Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation

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A green boat with a wooden deck, a bottle of wine, and two glasses on the table.
A cozy hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a book, and a window offering a view of the city.
A compact kitchenette with wooden cabinetry, a small dining table, and three bar stools.
A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, a small table with a vase, and a kitchen area with a microwave and cabinets.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a sink.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Princes Street
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3 Bunk bed room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Cabin 2

1 Double Bed

Captains Cabin

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Shower room

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation

Part of a collection of 3 boats from The Four Sisters Boatels - The Camillia Boatel is a unique experience for the discerning traveler that the kids will also enjoy. A first for Scotland, The Camillia Boatel is located in the very heart of Edinburgh city center, tucked away in the peaceful Lochrin Basin on The Union Canal alongside some of Edinburgh’s top restaurants and bars. The Camillia 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. She is 60 feet by 11 feet with 6 feet 11 inch in headroom, she can sleep up to 8 adults. The Camillia 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 Camillia Boatel is within walking distance of the delights Edinburgh has to offer only 10 - 15 minutes to the Grassmarket, The Royal Mile and The West End. The Four Sisters Boatel is the ideal base for your stay.

The Camillia Boat comprises of an impressive Captains Cabin, a double cabin, a cabin with bunk beds suitable for adults and a double sofa bed in the lounge area. There is also a spacious family shower room with macerator toilet and an open plan kitchen and lounge area. On board you will also have access to a private mooring and two outdoor deck areas perfect for relaxing. All guests also have access to on land facilities that include clothes washing facilities (at an extra cost) as well as shower and toilet facilities.

Although we try to make our boats as close to being like you are in an on land property there are some things that work slightly different to usual. As we live so close with nature we try to take care of our environment and cause as little impact as possible to the local ecosystem and therefore we are also an eco friendly business. You will find our water and waste systems work in a slightly different way as well as our heating and power sources. This will not impact your stay but is worth baring in mind that there may be an extra switch or button to press!

Space on board is limited and at maximum capacity the boat may feel a little cramped. We therefore recommend bringing soft foldable luggage.

We do not provide any parking but can recommend local parking facilities nearby.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10885678
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Edinburgh

Located on a river, this houseboat is in Tollcross, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grassmarket - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 11 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hanging Bat - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Blazer - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loudons Fountainbridge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thomsons Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maki & Ramen - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation?

As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation on 29 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,178, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Boat, Floating Barge Accommodation located?

This family-friendly Edinburgh houseboat is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 15 minutes. Haymarket Tram Station is 13 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 19 minutes.

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