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Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Kingston Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This guest house features free private parking and luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms. Very clean, comfortable bed. Helpful staff Minutes away from a main bus route.

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9.2
Superb
287 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Located in Edinburgh within 2 km of Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.3 km of Edinburgh Playhouse, The Room provides rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 1.8 km from Royal Mile, 2.4 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.5 km from National Museum of Scotland. University of Edinburgh is 3.1 km away and Edinburgh Castle is 3.3 km from the guest house. The host was really nice and accommodating, the room had everything we needed and it was exceptionally clean. The location is great due to proximity to lots of restaurants and public transportation.

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9
Superb
150 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

Situated in Edinburgh and only 300 metres from Edinburgh Zoo, House Aurora features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated homestay is located 2.9 km from Murrayfield Stadium and 4 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out for guests. It's a very beautiful and comfortable place The host is friendly Everything was great

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9.3
Superb
148 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, the recently renovated 4 Friends House features accommodation 1.3 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 3.1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can access the guest house via private entrance. Such a wonderful place!! Eric at the reception gave me a warm welcome and showed me around the place and even helped carry my bags up two floors, Lukas and Silvia too were so helpful with anything that I needed and so friendly, The place is spic and span. And you can always go to the kitchen and help yourself to tea, coffee, milk, bread, cornflakes, etc. The bus stop is just outside and the Coop too. Walking distance to landmarks like the Royal Yacht Britannia, Leith waterside, etc. The name befits the place - I truly felt I had visited my friend's house!!

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9.3
Superb
589 reviews
Price from
US$82
per night

Situated in Edinburgh and only 1.8 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 The Real Mary King's Close and 2.8 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 2.5 km from National Museum of Scotland. Absolutely loved the Lauderville guest house. Host was incredible and nothing was too much to ask. The four poster room was incredibly cosy and the perfect setting for our Christmas break.

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9.4
Superb
172 reviews
Price from
US$187
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Waverley station, Edinburgh Playhouse and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi. The property is around 2.6 km from University of Edinburgh, 2.7 km from Edinburgh Castle and 2.9 km from Royal Yacht Britannia. Located in the Broughton district, the guest house is within 6.2 km of Arthurs Seat. The property was close to the tram line and very easy to get to. The room was lovely with 2 twin beds, which was very much appreciated! So many options for breakfast and the food was excellent and fresh. I also appreciated the variety of teas and hot chocolate in the room.

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9
Superb
769 reviews
Price from
US$59
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 90 metres from Portobello Beach and 4.5 km from Arthurs Seat. Royal Yacht Britannia is 6.5 km from the guest house and Royal Mile is 6.6 km away. We're absolutely in love with this guesthouse and are definitely planning on coming back for the next trip to Edinburgh. Sinead and Chris were so sweet and helpful and forthcoming, the location was really great (and we've only travelled by bus, which was no problem at all), the view in the sea-facing room is fantastic, we've slept heavenly in those comfy beds, and the breakfast is a MUST. 10/10 recommendation!

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9.8
Exceptional
111 reviews

Set in East Calder and only 15 km from Forth Bridge, Ashcroft Farmhouse offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Located 16 km from Murrayfield Stadium, the property provides a garden. Edinburgh Zoo is 16 km from the guest house and Hopetoun House is 18 km away. Great host (Elizabeth). Best Breakfast all over Scotland.

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9.1
Superb
188 reviews
Price from
US$171
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, within 15 km of Forth Bridge and 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium, 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 16 km from Edinburgh Zoo, 17 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre and 18 km from Hopetoun House. The Real Mary King's Close is 19 km from the guest house and University of Edinburgh is 20 km away. The establishment was quite small - only three rooms - but that only adds to the charm. The rooms are clean, charming, and equipped with everything you might need, with the exception of a microwave and refrigerator. The bathroom was very clean. The owner was an absolute dream. She was nice and very helpful. I had the vegetarian breakfast and it was delicious. There is a bus stop two minutes away which is very convenient if you plan to ride the bus into the city center. The fare for a single trip on the bus, since it is a Lothian country bus, is £3 and you must have exact change to buy a ticket on the bus.

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9.1
Superb
271 reviews
Price from
US$158
per night

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Sheens House provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property has city and quiet street views, and is 1 km from University of Edinburgh. The guest house features family rooms. The room was very clean and had all the basic services. There was a fridge and a microwave, so we could prepare small food for bringing during the day. We found a folder with all information and recommendations for our holiday in Edinburgh, very helpful! The indications were clear from booking to the stay, and good communication with the staff. They provided water, coffee and teas. The accommodation is only 15 mins walking distance from the city center, passing by a nice park close by. A pleasant stay, and definitely coming back next time in Edinburgh! Thanks John! 😁

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9.1
Superb
340 reviews
Price from
US$221
per night

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