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Luxury 4* Floating Houseboat in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre
Houseboat in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Castle
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Edinburgh, SCT
- Place, Edinburgh International Conference Centre6 min walk
- Place, Edinburgh Castle10 min walk
- Place, Princes Street10 min walk
- Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Child Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Luxury 4* Floating Houseboat in the heart of Edinburgh City Centre
Part of a collection of 3 boats - The Four Sisters Boatel is a unique experience for the discerning traveler that the kids will also enjoy. A first for Scotland, The Four Sisters 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 Four Sisters 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 4 inch in headroom, she can sleep up to 6 adults and 2 children under 10 years. The Four Sisters 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 Four Sisters 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 accommodation comprises of 2 stylish double cabins, a set of children's bunk beds recessed in the hallway and a double sofa bed in the lounge for extra guests. There is also a modern fully equipped galley kitchen with all mod conveniences expected with a spacious 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 s 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.
Located in the very heart of Edinburgh City Centre and a first for Scotland, The Four Sisters 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 accommodation comprises of 2 stylish double cabins, a set of children's bunk beds recessed in the hallway and a double sofa bed in the lounge for extra guests. There is also a modern fully equipped galley kitchen with all mod conveniences expected with a spacious 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 s 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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids bunk be, toys and games
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
One small domestic pet welcome free of charge
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on deck area
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Edinburgh
Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Tollcross, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Edinburgh, SCT
What's nearby
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Princes Street Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Usher Hall - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Loudons Fountainbridge - 2 min walk
- Cameo Picturehouse - 4 min walk
- The Coffee Cave - 3 min walk
- Hula Juice Café - 2 min walk
- Maki & Ramen - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location.
Robert K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen J.
18 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short city break with family.
Karen J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Yvonne W.
7 Oct 2018
Average
Yvonne W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Heather P.
28 Oct 2015
Excellent place to stay, will be back.
Heather P.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Amy C.
24 Oct 2015
Unique stay
Amy C.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Mary Agnes W.
17 Aug 2015
Family of 5
Mary Agnes W.
About the host
Hosted by Skipper Natalie
Languages:
English
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