The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat
Lochrin Basin Union Canal Lower Gilmore Bank Fountainbridgeold Town, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH3 9NY, United Kingdom
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Lochrin Basin Union Canal Lower Gilmore Bank Fountainbridgeold Town, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH3 9NY, United Kingdom
Comfortable Accommodations Edinburgh - Houseboats offers a 4-star boat in Edinburgh city center. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Modern Amenities The property features a kitchenette, balcony, and private bathroom. Additional amenities include a washing machine, streaming services, and a dining area. Prime Location Located near Edinburgh International Conference Center (5-minute walk), Edinburgh Castle (0.7 mi), and Edinburgh Waverley station (1.2 mi). Activities include fishing, cycling, and boating. Guest Favorites Guests appreciate the sailing, boating, convenient location, and well-equipped kitchen.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Pets Allowed
  • Garden
  • Golf Course
  • Room Service
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Children's playground
  • BBQ facilities
  • Fishing
  • Packed lunches
  • Cycling
  • Heating
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Picnic Area
  • Sun Deck
  • Convenience Store
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Wine/champagne
  • Fruits
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Free face masks
  • Grocery delivery
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • balcony/terrace
  • ATM or cash withdraw on site
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Professional cleaning services
  • Room service available
  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Indoor parking (charges may apply)
  • Shuttle service (charges may apply)
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stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It was great to stay somewhere different rather than a house or a hotel. It was a unique experience.
Nothing to dislike really. It was comfortable and we had everything we needed.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
A unique experience great location and fun for kids
Nothing
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location and wonderful get away for the family
I didn’t like working all of the different locks to get from the houseboat to the laundry and then back.
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location and wonderful get away for the family
I didn’t like working all of the different locks to get from the houseboat to the laundry and then back.
stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We absolutely loved staying in this unique and beautiful houseboat! We were four girls traveling from NYC and were just blown away by how fun and cozy our stay on the houseboat was. We would stay here again when we come back to Edinburgh!
Obviously a compost toilet isn't the most glamorous, but we found everything extremely easy to use and we weren't traveling all the way to Scotland to stay forever on the boat! We loved every minute of our time there and we would stay again in a heartbeat.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Natalie was very responsive to us.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Natalie was very responsive to us.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We absolutely loved staying in this unique and beautiful houseboat! We were four girls traveling from NYC and were just blown away by how fun and cozy our stay on the houseboat was. We would stay here again when we come back to Edinburgh!
Obviously a compost toilet isn't the most glamorous, but we found everything extremely easy to use and we weren't traveling all the way to Scotland to stay forever on the boat! We loved every minute of our time there and we would stay again in a heartbeat.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Fantastic Boat, everything immaculate & Natalie was very friendly & helpful.
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Great location
Didn’t feel as luxurious as the information implied, dated and worn out furniture including uncomfortable chairs and stools too tall so they don’t fit an adult under the counter. Old televisions that didn’t initially work until we added them to the WiFi and out of date PAT testing on electronics (2023). The rope ladder on the bunk beds that felt hand made does create a safety issue as we discovered with our daughter trapping her head in it during the night, fortunately she also got an arm caught so no lasting damage was fine but it was quite stressful
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The beds were very comfy!
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The beds were very comfy!
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Was central Edinburgh but felt like you where a million miles away was fantastic
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The Four Sisters Boatel - Houseboat

Lochrin Basin Union Canal Lower Gilmore Bank Fountainbridgeold Town, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH3 9NY, United Kingdom