Home to incredible castles, green parks, evocative museums, awe-inspiring art galleries, and world-famous tourist attractions, Edinburgh is a beautiful capital city of Scotland. The city is elegantly hilly, filled with surprises and hosts the Fringe, the world’s largest art and culture festival where artists from different corners of the world render fascinating performances. Edinburgh is super easy to get around as the top tourist attractions are just a few steps away from the city center. There are plenty of things you will definitely enjoy this astounding city and indulge in its vibrant and bustling culture. Wondering where to stay during your trip to Edinburgh? Have a look at the top bed and breakfast in Edinburgh to spend a great vacation!
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1. Family-friendly stay offering panoramic sky views
Excellent breakfast, with options and helpful hosts; local dining options available.
Reasonable room rates, free parking, and easy access to public transport.
Convenient access to Royal Botanical Gardens, city center buses, and local attractions.
Comfortable rooms, well-prepared breakfasts, and free parking facilities.
Ardleigh House is a delightful bed and breakfast accommodation in Edinburgh offering a comfortable stay, delicious continental breakfast, and free parking facilities. The rooms are well-equipped with flatscreen TV, hair-dryer, alarm clock and coffee-maker with attached clean bathroom with essential bathing amenities. The windows offer panoramic views of the iconic Arthur’s seat and historic Edinburgh Castle. The location is perfect with close proximity to many markets, restaurants and popular tourist attractions in Edinburgh.
Ardleigh House
Address: 260 Ferry Road
2.6 km (1.7 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
2. Pleasant guesthouse in Murrayfield
Located just 30 minutes’ drive away from the city center, Carmichael is a charming detached Edwardian house with lovely surroundings, good interiors, and stellar service. It’s a detached guesthouse offering high-speed internet service, complimentary parking facilities and a well-positioned location close to fantastic bistros, cafes, and shops in the city. The guestrooms are well-furnished with king-size comfortable beds, private bathrooms and come with a work desk, alarm clock, iron, DVD player and coffee-making amenities. After having a magically swift and restful sleep, you’ll be served with tasty Scottish breakfast in the adorable dining room.
Carmichael
Address: 11 Ravelston Dykes
2.11 km (1.4 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
3. Comfy and well-appointed accommodation (from USD 232)
Set amidst serene surroundings, this property is a super comfy guesthouse in Edinburgh, ideal for families, couples and a group of friends. It has a beautiful park where you would love to sip freshly brewed coffee and enjoy the mesmerizing views of the surroundings. The rooms are beautifully decorated and come with comfortable beds, free uninterrupted internet access, immaculately clean bathroom, TV, electric kettle and other essential staying amenities. Edinburgh Zoo, Baberton Golf Club and River Almond are just a 20-minute drive away from the accommodation.
Craigievar Guest House
Address: 112 Glasgow Road Corstorphine
6.64 km (4.2 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
4. Traditional townhouse with a sandstone terrace
Complimentary breakfast, fresh coffee, variety of breakfast options, accommodating staff
Affordable pricing with good value for money
Close to city center, near Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, easy access to public transportation
Convenient bus stop outside, easy check-in process, all-day snacks available, free parking nearby
If you’re looking for a family-friendly, traditional and all-round accommodation in Edinburgh, the Brae is the ideal place to relax in and explore the fascinating capital city of Scotland. The guestrooms are elegantly furnished and provisioned to meet your comfort needs and offer you a delightful stay. The hosts Sandra and her family serve refreshing breakfast in the dining room consisting of cereals, toast, fruits and great coffee. Holyrood Park, Arthur’s Seat, Nelson Monument, Calton Hill, and Dynamic Earth are just a 2 mile (3.21km) walk away from the guesthouse.
Brae Guest House
Address: 119 Willowbrae road
3.44 km (2.2 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
5. Georgian-style elegant townhouse (from USD 138)
Located in Edinburgh’s center, Broughton Hotel is an elegant townhouse with astounding decors, restful accommodations and modern amenities accompanied by warm hospitality, friendly service, and delicious breakfast. The guestroom features free WiFi, free parking, satellite LCD TV, coffee maker, and a private shower room. The famous Edinburgh Playhouse and Omni Centre are just 0.18 miles (0.30 km) away from the family-friendly townhouse! Overall, it’s a fantastic place to unwind yourself and explore the amazing city of Edinburgh!
