Allison House 16 Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Royal Mile
your current months are September, 2024 and October, 2024.
September 2024
October 2024

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Front of property
Interior
Reception
Comfort Double Room
Comfort Double Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
16 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2BZ
    University of Edinburgh
    19 min walk
    National Museum of Scotland
    4 min drive
    Royal Mile
    5 min drive
    Edinburgh (EDI)
    19 min drive

Room options

Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Allison House 16 Guesthouse you'll be 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Royal Mile and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house has free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Newington guest house, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from University of Edinburgh and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 19 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive
  • Princes Street - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min drive
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Earl Grange Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Allison House 16 Guesthouse

Guesthouse with free parking, near Royal Mile
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Edinburgh guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1890
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Allison House 16 Guesthouse offers 7 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Edinburgh guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1890
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 11:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

Yep, Allison House 16 Guesthouse has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

As of 19 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Allison House 16 Guesthouse on 7 Oct 2024 start from AU$214.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

The closest beach to Allison House 16 Guesthouse is Portobello Beach (4.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

No, Allison House 16 Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Allison House 16 Guesthouse's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Allison House 16 Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 197 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself was very good, but I would have appreciated it being made clear that breakfast was not included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was really bright and airy and my bed & pillows were very comfy. The bathroom was very clean, but in my whole 3 nights there I couldn’t find an ambient temperature for the shower - only very hot or very cold. This was very frustrating! Additionally the room didn’t have a safe and the hotel only provides cover up to £50 in the case of theft etc, and there wasn’t a door sign to ask the cleaner/housekeeper to not come in. This meant that you had to take all your valuables everywhere with you, which isn’t always viable. Would be a lot better with a safe and with the option of asking for / not for housekeeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bradd

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to find (first to Scotland too), well maintained, friendly staff and location was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was too hot & no staff to consult.Also could hear person snoring in next room for whole night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed with a small but modern bathroom. Great assistance from Colin and others of the staff regarding late arriving luggage. He also kindly loaned me a phone charger for the period of my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely star.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleased
We were very happy with the facilities for the price and the service was great. The location is convenient enough for the Edinburgh city centre. Would be happy to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solid Solo Stay
Ten min bus/30min walk to city centre. Ten min walk to breakfast options and convienience stores. Clean and cozy room. Noice leakage from other guests tolerable. No safe for valuables, take them with you if staying multiple days. Spoke to no one, saw no one. Totally friction free.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MTI

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and beautiful place very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable and had a great night sleep. Limited parking on site.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great. We didn't see any staff. Would have been nice to have some breakfast. The bus service was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Roger

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Prof. Animesh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Francesca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my family, we needed a triple room. There was a bus stop about 100 metres from the property.The bus's came every 8 minutes It was quick and easy to get into the city and also access the old city. There are quite a few great restaurants close. Also two laundromats and a great hairdresser.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Georges

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Payé 102 livres pour une chambre de bonne minuscule et surchauffée. Aucun personnel d accueil. Totalement impersonnel. Vendu comme bed & breakfast mais pas de petit déjeuner. Trop cher pour ce que c est.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The self check in worked very well. The room was very pleasant. The property is in a residential area consequently to find breakfast involved quite a walk
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2023