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Edinburgh Holiday Guest House

Property class: 3

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A sign for the Edinburgh Holiday Guest House, including contact number and amenities like en-suite/shower, free WiFi, and parking.
A Yale door lock on a white door.
A hallway with a patterned wallpaper, a white door, and a staircase with white railings.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a chandelier, a television on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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7 Minto Street, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1RG
  • Place, National Library of Scotland
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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A Yale door lock on a white door.

Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, purple and white bedding, orange pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a floral wallpaper.

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite, Mountain View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, a floral wallpaper, and a door with a sign.

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two single beds, a small desk with a kettle, and a wall-mounted light.

Basic Twin Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Bath)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Newington within a short walk of University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Holiday Guest House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Grassmarket. This 7-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast and a computer station.
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What's nearby

  • National Library of Scotland - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Holyrood Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Meadows - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Dick - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Holiday Guest House

Guests staying at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House enjoy free WiFi in public areas and a computer station. Onsite parking is available for a fee. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Visa

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Edinburgh Holiday Guest House
Edinburgh Holiday
Edinburgh Holiday Guest House Scotland
Edinburgh Holiday Guest House B&B
Edinburgh Holiday Edinburgh
Edinburgh Holiday Guest House Edinburgh
Edinburgh Holiday Guest House Bed & breakfast
Edinburgh Holiday Guest House Bed & breakfast Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Edinburgh Holiday Guest House?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Newington, just steps from National Library of Scotland, and within a 10-minute walk of Royal Commonwealth Pool and The Meadows. You'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House?

As of Oct 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House on Oct 25, 2026 start from $146, including 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.

Does Edinburgh Holiday Guest House have a casino on the premises?

No, Edinburgh Holiday Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Does Edinburgh Holiday Guest House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Edinburgh Holiday Guest House offers free breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Edinburgh Holiday Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House.

What is the closest airport to Edinburgh Holiday Guest House?

The closest major airport to Edinburgh Holiday Guest House is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 12.8 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Edinburgh Holiday Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 136 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Very helpful. Breakfast was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Lots of stairs but quiet room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room, excellent communications and easy to get access to room. Perfect for a simple 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Room comfort
Great location - fine for a night in Edinburgh
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was extremely accommodating and friendly. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and good breakfast. The property would be much better with a deep clean and some new towels and sheets.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, very welcoming and friendly. Good breakfast selection. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and ease of checking in. The room was clean and bright.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay for a weekend trip to Edinburgh. Lovely room, great food and service, fantastic location. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love my stay here! My room was clean, comfortable and had the most comfortable bed ever! I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, helped us get our luggage inside and very friendly welcome. Showed us to our room and showed us how to use locks, and let us know to reach out for any help we needed. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delighted with my stay! Simple but very quiet & clean single en-suite room (No.3 on 1st floor) overlooking the rear garden. Nice selection of breakfast options, pleasant manager(s) with excellent & speedy communication, parking outside, & the ‘Old Town’ within walking distance. Thanks Duncan & Mei: you’ll be my first choice the next time I visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. I had issues with online booking, rang hotel and very helpful reply. Would recommend staying at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and Comfortable.

I was made very welcome and the establishment was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host is good and approachable,good for a stop over to the tattoo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Comfortable and convenient

Comfortable and convenient. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The included breakfast is very delicious, the location can be reached by buses. Even walking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To describe the property and room as basic would be an exaggeration. The only redeeming factor was the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Enjoyed our visit

Great staff. Room could have done with an overhaul as a bit dated. Expensive due to Tattoo and in city. 30 min walk to the castle.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Host was fine, room was sufficient, lousy bed & pillows. Noisy room on main drag.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024