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Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh Waverley station and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace. The property is around 2.3 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 2.4 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.7 km from The Real Mary King's Close. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside.

All units in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Every unit is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom, while certain rooms have a patio and some have garden views.

The room was very comfortable and cozy, equipped with everything necessary for a short stay. The breakfast was also very generous, other than delicious. However, the best part was the owner's hospitality and kindness.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,079 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Boasting a shared lounge, West End Townhouse is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in the centre of Edinburgh, close to EICC. The property has city views and is 1.8 km from The Real Mary King's Close and 1.7 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 1.5 km away.

At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels.

Excellent t stay close to all popular locations. Carole foes out of her way to let you feel at home.

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9.9
Exceptional
122 reviews
Price from
£298
per night

At the guest house, units have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The guest house features some units with mountain views, and the units have a kettle. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free.

Really clear advance info from Alia on access to Roost Hill, buses etc. She was super-helpful & kind during the stay, with prompt replies to queries. Spotless room, with careful, creative attention to making it attractive, welcoming & comfortable. Shower room well designed in a compact space. Plenty of tea/coffee on the hospitality tray with extras available on a help yourself basis. Excellent value for money & the room is smarter than many that charge more! We were in Edinburgh for The Fringe & usually stay in the city centre but prices were so high this year we chose to stay a little further out & use the bus. Roost Hill was in a fantastic location for this - the no 33 bus is so close by it was as easy as being further into the city, & it runs 3x per hour, is reliable & tickets are only £2 a single for any distance, it seemed. The location was great for the city centre, & the hospitality & presentation of Roost Hill were excellent. We were able to leave bags safely when we arrived very early, & leave them securely at the end of our stay & return to collect them later so it was very convenient. Alia is doing a great job at Roost Hill - thank you!

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9
Superb
274 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

The Hedges features accommodation situated 1.4 km from the centre of Edinburgh and offers a garden and a terrace. This 5-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service. The property is close to popular attractions like Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, National Museum of Scotland and The Real Mary King's Close.

With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi. At the guest house, some units are fitted with a kettle and chocolates or cookies.

Paul and Yvonne were delightful and thought of every detail to make our stay the best. Highly recommend the hedges.

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9.3
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
£165
per night

At the guest house, every unit has a desk and a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the guest house, units have bed linen and towels.

The most beautiful room we ever were

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9.3
Superb
154 reviews
Price from
£196.50
per night

The guest house offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer and shower. The guest house offers some units with garden views, and all units are fitted with a coffee machine. At the guest house, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

Tom and his wife were excellent hosts and the property was top class. Breakfasts fabulous. Highly recommend.

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9.6
Exceptional
240 reviews
Price from
£220
per night

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 100 metres from Portobello Beach and 5.7 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. Royal Mile is 5.9 km from the guest house and Edinburgh Waverley station is 6.3 km away.

The guest house features certain units with sea views, and all units include a private bathroom.

Chris and Sinead were incredible hosts and made us feel at home from check-in. The breakfast each morning was something we looked forward to each day. It was restaurant quality (wife asked for a recipe) and the soft background music (personal note here) was spot on. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The property is located near a bus stop, so getting around isn’t an issue. Lastly, it’s a 2 minute (max) skip down to the beach. It’s one block away.

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9.7
Exceptional
103 reviews

The guest house offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries and shower. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. At the guest house, every unit includes bed linen and towels.

Great owners. Very hospitable. Excellent breakfast.

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9
Superb
339 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

Situated in Edinburgh, within 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium and 16 km of Edinburgh Zoo, 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 18 km from EICC, 19 km from National Museum of Scotland and 19 km from The Real Mary King's Close. Edinburgh Castle is 20 km from the guest house and Hopetoun House is 20 km away.

It was perfect ! Tasty and various options for breakfast, cleanliness, location and availability of Lorna. Everything was good during my stay. Thank you so much Lorna.

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9.3
Superb
311 reviews

At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units feature a seating area and/or a patio with outdoor furniture. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies.

