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Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Welcome aboard The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat, a unique 4-star accommodation located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This charming houseboat is moored at Lochrin Basin, Union Canal, just a short 0.8mi distance from the bustling city center. With 204 reviews to its name, this floating gem promises an unforgettable stay for all travelers.
Immerse yourself in luxury with the boatel's featured amenities including spa/wellness packages, free Wi-Fi, and stunning views of the lake, river, and garden. Embrace the outdoors with a game of mini-golf or tennis (extra charges may apply), or simply relax on the sun deck or patio with a barbecue. If you're traveling with a furry friend, rejoice in their pet-friendly policy at no extra cost.
Indulge in the scenic surroundings and comfortable accommodations at The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat. With a range of activities and picturesque views, this floating retreat offers a one-of-a-kind experience for travelers looking to unwind in Edinburgh. Book your stay now for a minimum price that ensures a delightful and memorable escape.
Dive into a culinary adventure at The Four Sisters Boatel, where you can tantalize your taste buds with a delicious breakfast served daily in the cozy dining area. Enjoy a selection of freshly baked pastries, locally sourced fruits, and piping hot coffee as you kickstart your day in this unique floating accommodation.
For those keen on exploring the local area, the hotel provides bike rentals, allowing you to pedal your way through the charming streets of Edinburgh and soak in the rich history and vibrant culture of the city. Adventure-seekers will appreciate the proximity to popular attractions such as the Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, both within a convenient distance from the houseboat.
At The Four Sisters Boatel, you can expect exceptional service from the friendly and welcoming staff who are dedicated to making your stay a memorable one. Have peace of mind knowing that the hotel accepts a variety of payment methods including Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Maestro, Bankcard, and UnionPay, ensuring a hassle-free booking and check-in process for guests from all around the globe.
Closest airports
Edinburgh Airport
6.4miDundee Riverside Airport
35.9miGlasgow Airport
47.7miPrestwick Airport
61.5miSpa/Wellness packages
Pet Friendly
Free wifi
Private entrance
Kitchen
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
River view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Free toiletries
Picnic area
Sun deck
Barbecue
Patio
Balcony
Terrace
Garden
View
Air purifiers
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Featured reviews:
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Eric
9.1
9.1
The location was amazing. The experience of a canal boat was really fun. We enjoyed being central to everything in Edinburgh. The beds were really comfy. The boat stayed nicely warm. For the women, the flat iron and hair dryer was a great amenity.
It is hard on a boat to say you are going to have lots of space, so that needs to be expected. We did battle venting when we cooked so be prepared to open the hatch to clear out the kitchen. Everything was expected as we knew we were on a boat and if you go into the place with this in mind you will love it.
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David
9.1
9.1
The Boatel is quirky but brilliantly located and comfortable. Natasha was really helpful and accommodating. You have to get used to managing the things like the pump and toilet but it's easy enough. Kitchen was well set up and easy to use and beds were super comfortable. We were there in November so you needed to get the blower going initially for heat but once heating on it was snug.
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Kaija
8.2
8.2
We loved the unique experience and we were lucky to have one non-rainy evening where we could have some wine above deck. Check-in was flexible and use of the boat was explained quite clearly in terms of the pump systems, etc.
We'd requested a hamper for arrival, but it must have been missed in the communication. And I understand there was meant to be a key left for us so that we could use the laundry/shower facilities, but that wasn't shown to us when we checked in and we couldn't find it. Not a big deal as the shower in the boat worked just fine. But then the gate to the dock was locked and we had to hop the gate a couple of times becuase we didn't have the key. The only real bummer was that there wasn't a toaster! We love some toast and tea, but ended up trying to toast bread in a pan instead.
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Emma-lea
10
10
Lovely, cosy stay! The children loved staying on a boat, as did we! Natalie was really helpful upon arrival, she showed us around and left her number if we needed anything throughout our stay. The boat was clean and warm. It is a great size and was very comfortable for a family of 4, it could easily accommodate a couple more adults or children. Great location, within easy walking distance of Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle and The Old Town! Highly recommend, we would love to stay again! We were a little worry about the temperature prior to arrival as temperatures had dropped and the canal was frozen! But we can honestly say we were lovely and warm, the boat was very well heated. For a unique stay in Edinburgh, do not hesitate to book!
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Rusty
8.2
8.2
Staying on the houseboat was a unique experience. The host was very communicative and helpful. The location was very quiet and the boat did not move much at all so there was no seasickness from anyone onboard.
The rooms were only large enough for the bed with very little wiggle room. From the photos, I was expecting the rooms to be a bit larger and I was expecting three rooms, not two rooms and a pull out bed. That might be my fault for not reading the listing closely, but there are three boats and we were placed in the smallest one.
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Markéta
8.2
8.2
Very good location in city center, quiet place, something special.
We spent there 4 days and expected (offered and paid) 3 breakfasts. We received only 1 baskets with meal 1st day and no more. Too little for 5 people (6 eggs, 1 loaf of bread, butter, 1 milk, 1 juice, 1 yogurt, 1 bag with muesli, 6 bananas, 5 nectarines = 1,5 breakfast, not 3 :-( ) Disposal pump in use was noisy, annoying for one who slept in "living room".
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Denise
9.1
9.1
The Four Sisters Boatel is a fun and unique place to stay! The beds were comfy, the location is ideal, and there are great amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, coffee, tea and milk. The hosts are lovely and helpful!
Because this is a boat, there are some unique requirements, one of which is that you cannot put toilet paper in the toilet. We are traveling with four children and it was challenging to keep them from forgetting this rule. This is just part of being on a boat, but I wouldn’t recommend this stay with kids for more than a night. It just made it a tad stressful.
