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Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Front of property
Property grounds

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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18 West Preston Street, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH8 9PU
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Garden View

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Southside within a short walk of University of Edinburgh, Sakura Edinburgh Guest House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Royal Mile. The 7 rooms at this guesthouse include coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • The Meadows - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queen's Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grassmarket - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Royal Mile - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 19 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Southern Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Summerhall Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Dick - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sakura Edinburgh Guest House

Guests staying at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1890
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

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, debit cards, and cash
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sakura Edinburgh
Sakura House Edinburgh Scotland
Sakura House Hotel Edinburgh
Sakura Edinburgh Guest House Guesthouse
Sakura Edinburgh House house
Sakura Edinburgh Edinburgh
Sakura Edinburgh Guest House Edinburgh
Sakura Edinburgh Guest House Guesthouse
Sakura Edinburgh Guest House Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

Sakura Edinburgh Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House on Jun 15, 2026 start from $132, 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.

What's there to do close to Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Southside within a short 18-minute walk of Royal Mile and also 19 minutes on foot from Grassmarket. You'll also find Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Sakura Edinburgh Guest House feature a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

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

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

No, Sakura Edinburgh Guest House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sakura Edinburgh Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

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

How far is the airport from Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

The closest major airport to Sakura Edinburgh Guest House is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.4 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Sakura Edinburgh Guest House.

Sakura Edinburgh Guest House Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 489 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 489 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 489 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 489 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 489 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, highly recommend would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cheap, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Lovely Place, reccomend

Lovely stay and very comfortable bed, was nicely surprised how nice and spacious the room was. Great for the price and close to train station/ bus routes/ and city centre. Staff was lovely and attentive. Would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was small and basic but comfortable enough for a base to explore the city. Plenty of eateries available nearby and regular buses into the centre for those who don’t fancy a twenty minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No problems, friendly helpful staff, comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Athol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a basic place, not fancy but clean,quiet and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I had a room with an ensuite bathroom which was small but functional. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice host, affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fine and the owner contacted me as I was arriving late.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable to the Mile
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Tamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and good location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service

It’s okay

Basic guest house in a great location. Check -in/check-out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cosy room, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A bit dated and was down in basement
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location Comfortable room Very well appointed. Fridge, kettle, coffees, teas, creamer, water. Friendly, accommodating host. We were in room 2 in the back. It was very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Near University. Well connected
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable room, clean shared bathroom facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

neil

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient and friendly but poor condition.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet good access to the City spots
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location Decent spacious room, has everything needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Nopphadaj

The bed was comfortable but the layout it a bit unpractically. The hrleater low on the temperature it couldn't make the room warmer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s ideal for one night stay over before leaving in the early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly location manager, great provisions on site, can't fault anything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mathias

Okay for the price

Small room in a basement, thick carpet, small bathroom. Fair price and not in a bad area. Felt a little old.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down, but only accommodation available in Edinburgh. Get what you pay for and still overpriced!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked it was near the city centre. I didn't like the noisy front window (garbage keeper, pub)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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