Mercure Point Hotel, Edinburgh

34 Bread Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AF
3 star

Recently awarded Edinburgh Hotel of the Year 2008 by Hotel Review – Scotland, this stylish and contemporary design hotel is conveniently located in the heart of...

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  • 10/10 Leonard (Mature couple) 

    from Tucson , US on  July 18, 2008

    "Excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" (108099671)

    Excellent location and friendliness of staff

  • 10/10 Catherine (Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Tokyo , JP on  January 6, 2008

    "The room was stylish and the staff were very helpful, especially the staff at reception. Having had a bad experience with a cancelled flight and a lost suitcase before I reached the hotel, I realized how comforted one can feel being met by sympathetic and pleasant hotel staff." (97755153)

    The design of the room, the helpfulness of staff.

    Nothing

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Family with older children) 

    on  January 3, 2008

    It was alright

    The room was very noisy on the first floor and very noisy. There was only soap and not any other toiletries

  • 9/10 Elizabeth (Group of adult friends) 

    from Nottingham , GB on  November 21, 2007

    Good location. Clean. Friendly staff.

  • 10/10 Deborah (Mature couple) 

    from Southampton , GB on  October 30, 2007

    Best breakfast ever.Clean unusual roon.Lovely friendly staff

  • 10/10 Frederick (Mature couple) 

    from Naxxar , MT on  July 26, 2007

    "VERY NOTICABLE DECOR WITH MODERN MINIMALIST TOUCHES OVERALL. WELL DONE TO THE INTERIOR DESIGNERS. VERY HELPFUL YOUNG STAFF ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP. COMFORTABLE AND GOOD SIZED ROOM. WHAT DOES ONE WANT MORE AT THIS PRICE BRACKET. WELL DONE GUYS...KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. ON A LESS POSITIVE NOTE...NOT SURE BUT HOTEL DOES NOT OFFER INTERNET CAFE IF I RECALL CORRECTLY (ALTHOUGH I WAS DIRECTED TO A CLOSE BY LOCATION BUT ITS BETTER IF THE HOTEL COULD DO THIS) ADMITTEDLY INTERNET CONNECTION IS AVAILABLE IN THE ROOM WE HAD BUT ONLY TO THOSE CARRYING THEIR LAPTOPS. PEOPLE WOULD NEED TO READ THEIR E-MAILS AND DO SOME LIGHT SURFING WHEN ON HOLIDAY AS WELL....OOPS SORRY FOR THE ALL UPPER CASE REMARKS" (97722154)

    THE PHYSICAL LOCATION IS AN ASSET AS IT LENDS ITSELF TO BE CLOSE (WALKING DISTANCE) TO THE OLD PART OF THE TOWN AS WELL TO EATING PLACES AND SHOPPING (INCLUDING PRINCESS STREET)

  • 9/10 Michael (Solo business traveller) 

    from Manchester , GB on  July 13, 2007

    "This hotel is refreshingly modern with good old fashioned friendly service. The food is excellent, choice of wine good and rooms very comfortable." (97247566)

    The staff were attentive and friendly

    Nothing really, perhaps could do with a trouser press. Maybe free Internet access.

  • 8/10 Stephen (Mature couple) 

    from Norwich , GB on  July 13, 2007

    "Ours was a last minute booking so we were pleased to find somewhere. On arriving at the hotel we were surprised to have got somewhere so nice. It's location is very convenient. A short walk to most places of interest. The staff were very helpful. The buffet breakfast (extra cost) was extremely comprehensive and if you book it the night before, you get discount. There is a convenient NCP carpark, manned 24 hrs, and as a hotel customer you get 20% discount by getting your ticket coded at the reception. The pub opposite is quite good too! We would definitely stay there again" (97250271)

    Good location. Cheerful colourscheme and lighting. Helpful staff and fantastic breakfast.

