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Everything you need in Edinburgh.

The Best Western Braid Hills Hotel is a wonderful place to stay in Edinburgh, which enjoys a delightful, elevated vantage point overlooking the city. Just 2.5 miles from the city centre itself, you'll be in the enviable position of having its many attractions nearby, whilst being away from all the hustle and bustle.

This traditional Edinburgh hotel also has ample free parking and sits on a main bus route to the city centre. In addition to the breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and the Firth of Forth, you'll be within easy reach of the city's other beauty spots. Just a short trip away, you can find iconic attractions like Holyrood Palace and the Royal Yacht Britannia. You'll also be able to take in Princes Street Gardens, top class museums and plenty of shops at the heart of Edinburgh.

It's also a city where there is always a festival happening and not just the world-renowned comedy festival in late summer. This is just one of the reasons why Edinburgh is the cultural jewel in Scotland's crown.

The capital is a great place to explore other parts of Scotland, with its excellent road and rail links. From the hilltop position of the Best Western Braid Hills Hotel, you can see all it has to offer.
Please note: Hotel ground floor rooms are only accessible by stairs.

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Location

134 Braid Road
 Edinburgh
Lothian
EH10 6JD
Scotland
For enquiries or to make a reservation please call 0844 387 6085*
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Summary

Bars, Free WIFI, Golf Nearby, Restaurants, Twenty Four Hour Service, No Lift
Free internet available throughout the hotel
There is free parking available onsite.
 There is parking available nearby.
Pets: No Pets accepted Guide and hearing dogs only
Check-in & Check-out
15:00 | 11:00

Facilities

Dining and Bars

A fantastic place to eat in Edinburgh, the scenic dining facilities at Best Western Braid Hills Hotel have even been immortalised in literature.

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1886

Our formal dining option is open from 6pm each evening. 1886 restaurant is a spacious, modern dining room, flooded with natural daylight and enjoying panoramic views across Edinburgh to the Firth of Forth and beyond.

Seasonality is the driving force within our restaurant menu. All our key ingredients are well-sourced from reputable local suppliers. Provenance is important to us and we aim to showcase great Scottish produce throughout our food offering. Our team of chefs are dedicated to producing well-balanced, simple food with great flavour. Presenting amazing dishes with a keen eye for detail and flair is our passion.

Our 1886 menu changes regularly throughout the year to reflect the very best Scotland has to offer. If you would like a confirmed menu for your visit please contact a member of our team who can advise.

Opening hours

Breakfast: 07:00 - 10:00
Lunch: 12:00 - 14:00
Dinner: 18:30 - 21:30
Weekend times may vary
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Edinburgh Bar

The Edinburgh bar and lounge, located in the main hotel is a comfortable area to relax in throughout the day. It retains many period features - including oversized chandelier and detailed cornicing which are complemented by modern LED coloured lighting.

Welcoming residents and non-residents since the hotel opened its doors in 1886, the Edinburgh bar and lounge offers a comfortable place to meet with friends and family. The hotel and bar have been immortalised in Muriel Sparks novel, The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and we believe the windows described in the novel are in our Edinburgh bar and lounge.

The bar is open from 9am daily serving coffees and morning snacks and later it becomes the perfect place to enjoy afternoon tea in Edinburgh. From 11am - 9.30pm daily you can enjoy popular bar meals and snacks, such as battered North Atlantic haddock and chips or one of our most popular options, braised Scottish steak pie - an old Scottish faithful. We also offer a carefully selected range of wines by the glass and extensive malt selection.

Opening hours

11:00-23:00
Weekend times may vary

Golf

Braid Hills

Course information

Course Type: Hill Terraine
Location: Off Site
Holes: 18
Par: 71
Distance: 5858 Yards
No handicap required

Location

0.5 miles away in Edinburgh

Prices

9 holes £11.00
18 holes £20.00
Trolley hire £3.50
Club hire £18.00

Mortonhall Golf Course

Only short distance away, the Mortonhall Golf Course is the oldest course in the city, with spectacular views across Edinburgh, the Firth of Forth and the Pentland Hills.

