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Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh Waverley station and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace. The property is around 2.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 2.4 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.7 km from The Real Mary King's Close. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside.

Very nice and clean room with the best breakfast we ever had in a guesthouse! The owner and staff were super firendly and helpful. It's located just 15-20 mins from the old town, but also quite close to the Arthur's seat which is a must visit!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,084 reviews
Price from
CNY 1,477
per night

Featuring garden views, Roost Hill Guest House - Free Parking offers accommodation with patio, around 2 km from Arthurs Seat. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Great place in great location. Alia was an amazing host and took care of all our needs. The room and facilities were comfortable and clean. Was easy catching buses into town.

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9.1
Superb
287 reviews
Price from
CNY 1,287
per night

The Hedges features accommodation situated 1.4 km from the centre of Edinburgh and offers a garden and a terrace. This 5-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service. The property is close to popular attractions like Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, National Museum of Scotland and The Real Mary King's Close.

The hosts were brilliant 👏 room comfortable spotlessly clean. In city centre. The wee dram left for us to enjoy

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9.4
Superb
141 reviews

Situated in Edinburgh and only 1.9 km from University of Edinburgh, Lauderville guest house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has city views and is 2.7 km from Royal Mile and 2.7 km from The Real Mary King's Close. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 2.5 km from National Museum of Scotland.

Beautifully decorated. Simon was super helpful and gracious. Breakfast was lovely.

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9.3
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
CNY 1,315
per night

Housed in a historic building, Sheridan Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Edinburgh, 1.5 km from Royal Yacht Britannia. This 4-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. The accommodation provides a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests.

The property is a calm oasis, with a gorgeous garden and beautiful art pieces from around the world on every floor. The furnishings are very tasteful and enhance the Georgian design. Our breakfasts were a highlight,and some of the best we’ve had. Rowena is a masterful cook and baker (her sourdough homemade bread is addictive). Her husband Tom gave us great suggestions on where to go and eat. We wished we had more time to try everything on his list!

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9.6
Exceptional
240 reviews
Price from
CNY 2,030
per night

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Straven Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property features quiet street views and is 100 metres from Portobello Beach and 5.7 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. Royal Mile is 5.9 km from the guest house and Edinburgh Waverley station is 6.3 km away.

Chris and Sinead were incredible hosts and made us feel at home from check-in. The breakfast each morning was something we looked forward to each day. It was restaurant quality (wife asked for a recipe) and the soft background music (personal note here) was spot on. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The property is located near a bus stop, so getting around isn’t an issue. Lastly, it’s a 2 minute (max) skip down to the beach. It’s one block away.

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9.7
Exceptional
106 reviews
Price from
CNY 978
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Falcon Crest Guest House is located in Edinburgh, 2.8 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. Edinburgh Waverley station is 3.4 km away and Edinburgh Castle is 3.7 km from the guest house.

The guest house owners were very friendly and always tried to help out where they could. The room was small but very pleasant. Location was quiet but was close to all major attractions. We would definitely stay there again.

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9
Superb
342 reviews

Situated in Edinburgh, within 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium and 16 km of Edinburgh Zoo, Whitecroft B&B features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 18 km from EICC, 19 km from National Museum of Scotland and 19 km from The Real Mary King's Close. Edinburgh Castle is 20 km from the guest house and Hopetoun House is 20 km away.

Breakfast was superb. Helpful and friendly manager.

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9.3
Superb
318 reviews
Price from
CNY 895
per night

Set in Edinburgh and only 3.6 km from Edinburgh Zoo, BroomHouse HomeStay offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.2 km from Murrayfield Stadium.

Perfect location to explore Edinburgh, there is a bus stop nearby and you can park your car for free next to the house. The room itself isn't big but is cosy, well decorated and they really have clever solutions like a foldable table with the microwave under it so you can heat food and eat in your room :) If you don't want to cook, there is a Chinese buffet in walking distance. The owners were very friendly and their hallway was a trip through their travel memories. so lovely to see (and going to make one myself the same way ;-) Don't forget to read the packaging on their toilet rolls, so funny :D

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9.2
Superb
132 reviews

Located in Edinburgh, 2.1 km from University of Edinburgh, 18 Craigmillar Park boasts a sun terrace and views of the city. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV is offered.

The bed was wonderful! Quiet and felt safe

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9.4
Superb
690 reviews
Price from
CNY 1,800
per night

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  • Ashgrove House
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,273 reviews

    This Victorian building is on the A8 into the city centre, 500 metres from Edinburgh Haymarket Rail Station. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated rooms.

    Great location. The room was clean and comfortable.

