Name: Km Hotel
Address: 5 Richmond Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9ST
Price range: US$88+
Rating: 7.3

Key details

About the Hotel

5 Richmond Place, Edinburgh, EH8 9ST

Close to the Old Town

Great

8.2

8.5

/10

4.2

4.5

Loved by Km Hotel guests

Cute staff

Excellent breakfast

Perfect location

Comfy bed

Clean room

Km Hotel - A stylish 3-star hotel in Newington with modern rooms and proximity to Edinburgh's landmarks

Located in Newington, an affluent and predominantly residential area, Km Hotel offers 45 compact double rooms with contemporary designs, all featuring en-suite facilities, Elite mattresses, Freeview TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests at Km Hotel can enjoy a hearty full Scottish breakfast with a continental buffet served in Circa, the on-site modern dining area. The property is situated within a short walk of key attractions, including the National Museum of Scotland (0.5 km), Edinburgh Castle (16 minutes on foot), and the Royal Mile. Rooms include amenities such as tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bars, and newly fitted bathrooms with drencher showers and Arran Aromatics toiletries. Nearby dining options include The Mosque Kitchen and The City Restaurant, both approximately 300 meters away. The hotel also provides 24-hour reception, housekeeping, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Pros

The hotel's central location provides easy access to Edinburgh's key landmarks, including the National Museum of Scotland and the Royal Mile.

Modern rooms feature top-of-the-range Elite mattresses and en-suite bathrooms with quality toiletries.

A full Scottish breakfast and continental buffet are available on-site in a contemporary dining area.

Pet-friendly accommodations make it suitable for guests traveling with animals.

Select your room type

Km Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Heating

Shower

room details

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Facilities

Km Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Key card access

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Km Hotel Location

5 Richmond Place, Edinburgh, EH8 9ST

Map view

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

4400 ft

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.3 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

4500 ft

Landmark

Royal Mile

3500 ft

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

4000 ft

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

2700 ft

Park

Princes Street Gardens

4300 ft

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

3900 ft

Landmark

Calton Hill

3500 ft

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

2100 ft

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

2700 ft

Monument

Scott Monument

3900 ft

Landmark

Nelson Monument

4700 ft

Museum

The Writers' Museum

3400 ft

Museum

Gladstone's Land

3300 ft

Museum

Dynamic Earth

3500 ft

Museum

John Knox House

2100 ft

Landmark

Brass Rubbing Centre

2200 ft

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

2300 ft

Landmark

Princes Street

5100 ft

Park

Holyrood Park

1.4 mi

Gallery

City Art Centre

2700 ft

Square

Grassmarket

3700 ft

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

3900 ft

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

3900 ft

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.1 mi

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1600 ft

Nicolson Street

Surgeons' Hall Museums

800 ft

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1900 ft

Church

Mercat Cross

1300 ft

Restaurants

The Mosque Kitchen

600 ft

31-33 Nicolson Square

The City Restaurant

800 ft

35 Nicolson Street

Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch

500 ft

65 Pleasance

KFC

500 ft

7 South St. Andrew Street

Kebab Mahal

700 ft

7 Nicolson Square

The Southsider Pub

500 ft

3-7 West Richmond Street

Pizza Posto

900 ft

16 Nicolson Street

Red Fort

800 ft

10 Drummond Street

The Black Medicine Coffee Co

900 ft

2 Nicolson Street

Babelon Cafe

800 ft

26 Nicolson Street

Explore Edinburgh

National Museum of Scotland

6 minutes' walk

A comprehensive collection of Scotland's history and culture, featuring interactive exhibits and free admission.

Edinburgh Castle

16-minute walk

A historic fortress dominating Edinburgh's skyline, offering stunning views and rich history, with guided tours available.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

17-minute walk

The official residence of the Queen in Scotland, with beautiful gardens and an audio tour highlighting its royal history.

Scottish National Gallery

15 minutes' walk

Home to a world-class collection of fine art, featuring works by Van Gogh and Turner, with free entry to the gallery.

Arthur's Seat hike

25 minutes' walk

A popular hiking destination offering panoramic views over Edinburgh; suitable for all experience levels.

Relaxation at The Meadows

10 minutes walking

A large public park ideal for leisurely strolls, picnics, and outdoor yoga, creating a peaceful escape in the city.

The Mosque Kitchen

3 minutes' walk

Casual eatery known for delicious, affordable halal curry and friendly atmosphere, perfect for families and solo diners.

Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch

2 minutes' walk

A cozy café offering a delightful menu of breakfast and brunch favorites, emphasizing fresh ingredients and local flavors.

The Bongo Club

15 minutes' walk

Eclectic venue hosting live music, club nights, and art events; appealing to both locals and visitors with varied tastes.

The Stand Comedy Club

10 minutes' walk

Renowned comedy club featuring stand-up shows and open mic nights in a relaxed environment, ideal for all ages.

