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The Howard, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member Edinburgh
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About the Hotel

34 Great King Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 6QH
Perfect
9.2
/10

Georgian Townhouse Accommodation

The Howard is set in three Georgian townhouses in Edinburgh's New Town. Each of the 18 rooms includes Penhaligon's toiletries, an interactive flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Some rooms have king-size beds or seating areas. Private bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers.

Exclusive Dining Experience

The Atholl restaurant seats 14 guests in a setting resembling a private drawing room. Dishes are prepared by a dedicated chef team. Breakfast in bed, afternoon tea, and in-room dining are served by a private butler.

Central New Town Location

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from six art galleries, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Castle. Nearby landmarks include the Scott Monument (1 km), Royal Botanic Garden (1 km), and World of Illusions (1 km). New Town features neoclassical architecture and upscale boutiques.

Butler Service & Amenities

A team of professional butlers assists with unpacking, personal shopping, and 24-hour room service. The hotel has a business center, event facilities, and free parking. Frequent guests can store essentials for future stays.

Meetings & Events

The Howard accommodates groups of 8 to 50 for meetings, training, or seminars. Rooms near the stairs may hear kitchen noise. The lobby includes a reception desk, lift, and laundry services.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Luxury Two-Bedroom Apartment
Luxury Two-Bedroom Apartment
5 persons
8 m² 
River view
Shower
Jacuzzi
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Superior Twin Room
2 persons
25 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Luxury Twin Room
2 persons
25 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Superior Double Room
2 persons
27 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Spa & Leisure

  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

34 Great King Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 6QH
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34 Great King Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 6QH
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
1.4 km
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1.8 km
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
940 m
Landmark
Royal Mile
1.2 km
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
1.4 km
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
2.8 km
Park
Princes Street Gardens
1.4 km
Botanical Garden
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
1.0 km
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
1.3 km
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
2.3 km
Landmark
Calton Hill
1.5 km
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1.5 km
Monument
Scott Monument
950 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1.3 km
Landmark
Nelson Monument
1.5 km
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1.2 km
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1.2 km
Landmark
Princes Street
880 m
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1.6 km
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
2.2 km
Landmark
Royal Yacht Britannia
3.0 km
Landmark
Brass Rubbing Centre
1.4 km
Landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
1.3 km
Museum
John Knox House
1.7 km
Museum
Georgian House
1.2 km
Museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland
1.6 km
Gallery
City Art Centre
1.3 km
Square
Grassmarket
1.5 km
Landmark
Sherlock Holmes Statue
1.1 km
Nearby
Gallery
Carson Clark Gallery
280 m
Restaurants
The Atholl at The Howard
0 m
34 Great King Street
Kweilin Cantonese Restaurant
170 m
19-21 Dundas Street
The Cumberland Bar
260 m
1 Cumberland Street New Town
Star Bar
270 m
1 Northumberland Place
New Town Fox
250 m
2 Dundas Street
The Royal Scots Club
320 m
29-30 Abercromby Place
Clarks Bar
320 m
142 Dundas Street
Getting around
City Centre
Edinburgh15 min  ·  1.2 km
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)23 min  ·  15.0 km
Dundee (DND)144 min  ·  95.5 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station12 min  ·  1.0 km
Bus
Bus stop5 min  ·  400 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Paid Private parking is possible at a location nearby.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a american breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2009
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
19

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