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Cairn Hotel & Apartments (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Cairn Hotel & Apartments?

79%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 79% Kids-Friendly: Spacious 3- and 4-bedroom units let families sleep together; cots free on request; fully equipped kitchens help with meals; Princes Street Gardens playground and National Museum are within a short walk.

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Reviews4.1/ 5
(from 1,203 reviews)

Good match for:

  • Solo Explorers: A 4-minute walk to Edinburgh Playhouse and 8 minutes to Princes Street—perfect for independent sightseeing and theatre nights.
  • Theatregoers: Steps from the Playhouse for evening shows without late-night travel.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Guests with Mobility Impairments: No elevator on-site; upper floors accessible only by stairs.
  • Wellness Seekers: No gym, spa or pool available at this property.
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What is so special about Cairn Hotel & Apartments for with kids?

  1. Central Leith location within easy reach of Old Town theatres and shops
  2. Free Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception for flexible solo travel
  3. Cozy lounge/bar space ideal for unwinding or meeting fellow guests
  4. Affordable on-site continental breakfast
  5. Stair-only access—no elevator available

Transport & Nearby Access

Edinburgh Waverley Station: 920m (12 min walk)

Provides ScotRail and LNER services to Scotland’s top destinations.

Kids-Friendly Activities around Cairn Hotel & Apartments

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre: 300m (4 min walk)

Historic theatre hosting musicals, plays and live events.

Tip: Book tickets in advance for popular shows.

Calton Hill: 380m (5 min walk)

Panoramic city views from the summit monument.

Tip: Arrive at sunrise for fewer crowds and best light.

Princes Street: 1.2 km (15 min walk)

Major shopping street with gardens and skyline views.

Tip: Stroll at dusk to see the city lit up.

Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Cairn Hotel & Apartments:

Wi-Fi in public areas:

Complimentary high-speed internet in the lounge and lobby.

24-hour front desk:

Staff available around the clock for check-in, queries and security.

Hotel lounge/bar area:

Casual seating to relax or meet fellow travellers (drinks at own cost).

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Continental breakfast:

Weekday 7:00–10:00, weekend 7:30–10:30; £9.50 per person payable at the hotel.

Accessibility at Cairn Hotel & Apartments:

All floors reachable by stairs only; no elevator on-site.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Join a Free Walking Tour: Meet near Waverley Station around 11:00 for tip-based tours of Old Town.
  2. Catch a Show: Book a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse, just 4 minutes away, for evening entertainment.
  3. Lounge Chat: Head to the bar after 8:00 PM to mingle with solo travellers and locals.

Reviews of Cairn Hotel & Apartments

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Oct 2025

Stayed in cairns apartment, very nice rooms, incredibly clean. Tv in an awkward spot. Would definitely stay again. Unfortunately parking at the hotel is impossible, the front of the hotel is reserved for council workers, the other side is extortionate and only 4 hours.

Sean Callan

Sean Callan

Oct 2025

Cairn was the perfect hotel for our stay! The room was a bit small but had a spacious bathroom and big bed, plus, how long do you really spend in the room anyway? All services worked and the location was a short walk to city center! Helen was a gracious staff member and really helped us out when we needed it. Thanks again!

Shoshannah Rubin

Shoshannah Rubin

Sep 2025

Do not ruin your trip to Edinburgh by making the mistake of booking this hotel. Their plumbing stops functioning (toilets don’t flush, showers don’t produce water) if multiple guests shower simultaneously. Consequently, flushing your toilet and taking/finishing your shower is a problem most mornings and often in the evenings as well. The hotel lacks an elevator and the staff is unable to help br...

WeBra

WeBra

Aug 2025

Stay August 18-21, 2025 Room 203 - Ground floor First of all – would we book there again? Not really. Reception: Nice and very friendly. Room: Our room faced the street and was still very quiet at night. The double bed was very narrow by German standards. I often felt like I was going to fall out. There was a third bed in the room - we had booked a double room. The room was too small for three b...

Shweta Nandakumar

Shweta Nandakumar

Jul 2025

We booked a 3 bedroom apartment. The apartment is old and in need of updates. Our apartment did not have a dishwasher and the hotel charges extra if all the dishes are not washed, dried and put away manually. The bathroom fixtures felt old and rickety. The house has a washer but only a drying rack. The rooms do not have wall sockets placed conveniently, ours had one socket for the whole room that ...

Map of Cairn Hotel & Apartments

Address: 10-18 Windsor St, Edinburgh EH7 5JR, UK

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How to get to Cairn Hotel & Apartments:

From Edinburgh Airport, take the Airlink 100 bus to Edinburgh Waverley (approx. 30 mins), then walk 920m (12 mins) to Cairn Hotel.

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

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+44 131 557 0175

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