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Julie
8.2
8.2
Great location within walking distance of the City centre & literally a straight road to the Grassmarket area. Tesco express just a 2 minute walk away, and additional washroom facilities a little further down the canal. We ate at both Loudons & Hula across the road, Toro Latino (fab!) a 5min walk away, and got takeaway form Byron Burger which is just a short dander round the corner. The welcome hamper was greatly appreciated, and whilst we knew that the space would be a little cramped for 6 adults we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The boat itself was really well equipped & very clean on arrival. The Four Sisters is the smaller of the two canal boats but we really liked that we had a bit of a igger deck space for sitting in the sun/evenings with the awning providing shelter from the wind/rain when needed - well it IS Scotland!!
The cabins are a little cramped but we were expecting this. No other complaints.
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Kate
9.1
9.1
Cosy and comfortable. Suggest you bring as little luggage as possible dues to space. Clean ans well thought out. Great location (although drunks decided to jump on the pontoon Friday night and scared us). Easy to walk into town and shops and restaurants on our doorstep.
Nothing really. We were expecting it to be a tight space and we were aware of the facilities being a walk away plus no loo roll down the loo but some may overlook those details and be a bit surprised.
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Brian
10
10
Exceptional accommodation in the centre of Edinburgh. The management team could not do more, the Boatel had every thing that a family would need for a short break and as the location on the canal was so inspiring, took the opportunity to host some of my sons wedding party for a BBQ.
Everything was perfect
Attractions
Greyfriars Kirk
0.7miScottish National Gallery
0.7miRoyal Scottish Academy
0.8miThe Canongate
1.1miRoyal Observatory
1.6miEdinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
3miRosslyn Chapel
6.3miForth Bridge
8.4miAberdour Castle
8.5miBlackness Castle
12.7miDunfermline Abbey and Palace
13.2miFalkland Palace and Garden
21.5miPreston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
21.6miMelrose Abbey
30.5miNational Wallace Monument
30.8miAttractions
Greyfriars Kirk
0.7miScottish National Gallery
0.7miRoyal Scottish Academy
0.8miThe Canongate
1.1miRoyal Observatory
1.6miEdinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
3miRosslyn Chapel
6.3miForth Bridge
8.4miAberdour Castle
8.5miBlackness Castle
12.7miDunfermline Abbey and Palace
13.2miFalkland Palace and Garden
21.5miPreston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
21.6miMelrose Abbey
30.5miNational Wallace Monument
30.8miAirports
Edinburgh Airport
6.4miDundee Riverside Airport
35.9miGlasgow Airport
47.7miPrestwick Airport
61.5miSpa/Wellness packages
Pet Friendly
Free wifi
Private entrance
Kitchen
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
River view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Free toiletries
Picnic area
Sun deck
Barbecue
Patio
Balcony
Terrace
Garden
View
Air purifiers
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Aerobics
Bicycle rental
Bingo
Bowling
Canoeing
Cooking class
Cycling
Darts
Diving
Fishing
Golf course
Live music/Performance
Live sports events (broadcast)
Mini golf
Ping-pong
Pool table
Racquetball
Tennis court
Tour or class about local culture
Windsurfing
Bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shared toilet
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Baby safety gates
Babysitting/Child services
Board games/Puzzles
Books, DVDs or music for children
Child safety socket covers
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room
Fruit
Grocery deliveries
Packed lunches
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
ATM on site
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
General
Convenience store on site
Designated smoking area
Electric blankets
Family rooms
Hair/Beauty salon
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Ironing facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Pet Friendly
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Cleaning products
Coffee machine
Dining table
Dryer
Electric kettle
High chair
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Washing machine
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Streaming service (like Netflix)
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Barbecue
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Drying rack for clothing
Fan
Fold-up bed
Iron
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
Carbon monoxide detector
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Air purifiers
First aid kits available
Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
Services
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Beauty services
Body treatments
Body wrap
Facial treatments
Foot bath
Hair treatments
Hairstyling
Makeup services
Manicure
Massage
Massage chair
Pedicure
Spa/Wellness packages
Waxing services
View
City view
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Lake view
Landmark view
River view
View
From
$300Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
Age restriction may apply
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
Reservations
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0+ years
4+ years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Cards accepted at this property
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Mastercard,
Visa,
Maestro,
Cash only,
Bankcard,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
Can I bring my pet to The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat?
Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat. They allow pets for free and there are no extra charges. Just make sure to request that your pet can stay with you at the hotel.
Does The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat provide parking options?
Yes, guests staying at The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat can park at a nearby public parking area. There may be charges for parking, and no reservation is required for parking.
Which room categories can I book at The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat?
The Four Sisters Boatel offers a variety of rooms including single, double, family rooms, and suites. Occupancy ranges from single occupancy to accommodating families. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes vary from single to king size, with different room sizes available.
What activities does The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat offer?
Guests at The Four Sisters Boatel can indulge in a variety of leisure activities during their stay. They can start their day by enjoying a game of tennis or mini golf, take a peaceful stroll through the garden or relax on the sun deck with a panoramic view of the lake. For those seeking relaxation, the hotel offers spa/wellness packages and free toiletries in the private bathrooms. In the evenings, guests can unwind with live music or performances. The option to bring a pet along makes it even more enjoyable. With so many amenities like a barbecue, patio, and balcony available, guests at this unique houseboat can truly make the most of their time here.
Does The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat accept credit cards?
Yes, The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat accepts credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Maestro, Bankcard, and UnionPay. Cash payments are also accepted at the property.
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