12 Robertson's Close, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 1LY, United Kingdom
#134 of 149 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 559 B&B reviews
6.9Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.1
Location
9.1
Facilities
6.9
Staff
7.9
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 May 2024
Nolwenn
FranceI am not a big fan of toilets and showers in the same rooms but it did not affect our stay.
Fruits, tea, coffee and milk available. Best location based on price.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Andre
AustriaTowels even for a child too small Really loud during the right,as we had our room beside the bathroom
Good location in the city centre Easy check in and check out
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Andrew
United KingdomHow basic the room was and no kettle etc.
It’s central location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Don
United KingdomBeing requested to strip the bedding on checkout. No towels provided. To be fair, I might have overlooked this in the list of facilities, but it caught me out.
Centrally located.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Louise
CanadaThe signage upon entry. It should be clearer the you entre in the door.
The location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Taillefeunaille
FranceReally tiny room with no window but since we knew about it, it wasn't really a problem. Reading the comments we were a bit worried but it was actually better than expected
Location is perfect Common area and room were clean Kitchen area with self service is a plus Really a great value for the price and this location in Edinburgh!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Jacob
United KingdomBuffet style breakfast was advertised but there was only a limited option of cereal and bread. Some of the utensils and bowls were not clean and were covered in dried food. And at night the heating was turned on too high. Towels were also very small.
Location was amazing for the price we paid especially. The bathroom was clean. Really ideal for a cheap short stay, especially if ur not planning on spending much time in the room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Muriel
BelgiumThe room we had was really stuffy, like a closet. There was a giant green exit sign in the room that kept us up the whole night. Pity, because without it I think the stay would have been a bit better.
The location was excellent. Very central! The B&B was well spaced out and the bathrooms were very clean. There was a bit of breakfast provided but you have to make it on your own, but that’s totally ok! Access to the building is really straightforward.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Mirco
GermanyThe breakfast could be a little bit more varied.
The location was very good. The rooms are smalltalk, but sufficient.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Jenny
FinlandTowels were too smalls.
Location was perfect! Near the old town.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Sam
SpainThe beds are not particularly comfortable. There is only two bathrooms for 8 rooms so often a queue for showering. Breakfast is fine but very minimal.
The location is great, and for the price you cannot ask for too much. The only onsite staff come during the day to clean, they were very friendly and helpful when we had got a detail wrong about the booking. The kitchen is spacious and clean and good for cooking small lunch/dinner.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Cara
United KingdomThin walls
Independent check in and sweet room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Andyb
United Kingdoma window that was tiny too high and with bars, was not a means of escape in an emergency and the room was basement / dead-end
compact but fair accommodation
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Sarah
United KingdomA little more space to get in the bed from both sides but was absolutely fine for one night when we needed it.
Perfect location, great value for money in the central Edinburgh area. Everything we needed for a nights stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Vanda
United KingdomDidn't have pin to get in...given one but itcwas wrong..later other email came through.. butvfortunatly order guests came to uur rescue as no one answered the phone..young lady I spoke to and saw her again next day was very nice..re luggage
Location.....hang for eating out..sight seeing ie castle
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Holly
United KingdomThe room itself could be decorated a little more, but had all the necessities. Early check out time isn’t too convenient.
The location of the property was great. It was quiet, clean and cosy. There were nice touches like provision of breakfast and other snacks in the kitchen.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Sb
United KingdomLoud on a weekend at the front of the property, but didn’t prevent getting to sleep. 9:30 check out time is the earliest I’ve ever come across would be better at 10-11
The property is located in the perfect location for exploring the old town and royal mile. The room and shared bathroom were both very clean. As expected we got what we paid for, not luxury but does what it is designed to do and would be well placed among its target market competitors.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Cathy
United KingdomLocation great but at the same time noisy during night.
Price for central Edinburgh location is exceptional. The arrangements for the door key were easy and convenient. The kitchen was well stocked. The room was very clean and the bed comfortable although the heating was not controllable in the room. The bathroom needs updating (which I understand is planned soon anyway). Unfortunately the location in the old town at street level near venues does mean noise at night which is fine for a short stay as I was, or if you are in Edinburgh to be out and about but please realise that the price reflects this and your expectations should be that it is like a private room in a hostel.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Ute
CanadaI’m not a hostel-type traveller, so shared bathroom was hard for me. My room was facing the entrance alley and was very noisy outside all night. Poor sound insulation inside too, hard to get a good rest. Bathroom floor had big hole in floor, but the shower/toilet functioned well. Room not super clean but adequate for the price.
Location near Royal Mile. Self arrival instructions were communicated well, helpful photos included. Very good price for a private room. The shared kitchen looked very clean (I didn’t use it but seemed clean and equipped)
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Adrian
United KingdomGreat find. Cheap and cheerful, great location.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Mike
United KingdomThere was nothing I disliked enough to comment
Room was fine. Plenty of choice for DIY breakfast. 10 mins walk from Grass market so good location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Samantha
PortugalThe room (№5) could do with the cupboard doors etc either replacing or painting and the walls could do with a touch up, it felt old and looked a bit dirty even though it was clean! The room didn't have a window, which was fine, but it did feel a little bit like a jail cell. (But that's just me nitpicking.) Overall, I was happy with the place and will stay again.
The location was great for walking in the centre of Edinburgh, I'm a solo female, so I was a little daunted about the side street and cobbles, but it's actually quite close to the main roads. The bed was comfortable and there was a heater in the room which I did need for a little while. The kitchen set up is great. The staff let me leave my bag there to collect later after I'd checked out!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Iakn
United KingdomNeed a new flooring in bathroom More pillows Better duvet When down for milk but some one already took it
Location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Maeve
SpainRoom was very small, Breakfast could have been better more choice
Excellent location just off the Royal Mile 👌
Stayed in December 2023
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