The 6278-yard parkland course has 18 holes with a par of 72.

Course information

Course Type: Parkland
Location: Off Site
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Distance: 6278 Yards
Handicap required

Location

0.5 miles away in Edinburgh

Facilities

Practice ground golf facilities
 Putting green golf facilites
 Pro shop golf facilities

Prices

9 holes Yes
18 holes £45.00
Trolley hire £3.00
Club hire £15.00
Buggy hire £20.00
Tuition Yes

Weddings

The Best Western Braid Hills Hotel is a premier wedding venue in Edinburgh that offers a wide variety of wedding packages. The hotel is an outstanding setting for your wedding day celebrations, with experienced staff on hand to ensure you enjoy the day you always dreamed about.

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Wedding service and reception venue

You can hold your ceremony within our hotel, whether its a civil or religious service. We have a selection of suites, with our biggest, the Braid suite, able to accommodate up to 130 guests for a ceremony or wedding breakfast. Our smaller suites are suitable for between 15 and 80 guests. If you choose our Buckstone suite, you can host your wedding in your own exclusive pub. The suite can fit up to 80 guests for an evening reception.

Catering

Our wide menu selection allows you to choose the perfect dish for your guests on your big day. We offer a variety of wedding breakfast and evening dinner and buffet packages to suit your needs. Most of our wedding packages cover everything you need for your special day - from arrival drinks and the ceremony through to the evening meal. You'll be invited to taste your chosen menu prior to the big day to ensure youre completely happy with it.

Honeymoon Suite

After a busy big day, you'll have the chance to reflect on the celebrations from the comfort of our bridal suite. With amazing views across Edinburgh, the suite is free to the happy couple, compliments of The Best Western Braid Hills Hotel. We want your special day to be perfect from beginning to end. What better way to begin your new life as a married couple than to wake up in such beautiful surroundings?

Registrar

Registry office:
The City of Edunburgh Council
59/63 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1RN
0131 529 2600



Get in touch with our Duty Manager.

For any enquiries please call Duty Manager on 0131 4478888

Location and Attractions

Getting there.

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Nearest motorway: M8, J1, 3.00 miles
 Nearest train station: Waverley/Haymarket, 3.00 miles
Nearest airport: Edinburgh, 7.00 miles
 Free parking on site (40 spaces)
 On site disabled parking (1 spaces)

Address
134 Braid Road
Edinburgh
Lothian
EH10 6JD
Scotland

What's nearby?

Sports

  • Murrayfield International Rugby Stadium (2 miles)

  • Heart of Midlothian FC (2 miles)

  • Hibernian FC (2 miles)

Cities & Attractions

  • Edinburgh Castle (2.5 miles)

  • National Galleries of Scotland (2.5 miles)

  • Royal Yacht Britannia (4 miles)

  • Museums and Theatres (2.5 miles)

  • Holyrood Palace (3 miles)

Shopping

  • Princes Street and Multrees Walk (3.3 miles)

  • The Gyle Shopping Centre (4.2 miles)

  • Ocean Terminal (4.7 miles)

Meetings, Conferences and Events

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With its traditional character and easy access to excellent leisure facilities, the Best Western Braid Hills Hotel makes for a fantastic conference venue in Edinburgh.

Venue
Built in 1886, the hotel truly is an Edinburgh landmark. Character and features are proudly displayed throughout the Victorian building - seen in the distinctive corner towers, stained glass windows and original ceiling cornicing. With beautiful gardens, free parking and panoramic views of Edinburgh, we are still minutes from the bustling city centre and just off the city bypass.

Our event suites have been fully refurbished and offer a distinctive character to choose from. Each has been individually designed and provides all the required amenities that make them perfect for a meeting, celebration or event. Our experienced events team are on hand from your initial enquiry through to the planning and design of your event. They will suggest ideas and packages personally tailored to you. If you're organising a function, we would love to hear from you.

