Royal Overseas League in Edinburgh

I am a member but that does not bias my opinion. The view of the castle from here is worth everything. And the central location is ideal for seeing Edinburgh. Unfortunately ROSL is no longer occupying these facilities on Princes Street in Edinburgh.

The location on Princes Street is excellent, with rewarding view of Edinburgh Castle. However, building layout is archaic and with no lobby. Although not advertised as disabled friendly, it really isn't -- someone with a cane would struggle to get past the narrow gap past reception desk; steps before the lifts. Food is pretty good. Here you are paying for the location only.

I think breakfast room is open for everyone, you can buy breakfast and enjoy the castle view. Breakfast is included for the hotel guests. That's all good about this hotel.Please avoid room #5 at all costs. It’s horrible. It should be specified that the room does not have a window (no, it’s not a room with no view). All you see is a wall 2 inches from the glass, you are like in a dungeon but it’s actually on the 3 floor. The room is so stuffy, I like it when it’s warm but even for me it was over the top, I can’t even imagine how it’s in the summer. The hotel is very dated and not worthy the money. Overated. Smelly, especially when it’s rainy.

Great location, the room I was in was in need of a bit of TLC, parts of the bathroom floor peeling up, mould in the shower grouting and the odd bit hear and there not quote how it should be. Staff were nice enough and considering it is an old building it has been repurposed quite well.

Staff was very helpful, we had out-of-circulation five pounds notes (got them from our bank in Austria) and neither a bank, nor the post office was willing to exchange them to new notes, unless we have an account. Or we could send them to the bank of England for exchange... The receptionist changed our notes promptly.Our room was a bit tiny but tidy, bathroom had a shower and toilet, free WiFi, TV.Breakfast was ok, cereals, fruits, juices, bread and pastries were presented as a buffet, cooked stuff like ham & eggs were freshly made and brought by the waitress.

Brilliant location and one of the best views, from our room's window, that you could expect in Edinburgh. Hotel is pretty dated and the room wasn't very clean. The beds were not too comfortable and the bathroom facilities weren't great. Location is superb. If you are looking for a decent hotel but don't plan on spending too much time in your room, this is the place. If you are expecting a bit more of a luxury hotel then I would go somewhere else.

What a let down. THE website described a luxury hotel that is fantastic value for money with beautiful pictures to back up this statement. So imagine our dismay when we arrived at a run down and previously unseen side to the building with a strong smell of damp and that was quite frankly falling to bits. Didn't manage to get a proper wash all weekend due to the shower and bath not working. Stains and cracks decorated our room through out. The breakfast was excellent and for that I'm thankful. If you're expecting the lovely room shown on the website then do not visit this hotel as you'll be highly disappointed.

Location great. That's where it ends. Very dated poor decor. Staff must be instructed to talk in English whilst around guests. Cleanliness very poor with stains all over room carpet, bed and bathroom well !!!!!! . Breakfast stops at 9.30 and not 10.00 as per our email !!!! Very old clientele. Had to listen to every pensioners ailments whist waiting in the "bar" for our room to be made ready. Very overpriced for such poor quality. Dont believe the photos. They are not what you end up with.

Staff and breakfast good but very run down and tired. Room had view of Edinburgh Castle but the bathroom had a sink the was loose and the bedroom furniture had lots if dust underneath. Obviously not been cleaned in a while. Would not recommend.

We visited for afternoon tea and whilst the price is higher than you would the food was lovely and the view is very much worth it. The venue definitely has that classical feel of an institution, a place that has remained very much the same since its inception but doesn't come across as out of date or stuffy.If you are visiting this would make an excellent choice as you are located on Princess Street meaning anywhere you would want to visit is at most ten minutes away by foot, plus you have the Castle on your front door.