Abbotsford Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile

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Deluxe Family Suite | Bathroom | Hair dryer
Restaurant
Bathroom | Hair dryer
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 12.95 per person)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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36 Pilrig street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 5AL
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Small Double Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Leith within a short walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Abbotsford Guest House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Princes Street. This 9-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, express check-in, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Princes Street - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Royal Mile - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey Leith - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harp & Castle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tepuy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Origano - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Best Kebab House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Abbotsford Guest House

Guesthouse in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile
At Abbotsford Guest House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. This guesthouse also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Coffee makers, free local calls, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 15 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 15 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Abbotsford Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Leith within a short 13-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and also 19 minutes on foot from Princes Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Abbotsford Guest House?

As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abbotsford Guest House on Nov 2, 2025 start from $71.14, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Abbotsford Guest House?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Does Abbotsford Guest House have a casino on the premises?

No, Abbotsford Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Abbotsford Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Abbotsford Guest House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Abbotsford Guest House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Abbotsford Guest House offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Abbotsford Guest House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Abbotsford Guest House.

Does Abbotsford Guest House have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

What is the closest airport to Abbotsford Guest House?

The closest major airport to Abbotsford Guest House is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 10 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Abbotsford Guest House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Abbotsford Guest House.