Rabble, nestled close to Edinburgh Castle and George Street, offers a warm welcome with its restaurant and bar. Unwind in your room with WiFi or ask the 24-hour front desk for tour assistance.
55A Frederick Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1LH
What's nearby
George Street - 1 min walk
Princes Street - 4 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk
Royal Mile - 16 min walk
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 31 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 13 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 20 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 21 min walk
Restaurants
The Standing Order - 3 min walk
The Queens Arms - 1 min walk
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 2 min walk
Rabble - 1 min walk
Miller & Carter - 2 min walk
About this property
Rabble
Rabble offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Princes Street and George Street. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Rabble Taphouse and Grill, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This boutique inn is also within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and St. Andrew Square. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Princes Street Tram Stop is 5 minutes and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Special features
Dining
Rabble Taphouse and Grill – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.50 per person
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Rick's Edinburgh
Rick's Hotel
Rick's Hotel Edinburgh
Rick`s Hotel Edinburgh
Ricks Edinburgh
Rick's Edinburgh, Scotland
Ricks Hotel Edinburgh
Rick's Edinburgh Scotland
Rick's Inn Edinburgh
Rabble Inn Edinburgh
Rabble Edinburgh
Rabble Inn
Rabble Edinburgh
Rabble Inn Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does Rabble offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rabble does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rabble?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rabble?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Rabble?
Yes, Rabble Taphouse and Grill offers al fresco dining and local cuisine.
What's the area around Rabble like?
Rabble is in Edinburgh City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Princes Street Tram Stop and 4 minutes' walk from Princes Street.
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Rabble Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Highly recommend
One night stay for a rugby match. Clean comfortable , lots of extras in the room. Great breakfast
Siobhan
Siobhan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Great location, walking distance to all visit areas. Highly recommended
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2024
Great rooms, nice & quiet, amazing location
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jun 2024
Great location and dining in the restaurant.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
Really nice
Quirky, but wonderful. The staff went the extra mile! Great breakfast and lunch.
Eva
Eva, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Perfect location for an Edinburgh getaway
Great location, nice and comfortable rooms. The restaurant and bar gets very busy and loud at night, but as soon as you go upstairs to the rooms you can't hear anything
Henriette
Henriette, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
city centre bolthole
different & refreshing city centre venue, comfortable & welcoming
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Oct 2024
Very good hosts, friendly and welcoming. Best parties the actual restaurant which is amazing. The 15£ meal deal is great value and tasty.
The property is a large bed with modern amenities - rooms really comfortable and enjoyable. Recommend.
Reece
Reece, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Nov 2024
The atmosphere of the hotel was excellent, the restaurant and bar had very good food options. There was no lift and there was no extractor in the bathroom, so the room felt quite humid.
Sofía
Sofía, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2024
Great hotel very close to city centre. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
Room was small but well equipped. Bed was very comfortable.
Loretta
Loretta, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Aug 2022
Friendly & welcoming staff, clean & tidy room and comfy bed
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2022
Hotel was ace, very comfortable, friendly and great service. Highly recommend to stay as close to centre and the bar/restaurant is quirky!!
Paddy
Paddy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Oct 2024
We spent five nights at the Hotel Rabble. Basically, the background noise (especially the filling and emptying of glass and garbage containers late at night and early in the morning) on the side street to which all windows face was very loud, so it was not possible to sleep well. Unfortunately, this is also due to the fact that the windows were not well isolated. The cleaning of the rooms was also only average, even though the rooms were modern and generously furnished. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the à la carte-breakfast was also delicious. The location of the hotel is absolutely great and all the sights were within walking distance and easily accessible by public transportation.
Hannes
Hannes, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sept 2022
The restaurant in the hotel was phenomenal! Every meal I ate here was delicious. It is walking distance from shopping, historical sites, and I loved the overall vibe. I will definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone coming to Edinburgh.
Lindsey
Lindsey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2022
Edinburgh stay
Excellent accommodation and really friendly helpful staff. A lovely vibe. Edinburgh is an amazing city and the weather was fantastic.
Donna
Donna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2023
Great friendly service
Colm
Colm, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Lovely boutique hotel, clean fresh rooms, the staff were wonderful, great breakfast and a lovely relaxed vibe in the evening for cocktails. Very central.
The only reason I’ve given them a 4 for facilities and not 5 is that our room was on the third floor, 6 flights of steps with no lift. Difficult at 65 with a bad hip. The room overlooked the back alley, and you heard the loud noise of empty bottles being emptied into the skip.
But that aside I would stay here again….but would ask for a lower floor. The manager and staff were great
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2022
Annual Xmas visit with the girls.
An amazing experience staying at this very friendly hotel, in a prime location. Food outstanding. Staff go above and beyond to meet your needs. We enjoyed it that much already booked for same time next year.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Jul 2022
Wonderful location for first time visitors. Staff is so lovely and check in and out fast. Very convenient to have the restaurant and bar downstairs! Tip - avoid first floor by cleaner closet or you’ll hear the door frequently in the early morning.
Lindsey
Lindsey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jan 2023
Rabble
Staff were all extremely friendly welcoming and efficient (especially Kirsty). Bed v comfy and breakfast was lush!
TOBY
TOBY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Nov 2022
Rabble is a really conveniently positioned accommodation. Rooms were clean, comfy beds, everything needed. We chose the vege breakfast, all very nice apart from the vege haggis, have had better. Staff all friendly and helpful.
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2023
Fantastic helpful staff, amazing cocktail menu, beautiful decor, comfy bed and well appointed room.
Not for anyone with mobility issues due to steps and no lift.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Jan 2024
Really friendly staff who could not do enough for you. Only slight downside is the bed was not that comfortable. The mattress was uncomfortable. Sorry.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2022
Nice quirky hotel. The rooms were really good with a lot of amenities. The only thing that let us down was the music in the bar area. Was to loud to have a proper conversation with someone.