Available room set ups

Banquet
Boardroom
Classroom
Theatre
U shape



Room Theatre Classroom U-Shape Boardroom Banquet
The Regent Suite 40 12 16 20 18
The Library 20 8 13 16 14
The Braid Suite 100 50 38 42 140
Have an enquiry?
Contact events on 0845 620 0506

Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: Rating: Based on 1046 traveller reviews
Rating: 5 408
Rating: 4 410
Rating: 3 136
Rating: 2 64
Rating: 1 28
Rating

Fantastic Peaceful Hotel

15/08/2017 Annie_H_ID,

I was able to stay in this magical old hotel for one night on my Holiday to Edinburgh earlier this month. It is a huge old building with beautiful grounds and wonderful views! I was impressed by the a... more

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Funeral tea

13/08/2017 Graeme S, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

I don't suppose funeral teas are ever fantastic. This one was fair. The hotel has a cheap finish despite its potential. But it's very much in line with Best Western standards. For me, that means Best ... more

Owner Response
BraidHillsGM, General Manager at Best Western Edinburgh South Braid Hills Hotel, responded to this review
Dear Graeme S I would like to thank you for your review of the hotel, as you have not included the date of the Funeral Event you attended I am unable to check the menu for that event however we do offer a range of catering options for all event enquiries and would have served the items on the day chosen by the family. The hotel has recently completed an extensive refurbishment of our Edinburgh Bar & Lounge, 1886 Restaurant, Braid Suite and all 71 bedrooms. We often receive excellent feedback from guests with regards to our refurbishment. Please accept my apologies if you found the décor to be unsatisfactory. Kind Regards Andrea Paton, General Manager
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Wonderful hotel, best situated

13/08/2017 mariannehK4823MG,

It was our second stay in this comfortable hotel. This time we stayed together with family. The staff was extremely polite and tried to help in many situations. The hotel has best connection to the ci... more

Owner Response
BraidHillsGM, General Manager at Best Western Edinburgh South Braid Hills Hotel, responded to this review
Dear mariannehK4823MG Thank you for your fantastic review of your recent stay with us and continued loyalty to our business. I am delighted that we exceeded your expectations, and I will make sure that your comments are conveyed to all staff members. My team and I hope to welcome you again soon! Kind Regards Andrea Paton, General Manager
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T M Shropshire

10/08/2017 trevormT6686EL,

The Hotel has wonderful views over the city, the rooms are very clean and well maintained. The staff are very polite and helpful. The 1886 restaurant has veried menu and the food is very good, the sta... more

Owner Response
BraidHillsGM, General Manager at Best Western Edinburgh South Braid Hills Hotel, responded to this review
Dear trevormT6686EL Thank you for the 5* review of our hotel! I am delighted that you enjoyed the views across Edinburgh skyline, we are very lucky to be in such a beautiful location whilst still being close to the city centre. I am also pleased that you found the bedrooms to be clean and well maintained and that you enjoyed the food in our 1886 Restaurant. I will make sure that your lovely comments are conveyed to all staff members. I am thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and am looking forward to welcoming you once again to our hotel. Kind Regards Andrea Paton, General Manager
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We stayed for 2 nights

09/08/2017 berbelucha, Przemysl, Poland

We spontaneously decided we want to see how the Scotland look like, I've booked the hotel the same day as the arrival date. The staff was very very nice and helpful, the price was fine. Room service- ... more

Owner Response
BraidHillsGM, General Manager at Best Western Edinburgh South Braid Hills Hotel, responded to this review
Dear Berbelucha Thank you for your 5* review! I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the hotel, you found the staff to be very nice and helpful, you enjoyed the 1886 Restaurant, Edinburgh Bar, and room service! I hope that you choose to return to Scotland, my team and I look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind Regards Andrea Paton, General Manager