Blossom Guest House

3.0 star property

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted artwork, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A spiral staircase with a floral-patterned carpet and white balusters.
A bookstore with shelves stocked with books and magazines, a 'Book Here' sign, and a 'No Smoking' sign on the door.
A staircase with a potted plant, a wooden door labeled "PRIVATE," and a carpeted floor with a patterned rug.
A corner building with a 'Vacancies' sign, a 'Guest House' sign, and a parked car in front.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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8 Minto Street, 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)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Single Room Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room with Ensuite

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room with 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Newington within a short walk of University of Edinburgh, Blossom Guest House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Royal Mile. The 8 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse include coffee makers, TVs, and pillowtop beds.

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
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Verdo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Steel Coulson Southside - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Blossom Guest House

Guests staying at Blossom Guest House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a garden. Self parking is available for GBP 15 per day. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 21-inch TVs with digital channels and DVD players. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1886
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 30 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

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.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 15 per day
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 30 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 3:00 AM

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is 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.
  • 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, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Blossom Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Newington, just steps from National Library of Scotland, and within a 10-minute walk of Queen's Hall and The Meadows. You'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Blossom Guest House?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 15 per day.

Does Blossom Guest House include a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Blossom Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Blossom Guest House?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include a pillowtop mattress and a garden.

Does Blossom Guest House have a hot tub?

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

Does Blossom Guest House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Blossom Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Blossom Guest House have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Blossom Guest House?

The closest major airport to Blossom Guest House is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 13.9 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Blossom Guest House?

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

Blossom Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 261 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great property and I highly recommend staying there. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
best price for a very good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eszter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute little place, clean, safe and walkable to the center of Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mircea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners and within walking distance of many landmarks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Tanniemola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice basic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very kind and accommodating would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

Cute Guest House

It was a short 30 minute walk to the City Center in a great area with lots of nice restaurants and coffee shops nearby. The room had beautiful huge windows and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

Good place to stay!

The check in and out was very handy no issues. The room was clean and very comfortable and had everything you needed. In a great location with a bus stop into town literally right across the road- the hosts were on site if needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well kept, the hosts were very pleasant and helpful. It had everything we needed for a short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, good beds, good shower friendly owner, close to city everything was fine
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Hiren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay near the main Edinburgh with a bus stop 1 min walk away
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dusty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walking distance to the Royal Mile.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A warm welcoming and a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, in walkable distance to everything. Very friendly and helpful staff, would reccomend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Faik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and confy room, quiet neighbourhood at a walking distance from the center.It was such a pleasant stay for us, we’ll surely go back there another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Aurelian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming people, cozy, quiet and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very quiet, easy to walk into Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The guest house was great for what i needed. Location was perfect - lots of buses that stop right outside and take you directly up to the city centre, but also easily walkable as well. The guest house is also close to the start of trails for Arthur’s Seat. It was very easy to check in and check out, and the guest house was super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

federica

Very well organised cosy venue
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. very helpful and kind staff as well who are keen to go above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very fast and easy. Host was very helpful and kind. Excellent location, near atttactions, transit, places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful proprietor allowed to check in earlier, Nice experience would use again, clean, tidy , comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a small room with an en-suite and it was perfect for my visit to Edinburgh. Clean, comfortable, and convenient! I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot really put into words how perfect this guesthouse was. I came to Edinburgh to see the Fringe and i must say the Bloosom Guest House was fantastic and exactly what I needed
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024