Best Western Kings Manor is a 3-star hotel in Portobello, East Edinburgh, a few minutes’ stroll from the sea. A pet charge applies, but the hotel does not publish the amount, so confirm it when you pre-book a dog-friendly room. The hotel includes a swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and tennis court in the room rate — a level of facilities unusual at this price point. Dogs can sit with guests in the bar area.
Location & Nearby Dog Walks
Best Western Kings Manor sits at 100 Milton Road East in Portobello, on the eastern fringe of Edinburgh between Holyrood Park and the coast. Portobello Beach — Edinburgh’s main sandy beach — is a few minutes’ walk from the hotel. The beach is wide, dog-friendly, and has a promenade running its full length. Dogs are welcome on the beach year-round with no seasonal restrictions. The dunes at the eastern end provide natural off-lead running space.
Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat are a 15-minute drive west — or a 30-minute walk through Duddingston village. Duddingston Loch (a 10-minute walk) is a wildlife reserve with scenic paths; dogs should be on leads near the water but the surrounding hillside is open. The hotel’s location on the eastern edge of the city makes it the most practical base for exploring the East Lothian coast — Gullane Beach (dog-friendly, off-lead) is a 25-minute drive east.
Dog Policy
Best Western Kings Manor says a charge will apply for dogs but does not publish the amount, and dog-friendly rooms must be pre-booked. Dogs are welcome in the bar area. No published size or weight limit. Dogs must not be left unattended in rooms. If you want a published fee in the city centre, Motel One Edinburgh Royal charges EUR 15 per night. If you want a beach base with free parking and more facilities, Kings Manor is hard to beat at this price.
Who It Suits
Best Western Kings Manor is ideal for dog owners who want a beach holiday in Edinburgh — Portobello Beach is a few minutes’ walk away and one of the best urban beaches in Scotland. It also suits families who want an included pool and sports facilities at a mid-range price. The east Edinburgh location makes it a good base if you’re planning day trips to East Lothian — North Berwick, Gullane, and Yellowcraig beaches are all within 30 minutes. Not the right base if you need to be on Princes Street — city-centre options like Motel One Royal or Malmaison are better placed for that.
Practical Tips
- Pet fee: a charge applies (amount not published) — pre-book a dog-friendly room
- Dogs welcome in the bar area — not in restaurant or pool areas
- Dogs must not be left unattended in rooms
- Free parking on-site
- Pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and tennis court included in room rate
- Portobello Beach: a few minutes’ walk — dogs welcome year-round
- Gullane Beach (off-lead): 25-min drive east via A1
- Holyrood Park / Arthur’s Seat: 15-min drive west
- City centre bus (No. 42): stops nearby, 25 min to Princes Street
Frequently Asked Questions
Are dogs allowed on Portobello Beach near Best Western Kings Manor?
Yes — dogs are welcome on Portobello Beach year-round with no seasonal restrictions. The beach is a few minutes’ walk from Best Western Kings Manor. The eastern end of the beach near the dunes is less crowded and popular with dog walkers.
Does Best Western Kings Manor have a pool?
Yes — Best Western Kings Manor includes an indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and tennis court in the room rate. This makes it unusual value for a 3-star Edinburgh hotel at this price point. Dogs are not permitted in the pool area.
How far is Best Western Kings Manor from Edinburgh city centre?
Best Western Kings Manor is approximately 3 miles from Princes Street — about 25 minutes by bus (No. 42) or 10–15 minutes by taxi. The location is better suited to guests who plan to explore east Edinburgh and the coast rather than spend time in the city centre.
