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Martin's Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse in Edinburgh

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Triple Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (GBP 12.50 per person)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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5 Granville Terrace, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH10 4PQ
  • Place, Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 78 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Petite Double Room, Ensuite

  • 78 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Ensuite

  • 139 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Cottage, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin or Double with Private Shower Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Merchiston, Martin's Guesthouse is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. Each of the 10 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse includes an electric kettle, a TV, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Usher Hall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Grassmarket - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Princes Street - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Edinburgh Castle - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 16 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Guys - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop Edinburgh Fountain Park - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kafe Kweer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Project Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Martin's Guesthouse

Victorian guesthouse in Edinburgh
A local mainstay since 1898, Martin's Guesthouse offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is offered for GBP 10 per day. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
22-inch TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, ironing boards, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1898
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Martin's Guesthouse
Martin's Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Martin's Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is situated in Merchiston within a short 20-minute walk of Grassmarket and also 17 minutes on foot from Usher Hall. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Martin's Guesthouse?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 10 per day.

Does Martin's Guesthouse feature a casino on the premises?

No, Martin's Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Martin's Guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Martin's Guesthouse?

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

Does Martin's Guesthouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Martin's Guesthouse offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Martin's Guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Martin's Guesthouse.

Does Martin's Guesthouse have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Martin's Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Martin's Guesthouse is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 11.3 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Martin's Guesthouse?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Martin's Guesthouse.

Martin's Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stephen is a wonderful host, the property was clean and beautiful, and we would love to go back. The location is great and the breakfasts were lovely. Every detail is thought of - truly an exceptional stay. Thank you, Stephen and your elves!

10/10 Excellent

Mathilde

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

Amazing, the perfect place to stay in Edinburgh

I had the best time at Martin's Guesthouse. I was in a "princess" room, very charming and comfortable, with an amazing bathroom. Everything was very clean and well tended. Most of all, Stephen was very welcoming and helpful,he gave me advice about sightseeing and the last day I could leave my bag at the guesthouse for the day until my flight. Also, it's an easy walk to the old city centre (under 20 minutes), to the Meadows and Holyrood parks...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

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

Adorable, Comfortable Stay

Loved the room, location, and staff who checked me in. Adored the view from my room as well. I was at the very top of the stairs; be prepared to carry your luggage up many stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Fab place

Great place, great location and fab host. Have used for years and will continue to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Huge room for just the 2 of us! Spotless and really comfy. Good breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

Friendly Edinburgh stop-over

We had to travel from the East Midlands up to Aberdeen for a funeral & stayed over in Edinburgh on the way up & coming back down. We couldn't have found a better place to stay. Everything is Covid-safe. We were able to order in a couple of takeaways in the evening & eat them in the dining room (there are plenty of good takeaways near by). Steven couldn't do enough for us and having a comfortable, relaxing port of call helped us through what would have been a very stressful few days. We were also able to stretch our legs in a nearby park on our last morning, having spent too many hours sat in the car, and saw a few of the sights before we left. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was very nice greeting us late, and the place was better than expected!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

CB, London

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was incredible. Great breakfast. Great room and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Clean room, comfortable bed, reasonable price

Clean and nice, comfortable bed, very good breakfast selection. Host is very helpful and informative. Sink in bathroom is so small it is difficult not to spill water when using it. Residential location is about 1/2 hour walk to Royal Mile. There are frequent buses, stopping very close to Martin's, which go to Princes street.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frode

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

A very good guesthouse

We enjoyed our all to brief stay at Martin's Guesthouse. Excellent service, very good breakfast. Could choose between 6-7 alternatives, all freshly prepared. Nice room, the bathroom was perhaps a tad small, but fully functional.I would definitively try to get a room here the next time we are back in Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wolfgang and the owner were very nice and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Great place

Great place, 15 minute walk to the Royal mile. Stayed in the cottage, breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very welcoming.

Excellent breakfast convenient to centre and onsite parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

CARMEN

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Definately recommend/stay again

Fantastic stay Friendly staff Lovely breakfast

8/10 Good

Rebecca, wisbech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Guest house was a pleasant atmosphere.friendly staff. A good breakfast choice. Decorated to a high standard. Bus route outside the front door.

8/10 Good

Michelle, Dayton, Ohio

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

Felt like staying with friends.

Sam Burns, the proprietor, gave us the warmest welcome we had anywhere in the UK. He treated us like friends. The whole staff was wonderful and did anything they could to make us comfortable. The house was charming and the sitting room brought strangers together to chat as friends. I loved it there and would gladly return.

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Simply amazing!

This was better than we expected! Such a pretty B&B and GREAT location! Thank you for making our vacation so great!

10/10 Excellent

Henk

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

Prettig verblijf, top!

Het verblijf in het guesthouse is ons zeer goed bevallen. De inrichting en de sfeer waren uitstekend. Het personeel zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Wij bevelen Martin's guesthouse van harte bij u aan.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Une adresse a partager

Très jolie chambre d'hôte avec une belle decoration, un personnel tres gréable mais trop discret, chambre confortable, super petit déjeuner et centre historique d'Edimbourg a 20 minutes à pied ou plus rapide en bus (l'arrêt est a côté de la maison)

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bett und Breakfirst

Leider unser Zimmer nicht so schön aus, wie in der Ansicht, obwohl wir ein Zimmer in der oberen Preiskategorie gebucht hatten

8/10 Good

Janet, oslo

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

Koselig overnatting m/frokost

Kjempehyggelig sted for overnatting m/frokost i Edinburgh. Rent og god plass på rommet. Grei gåavstand til sentrum. Dårlig på å svare på e-posthenvendelser i forkant av oppholdet, men det ordnet seg helt supert (trengte å få vite hvor vi fant nøkkel og at det var barneseng på rommet - sen ankomst)