Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

8.9/10 · 459 Reviews Book

17 Blackfriars Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1NB, United Kingdom

Main amenities

Free WiFi Heating Restaurant Non-smoking Rooms

8.9/10 (459 Reviews)

Location

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Neighborhood

Rail Stations

Edinburgh Waverley station 300 m

Haymarket 2.1 km

Squares

Charlotte Square 1.4 km

Grassmarket 700 m

Castles and Forts

Edinburgh Castle 950 m

Dalhousie Castle 11 km

Museums

Museum of Childhood 40 m

City Art Centre 200 m

National Museum of Scotland 350 m

Scottish National Gallery 600 m

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 600 m

Gladstones Land 450 m

Beaches

Portobello Beach 4 km

Cramond Beach 7 km

Ruins

Craigmillar Castle 4 km

Historic and Protected Sites

The Real Mary King's Close 250 m

Monuments and Memorials

Nelson Monument 500 m

Scott Monument 500 m

Urban Parks

Calton Hill 600 m

Bars

The Hive 50 m

The Banshee Labyrinth 50 m

Magic Potions Tavern 100 m

Zoos, Aquariums and Wildlife Sanctuaries

Edinburgh Zoo 5 km

Peaks

Arthur's Seat 1.6 km

Airports

Edinburgh Airport 8 km

Dundee Airport 56 km

Glasgow Airport 77 km

Restaurants

El Restaurant Limited 10 m

Edinburgh Little Larder 20 m

The Edinburgh Larder 20 m

Ski Lifts

Midlothian Lift 2 7 km

Midlothian Lift 1 7 km

Midlothian Chair Lift 7 km

Bridges

Forth Bridge 13 km

Buildings and Structures

Palace of Holyrood House 900 m

Lakes

Dunsapie Loch 2.1 km

Information

The Linton Collection, Blackfriars Lofts, located on historic Blackfriars Street in Edinburgh’s Old Town, offers modern loft-style accommodations featuring complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant serving local cuisine, and consistent heating throughout. Guests can enjoy spacious interiors designed with contemporary comfort while staying within easy access to some of Scotland’s most iconic sights. Just a five-minute drive away lies Arthur’s Seat, offering panoramic views over the city, ideal for hiking enthusiasts. For those exploring further afield, Portobello Beach sits eight minutes by car, providing a scenic coastal escape along the East Lothian coastline. Meanwhile, Edinburgh Waverley Station is centrally positioned near the property, making train connections seamless whether heading north toward Inverness or south to London via the capital’s main hub. Additionally, guests traveling by air will find Edinburgh Airport just 24 minutes away by car across roughly 18 kilometers of roadway, ensuring convenient transit options without long detours through urban traffic.

Amenities

Kitchen

Electric kettle Coffee machine Toaster Stovetop Kitchenware Dishwasher Microwave Refrigerator Kitchenette Dryer Oven Washing machine

Bathroom

Toilet paper Towels Bathtub or shower Private bathroom Toilet Free toiletries Hairdryer Shower Slippers Bathrobe

Room amenities

Sofa bed Drying rack for clothing Ironing facilities Iron Private entrance Socket near the bed Hardwood or parquet floors

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV Radio TV Cable channels Streaming service (like Netflix) IPod dock

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay Guest accommodation disinfected between stays Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus Hand sanitizer Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Safety features

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities First aid kits available

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided Baggage storage Express check-in/out Tour desk

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms CCTV in common areas

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed Cashless payment available Contactless check-in/out

Food & Drink

Wine/Champagne (Paid) Restaurant Tea/Coffee maker

Living Area

Dining area Sitting area Sofa

Miscellaneous

Smoke-free property Heating Non-smoking rooms

Bedroom

Linens Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink safety

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Internet

Internet

Cleaning Services

Daily housekeeping (Paid)

Building Characteristics

Private apartment in building

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Reviews

9 / 10

Rachidi - 01/28/2026

Great location and a really beautiful apartment

The spare duvet and pillows for the sofa bed did not have covers on them

10 / 10

Vanessa - 11/20/2025

Great apartment in lovely neighborhood!

The water heater made a large noise and walls are very thin. Can hear the neighbors.

10 / 10

Rehnaz - 02/07/2026

The design and layout out were so beautiful. The apartment was clean and everything was in working order did not require any assistance from checking in to checking out

Nothing at all. Everything was perfect.

10 / 10

Paige - 01/13/2026

Such a central location to everything Edinburgh has to offer. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed to be comfortable. Would definitely come back on our next visit to Edinburgh

nothing it was great

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Important information

Please note that Blackfriars Lofts has no reception. Check-in can be made using a key-less entry system. Check-in details will be sent to guests 48 hours prior to arrival. There is a 24/7 property manager available if required. Kindly note that there is no elevator in this property and all upper floors can be accessed by stairs only. The one and two bedroom apartments have mezzanine sleeping areas which have limited headroom. The superior apartments have full height bedrooms with no limitations. Guests with limited mobility should contact the property using the details on the booking confirmation for more details. Please note that there is public parking available at a location nearby. Complimentary luggage storage is available. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00. License number: 23/04234/FULSTL17

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