Getting around

City Centre
Edinburgh 6 min · 1700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 22 min · 9.0 mi
Glasgow (GLA) 134 min · 55.2 mi
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 10 min · 2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop 3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

All visitors are offered a full breakfast for a fee.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

KM Central

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Km Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Guests consistently praise the hotel's central location, making it easy to reach the old town's main attractions. Many find the beds exceptionally comfortable, and some rooms are noted for their good size and pleasant street view. A recurring highlight is the breakfast, with a varied selection including Scottish specialties; the cozy dining room adds to the experience, but some guests have mentioned that certain rooms can get quite warm, and there is no lift. The rooms offer convenient amenities, such as tea and hot chocolate making facilities.

Review score

Based on 7 verified reviews

7.3 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.3/10

Location

9.0/10

Value for money

7.6/10

Facilities

8.2/10

Pros

Super clean room

Comfortable beds

Friendly staff

Perfect location

Tea and coffee

Cons

Terrible mattress

Noisy trucks

Benjamin from Germany

Family with children

Double Room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 17, 2026

7/10

gym hotel feature pool table entertainment toiletries room amenity inaccessible bed bed issue window insulation noise issue high noise environmental issue

the hotel has a gym available for use. a pool table was also available.. i liked the lively toiletries in the room. breakfast was great value for money.

the bed wasn't accessible from both sides. the window insulation was practically nonexistent. it did not matter if the window was closed or not. this was reflected in the noise level.

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Anthony from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 16, 2025

6/10

Acceptable, but small rooms and noisy surroundings

The staff were lovely, a definite highlight of my stay.

the ROOM was ridiculously small for the price I paid. I basically had to climb over the foot of the bed to get out, not ideal.

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Colin from United Kingdom

Couple

Double Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 16, 2025

6/10

broken handle loud noises

The staff was helpful. Rooms were nice.

The room faced a Lidl delivery area. Loud noises woke me up at 6 a.m. daily, it was disturbing. The window handle was broken, the window did not close correctly and this worsened the noise. Reception did not reply when I messaged them.

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Sawyer from United States

Single

Double Room

2 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 02, 2025

6/10

mixed experience with some drawbacks

street noise elevator absence

the lack of an elevator was a significant issue for me, especially with luggage. my room also faced the street, and the noise levels were quite high (it was hard to sleep). i reported the noise issue, but it wasn't resolved . these factors detracted from what could have been a more restful visit, and i found myself pretty tired.

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James from United Kingdom

Single

double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 26, 2025

8.5/10

awesome stay with perfect breakfast!

perfect location friendly staff breakfast buffet

the location was just perfect i found it easy to hop on buses that stopped really close the staff were friendly and always ready to help my room was clean and had this awesome roof window the breakfast buffet had lots of choices i felt energized for the day

the room i stayed in felt a bit small it was hard to manage my luggage comfortably i think some more space would make the stay even better

Service

9/10

the staff was helpful and friendly i needed an electrical adapter and they lent me one quickly they really went out of their way to. i love that.

Rooms

8/10

the room had a roof window that offered a lovely view i had good toiletries tea coffee and biscuits were provided every day the shower was great with excellent water pressure i really enjoyed it

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Christina from Germany

Single

Double Room

3 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 02, 2025

8.7/10

Excellent Stay in the City Center

modern room comfortable bed central location

The modern room included excellent amenities. A huge comfortable bed and nice bathroom were available. The hotel is close to the main tourist places (it was easy to walk everywhere). I booked an extra night here.

The hotel lacks a lift.

Service

9/10

The staff was very friendly and helpful . They supported me with all my questions (even about local dining). I felt very well taken care of.

Dining

8/10

Breakfast was very tasty and offered a good variety of options. There was a great buffet breakfast each morning with many choices. It gave me energy for a day of exploring.

Facilities

9/10

The room was very clean and well kept throughout my visit. I had individually controlled heating for the room which was great. Hot water arrived quickly in the modern bathroom.

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Riley from Australia

Single

double room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: October 17, 2025

9.0/10

charming find!

comfortable bed modern bathroom

the room featured a very comfortable bed, i slept soundly. it was great to find a modern bathroom. the shower had both traditional and rain shower heads, which i appreciated after a long day.

the window let in a noticeable draft, it made the room a bit colder than i would have liked. i wish the windows provided better insulation.

Location

9/10

the location was near the main streets. it was also easily accessible. made it simple to get around and explore. it was great being so close to everything.

Service

10/10

the staff was very polite. staff members were also very friendly. i found them helpful and cute. they seemed genuinely happy to assist guests with any questions or requests.

Facilities

8/10

the reception was open 24 hours, it felt secure. i appreciated knowing someone was always available. a good selection of hot drinks was offered in the room. this was a nice touch.

Rooms

9/10

The room included an ironing board and iron. It was convenient. the bathroom had a towel rail. i appreciated the individually controlled heater. it allowed me to adjust the temperature as needed.

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