  • Acer Lodge Guest House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 577 reviews

    Acer Lodge is a traditional Scottish, family-run guest house situated on the A90 Queensferry Road, a 15-minute drive from the heart of Edinburgh by bus/car and Edinburgh Airport.

    Room comfortable food very good staff very friendly

  • The Ben Doran Guest House
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 743 reviews

    In central Edinburgh, this 4-star Georgian town house offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. The local bus service allows easy access to Edinburgh city centre.

    Great location & very friendly. Breakfast good. Very clean.

  • Ben Cruachan Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,084 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh Waverley station and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace.

    Good location, clean. So comfortable, lovely staff

  • Roost Hill Guest House - Free Parking
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 287 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Roost Hill Guest House - Free Parking offers accommodation with patio, around 2 km from Arthurs Seat.

    Location was great, house was great, room was great

  • The Hedges
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 141 reviews

    The Hedges features accommodation situated 1.4 km from the centre of Edinburgh and offers a garden and a terrace. This 5-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service.

    Small, boutique guest house which felt so personal.

  • Lauderville guest house
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 156 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 1.9 km from University of Edinburgh, Lauderville guest house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    had everything we needed and location was just great

  • Sheridan Guest House
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 240 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, Sheridan Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Edinburgh, 1.5 km from Royal Yacht Britannia.

    The host very attentive and knowledgeable of the area..

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  • Straven Guesthouse
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 105 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Straven Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Exceptional host - very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful.

  • Falcon Crest Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 342 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Falcon Crest Guest House is located in Edinburgh, 2.8 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse.

    Great owners. Very hospitable. Excellent breakfast.

  • Whitecroft B&B
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 318 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, within 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium and 16 km of Edinburgh Zoo, Whitecroft B&B features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

    Quaint wee room, gracious host, awesome breakfast.

  • BroomHouse HomeStay
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 132 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh and only 3.6 km from Edinburgh Zoo, BroomHouse HomeStay offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean and very good vibes. The environment is really nice.

  • 18 Craigmillar Park
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 690 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, 2.1 km from University of Edinburgh, 18 Craigmillar Park boasts a sun terrace and views of the city. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Loved the location very convenient to get into the city

  • Brig O'Doon Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 852 reviews

    Brig O'Doon Guest House is located in Edinburgh, 2.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse, 3.2 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, as well as 3.3 km from The Real Mary King's Close.

    The owner is very nice! The location is next to buses

  • JustB Edinburgh
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 377 reviews

    The JustB Edinburgh is situated by Leith Walkway, in the centre of Edinburgh City and 8 km from Haymarket Railway Station. Free secure on-site parking and WiFi is provided.

    Nice and clean, spacious and had everything we needed

  • Kingsley Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 601 reviews

    Well located in the Newington district of Edinburgh, Kingsley Guest House is located 2.4 km from University of Edinburgh, 2.8 km from Royal Mile and 3 km from National Museum of Scotland.

    Great facilities, great staff, delicious breakfast.....

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  • Private Guest Suite in Georgian Townhouse in City Centre
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, 1.4 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 1.6 km from The Real Mary King's Close, Private Guest Suite in Georgian Townhouse in City Centre provides accommodation with...

    Fabulous well appointed suite in an excellent location.

  • 23 Mayfield
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 94 reviews

    Situated just 1 mile from Edinburgh city centre and the Royal Mile, the family-run 23 Mayfield offers free WiFi. This detached Victorian guest house boasts retains many original features.

    I would 100% recommend this place to anyone it was fantastic

  • Barony House
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 90 reviews

    Set in a Victorian terraced villa, this guest accommodation offers free private parking just 1 mile from Edinburgh’s city centre.

    Fabulous hosts. Fantastic cooked to order breakfast.

  • Tranquil Haven Murrayfield
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Tranquil Haven Murrayfield is set in the Murrayfield district of Edinburgh, 2.9 km from EICC, 4.5 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 4.6 km from National Museum of Scotland.

    Tastefully decorated house, spotlessly clean and comfortable bed

  • A Room in the City - West
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 498 reviews

    Centrally located, just 19 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle, A Room in the City - West is set in a building dating back to 1700s.

    Homely and friendly atmosphere. Delicious breakfast.

  • Albyn Townhouse
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 575 reviews

    The Albyn Townhouse is a generous 4-storey, 19th-century traditional town house.

    Gorgeous house, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.

  • Kingsway Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews

    Kingsway Guest House is set in Newington and one mile from Edinburgh's Royal Mile and old town.

    Good breakfast. Hosts are very helpful. Free parking.

  • Private room with terrace and free parking
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Private room with terrace and free parking provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 3.8 km from Edinburgh Zoo.

