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Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Kingston Guesthouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. This guest house features free private parking and luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms. Literally the best stay. It was super clean, and the room was so spacious. 10/10

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9.2
Superb
308 reviews
Price from
US$84
per night

Located in Edinburgh within 2 km of Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.3 km of Edinburgh Playhouse, The Room provides rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 1.8 km from Royal Mile, 2.4 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.5 km from National Museum of Scotland. University of Edinburgh is 3.1 km away and Edinburgh Castle is 3.3 km from the guest house. Clean room. Great location. Within walking distance for many attractions including cafes, restaurants, shopping.

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9.1
Superb
166 reviews
Price from
US$105
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, the recently renovated 4 Friends House features accommodation 1.3 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 3.1 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can access the guest house via private entrance. Lovely room with a bathroom built inside. I loved the small bath. The staff was nice and helpfull. Free coffee and tea each day.

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9.3
Superb
617 reviews
Price from
US$67
per night

Situated in Edinburgh and only 1.8 km from University of Edinburgh, Lauderville guest house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has city views and is 2.7 km from The Real Mary King's Close and 2.8 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 2.5 km from National Museum of Scotland. Comfy, clean, Simon is very nice and does a great job.

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9.3
Superb
176 reviews
Price from
US$189
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Waverley station, Edinburgh Playhouse and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi. The property is around 2.6 km from University of Edinburgh, 2.7 km from Edinburgh Castle and 2.9 km from Royal Yacht Britannia. Located in the Broughton district, the guest house is within 6.2 km of Arthurs Seat. The staff are very friendly, the food is good and the rooms are really nice. Not too far from the center to walk but in a quiet area.

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9.1
Superb
756 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Offering city views, Sheridan Guest House is an accommodation situated in Edinburgh, 2.8 km from Edinburgh Waverley station and 2.8 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. The 4-star guest house has garden views and is 1.7 km from Royal Yacht Britannia. Royal Mile is 3.1 km from the guest house and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 3.4 km away. Sheridan Guest House is a gem! Looking back at all other places we stayed at during our trip in Scotland, I can honestly say that this was the best place we stayed at. The owners are incredibly kind, welcoming and helpful. The house is filled with charm and warmth. The breakfast is truly spectacular. I cannot recommend it enough!!

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9.8
Exceptional
183 reviews

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Straven Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property features quiet street views and is 90 metres from Portobello Beach and 4.5 km from Arthurs Seat. Royal Yacht Britannia is 6.5 km from the guest house and Royal Mile is 6.6 km away. The breakfast was splendid, with lots to choose from. Sinead had a lot of tips for us what to visit in Edinburgh and how to travel by bus. Easy parking

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9.8
Exceptional
111 reviews

Set in East Calder and only 15 km from Forth Bridge, Ashcroft Farmhouse offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Located 16 km from Murrayfield Stadium, the property provides a garden. Edinburgh Zoo is 16 km from the guest house and Hopetoun House is 18 km away. Elizabeth is the quintessential host! She epitomizes why we hike in Scotland every year - kind, warm, welcoming people! She arranged our taxi to the airport seamlessly.

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9
Superb
187 reviews

Situated in Edinburgh, within 15 km of Forth Bridge and 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium, Whitecroft B&B features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 16 km from Edinburgh Zoo, 17 km from Edinburgh International Conference Centre and 18 km from Hopetoun House. The Real Mary King's Close is 19 km from the guest house and University of Edinburgh is 20 km away. Lovely welcome, very clean and comfortable, super breakfast

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9.1
Superb
271 reviews
Price from
US$160
per night

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Sheens House provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property has city and quiet street views, and is 1 km from University of Edinburgh. The guest house features family rooms. great location...love the bars down the street and could walk everywhere. Rooms were large, clean and like the charm and character of the home and rooms.

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9.1
Superb
343 reviews
Price from
US$128
per night

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