8 Newington Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1QS, United Kingdom
#69 of 158 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 867 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 June 2024
Ellie
Hong KongMy room on the top floor feels a bit small with the slanting roof and with just one small window. Good enough for solo travellers though.
The weather was rainy and a bit chilly during my two-night stay, and I appreciated that it was always warm and dry when I returned to my comfy room. It just takes about 20 mins to walk to the old town and there is a bus stop opposite the guest house.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Shtx
United States3rd floor room, no elevator, no one on site to help with check in luggage...the stairs are not level and have short treads. Especially stairs from 2nd to 3rd floor. This makes carrying luggage very unsafe This 3rd floor former room has low ceiling over bed and near window, I'm 5ft 4 and it was still a need to watch moving around . Heads up
Quiet location, good value Bus stop in front With covering open dormer window let in more light than photos on site indicate
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
David
CanadaNicely renovated bathroom and well equipped
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Claire
United KingdomQuite expensive but then again most of Edinburgh’s hotels are!
Beautiful old building walking distance from the centre and opposite a lovely gastropub who does great brunch. Modern, hot shower and big rooms.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Donna
AustraliaNothing I didn’t like.
The area is a little further out from the chaos of old town but ran east 15min walk, and very close to some nice cafes and pubs nearer the meadows and student areas. The bed was comfy and the room was actually bigger than I expected: the shower nice and hot and a good little morning tea book. I did some slow mornings jst to stay and enjoy the space.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Jean
United KingdomClean and comfortable room. Good shower and toiletries. Staff friendly. Not far from Holyrood And Palace.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Monique
AustraliaThe beds and carpet need a refresh!
The staff were lovely and friendly - extremely helpful! The location was great as we could walk anywhere easily. The size of the room was good. Nice to have two arm chairs too!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Kiyal
United KingdomGreat location, room was very clean. Even through check-in was late at night it was very smooth and I didn't have to wait at all.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomBreakfast was a bit confusing - it started at 8.30 which felt quite late, but it also wasn't clear where it would be or whether we had paid in our booking through booking.com.
The room was clean and comfortable and dark. It was in a good location at a good price.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Catherine
IrelandI can't find fault with anything.
The lovely room with sloped ceiling (No.7) had everything I needed in a minimalist way, which I liked, but was still cosy. I liked the brochure which was clear and concise and also gave the history of the house which I loved. Roy was attentive and helpful without being intrusive. Bed was comfy and I loved the green blanket with the satin trim. House was quiet and peaceful. Bathroom was modern with good shower and sparkling clean. I didn't have a cooked breakfast, just cereal as don't normally eat much in the morning but service was excellent and choice on menu very good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Darta
LatviaMy friend was bit not comfortable on the bed, maybe we did talk about some other details to be improved, but im not pretty sure
The mood, the balance of originality and modern fix. It was brilliant area, good host, nice room, other guests. Chairs and chill zone, artwork, bathroom, carpets, attitude, i loved it for the money
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Tiziana
United KingdomBeds. Unfortunately me and my friend both agreed the beds weren't that comfortable.
Loved being only 20 min. Away from the city centre, the room is very clean , warm and the area very quiet.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Tomoko
JapanJust one point, it is not so big deal but drain in the shower room didn’t so smooth, maybe staff don’t notice that.
Good location to the central, lots of bus stops there. Room is really clean and beautiful traditional b&b style. First night hot water in the shower room didn’t come out but the staff take care of it immediately. The room our stay was really south side so bright and very comfortable room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Ian
United KingdomFeels a bit rundown, but everything is there which is needed including a hot water bottle!
Great location, quiet, lots of eateries in area. On loads of bus routes to centre.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Lesley
United KingdomReally enjoyed our stay. Collected our keys from a key safe at the front door as the owners had emailed to say they might be out on our arrival. Lovely bright room. Clean and comfortable. Great location. Lots of shops and places to eat nearby. Plenty of buses to take you to the city centre although easily walking distance. Would recommend. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Vanessa
United KingdomThe chest of drawers was pretty battered looking, but functional. The blinds were in a similar state, but functional.
The location was perfect for my needs.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Rachael
United KingdomThe bed was a little hard for us - but that’s our personal preference.
Beautiful property. Fantastic location for the purpose of our visit.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Helen
United KingdomNo Bath plug in the room
Great location, quiet room, clean, quick check in, nice size
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Alison
United KingdomThe location was brilliant for visiting my daughter in university accommodation. The room was clean and bathroom spotless. Wi-Fi was great. It did the job for a quick visit to my daughter. Would defo book again…
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Adam
AustraliaGood location we were able to walk into the city which took 10 mis or so. Good shower and bathroom. The room also has plenty of space.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Laura
United KingdomRoom was so cold when we arrived and it took few hours until the room got warm!
Clean and spacious room! Very quiet during our stay and the staff was really nice! If you want a good place to stay while in Edinburgh this is the place!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Deepthi
CanadaStairway. If I had to do self check in I would have had a challenging time carrying luggage to my room
Convenient location for what I wished to do in Edinburgh. Had Breakfast one day and it was good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Ben
United KingdomRoy was really friendly and hospitable throughout my stay. Breakfast was reasonable as well and a great way to kick off the day before walking into the old town. Great location if you're a fan of walking, 15-20 minute walk into town centre, about 30 mins to Arthurs Seat.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Michelle
IrelandNothing
Location, comfort and clean
Stayed in February 2024
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