The place is clean and the owner, Lynda, is helpful and accommodating. I love the shower, great water pressure. Nearby, the Mid Yoken bar is nice for a beer. The price being low, I was expecting less. I was happily surprised and would not hesitate staying longer next time.

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9.2
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

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  • Barony House
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 90 reviews

    Set in a Victorian terraced villa, this guest accommodation offers free private parking just 1 mile from Edinburgh’s city centre.

    Fabulous hosts. Fantastic cooked to order breakfast.

  • Ben Cruachan Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,079 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh Waverley station and Royal Mile, Ben Cruachan Guest House features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace.

    Good location, clean. So comfortable, lovely staff

  • West End Townhouse
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 122 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, West End Townhouse is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in the centre of Edinburgh, close to EICC.

    Fantastic location, brilliant host, loved everything about it.

  • Roost Hill Guest House - Free Parking
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 274 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Roost Hill Guest House - Free Parking offers accommodation with patio, around 2 km from Arthurs Seat.

    Location was great, house was great, room was great

  • The Hedges
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 135 reviews

    The Hedges features accommodation situated 1.4 km from the centre of Edinburgh and offers a garden and a terrace. This 5-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service.

    Small, boutique guest house which felt so personal.

  • Lauderville guest house
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 154 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 1.9 km from University of Edinburgh, Lauderville guest house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    had everything we needed and location was just great

  • Sheridan Guest House
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 240 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, Sheridan Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Edinburgh, 1.5 km from Royal Yacht Britannia.

    The host very attentive and knowledgeable of the area..

  • Straven Guesthouse
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 103 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Straven Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Exceptional host - very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful.

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  • Falcon Crest Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 339 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Falcon Crest Guest House is located in Edinburgh, 2.8 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse.

    Great owners. Very hospitable. Excellent breakfast.

  • Whitecroft B&B
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 311 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, within 16 km of Murrayfield Stadium and 16 km of Edinburgh Zoo, Whitecroft B&B features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...

    Quaint wee room, gracious host, awesome breakfast.

  • Ingleneuk Bed and Breakfast
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 127 reviews

    Set in Edinburgh and only 3.4 km from Edinburgh Zoo, Ingleneuk Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Linda our hostess was so very helpful, going beyond the expected. So grateful.

  • Peggyslea Farm B&B
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 704 reviews

    Peggyslea Farm B&B has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Edinburgh, 21 km from EICC.

    It was very comfy, clean and breakfast was brilliant.

  • 18 Craigmillar Park
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 673 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, 2.1 km from University of Edinburgh, 18 Craigmillar Park boasts a sun terrace and views of the city. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Loved the location very convenient to get into the city

  • Craigievar Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 414 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh, Craigievar Guest House provides accommodation with access to a garden. Complimentary WiFi is offered.

    Room was lovely & clean, and staff was super friendly

  • Six Brunton Place Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 560 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, Six Brunton Place Guest House is a historic bed and breakfast that provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace.

    Very cozy place and Hilary is lovely. The breakfast was really good!

  • Brig O'Doon Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 840 reviews

    Brig O'Doon Guest House is located in Edinburgh, 2.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse, 3.2 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, as well as 3.3 km from The Real Mary King's Close.

    The owner is very nice! The location is next to buses

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  • Castle Park Guest House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 402 reviews

    A family-run property set in a Victorian house, Castle Park Guest House is located 0.4 miles from the Bruntsfield Links Park and 1 mile from The National Museum of Scotland.

    Unbelievable attention to detail by the two lovely owners

  • A Room in the City - West
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 494 reviews

    Centrally located, just 19 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle, A Room in the City - West is set in a building dating back to 1700s.

    Homely and friendly atmosphere. Delicious breakfast.

  • Albyn Townhouse
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 566 reviews

    The Albyn Townhouse is a generous 4-storey, 19th-century traditional town house.

    Gorgeous house, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.

  • McCrae's Bed and Breakfast
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 165 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh's historic New Town and 15 minutes' walk from the city centre, the family-run McCrae's Bed and Breakfast is a traditional 19th-century property with a mix of period and modern...