    The place needs a bit of a makeover. The paintwork is a bit shabby

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  June 28, 2007

    "Great location, 5 mins from main shopping street and pubs" (99041095)

    Very Modern comfortable rooms

    n/a

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Solo business traveller) 

    on  June 24, 2007

    "The hotel was disappointing, I was under the impression it was an attractive boutique style hotel. My room, although clean and acceptable, had no natural light and just looked somewhat shabby round the edges. The floor I stayed on (1st) was like a prison corridor lit with neon lights, pretty depressing. Maybe other rooms/floors were better, mine definitely not." (99638094)

    Proximity to conference centre

    Wide selection of lap dancing clubs etc in an area apparently known locally as the pubic triangle. My room had no natural light as it was long and corridor-like with a window facing another wall.

  • 5/10 Sheila (Young couple) 

    from Los angeles , US on  June 23, 2007

    Bed was a nice size

    The girl at check in was slightly rude. I had to pre-authorize my card for 40 GPB over what my rate was, which didn't make any sense and she wasn't helpful in clarifying. The blond woman at the front desk, however, was fantastic.

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  June 14, 2007

    Stylish hotel with modern interior design and lighting

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  June 12, 2007

    "This hotel is absolute great value. Location was good just a few minutes walk from Edinburgh Castle and also quite close to shops. Great view from the room we were in as it was overlooking the castle. Staff were excellent, always so helpful and friendly. Rooms were very nice had everything that you needed, very clean and comfortable. The hotel bar was very relaxing and the food was perfect, however the breakfast was quite expensive and we avoided it because of that. I would definately recommend this hotel for anyone and it seems to suit people of all ages. One thing I was not happy with was that I checked in quite late and ended up staying in a twin room instead of as double. However we were allowed move to a double the next day and the staff checked us into a double that was on the same floor. I would give the hotel 9 and a half out of ten and I would definately go the the Point if I was in Edinburgh again." (99436196)

    Staff were very helpful and friendly,10 out of ten for staff. Rooms were very nice, clean and comfortable. View was excellent overlooking the castle. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious. The bar had a nice relaxing atmosphere. Good location and felt the price was very reasonable.

    We checked in quite late therefore we ended up getting a twin room instead of a double, however we were allowed change to a double the next day and staff moved us next door which was great. Shower was difficult to use and very powerful. lights did not seem to work in our first room we were in just could use dim lights. Breakfast food expensive

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Same sex couple) 

    on  June 9, 2007

    "Good value." (99869246)

    Location and decor.

    Too big, bit impersonal.

  • 7/10 Nichola (Young couple) 

    from Newcastle , GB on  May 31, 2007

    "Hotel was in a great location, and our room had a good view of the castle. Staff were efficient and friendly, although I nearly got charged twice for breakfast. Room was clean and comfortable, although the bathroom was basic, and you could not really avoid getting hit with very cold water when you turned on the shower due to the position of the taps! The bar is nice and has a wide range of drinks and cocktails." (99687773)

    Location, Nice Bar, good comfy bed and bed linen. Great views

    Bathroom, taps, basins,floor were not very nice and felt that the bathroom would fit better in a basic B+B, not a hotel

  • 9/10 Daniel (Other) 

    from Leeds , GB on  May 24, 2007

    Very smart and modern. This has a lot of appeal to me and I'll be considering you if I come back to Edinburgh because of this. Also your staff were very good, and I loved the bed, couch and TV in my room.

    No iron in the room (very strange), and my mother thought the meat in the casserol was a little tough, but your excellent staff accomodated her as best they could (thank you).

  • 9/10 Nicola (Young couple) 

    from Sedgefield , GB on  May 13, 2007

    "Overall we enjoyed our stay at the Point. It was a a little bit out the way so wouldn't be suitable for people with walking difficulties. But i wasn't miles away from the hussle and bussle of Edinburgh. It's about a 5 minute taxi ride from Waverly train station which costs around £5. The hotel itself is lovely and the staff are very friendly. The double room we stayed in was very spacious with everthing we could have needed. I would definately stay here again." (99161589)

    The hotel is very modern and the rooms are spacious and well laid out. The hotel bar was nice with a wide selection of drinks.

    The shower was in need of a repair but that's all i can think of to fault it on!

