The Salisbury

I, like Anna F., have parents. And like Anna F’s parents, mine too stayed at the Salisbury hotel on their recent visit to Edinburgh. So I thought I’d better check it out.
First things first, it’s off the main road and a little out of town. Not an un-​walkable distance, but a little way. The perfect amount in fact. You don’t get much of the city noice but you can walk to it if you want.
The reception area is modern and tasteful. In fact, as I arrived to greet my parents the hotel was just having fresh flowers delivered. How lovely. The rooms were really nicely decorated too, and en suite. I didn’t get chance to sample the breakfasts but both my parents raved about them: «Eeee lad, really sets you up for the day, does a good breakfast.» My parents were extras on Last of the Summer Wine you see.
Anyway, I was really impressed and I didn’t even stay there. My mum and dad loved it and told me to recommend it to everyone. So I am.

My parents stayed here on their recent visit to Edinburgh. The rooms were clean and the service was professional. Their room was on the first floor, very bright, and en suite as well. I was allowed to come for breakfasts in the morning (great treat to have your parents in town huh?) in the restaurant downstairs.
It’s a bit cramped, and other than the usual cereal/​runny yogurt option you can also get something cooked– their scrambled egg and salmon was good although the second time I had it they were obviously low on salmon. However, the service was friendly enough, despite the small inconsistencies in the menu.
It’s located very close to Pollock Halls and there is a bus stop close by with frequent buses into the centre. From the train station the cab would cost you just over a fiver. There are also some good restaurants close by as well.
My parents were pleased with it, and would go to the Salisbury again.