The Abbey Residence, Edinburgh ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

137 Drum Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH17 8RJ

Very good

7.5

/10

4.4

“The location offers great access to Edinburgh's attractions with friendly bus services.”view full review

The Abbey Residence is a 3-star Edinburgh hotel featuring clean rooms equipped with modern amenities. The property provides free WiFi and is located in a neighborhood with nearby dining options and transportation access.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Abbey Residence include a flat-screen TV, desk, and dining area. Each double room features a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower, and a hairdryer.

Dining Options

Nearby dining options are available within walking distance. Notable local restaurants offer a variety of cuisines for diverse tastes.

Local Area & Landmarks

The Abbey Residence is located 5 km from Arthur's Seat, 6 km from the National Museum of Scotland, and 7 km from Edinburgh Castle. Nearby parks include Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Local Nature Reserve and Straiton Pond Local Nature Reserve.

Transportation

The property is approximately 7 km from Edinburgh Waverley Station. Nearby bus stops include Moredun Dykes Road and Hyvots Park, both within an 8-minute walk.

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

King Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The Abbey Residence offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Heavenly Comfort

“The bed in the King Room was absolutely amazing! It reminded me of sleeping on a cloud, and I didn't want to get out of it. The soft towels added to the overall comfort, making my stay feel even more luxurious.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast, excellent and very varied. The fresh coffee came with was a great touch, and it fueled me up perfectly for the day ahead.” view full review

Spotlessly Clean

“The room was super clean with great attention to detail. I felt very comfortable and at home, made my stay extra special.” view full review

Neat & Tidy

“The bathroom was very clean and well-maintained. Even minor details were well taken care of, enhancing my overall experience in the room.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Room features

Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

The Abbey Residence Location

137 Drum Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH17 8RJ

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137 Drum Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH17 8RJ

City landmarks

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

1.6 mi

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

4.2 mi

Zoo

Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World

1.4 mi

Amusement Park

Ferniehill Community Park

2300 ft

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

3.1 mi

Landmark

Tron Kirk

4300 ft

Landmark

Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Local Nature Reserve

1.0 mi

Landmark

Dobbies Garden Centre

1.2 mi

Nature reserve

Straiton Pond Local Nature Reserve

1.4 mi

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

3.8 mi

Landmark

AOC Archaeology

1.6 mi

Landmark

Hunter's Hall Public Park

1.8 mi

Mall

Cameron Toll Shopping Centre

2.1 mi

Church

The Robin Chapel

1.9 mi

Castle

Mavisbank House

2.1 mi

Church

St David's RC Church

2.2 mi

Public Building

Midlothian House

2.3 mi

Landmark

Corn Exchange

2.4 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

3.8 mi

Museum

Dalkeith Museum

2.3 mi

Landmark

Springfield Mill

2.3 mi

Garden

Dr Neil's Garden

2.7 mi

Landmark

Dalhousie Castle Falconry

2.5 mi

Landmark

Secret Herb Garden

2.6 mi

Church

Duddingston Kirk

2.7 mi

Planetarium

Royal Observatory Edinburgh Visitor Centre

2.7 mi

Landmark

Newbattle Abbey

2.7 mi

Church

Rosslyn Chapel

3.6 mi

Nearby

Cave

Gilmerton Cove

1700 ft

Drum Park

1500 ft

Restaurants

Ruby Murray

1400 ft

41 Drum Street

Getting around

City Centre

Edinburgh10 min · 4.0 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI)34 min · 13.9 mi

Glasgow (GLA)142 min · 58.8 mi

Train

Newcraighall Train Station6 min · 2.4 mi

Brunstane Train Station7 min · 2.8 mi

Bus

Bus stop11 min · 3000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

until 11 am

Breakfast

The hotel The Abbey Residence serves a full breakfast for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Abbey Residence from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 183 verified reviews

7.1/10

Very good

63%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Comfort

7.8/10

Facilities

7.2/10

Location

7.9/10

Paid Wi-Fi

9.1/10

Staff

9.0/10

Value for money

7.6/10

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