    Great location and very cosy and very god service.

  • Kingsway Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 72 reviews

    Kingsway Guest House is set in Newington and one mile from Edinburgh's Royal Mile and old town.

    Good breakfast. Hosts are very helpful. Free parking.

  • Gladstone House
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 175 reviews

    Gladstone House is an elegant 4-star with free private parking, less than a mile from Edinburgh city centre. The rooms offer wide-screen digital TVs and free Wi-Fi.

    Gorgeous Victorian building with lots of character.

  • Gifford House
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 211 reviews

    The friendly and welcoming Gifford House has free on street parking and is about 1.25 miles south of Princes Street and on a main bus route to Edinburgh city centre.

    Comfortable room friendly staff excellent breakfast

  • Sherwood Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 126 reviews

    The Sherwood Guest House offers accommodation in Edinburgh. The property is set on ground and first floor of a terraced Georgian townhouse and is just a 20 minute walk to the city centre of...

    Everything was perfect - location, accommodation, breakfast, host...

  • Amaryllis Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 214 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Amaryllis Guest House offers accommodation in Edinburgh, 600 metres from EICC. Free WiFi is available. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room.

    Lovely staff, very clean and beds are comfortable!

  • Clarin Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews

    With free private parking and free Wi-Fi, a 30-minute walk from the centre of Edinburgh, Clarin Guest House boasts an impressive winding staircase, a 32-inch flat-screen TV in its bedrooms, and modern...

    Everything.. Kim was lovely. My room smelled so nice.

  • Sonas Guesthouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 548 reviews

    With free parking and free WiFi, Sonas Guest House offers bright, cosy bedrooms. The historical Royal Mile and Holyrood Park are just a 20-minute walk away.

    Wonderful, friendly staff…located in a quiet part of town

  • Atlas Guest House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 732 reviews

    Situated in the centre of picturesque Edinburgh, this Georgian house is less than 15 minutes’ walk from the popular shops of Prince’s Street. It boasts free Wi-Fi available throughout.

    Clean and fresh. Most of all I could pray my Salah.

  • Elder York Guest House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,819 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s New Town, the Elder York Guest House is 500 metres from Princes Street. Situated on the second floor, it offers easy access to the city’s sights and breakfasts.

    Breakfast was amazing, and the host Murry was very nice.

  • Sheen's House
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 267 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from University of Edinburgh and a 19-minute walk from EICC, Sheen's House provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

    The room is clean and quiet. The location is good.

  • 22 Chester Street
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 677 reviews

    Overlooking St Mary’s Cathedral, 22 Chester Street is situated in Edinburgh’s Georgian West End and features a garden area, Georgian furnishings and free WiFi in public areas.

    Superb place and lukas could not been more helpful 👍

  • No. 53 Frederick Street
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,105 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s central New Town just a minute’s walk from bustling Princes Street, this Georgian townhouse offers Wi-Fi. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is just 15 minutes’ walk away.

    Lovely clean comfortable room and a brilliant location

  • Beautiful king room in Leith Walk
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 131 reviews

    Beautiful king room in Leith Walk is situated in the Leith district of Edinburgh, 1.7 km from Edinburgh Waverley station, 2.1 km from Royal Mile and 2.4 km from Royal Yacht Britannia.

    The place was so cozy and very accessible to city centre

  • Fraoch House
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 213 reviews

    This stylish guest house is 2.4 km from Princes Street, with easy access by bus. It has free Wi-Fi, free on street parking and modern rooms with digital flat-screen TVs with DVD players.

    The staff....were very friendly and helped with everything we needed.

  • Lantern Guest House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 115 reviews

    Lantern Guest House is located just an 8-minute walk away from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. All rooms have a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and an en-suite bathroom.

    Great location, cosy room, good service Nice host

  • Ashgrove House
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,246 reviews

    This Victorian building is on the A8 into the city centre, 500 metres from Edinburgh Haymarket Rail Station. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated rooms.