  • 9/10 Francis a (Mature couple) 

    from Tyne and wear , GB on  May 10, 2007

    "Short walk from Princess Street Staff Very Friendly and Helpful Essential Bag Storage Facilities if needed before check in/after check out. Hotel an Award Winner for Cuisine Funky and Contemporary Boutique style Good Hotel Bar Excellent Breakfasts Alternative Pubs/Restaurants nearby Enjoyed our stay and will be back!" (99705077)

    Very Contemporary, Clean and Comfortable...

  • 10/10 Chris (Group of adult friends) 

    from Horsham , United Kingdom;GB on  May 2, 2007

    "bIGGEST PROBLEM IS BOOKING ON LINE WITH HOTEL DIRECT, GREAT RECPETION AND BAR STAFF" (99667280)

    LARGE AIREY ROOM, VERY SOFT BED

    bREAFAST HOT BUFFET, NO FRIED EGG, MORE SCOTTISH ITEMS

  • 8/10 Anonymous (Group of work colleagues) 

    on  April 25, 2007

    being near to city center

    problem of reservation without credit cards

  • 9/10 Elaine (Other) 

    from Leven , United Kingdom;GB on  April 9, 2007

    Cleanliness.

  • 10/10 Ann (Solo business traveller) 

    from Elwood , Australia;AU on  April 3, 2007

    "excellent stay top location and superb facilities" (99717929)

    relaxing, comfortable

  • 9/10 Lilianne (Mature couple) 

    from Welland , Canada;CA on  March 21, 2007

    "I would recommend this hotel to others. The entire staff from the cleaning people to the hotel manager were very friendly and helpful and made our stay very comfortable." (99916058)

    The staff was very courteous and helpful. The room was very clean. The food was very good. The restaurant staff was excellent.

    There were no facecloths to use. The shower curtain was too light and clung to you when you had a shower.

  • 10/10 Linda (Young couple) 

    from Bromma , Sweden;SE on  March 20, 2007

    "very good experinese." (99912647)

    The place was central with beautiful view over the Edingbrgh castle. Clean, modern and very sevice minded staff.

    the breakfast was not included and it was expensvie to have breakfast at the hotel. Though the berakfast was excellent.

  • 8/10 Robert (Solo business traveller) 

    from Hartlepool , United Kingdom;GB on  March 19, 2007

    "Lovely hotel that I would stay at again as said previous would have been nice to be told about work going on in hotel when booking and earlier breakfast would have been nice. However on a leisure stay this would not have been a problem." (99867782)

    excellent views of the castle from bedroom window

    WOuld have been nice to be told that work was going on in the hotel although this did not disturb my stay. Also breakfast at 7 earlier would be nice especially as I had to leave earlier than that

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  March 16, 2007

    "I thought the room was over-priced given that it did not include breakfast or complimentary biscuits or fruit bowl etc. I do believe that the price was for the city centre location and the helpful staff only (who were very nice)" (99301642)

    Bag storage was extremely helpful as I arrived early and needed to get to the rugby game before 1.30pm. The hotel being so close to the castle was stunning. Helpful staff.

    I thought the bathroom (given the size of the bedroom and the entrance) was extreemly small. The bathroom itself was very uninspiring and had no luxury bath lotions etc. I thought the lighting seemed a bit gimmicky and almost felt like a rather posh Halls of Residence.

  • 9/10 Karen (Young couple) 

    from Kilmacolm , United Kingdom;GB on  March 7, 2007

    "central location, well priced, helpful and friendly staff, clean rooms. no hotel parking available, but 20% discount available for near by secure NCP carpark." (99229375)

    central location, well priced, helpful and friendly staff, clean rooms.

    no hotel parking available, but 20% discount available for near by secure NCP carpark.