The Broughton Hotel
Address: 37 Broughton Place
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
6. Beautiful guesthouse in the heart of Edinburgh (from USD 45)
Smiths Guest House is one of the coziest, beautiful and fantastic bed B&B accommodation in Edinburgh. The city’s major attractions including Queen’s Hall, The Meadows, University of Edinburgh, Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat are just a 15-minute walk away from the property. The guestrooms feature high-speed internet access, comfy large-size beds, hair-dryer, electric kettle, writing table, cupboard and a private bathroom well-equipped with essential bathing essentials and a shower. The ambiance is welcoming and invites you to unwind, relax and have a rejuvenating sleep
Smiths Guest House
Address: 77 Mayfield Road
2.58 km (1.6 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
7. Plush chambers in a Victorian villa (from USD 57)
Located in the South-side of Edinburgh, the upscale guesthouse is a perfectly romantic bed and breakfast with simple decor, great service, delicious continental breakfast, and comfortable accommodations. The guestrooms are well-furnished and come with modern amenities including high-speed internet access, daily housekeeping service, comfortable king-size beds plus immaculate shared bathrooms. The location is picture-perfect with close proximity to delightful attractions in Edinburgh, including Arthur’s Seat, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh Castle, Scotland Museum, Queen’s Hall, Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Zoo.
Edinburgh Sixteen
Address: 11a Craigmillar Park
2.74 km (1.8 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
8. Classic boutique hotel with modern amenities (from USD 96)
This is a marvelous boutique hotel set in the heart of Edinburgh. Owned and hosted by Louise, the bed and breakfast offers a relaxing stay in its elegant guestrooms well-maintained with modern amenities including free WiFi, hairdryer, coffee maker and flat-screen TV. The bathrooms are clean with showers, Noble Isle toiletries and underfloor heating facilities. The breakfast menu is awesome at Millers64 offering a wide selection of continental items to choose from especially the flavorful Scottish breakfast and homemade muffins, oatcakes, jams, and pastries. There are plenty of things you would love to indulge in nearby like going on a shopping spree at Sainbury’s supermarket, enjoying authentic delicacies at Tom Kitchin and witnessing breathtaking sea views at Firth of Forth.
MILLERS64
Address: 64 Pilrig Street
2.25 km (1.4 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
9. Stylish Victorian home in Glasgow (from USD 131)
If you’re planning to visit Glasgow somewhere soon, then Claremont House is the perfect place to stop by and relax in its delightful accommodation. The guestrooms are spacious, well-adorned with modern decors and come with deluxe amenities including high-speed internet access, refrigerators, a flat-screen TV and super comfortable beds. The breakfast is free, prepared with organic ingredients and served with love. Enjoy the delicious Scottish cuisine. There are many walkable attractions to explore during the day including Blackford Lake, Queen’s Hall, The Meadows, Edinburgh Festival Theater, Arthur’s Seat and Armstrong’s Vintage.
Claremont House
Address: 3 South Lauder
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from Edinburgh Castle
10. Delightful bed and breakfast with complimentary parking
Delicious, varied, and freshly prepared Scottish breakfast, with accommodating hosts offering local recommendations.
Great value for money with comfortable, clean rooms and a delicious Scottish breakfast.
Situated in a quiet yet groovy neighborhood, within walking distance to the city center and close to restaurants and bars.
Convenient location within walking distance to attractions, cozy and comfortable rooms, and friendly, welcoming hosts.
This is a cozy, decent and comfortable bed and breakfast guesthouse situated in the center of Edinburgh. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property accompanied by complimentary parking, housekeeping services, free continental breakfast and warm hospitality by the hosts. The rooms are vibrant, embellished with bright colors and are well-furnished with a flat-screen TV, hair-dryer, and a kettle along with tea- and coffee-making facilities. The bathrooms are beautiful with glass-enclosed showers, relaxing hot tub and essential toiletries. The guesthouse is well settled around popular attractions, recreation and tourist centers in Edinburgh including King’s Theatre, Filmhouse Cinema, Usher Hall, Traverse Theatre and The Meadows.
Adam Drysdale House
Address: 42 Gilmore Place
934 meters (0.6 ft) from Edinburgh Castle
Have a great stay in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a perfect blend of culture, history, hilly natural landscapes, and entertainment. Visiting here will be an experience of a lifetime for you as you’ll get to see the world-famous heritage sites, breathtaking natural landscapes, incredible museums and entertaining live shows by artists from different corners of the world. Our list of top bed and breakfast in Edinburgh will come handy when looking for a perfect accommodation to unwind, relax and prepare for your next adventure!
There are also hotels with hot tubs in Edinburgh that provide amazing stays so be sure to check them out.
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