-star hotel offers a lounge bar, a shared lounge, a golf course, and a hair salon.

Location

The comfortable hotel has a prime setting 2.6 km from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium. The Torfin is also within a 10-minute drive of such natural sights as Gorgie City Farm.

The nearby cultural experience includes the combined National Museum of Scotland, which is 6 km away.

This accommodation is within 5 minutes' walk of Glebe Road bus stop and 10 minutes by car from Edinburgh Waverley train station in Edinburgh.

Rooms

An iron with ironing board, along with coffee and tea makers, provide in-room convenience at the Torfin Edinburgh. There is also a private bathroom. Bathrooms are equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as a hair dryer and shower caps.

Eat & Drink

This hotel features an American-style restaurant, offering American cuisine. Guests can dine at the restaurant Domino's Pizza, which is 50 metres away.

Select your room type

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

Deluxe King Room

2 persons

14 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Heating

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Double Room Shower

2 persons

11 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Heating

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

Fantastic Pub Experience

“I went straight to the Torfin after a long, tiring international flight and enjoyed a first-rate lunch in the restaurant. The food was delivered quickly and was hot, with my burger and chips being particularly tasty. It's good value, and I've been there multiple times, enjoying it each time!” read full review

Lovely Room Decor

“The room I stayed in was beautifully decorated, with lots of nice touches throughout. Even though it was small, it was spotlessly clean and had a very comfortable king bed. I felt right at home during my stay.” read full review

Amazing Shower Experience

“The shower in my room was very nice! It provided a refreshing start to my day, and the bathroom itself was clean and equipped with everything I needed. It really added to the comfort of my stay.” read full review

Comfy & Cozy Atmosphere

“Despite being on a main road, my room faced away from the pub and was surprisingly quiet. I appreciated the private entrance separate from the bar, which made coming and going very convenient. The ambiance made for a great and relaxing stay.” read full review

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Pets allowed
Barber shop

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Services

Pet amenities available
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Room features

Heating
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

The Torfin Location

108 St Johns Road, Edinburgh, EH12 8AX

Getting around

City Centre
Edinburgh 9 min · 3.7 mi
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 11 min · 4.2 mi
Glasgow (GLA) 126 min · 52.0 mi
Train
South Gyle Railway Station 16 min · 4300 ft
Edinburgh Park Railway Station 29 min · 1.5 mi
Bus
Bus stop 4 min · 1000 ft