Mac and Mrs Mac run this very friendly guest house. When we have out of town vistors that we can't…read moresqueeze into the house or they are older and really need a firm bed we send them here. No one has ever been disapointed. The property is a traditional Victorian house in leafy street leading to sandy Portobello beach/promenade. So peaceful it is difficult to believe you are only a fifteen minute bus ride from the centre. You can easily explore Edinburgh by day or relax in the evening with a quiet stroll along the promenade.

23 Mayfield is a little hard to find. The GPS kept telling us we had arrived when it was actually 1…read moreblock down. Something to keep in mind in case your GPS had a mind of it's own as well. Once found , we were very pleased to see parking - rare in Edinburgh. The rooms were well appointed , a little small, and at first extremely noisy. We were on the first floor and could hear the clomping of guests on the exposed wood stairs. The breakfast room was also very near our door and I was thinking there was to be no sleeping - but I was wrong. Somehow , magically , the noise didn't wake us - I am a very light sleeper too. Whatever the sound dynamic was in the place - I slept very comfortably and quietly. If we were going to be spending time in our rooms , I would have found the space restrictive but for a good nights rest , it was great. The only other thing I felt was a head scratcher was the bathroom mirror. Very space age, 3-D type design that completely did not go with the decor. The breakfast room was lovely and the food was very good. The hosts are happy to accommodate your every need. They had umbrellas for the rain and a very nifty call button that summoned a cab in under 10 minutes ! It's location is walkable to some things but since you could have your car on property , it's easy to drive anywhere you want to go within a few minutes. Come and stay and enjoy this cozy gem in the midst of busting Edinburgh.

I would give a six-star rating if it were possible. The house is in beautiful luxurious…read moreold-Scotland condition. The drawing room has Classic movies running on the TV with classic tunes played in the background. The dining room is elegant as are the place settings at every table; complete with lit candle. Breakfast is large gourmet and cooked to order including eggs poached, grilled, or scrambled, black pudding, haggis, sausage, potato scone, bacon, beans, ham and far more options. Specials are prepared on the weekends. This meal is so hardy you won't need lunch. Bedrooms are comfortable, clean, and beautifully appointed. The beds are as comfortable as any top tier hotel. The rooms can be blacked out for a very quiet deep long sleep. I slept better here then I have in months anywhere else. Good free high speed internet that is fast enough to stream video. Ross and Kathleen have created a charming experience that we will return to with every visit to Edinburgh.

In Edinburgh for a conference, I had been advised by a friend to book a room at Smiths Guest House…read more I'm so glad I followed his recommendation! The place is lovely, the room warm and comfortable and endowed with all the basics items and facilities that you would require. The hosts are adorable as well, always very kind; they made sure that I would be able to get to my room even though I arrived very late in the evening. They have been extraordinarily available during the booking process, since I got replies to my emails within few minutes. The place is well connected to both the city centre and the university by several buses lines passing very frequently. I'll definitely come back here if I will have another conference to attend in Edinburgh.

Nice B&B in Edinburgh. Neil was a gracious host and made a mean breakfast. He was quick to give a…read morerecommendation for a place to go and how to get there. Room was a little small for the four of us, but the rate was excellent! Free wi-fi, too.

We needed a place to stay for one night in the Newington area of Edinburgh and ended up in The…read moreSalisbury Hotel. Basically a townhouse with nice comfortable rooms. The rooms are very well equipped and quiet. A great place to stay and that with free parking. Well worth coming back to.

I, like Anna F., have parents. And like Anna F's parents, mine too stayed at the Salisbury hotel on…read moretheir recent visit to Edinburgh. So I thought I'd better check it out. First things first, it's off the main road and a little out of town. Not an un-walkable distance, but a little way. The perfect amount in fact. You don't get much of the city noice but you can walk to it if you want. The reception area is modern and tasteful. In fact, as I arrived to greet my parents the hotel was just having fresh flowers delivered. How lovely. The rooms were really nicely decorated too, and en suite. I didn't get chance to sample the breakfasts but both my parents raved about them: "Eeee lad, really sets you up for the day, does a good breakfast." My parents were extras on Last of the Summer Wine you see. Anyway, I was really impressed and I didn't even stay there. My mum and dad loved it and told me to recommend it to everyone. So I am.

This is a great wee place to stay. Away from the noise and traffic of downtown area. About seven…read morepounds for Uber to carry you to Old Town. Rooms are clean and they have everything you might need. Staff is super friendly!!! They do have breakfast in the morning for about ten pounds per person. Very peaceful. Beds are a wee bit on the firm side. Would stay there again!

We stayed here when we had a short break in Edinburgh. Our room was very clean and decorated…read morebeautifully. We had an ensuite room complete with four poster bed and it was lovely. The staff are very sweet and are very happy to help with any query and the breakfasts are delicious. The hotel is situated in an good location and it's an easy 10 minute bus journey into the city. Oh one other thing; for those with a vechicle there is plenty of parking on the street, we parked right outside the guesthouse. Highly recommended!

We booked a room for 2 nights in Gifford House. It turned out to be on the top floor. The room was…read morehot, the beds uncomfortable, the bathroom small and the overall vibe very much dated. The price on the other hand was quite steep. We will avoid staying here in future unless there are no other options available.

I stayed here with my parents the day before I moved into Pollock Halls, and it is a fantastic…read morewell-run family bed and breakfast. My parents and I got into the hotel at 9.30am and despite only paying for one breakfast the following morning, the owner insisted that he would make us breakfast that morning free of charge, which was really very kind. The breakfast he served was absolutely delicious, although there were cereals, rolls and croissants available; I opted for a full cooked breakfast, which was cooked to perfection. The room we stayed in was huge, with a spacious en-suite bathroom and everything was clean and tidy. The hotel is perfectly located for parents or relatives of students living in Pollock halls who want some accommodation while they are visiting as it is only a stones throw away from the Pollock Halls entrance. Furthermore, I would also recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Edinburgh, as the hosts make you feel most welcome.

This place was fantastic! Visited 15 years ago. Friendly, helpful, fun. It was super clean and very…read morehip! I'd say it's still awesome.