  • 9/10 Clare (Young couple) 

    from Slough , United Kingdom;GB on  March 7, 2007

    "Breakfast wasn't included in our room rate, so I can't comment on that. Overall a really comfortable, pleasant stay. The rooms were clean, tidy and just enough to base ourselves out of, but then we didn't spend a large amount of time in there. They were also incredibly quiet for a hotel, with minimal noise from the corridor. The location, just at the bottom of castle hill, was perfect. There were no issues with cleanliness, as some other reviews have suggested. The bright yellow door colours in the corridors are posssibly the only issue!" (99598262)

    The rooms are simply designed, with no clutter, but are comfortable and feel welcoming. The king-size bed was really comfy, and the shower was incredibly powerful!

    The rooms are very long and narrow, so possibly a picture or two on the wall might work better. And a bedside table on both sides of the bed. Apart from that, it was great.

  • 10/10 Helen (Mature couple) 

    from Clondalkin , Ireland;IE on  March 7, 2007

    "The hotel is in a great location, easy access to shops and to the castle for those wishing to go on the tour (very interesting). The hotel staff were lovely, couldnt do enough for us and were so friendly and efficient. The room was spotless and very comfortable. The restaurant was so nice and food so good that we ate there each night of our stay. We had a really relaxing and enjoyable weekend at this hotel" (99880052)

    CENTRAL LOCATION, FRIENDLY EFFICIENT STAFF, CLEAN COMFORTABLE ROOM, GOOD FOOD, LOVELY RESTAURANT

  • 9/10 Eithne (Young couple) 

    from Athenry , Ireland;IE on  February 28, 2007

    "I would have liked breakfast to be included in the price, for one or some of the night stay! nice hotel, would stay again and will reccommend!" (99209323)

    simple rooms etc but a bit different from generic hotels1

    it was most satisfactory! no complaints at all!

  • 10/10 James (Mature couple) 

    from Wallsend , United Kingdom;GB on  February 24, 2007

    "The quality of food cannot be praised enough." (99094902)

    modern rooms

  • 9/10 Tina (Family with older children) 

    from Waterford , United Kingdom;GB on  February 22, 2007

    "I found the location of the Hotel for our needs excellent the staff were very friendly and I would recommend any of my friends to stay there" (3305283787)

    Comfortable clean spacious lovely view of the castle

    Taffic early in the mornings

  • 10/10 Mika (Group of adult friends) 

    from London , GB on  July 17, 2007

    "the room has enough space, and clean. the view from the room wasn't so nice, because infront of the hotel is job centre. but once you get outside the hotel you can easily see the Edinburgh castle." (97878528)

    the hotel is very clean and the room was very nice.

    a littele bit far from station but close to the Edinburgh castle.

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  • 9/10 Damien (Young couple) 

    from Enniscorthy , Ireland;IE on  February 19, 2007

    excellent location.very central and our room had a superb view of the castle.Staff were very friendly

    we got there quite early i.e. 8.30am as we were on an early flight and couldnt check in til 12pm.we had been up since 4.30am so were unalbe to get a lot of rest on arrival

  • 10/10 Gareth (Mature couple) 

    from London , United Kingdom;GB on  February 15, 2007

    "Great hotel. Great staff. Good location. Some people might be put off by the strip clubs in the area and perhaps it would be wise to forewarn them if they are of a sensitive disposition." (99637918)

    good hotel for access to Edinburgh. Comfortable rooms.

  • 9/10 Angela (Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Stonehaven , United Kingdom;GB on  February 14, 2007

    "very central everything in walking distance, staff were very friendly and the hotel was clean. restaurant and bar were above parr also, had a great weekend" (99677534)

    very clean and modern hotel

  • 8/10 Marion (Solo business traveller) 

    from Ryde , UNITED KINGDOM;GB on  February 13, 2007

    Everything was clean and well presented

    No tea making facilities in the bedroom

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  February 8, 2007

    "The Hotel was very clean and the decor was beautiful,very modern.It was in a very central location,only 5min walk from Princes Street and George Street,20min in a taxi to the airport.The food in the Resturant was amazing,I would love to eat there again.The staff were extremely friendly and helpfull.It is very good value for money.The only thing I didn't like was the shower.The water pressure was way too strong.When I first turned it on it took my breath away with the strength of it.It would not be suitable for very young or old people." (99854064)

  • 10/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  January 23, 2007

    "We were directed in by one of your very helpful reception staff, and welcomed immediately. Brilliant rooms, really clean and good use of design. The bar is excellent and obviously a good after work drinks spot for the Edinburgh suits! Great breakfast, again brilliant service. Good location - short distances to main attractions/thetres and restaurants...expect this kind of service in a 5 star - but got it here at a 3 star deluxe - great vakue for money and will certainly be returning." (99595792)

    Great staff, clean rooms, good food, great rates, fantastic champagne, great location, fun time - everyone should tay at the Point!!

