Thistle Hotel Edinburgh
Thistle Hotel Edinburgh has 3 meeting/event spaces for 20–120 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Room (120).
- Up to 180 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
3 photosPhotography pending verification
3 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 120 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — | 85 |
| Executive Boardroom | 20 | — | 12 | 16 | 15 | — | — | 25 |
| Private Dining Room | 40 | — | 20 | 30 | 25 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
Thistle Hotel Edinburgh is a distinguished 4-star hotel located in the heart of Scotland's capital, just minutes from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle. This historic property combines Victorian elegance with modern amenities, featuring beautifully appointed meeting rooms and event spaces suitable for conferences, weddings, and corporate events. The hotel offers flexible venues with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings for 12 delegates to grand receptions for up to 180 guests. With its prime location, guests enjoy easy access to Edinburgh's major attractions, shopping districts, and transport links, while benefiting from professional event planning services, modern AV equipment, and dedicated business facilities.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training
- Workshops
- Corporate Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Air Conditioning
- Natural Light
- 24-Hour Reception
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Business Centre
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
107 Leith Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3SW, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Thistle Hotel Edinburgh is a verified hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 180 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Thistle Hotel Edinburgh have?
Thistle Hotel Edinburgh has 3 meeting and event spaces in Edinburgh, seating up to 120 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Thistle Hotel Edinburgh's largest event space?
The largest event space at Thistle Hotel Edinburgh is Main Conference Room, with a maximum capacity of 120 guests.
What conference facilities does Thistle Hotel Edinburgh offer?
Thistle Hotel Edinburgh offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Air Conditioning, Natural Light, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 180 guests in various configurations - theatre style, boardroom, classroom, reception
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system, microphones, and complimentary Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, additional public parking nearby - advance booking recommended
About Thistle Hotel Edinburgh
Thistle Hotel Edinburgh is a distinguished 4-star hotel located in the heart of Scotland's capital, just minutes from Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle. This historic property combines Victorian elegance with modern amenities, featuring beautifully appointed meeting rooms and event spaces suitable for conferences, weddings, and corporate events. The hotel offers flexible venues with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings for 12 delegates to grand receptions for up to 180 guests. With its prime location, guests enjoy easy access to Edinburgh's major attractions, shopping districts, and transport links, while benefiting from professional event planning services, modern AV equipment, and dedicated business facilities.
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