10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Once in a lifetime
Michelle L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Entire house boat
Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire house boat
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
Explore the area
Edinburgh, SCT
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre7 min walk
- Princes Street Gardens11 min walk
- Princes Street12 min walk
- Edinburgh (EDI)32 min drive
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About the area
Edinburgh
Tollcross stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Tollcross houseboat, you'll find Princes Street and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Princes Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Grassmarket - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
- Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 11 min walk
- Haymarket Tram Station - 12 min walk
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
- Books N’ Cup Cafe - 5 min walk
- Costa Coffee - 4 min walk
- Maki & Ramen - 3 min walk
- Loudons - 2 min walk
- La Viola Cafe & Bistro - 6 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre
The Four Sisters Boatel is a unique experience for the discerning traveller that the kids will also enjoy. A first for Scotland, The Four Sisters is located in the very heart of Edinburgh city centre, tucked away in the peaceful Lochrin Basin on The Union Canal alongside some of Edinburgh’s top restaurants and bars. The Four Sisters Boatel is purpose built, permanently moored static wide beam houseboat so don’t worry if you haven’t got your sea legs, there are no currents or tides, sea / canal sickness is not an issue. A massive 60 feet by 11 feet and 6 feet 4 inch in headroom, she can sleep up to 6 adults and 2 children under 10 years comfortably. The Four Sisters Boatel has been awarded by Visit Scotland a 4 star luxury classification and grading.
Located in the very heart of Edinburgh City Centre and a first for Scotland, The Four Sisters Boatel is within walking distance of the delights Edinburgh has to offer whether you’re a culture vulture, shopaholic or disco diva. The Four Sisters Boatel is the ideal base for your stay.
The accommodation comprises of 2 stylish double cabins, a set of children's bunk beds recessed, a double sofa bed in the spacious lounge with breakfast bar and seating for 8. There is also a modern fully equipped galley kitchen with all mod cons.
Located in the very heart of Edinburgh City Centre and a first for Scotland, The Four Sisters Boatel is within walking distance of the delights Edinburgh has to offer whether you’re a culture vulture, shopaholic or disco diva. The Four Sisters Boatel is the ideal base for your stay.
The accommodation comprises of 2 stylish double cabins, a set of children's bunk beds recessed, a double sofa bed in the spacious lounge with breakfast bar and seating for 8. There is also a modern fully equipped galley kitchen with all mod cons.
Property manager
Skipper Natalie
Languages
English
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Massages
Internet
- Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Onsite parking
- Car not required
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Electric kettle
- Coffee/tea maker
- Spices
- Paper towels
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Soap
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV
- DVD player
- Games
- Stereo
- Video library
- Music library
- Books
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
- Near laundromat
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: smoking allowed on deck area
Services and conveniences
- Chef
- Iron/ironing board
- Local meal delivery service
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
- In the city center
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near outlet shopping
- Near a zoo
- Near the bay
Things to do
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Boat on site
- Bicycle on site
- Rafting nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Golf nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Cave exploring nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Note from host: one small domestic pet welcome free of charge
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: kids bunk be, toys and games
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location.
Really great place, super location. Natalie was tremendous.
Robert K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen J.
18 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Short city break with family.
Really enjoyed our weekend on the boatel.
Karen J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Yvonne W.
7 Oct 2018
Average
Noisy x toilet and shower terrible x if you only want a 2min shower you are ok x and under 6ft xyou are ok too x ps don’t bring.your average sainsbury toiletries x has to.be eco friendly x x WiFi off before you checked out etc x x cobwebs in bathrooms and bed cover stained x very disappointed and disheartened spent more than the the average for my stay x were staying at best western but have a dog and thought would be better no way x cleaning needs to be checked x x def veryvery average x thanks x Sykes better x x
Yvonne W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018