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Edinburgh Holiday Guest House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Royal Mile

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Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Shower)
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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7 Minto Street, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1RG
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

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

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Deluxe Suite, Ensuite, Mountain View

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Single Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Shower)

Basic Triple Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Bath)

Basic Twin Room, Private Bathroom (External Private Bath)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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 Royal Mile. 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

  • University of Edinburgh - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Royal Mile - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Grassmarket - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Slateford Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪New Garden Grove - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cask & Barrel Southside - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leslie's Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Edinburgh Holiday Guest House

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Royal Mile
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 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

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
  • 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.

National rating

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 Summerhall. You'll also find Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle within a short drive.

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

Yes, self parking is available for a surcharge.

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.

Is Edinburgh Holiday Guest House good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include garden views and free Internet access.

Does Edinburgh Holiday Guest House have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

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 12.6 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House?

No, at Edinburgh Holiday Guest House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Edinburgh Holiday Guest House Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Charlene

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kimberley, Dunedin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
People were very sweet very clean However the Tv was 10inches on the furthest wall couldn’t see it with 4 channels Curtains did not keep room dark Breakfast food quality was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not cleaned prior to stay.

We paid £148.50 for one night (we had a 10% discount code for hotels.com so should have been more) and feel ripped off and did not get what we paid for. The room was covered in dust and not in a being ‘picky’ kind of way. It was all over the coffee/side tables etc. This is basic furniture that needs cleaning so it made us wonder what else hadn’t been cleaned. We then checked the bedding and there were bits all in that. Overall, this made us feel uncomfortable and gross. It didn’t help that we are unable to open the windows in any rooms. Regardless of the price, (e.g., if it was priced as what it was worth, £60-70 max) you expect a place you are staying to be cleaned. The access to the house was easy enough and location fine and the bath/shower we big enough. The lady cooking breakfast was lovely and prompt. There was cereals, bread (butter, jams) and cooked for food breakfast. The cooked breakfast was to order and you had the choice of: bacon, eggs, beans, sausage and hash-browns. I had eggs and bacon and couldnt eat it as it was too greasy for me with visible oil all over the plate. There was no ‘mountain view’ as described, more of an untidy garden view. Definitely would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Denis

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Don't judge a book by it's cover!

Location is great, very easy to get regular buses into the city centre. I had a single en suite room for one night. I'll start with the cons and then give the pros... Cons: - The room is soulless - The bed is super creaky -The TV is tiny and reception was poor on some channels - A mug would be preferable to a teacup - The digital combination locks are clever but they'd be better if they could be silenced as I could hear the ones for other rooms - There's a gap under the door so you can hear people walking and talking Pros: - The room was warm - It's at the rear of the property so no traffic noise - Sockets with USBs next to the bed - Plenty of tea and coffee - The bed was comfy The best? The owners were absolutely lovely! Breakfast isn't served until 8am, which is a little late for business travellers. I thought I'd need to skip it but when I mentioned this I was told I could actually get into the dining room at 7.45am whilst the room was being set up. This was perfect and allowed me to have the cold offerings and coffee - and put in my cooked breakfast order early so it was ready just after 8am! The breakfast was lovely - far better than the big name chains I usually stay at. The bread for toasting was good quality and had a seeded option, and the bacon was cooked exactly as I'd asked. In fact, I ate far more than I would usually!! When I was leaving I was met with a huge wave and wished well for my day. On balance it was an enjoyable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chingiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

8/10 Good

Emma

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

Nice room in a nice place conveniently located

Our stay here was great. The owners were available to advise on parking, shopping and restaurants. The nearby pub, the Old Bell, was a short walk and served good food and drink. There was also an Indian food restaurant that was excellent. All was good with our room. Parking is tight and requires 2 rows so the second row cars need to leave contact info (room no/name) if they need to move for a first row car to leave. Bus stop was very near and took us right to the Royal Mile, the Day Pass is a great option. Note that are several different room options, we had room 8 on the 2nd floor (level 1 in EU) lots of room and an ensuite bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

8/10 Good

Andy

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

10/10 Excellent

Ash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Holly

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

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Shapor

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina

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