Black Ivy
Hotel, 4-star4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan, Edinburgh, United KingdomShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, service and food.
8.71,115Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Convenient Location Located just a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh city centre, Black Ivy offers easy access to key attractions such as Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle.
Modern Amenities Each room at Black Ivy features free WiFi, an en suite bathroom, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.
Vibrant Atmosphere With a lively bar overlooking Bruntsfield Links park, guests can unwind and enjoy their surroundings after a day of exploring the nearby Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Usher Hall, and Filmhouse cinema.
To experience the perfect blend of convenience, modern amenities, and a vibrant atmosphere, book your stay at Black Ivy today.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
8.7
Fabulous
Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 1,115 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.2
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.2
- Amenities8.7
- Value8.6
- Food & drink8.7
Guests mention
Friendly and helpful staffGreat location
ArielaUnited StatesThe Black Ivy was a great introduction to Scotland and the neighborhood.
The staff was so helpful carrying our suitcases up two floors and welcoming me with a happy birthday plate! The location is wonderful--walking distance to the university and the fringe festival. We actually returned to…
AlexUnited KingdomWill definitely be returning in the future.
Beautiful decor, very clean and staff were very friendly.
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LeahUnited KingdomPerfect date night
I thought black ivy was stunning very modern and staff are so friendly. Good was amazing!!
Nothing I thought eveything was brilliant
HopeUnited KingdomWe loved The Black Ivy. Location super and we would go back despite on street parking only
Great location, fantastic room and lovely staff
No car parking for residents
SteveUnited KingdomGood eating and sleeping in Bruntsfield
Room was comfortable and food was excellent
jensDK9-12 aug. 26
Rigtig godt køkken, både til morgenmad og middag, fantastisk servicemindede medarbejdere, stort dejligt værelse og dejlige udemomsfaciliteter.
Intet. 😄
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Black Ivy
What time is check-in and check-out at Black Ivy?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Black Ivy allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Black Ivy?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Black Ivy?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Black Ivy have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Black Ivy have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Black Ivy?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Black Ivy?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Black Ivy?
4 Alvanley Terrace, Whitehouse Loan, Edinburgh.
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