Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith, Dalkeith ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Melville Dykes Road, Dalkeith, United Kingdom, EH18 1AN

Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith is situated just 25 kilometers from Edinburgh's center, offering easy access to both city attractions and scenic countryside. Known for its award-winning service, this hotel features comfortable accommodations, making it an ideal choice for both romantic getaways and city breaks. Guests can explore nearby historic sites such as Mavisbank House and Dalhousie Castle. The hotel also places visitors in proximity to famous golf courses, including Muirfield, and local events such as the Edinburgh Festival.

Location

Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith is conveniently located with excellent road connections to the A720 and A1, facilitating easy travel to Edinburgh. The hotel is only 11.5 km from Edinburgh city center, making access to urban attractions straightforward. Free on-site parking is available for guests, including spaces for disabled visitors. Public transport links to nearby attractions and the scenic countryside are also accessible.

Rooms

Each double room features a super-comfy Hypnos bed designed for a restful night's sleep. The rooms are equipped with modern amenities including a power shower, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee facilities. Guests benefit from warm Fogarty duvets and a flat-screen TV for entertainment. Adapted rooms are available for guests with mobility needs, featuring specialized bathrooms and lowered beds.

Eat & Drink

The on-site Table Table restaurant serves a range of traditional and modern dishes along with an extensive selection of drinks. Breakfast options include an all-you-can-eat buffet with both cooked items and vegetarian options. Evening meals feature favorites such as Chicken Katsu Curry and Beer-Battered Fish & Chips, with complimentary meals for children under 16 when an adult orders a meal. Dessert options include indulgent sweets like Triple Chocolate Brownies.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers ample leisure opportunities, including easy access to renowned golf courses and outdoor challenges like the Tough Mudder. Business travelers can benefit from free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. There are also facilities for meetings and events, although specific business amenities are limited. The relaxed atmosphere makes it suitable for both leisure and business visitors.

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Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.4)

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

All children: 0 - 3 years

Extra bed: FREE

Existing beds: FREE

All children: 4 - 15 years

Existing beds: FREE

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

Number of rooms:40

Former name

premier inn edinburgh a7 dalkeith

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Dalkeith 1.9 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 23.1 km

Dundee (DND) 113.9 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.9 km

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Breakfast Delight

I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast with a variety of options that suited everyone's taste. The poached eggs were cooked to absolute perfection, providing the perfect start to my day.

Evelyn Thompson. Canada, 2024-02-15Read full review on

Ample Power Outlets

The room amazed me with its generous supply of power outlets. With three double and two single sockets in convenient locations, charging my devices was hassle-free.

Mark_Smith88. Australia, 2024-05-10Read full review on

Complaints Handled Efficiently

When I raised a concern about the noise from upstairs, the response was swift. The staff reassured me they would address it promptly, showing great attentiveness to guest comfort.

Sarah Johnson. United Kingdom, 2024-08-30Read full review on

Quiet Retreats

I loved the peaceful ambiance in my room. It truly lived up to its promise of being quiet, allowing me to relax and unwind without any disturbances from outside.

JohnDoe91. New Zealand, 2024-11-03Read full review on

What’s included

General

Wi-Fi

Room features

Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Melville Dykes Road, Dalkeith, United Kingdom, EH18 1AN