    Great location. The room was clean and comfortable.

  • Queen Charlotte Guesthouse
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 96 reviews

    Well situated in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Queen Charlotte Guesthouse is set 1.2 km from The Real Mary King's Close, 1.2 km from Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.2 km from...

    Cleaning everyday, best location, comfortable beds

  • Southside Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,264 reviews

    This stylish, family-run guest house is close to Edinburgh city centre and has easy access by bus. It has free Wi-Fi and attractive rooms with Freeview TVs and DVD players.

    It was very comfortable and host was very welcoming

  • New Town Guest House (Adults Only)
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,228 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, 1.8 km from EICC and 2.1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, New Town Guest House (Adults Only) provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

    Location was excellent, the facilities were lovely

  • Capital House
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 248 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh and only 1.7 km from University of Edinburgh, Capital House provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Perfect location for seeing the sights in Edinburgh.

  • Capital Guest House
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews

    Located in Edinburgh, 1.7 km from University of Edinburgh and 2.3 km from National Museum of Scotland, Capital Guest House provides garden views and free WiFi.

    Best host you can get! Beautiful room and quiet suroundings.

  • Abbotsford Guest House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 738 reviews

    Just 15 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh city centre, the Abbotsford Guest House offers rooms with en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and free on-street parking.

    Great stay with conveniences of local tourist attractions

  • Mayfield Suites
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Situated in Edinburgh and only 1.9 km from University of Edinburgh, Mayfield Suites features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    It was quiet, modern and clean with a very spacious bathroom!

  • Minto House
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 397 reviews

    Just a 15-minute walk from Holyrood Park, this guest house has street parking available. A flat-screen TV is included in each en suite room.

    Super friendly host, perfect for a short stay in Edinburgh ...

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  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,773 reviews
    Comfortable room with private kitchen and toilet in a quiet place near the city center (3 min with tram/bus, 15 min by walking).
    Anthea
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,244 reviews
    The room was absolutely amazing. Perfect for a stay in Edinburgh. It was a beautiful hotel in a great location. Quiet but close for walks and to the city centre.
    Mark
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews
    Beautiful apartment in a great location. An easy walk to bars and the city centre but a lovely quiet area. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend the apartment.
    Juliette
    People with friends
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 111 reviews
    Great location for a quiet stay. Small but very clean and cosy. Plenty of clean towels and toileteries. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and ingredienta..Great access to the city centre via the tram system which is very good value for money! Bart was very helpful and responsive.
    Paul
    People with friends
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 133 reviews
    Clean, quiet, private and great location for numerous buses into the centre.
    Kirsty
    Family with young children
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    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,387 reviews
    Generous size room which was very quiet. Next to the main entrance there is comfortable lounge area for eating breakfast or just sitting. Great location for the city centre. We used the code sent to us for car parking and that gave us a 50% discount on the parking.
    Catherine
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 25 reviews
    The history of the apartment, an old Cooperage, the quaintness and location overlooking the water. Private parking also a huge bonus. Good choice of bars & restaurants on your doorstep. Especially The Kezban Restaurant (Turkish) owned by the apartment owner Kirsty and her husband. We ate there on our first evening and the food was absolutely delicious. Very convenient for tram to Edinburgh City Centre and Airport. We would definitely stay again, due to all of the above.
    Charles
    People with friends
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 88 reviews
    Great location, an easy tram or bus from the centre but far enough away that it was nice and quiet. Big room and comfortable bed. I arrived after checkin time and was able to arrange for a friend to pick up a key for me. Great shower! Very cheap for a huge room during Fringe!
    Lydia
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews
    Great location and facilities. Safe and quiet area but close to restaurants and city centre. Lots of buses, though most things were an easy walk away, including the Botanical Gardens. Very happy with the service from Diamond short lets.
    David
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 548 reviews
    Good location, short walk to city centre. Private parking a massive plus point. Great nights sleep, bed very comfortable. Excellent breakfast and very well looked after by great host. Made us feel very welcome.
    Jim
    Young couple

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