House of Gods Hotel

A very different experience. The only similarity with its beige counterparts (Ibis, Holiday Inn, Premier Inn….) was the price. In April I stayed very nearby, thus all the advantages of a central location in the heart of Edinburgh etc, in a hum drum room. Returning to Edinburgh research shows that this curiosity costs no more than the corporate competitors. Very welcoming staff, (most competent hotel chains recognise this), but having a cocktail thrust into your hand as you cross the threshold immediately creates a good impression. Very short walk to the room which is like no other I’ve ever seen. Very compact but the decor is incredibly swish. I was quite content to enjoy the opulence, interrupted only by a trip to the cocktail bar to sample the mixologists efforts. A very good Old Fashioned, a White Russian and. Bohemian. Definitely gave me a buzz for the rest of the evening. Part of the experience is discretion. The staff attend to you with matchless competence and then leave you be. In the morning you take delivery of a breakfast hamper at a pre-arranged time, then burrow back into the comfort. No ordeal by breakfast buffet. They don’t have the room for it so they had a different solution. If I end up back in Edinburgh I may yet return. I’m paying the same as for the beige so why not?

The experience was something else, the decor, the mood created and the staff were 100% the best I’ve had. The only downside to the night was the heat in room, only small fan and air conditioning that lacked any punch. 1 night is best for this hotel! But would definitely be back once heat sorted.

Overall a pleasant visit. The bed size is painfully small, which is the only issue.

House of Gods is a delight to stay at. Yes - the rooms are small that is the point! The sexy feel, the stay in bed attitude, the WhatsApp where you can get anything delivered to your door in mere minutes, the push for Prosecco - need I go on. The sheets are heavy and luxurious, the add ons work out great value, the staff friendly and warm. The only thing I’d like to see is a choice at breakfast as someone who isn’t a fan of crossiants, bagel or toast would be better! But the mimosa always goes down a treat. Extended my stay twice last time and already looking to return. Excellent 🤩

Great location and walking distance to everything in Edinburgh. Check in is easy, and rooms are cozy--maybe a little small by American standards. There is a button for "milk and cookies" or "Prosecco" in the room, love that! The cocktail bar is the star here. The menu looks like Vogue magazine, and the original cocktails are on point. The bartenders are awesome. Would stay here again!

Great location, nice staff, nice ambience. Rooms are very compact, feels crowded and claustrophobic after 3 days as windows are opaque glass bricks. Also very dark, hard to see and find my clothes. Bathroom hooks fell off wall, so nowhere to hang things in wet room. Hallway smells musty and damp. Noisy air vent in corner, which never stops. Considering the very high price, it was disappointing.

Great location and really loved the deco. The staff went above and beyond. The room was clean and well presented. The only point I feel noting is the size of the rooms, it was small and lacked hangers and storage space.

Poorest value hotel we have ever stayed in Hotel is described as opulent however we found it claustrophobic and dingy. We knew that Edinburgh hotels would be expensive however the quality and size of our room does not justify to price If also feels as if they are trying to squeeze more money at every opportunity If you stay here and are sharing a bed be aware that you will have to climb over someone if you want to use the loo. Never again!

This hotel has a great location, lovely ambience, room was small and air-con really poor, was uncomfortably warm. Was a bit miffed to be told we weren't entitled to the usual welcome drinks and cookies n milk as we had booked through booking.com (which was slightly more expensive) . There wasn't any sockets near a mirror to do hair. But overall we do enjoy staying at House of Gods .

Staying at The House of the Gods was an absolute delight, with our room evoking the cosy charm of an Orient Express compartment. The bathroom was petite, requiring a bit of careful balancing to keep water from escaping the shower—adding to the quirky character of the space. As part of our UK honeymoon, we arrived to find our room filled with balloons—a lovely, thoughtful touch, though we had to pop them quickly due to the limited space. The hotel’s rich red curtains, stylish cocktail bar, and exceptionally friendly staff made the stay all the more memorable. We didn’t order the cookies and milk before bed, but overheard a few guests raving about it. Its location is unbeatable, just minutes from Edinburgh Castle and the bustling Main Street, lined with shops, pubs, and restaurants. The House of the Gods is a charming, character-filled retreat that perfectly combines comfort, style, and a touch of playfulness.