Map view

Melville Dykes Road, Dalkeith, United Kingdom, EH18 1AN

City landmarks

Zoo

Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World

1.4 km

Church

Rosslyn Chapel

5.4 km

Public Building

Midlothian House

2.2 km

Newbattle Newbattle Road

Newbattle Abbey

1.8 km

Golf Course

Kings Acre Golf Course

1.8 km

Cave

Gilmerton Cove

3.1 km

200 High Street

Corn Exchange

2.0 km

Newbattle Golf Club Ltd

1.9 km

Church

St David's RC Church

1.2 km

Melville Golf Centre

2.1 km

Three Craws

860 m

Elginhaugh Roman fort

930 m

Dobbies Garden Centre

1.5 km

Butterfly World

1.0 km

Museum

National Mining Museum Scotland

3.3 km

St David's

1.3 km

Church

Newbattle Parish Church

1.6 km

Unicorn

1.3 km

Dalkeith Country Park

2.6 km

St John's and Kings Park Parish Church

1.4 km

Church

Bonnyrigg Parish Church

1.5 km

Corner Pocket

1.5 km

The Baird Smith Memorial

1.5 km

Golf Course

Newbattle Golf Club

1.5 km

Newbattle Abbey College

1.8 km

Dalhousie Castle Hotel

Dalhousie Castle Falconry

2.8 km

Bonnyrigg & District Ex Servicemen's Club Ltd

1.6 km

Scottish Workers Memorial

1.6 km

Michael McGahey Memorial

1.6 km

Dalkeith Baptist Church

1.6 km

Nearby

Three Craws

1.1 km

Edinburgh College

1.2 km

Restaurants

Esk Valley Table Table

50 m

Melville Dykes Road

The Brasserie at Melville Castle

2.3 km

Gilmerton Road

The Melville Inn

1.8 km

Melville Nursery

Justinlees Inn

1.2 km

1-5 Dalhousie Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

6.6

Location

8.4

Service

8.2

Dining

7.0

Tony

United Kingdom, January 2025

8.6/10

I had a really pleasant stay at Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith. The room was clean and comfortable, although I noticed the pillows could use an upgrade. The staff were super friendly and helpful, which made my experience even better. Overall, it was a great value for the price, especially with the good food options at the attached restaurant.

Rooms

8.0

My room was clean and fairly spacious, which made for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly and quick to help with any requests I had.

Location

9.0

The location was convenient for local buses and the park and ride into Edinburgh, a total plus for getting around.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast and dinner at the attached restaurant were well-cooked and reasonably priced, just like you’d expect from a Premier Inn.

Facilities

8.0

The common areas and restaurant were well-kept, adding to the overall pleasant environment.

Bobby

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.0/10

My stay at Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith had its ups and downs. While I appreciated the friendly staff and cleanliness of the room, I was disappointed with the noisy atmosphere and the limited food options. Overall, it felt like a standard experience rather than something special.

Rooms

5.0

The mattress was hard, and the room's linked door allowed me to hear everything from next door, which made me feel uncomfortable.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, but the slow service from the restaurant really put a damper on my dining experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel was conveniently situated near local transport and grocery stores, which was a major plus for my stay.

Dining

5.0

The food quality was disappointing with a very limited menu; the mac and cheese felt like a microwave meal.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had basic amenities, but with thin walls and a tiny TV, it didn't meet my expectations for comfort and entertainment.

Rosie

United Kingdom, December 2024

8.6/10

I had a decent stay at the Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith. The room was spacious and generally clean, though it took a minute to warm up when I first got in. The staff were super friendly and quick to help with any needs, but I felt the amenities could use a little upgrade, especially the TV.

Rooms

8.0

My room was large and clean, although it was a little cold at first, which the staff corrected quickly.

Service

10.0

The staff were really friendly and attentive, making sure I had everything I needed during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel was conveniently located for easy access to local attractions and transport links, perfect for my trip.

Dining

9.0

I enjoyed a lovely dinner at the attached restaurant; the food was delicious and well-priced.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were adequate but not particularly impressive; the TV was small and the channel options limited.

Stewart

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.6/10

My stay at Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith had its ups and downs. The cleanliness of the room was impressive, which is a hallmark of Premier Inn. However, I found the noise level from neighboring rooms and the hallway to be quite disruptive. Additionally, the restaurant's food was underwhelming, leading to an overall mixed experience.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean but had a linked door, making it noisy. I could hear conversations from next door and footsteps above me, which was quite bothersome.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, always willing to address my needs quickly, which made my overall experience better.

Location

9.0

The hotel is well-located with easy access to the A7, perfect for my travels south and close to a good public house for dining.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, I found the food options to be quite limited and not the quality I expected. What I ordered tasted like it had come from a microwave.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities met basic needs, but the bathroom had a faint sewage smell, which was quite off-putting.

Leo

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.6/10

I found my stay at the Premier Inn Edinburgh Dalkeith to be a mix of good and less favorable experiences. The room was clean and adequately sized for two people, and I appreciated the recently refurbished bathroom. However, I faced issues with the bed, which squeaked throughout the night, disrupting my sleep. Overall, my experience was decent, but there are areas that could be improved.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean and more than adequate for two of us, although the bed was squeaky and kept me awake.

Service

8.0

The receptionist was pleasant and welcoming, and the staff were attentive to customer needs.

Location

7.0

The hotel is a little outside Edinburgh but well placed for local transport options into the city.

Dining

7.0

I found the food in the onsite restaurant to be good value and tasty, though not exceptional.