The Garner Edinburgh Haymarket is a modern, compact hotel in the Haymarket area, formerly known as the Haymarket Hub Hotel and now part of IHG's Garner brand. It is designed for travellers who want a clean, well-priced room and a good location rather than a lot of extras, and it suits people who plan to spend most of their time out exploring. Haymarket is one of Edinburgh's best-connected neighbourhoods, with a railway station and a tram stop that connect you to the airport, the city centre and beyond. The West End, with its shops, restaurants and theatres, is a short walk away, and the castle and the Royal Mile are within about twenty minutes on foot. The hotel is aimed at short stays, solo travellers, couples on a budget and visitors who want a base for day trips by train. Check the room types, breakfast options and facilities when you book, since they can change, and read the details on room size, because compact rooms are part of the concept. It is a good choice for people who prefer to spend on experiences, such as a distillery tour or a day out, rather than on a hotel with a view. If you want a grand or atmospheric stay, look elsewhere, but for value and convenience it is a sensible option.
Location and transport
The tram is the practical heart of the stay. It runs from the airport through Haymarket to Princes Street and on to Leith, so you can arrive, drop your bags and get to the Old Town within a short ride. Trains from Haymarket reach Glasgow, Stirling and Fife, which makes the hotel a good base for day trips, though you should check current services before you travel.
For walking, the New Town and Dean Village are close, and the walk along Shandwick Place and Princes Street to the castle is straightforward and pleasant. Evenings out are likely to mean a short walk or tram ride, because Haymarket is more of a transport district than a nightlife one.
What to expect
Compact, modern rooms, simple service and the facilities of a contemporary budget-to-mid-range brand. Check what is included, such as breakfast, and whether there is a bar or restaurant, since arrangements change. The area is busy at commuter times, and street-facing rooms may hear traffic, so request a quieter room if you are a light sleeper.
Price and timing
Rates are usually among the lower ones in the city centre area, though they rise in August, on rugby weekends and around Hogmanay. The five per cent visitor levy applies to the first five nights of a stay. The hotel suits travellers who want a good location at a fair price, and it pairs well with a plan to spend the days walking, visiting the museums and taking the tram to Leith and beyond.
Why stay here
- ✓Close to Haymarket station and tram
- ✓Airport tram link
- ✓Trains to Glasgow and Fife
- ✓Walk to the West End and Shandwick Place
- ✓Castle about twenty minutes on foot
- ✓Compact modern rooms
- ✓Part of IHG Garner brand
- ✓Breakfast and facilities (check when you book)
Good questions
Is this the former Haymarket Hub Hotel?+
Yes, it was previously known as the Haymarket Hub Hotel and is now part of IHG's Garner brand.
How far is it from the airport?+
The tram runs from the airport to Haymarket. Check current timetables before you travel.
Are the rooms large?+
Rooms are compact. Check the room type and size when you book.