    Lovely host. Very helpful and the accommodation very clean Una adorable anfitriona. Y las instalaciones muy limpias. Recomendadísimo.

  • Gladstone House
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 183 reviews

    Gladstone House is an elegant 4-star with free private parking, less than a mile from Edinburgh city centre. The rooms offer wide-screen digital TVs and free Wi-Fi.

    Gorgeous Victorian building with lots of character.

  • Antler Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 254 reviews

    Set a 12-minute walk from Edinburgh Playhouse, Antler Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi in Edinburgh. The property is close to Omni Centre, Edinburgh Military Tattoo and Royal Mile.

    lovely room, free parking on street, decent location

  • Sherwood Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 129 reviews

    The Sherwood Guest House offers accommodation in Edinburgh. The property is set on ground and first floor of a terraced Georgian townhouse and is just a 20 minute walk to the city centre of...

    Everything was perfect - location, accommodation, breakfast, host...

  • Gifford House
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 216 reviews

    The friendly and welcoming Gifford House has free on street parking and is about 1.25 miles south of Princes Street and on a main bus route to Edinburgh city centre.

    Comfortable room friendly staff excellent breakfast

  • Glenalmond House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 382 reviews

    This Victorian guest house is 2.4 km from Edinburgh city centre, with easy access by bus. It has guaranteed free parking for each room, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated luxury rooms.

    Super friendly staff Great service Wonderful location

  • Cosy Double Room
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh, 1.1 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 2.1 km from Royal Mile, Cosy Double Room offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Amaryllis Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 223 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Amaryllis Guest House offers accommodation in Edinburgh, 600 metres from EICC. Free WiFi is available. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room.

    Lovely staff, very clean and beds are comfortable!

  • The Peach Room
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    The Peach Room, a property with a garden, is set in Edinburgh, 2 km from National Museum of Scotland, 2.3 km from The Real Mary King's Close, as well as 1.7 km from University of Edinburgh.

  • Dryden Gardens
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh and only 1.9 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, Dryden Gardens provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Clarin Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews

    With free private parking and free Wi-Fi, a 30-minute walk from the centre of Edinburgh, Clarin Guest House boasts an impressive winding staircase, a 32-inch flat-screen TV in its bedrooms, and modern...

    Everything.. Kim was lovely. My room smelled so nice.

  • Sonas Guesthouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 563 reviews

    With free parking and free WiFi, Sonas Guest House offers bright, cosy bedrooms. The historical Royal Mile and Holyrood Park are just a 20-minute walk away.

    Wonderful, friendly staff…located in a quiet part of town

  • Atlas Guest House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 746 reviews

    Situated in the centre of picturesque Edinburgh, this Georgian house is less than 15 minutes’ walk from the popular shops of Prince’s Street. It boasts free Wi-Fi available throughout.

    Clean and fresh. Most of all I could pray my Salah.

  • Ard Na Said
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 195 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 2 km from University of Edinburgh, Ard Na Said features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Room was beautiful bright and spaces, with stunning bathroom

  • Dorstan House
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,516 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, with Arthurs Seat nearby, Dorstan House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very nice location centre of city quite environment

  • AmarAgua Guest house
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 286 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodation, AmarAgua Guest house is situated in Edinburgh, 2.2 km from University of Edinburgh and 2.3 km from Royal Mile.

    Very clean, comfortable and breakfast was amazing.

  • 22 Chester Street
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 696 reviews

    Overlooking St Mary’s Cathedral, 22 Chester Street is situated in Edinburgh’s Georgian West End and features a garden area, Georgian furnishings and free WiFi in public areas.

    Superb place and lukas could not been more helpful 👍

  • Elder York Guest House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,845 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s New Town, the Elder York Guest House is 500 metres from Princes Street. Situated on the second floor, it offers easy access to the city’s sights and breakfasts.

    Breakfast was amazing, and the host Murry was very nice.

  • Sheen's House
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 278 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from University of Edinburgh and a 19-minute walk from EICC, Sheen's House provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

    The room is clean and quiet. The location is good.

  • No. 53 Frederick Street
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,132 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s central New Town just a minute’s walk from bustling Princes Street, this Georgian townhouse offers Wi-Fi. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is just 15 minutes’ walk away.

    Lovely clean comfortable room and a brilliant location

  • Beautiful king room in Leith Walk
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 130 reviews

    Beautiful king room in Leith Walk is situated in the Leith district of Edinburgh, 1.7 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, 2.1 km from Royal Mile and 2.4 km from Royal Yacht Britannia.

    The place was so cozy and very accessible to city centre

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