    Nothing - except perhaps a minibar in the room - but after all the hotel bar is lovely so maybe not!!

  • 10/10 Leslie (Group of adult friends) 

    from Bromley , United Kingdom;GB on  January 5, 2007

    everything - brilliant staff, quality stylish hotel, excellent bar, reasonable price, amazing quality

    the two rooms were on different floors

  • 9/10 Emma (Group of adult friends) 

    from South ockendon , United Kingdom;GB on  January 5, 2007

    "The hotel is an odd shaped building but felt like the top end of a 4 star with an impressive entrance and friendly, helpful staff. The bedrooms were small but clean and very comfortable with everything you need (except a mini bar!) and a powerful shower in the bathroom. Great location - everything within a few minutes walk away. The downstairs bar is very nice and lively - a life-saver during Hogmanay which was cancelled. We didn't get round to eating dinner at the hotel but would definitely recommend the breakfast. We had an amazing time in Edinburgh and would definitely stay at this hotel again." (3305364808)

    Nice clean hotel with very friendly, helpful staff

    the bedroom windows don't open at all

  • 9/10 Andrew (Group of adult friends) 

    from London , United Kingdom;GB on  January 4, 2007

    "It's a good quality hotel . speedy check in , good service from the reception at all times . good quality breakfast buffet .Pretty good value for money . Would recommend this hotel ." (99304815)

    good bedding , good quality fixtures and shower . very good breakfast .

    bad signal on the telly

  • 6/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  January 4, 2007

    The room was nice and spaceous

    The staff were not very helpful. We got stuck in a lift for 40 minutes at 3.00am and they were not at all helpful to us when we got out

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Group of work colleagues) 

    on  June 4, 2007

    Central location

    Carpets in public areas were dirty, held together with masking tape. Extremely noisy during early hours of the morning - shouting, singing. Reception/checkout very slow with indifferent staff.

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  • 10/10 Christopher (Young couple) 

    from Edinburgh , United Kingdom;GB on  December 29, 2006

    "The point hotel was well located, five minutes or so from princes st. The staff were very friendly and room service was extremely quick. The hotel decor was very stark and painted in simple colours lit with neon lighting. The views of the castle were fabulous and the bar was very pleasant too. Overall a thumbs up!" (99625007)

    The bed was very comfortable and the view of the castle was spectacular. The room was nicely decorated and the widescreen TV was cool.

    It was perhaps a little too small however I did notice other rooms that were much larger.

  • 5/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  June 1, 2007

    location

    Room was a bit too basic, bathroom not very nice.

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  • 8/10 Paul (Mature couple) 

    from Southampton , United Kingdom;GB on  December 25, 2006

    "All Ok, not too impressed with the breakfast, very ordinary and expensive." (99329572)

  • 9/10 Graham (Young couple) 

    from Dundee , United Kingdom;GB on  December 19, 2006

    when we got to our room it was a twin instead of a double,called down to reception and they gave us a new room and upgrade to an executive suite, cracking view of castle.

  • 10/10 Andrew (Young couple) 

    from Emsworth , United Kingdom;GB on  December 6, 2006

    "we were very pleased with our stay" (99173394)

    room furnishings, plasma screen tv, and noise levels were very low

    no bbc 1 or 2 on our tv!

  • 9/10 Anonymous (Young couple) 

    on  December 6, 2006

    "Beautiful modern room with a big comfortable bed. Handy for city centre with friendly, efficient staff. However, the hotel could maybe do with some double glazing, and the electric heaters in each room instead of central heating aren't very 'green'." (99342286)

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