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Cairn Hotel & Apartments (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Cairn Hotel & Apartments?

81%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 81% Solo-Friendly: The 24-hour front desk, CCTV security, free Wi-Fi, and 10-minute walk to Waverley Station and Calton Hill make it convenient and safe for solo sightseeing and late returns.

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

Good match for:

  • Urban Explorers: Walking distance to Old Town landmarks like Calton Hill, Princes Street, and the Royal Mile.
  • Independent Travelers: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and tour desk assistance for hassle-free planning.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Spa and Pool Seekers: No on-site pool or spa facilities available.
  • Mobility-restricted travelers: No elevator; upper-floor rooms accessible only by stairs.
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What is so special about Cairn Hotel & Apartments for solo trip?

  1. Steps from Edinburgh Playhouse, Calton Hill, and Princes Street.
  2. Complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk.
  3. Tour and ticket assistance available on-site.
  4. Continental breakfast and bar service for a fee.
  5. £250 credit card deposit required at check-in.

Transport & Nearby Access

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station: 920m (11 min walk)

Main station – connect to ScotRail services across Scotland.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Cairn Hotel & Apartments

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre: 300m (4 min walk)

Historic theatre hosting West End and touring shows.

Tip: Check the show schedule online and book tickets in advance.

Calton Hill: 380m (5 min walk)

Scenic hill with panoramic city views and monuments.

Tip: Climb at sunrise for quieter paths and soft morning light.

Princes Street: 600m (8 min walk)

Major shopping street overlooking the gardens.

Tip: Visit at dusk to see the city illuminated.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Cairn Hotel & Apartments:

Free Wi-Fi in public areas:

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the hotel public spaces.

24-hour front desk service:

Reception open around the clock for check-in, check-out, and assistance.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Continental breakfast:

Served weekdays 7:00–10:00 and weekends 7:30–10:30 for £9.50 per person.

Bar and café:

Enjoy drinks and light snacks for an additional fee.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Prepare for deposit: Have a credit card ready for the £250 deposit held at check-in and refunded within 7 days.
  2. Notify late arrival: Contact the hotel before 01:30 if you plan to arrive after that time to ensure access.
  3. Use tour assistance: Ask the reception for tour and ticket assistance to book local attractions and skip lines.

Reviews of Cairn Hotel & Apartments

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SI

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:

Take the Airlink 100 express bus from Edinburgh Airport to Waverley Station (approx. 30 mins), then walk 11 mins (920m) to Cairn Hotel & Apartments.

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Check-in & Check-out

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

Website

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Phone Number

+44 131 557 0175

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