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Alpha Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near University of Edinburgh

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Meeting facility
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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included

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19 Old Dalkeith, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 4TE
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Infirmary
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in The Inch, Alpha Guest House is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. This 4-room, 3-star guesthouse has conveniences like free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Craigmillar Castle - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Holyrood Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Royal Infirmary - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min drive
  • Shawfair Station - 8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Haldi - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dehli Diner - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Alpha Guest House

Guesthouse with free parking, near University of Edinburgh
You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Alpha Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Alpha Guest House?

Alpha Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Alpha Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in The Inch, close to Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Grassmarket. You'll also find Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Alpha Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Alpha Guest House have a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Alpha Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Alpha Guest House?

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

Does Alpha Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Alpha Guest House offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

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

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

Are there connecting rooms at Alpha Guest House?

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

Where is the closest airport to Alpha Guest House?

The closest major airport to Alpha Guest House is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 13.7 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Alpha Guest House?

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

Alpha Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend....

We stayed here for an overnight stay prior to a hospital appointment. It was excellent in all aspects. The room was spotless, fresh and inviting. It was ideally situated, easy to find and parking available. Comfortable bed and lovely crisp bedding all added to the experience. We had a delicious breakfast....I would highly recommend and we will certainly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little find

What a lovely little find and with a bus service to Edinburgh centre right outside the front door. Very very comfy bed , slept better than i had in weeks. Lovely couple that run the B&B . At first i thought the bathroom was very small but considering the size of the property i thought it was great use of a small space. Didnt have breakfast as i was out early both days. Highly recommend and if i have to come back to the city i may just book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit to Edinburgh

Would return to the Alpha anytime I need to use a b & b in Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely little guest house. Beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. Owner was very welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was also excellent with lots of choice of good quality items. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy Stay

Comfortable place to stay as I was working at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend in Edinburgh

The Alpha Guest House was our base for a family birthday weekend in Edinburgh and the owners were wonderful in all aspects of the stay. From our arrival through to our departure after a great breakfast could not be faulted! I would definitely come back as the location, value for money and quality of the Guest House was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location to city.

Comfortable and clean. Nice hosts. Good location to the city. Quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

nerida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place in Edinburgh

Alpha Guest House was a great base for us in Edinburgh. Outside the city centre, hence quiet but easy to get to and from the centre by bus. Just remember to either pre-purchase your bus tickets or have the exact fare (as they do not give change on the buses). Our host was lovely and even made use a "take-away" breakfast for the morning when we did a bus trip and had an early start. Will stay again when next in Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Joe

Another night away

I cannot comment about this establishment as when I arrived I was told I was staying at The Acorn Lodge which was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Trrobin11, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice B&B with great staff. Very accommodating and helpful. Great Scottish breakfast and friendly staff. Convenient to City Centre with bus stop just out the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Handy for hospital appointment.

Stayed overnight as had hospital appointment next day. Bus stops at door going and returning. Very handy. Owner lovely lady and very helpful. Superb breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Gordon, Buckinghamshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice very friendly hotel

Nice small hotel with very comfortable room, easy parking right by road into town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

margaret, ayrshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good accommodation handy for town

Excellent value including full break fast. Comfy bed lovely sheets and fluffy towels. Good Base for travelling on bus to town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ralph, Yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable guest hose close to bus transport

Very welcoming helpful staff , comfortable clean twin room , with facilities, excellent breakfast, bus stops nearby, and shopping centre close by..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Lori, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleasant experience.

As previously mentioned, it was a lovely experience and we would recommend The Alpha to anyone wanting a relaxing and pleasant stay in Edinburg.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Convenient bus stop to town

The Alpha guest house is actually Aaron's lodge, a3min drive away. Our double bed ensuite room is quite small with no room for large luggages. Beside from the room size, the owners were very nice and allows us to park for the day we checked out to tour Edinburgh old town center, which is definitely not a place you want to drive. There is a bus stop right in front of the lodge . Number 33,49 and 8 takes you to town center.

10/10 Excellent

Sheena, Arbroath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in lovely area

We were just staying for a couple of nights as we wanted to go to the Registry Office to look into our family tree. I spotted this accommodation online and it seemed to have a good write up so I went ahead and booked it. The good write up was definitely right as we had a lovely couple of days. The room was lovely and our hosts ( Louis and Ada ) were really nice. The breakfast was first class and plenty of it. We would definitely recommend The Alpha Guest House and if we were through to Edinburgh again we know where we will be staying again.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic for hopping on bus into Edinburgh

6/10 Okay

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very efficient service if that is what you are looking for.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean and comfortable

Very good nights sleep and great breakfast in morning

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