Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Breakfast available

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Edinburgh, SCT

Princes Street12 min walk
University of Edinburgh15 min walk
Edinburgh Castle17 min walk
Edinburgh (EDI)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

double sofa bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Skipper Natalie

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Kids bunk be, toys and games

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

One small domestic pet welcome free of charge

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed on deck area

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Tollcross, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

Princes Street - 12 min walk
Grassmarket - 13 min walk
University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk
Royal Mile - 5 min drive

Getting around

Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 11 min walk
Haymarket Tram Station - 12 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

Costa Coffee - 4 min walk
Loudons - 2 min walk
Maki & Ramen - 3 min walk
The Coffee Cave - 3 min walk
La Viola Cafe & Bistro - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury 4* Floating Four Sisters Boatel in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre located?

Located in Tollcross, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Princes Street, and Grassmarket. University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). Haymarket Tram Station is 12 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Haymarket Station is 11 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

May 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once in a lifetime

Loved the unique botel. Very clean and had everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven with us!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Amy C.

Oct 24, 2015

Unique stay

This was a great stay! Natalie was helpful and accommodated our early arrival. She is young and can give you great recommendations to eat and drink. The hot water can be tricky and doesn't last very long, if this is a huge problem to you don't stay. But if you're like us, we didn't let it bother us. I was traveling with my mom and brother and there was plenty of room for us. The canal can get a little loud with party people but only noticed this on the weekends. I would stay here again and recommend it for a once in a lifetime vacation stay!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Agnes W.

Aug 17, 2015

Family of 5

The floating Boatel was delightful! We were a family of 1 adult couple, 1 senior couple and on six year old. The bunk beds are great for kids. The Boatel is equipped with everything you need. Excellent location for exploring Edinburgh. Located within a block of multiple restaurants and grocery store. Natalie was amazing and available to answer all your needs.