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City Retreat Edinburgh

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Edinburgh, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (12A Carlton Terrace) | Room amenity
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Classic Double Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South) | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Various Addresses, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH7 5DD
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    10 min walk
  • Century General Store & Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)
    16 min walk
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    33 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room (12A Carlton Terrace)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (12A Carlton Terrace)

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

View all photos for Comfort Quadruple Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Comfort Quadruple Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room (12A Carlton Terrace)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room (12A Carlton Terrace)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Twin Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (12A Carlton Terrace)

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (12A Carlton Terrace) | Room amenity

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (12A Carlton Terrace)

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Single Beds and 2 Single Trundle Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room (12A Carlton Terrace)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room (12A Carlton Terrace)

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Classic Double Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Classic Double Room (26 Dublin Street Lane South)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

At City Retreat Edinburgh you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. .Within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Edinburgh City Centre guest house, attractions include Royal Mile and George Street.
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What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 10 min walk
  • Princes Street - 12 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 17 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 16 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe at the Palace - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Think Pastry - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oink - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Clarinda's Tea Room - ‬9 min walk

About this property

City Retreat Edinburgh

Guesthouse in Edinburgh, a short walk to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
As a guest of City Retreat Edinburgh, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 4-star Edinburgh guest house is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
City Retreat Edinburgh offers 6 accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: GBP 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at City Retreat Edinburgh.

Property is also known as

City Retreat Edinburgh House
City Retreat Edinburgh
City Retreat Edinburgh Guesthouse
City Retreat Guesthouse
City Retreat Edinburgh Edinburgh
City Retreat Edinburgh Guesthouse
City Retreat Edinburgh Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to City Retreat Edinburgh?

The closest beach to City Retreat Edinburgh is Portobello Beach (4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at City Retreat Edinburgh?

No, City Retreat Edinburgh does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at City Retreat Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at City Retreat Edinburgh?

No, pets are not allowed.

City Retreat Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very convenient, but feeling a bit tired. Mattress sunken, mould in bathroom, things hanging off wall. Just needs a little spruce up and renewals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice location
This is part of a converted flat in the basement of a townhouse. There are three room available with a communal kitchen and lounge area. It is a 10 min walk to the tram and a 25 min walk to the castle
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Albane

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zixin

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay. Unfortunately could not accommodate a last minute issue with my flight being delayed and i was charged for a night i wasnt there and wasnt able to just move the date.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveller
The room is big but the shower is dirty and the towels are horrendous, really old grey ans smelly. People walking in the room above are really loud.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEAL

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No Heat
The room was nice and clean but there was no heat apart from a small space heater that barely made a difference. The key box was a little problematic. The numbers were hard to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice, friendly, flexible host. Hot water and great pressure in the showers, heating worked great. Very cute rooms. Highly recommend! Quick 3 block walk from the center of Edinburhg.

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monisha

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places I have stayed and it is close to the town centre as well within walkable distance with easy accessibility to all shops and restaurants. The room particularly was clean and warm with all amenities needed to cook. There was Alps a pound which was even comfortable to dine and watch television. Overall I am very much happy with the room and place. I would highly recommend this.Thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dejalee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Md shafkat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Enjoyed my stay at at this apartment. Great location for visiting Edinburgh close to city centre and major attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for our visit
We were very comfortable in our stay close to everything good communication with host perfect bedroom quiet and got to meet other guests staying next to us
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice sized room, nice bathroom and comfy beds. Our host was lovely and really helpful. Very close to centre and good bars and restaurants. Only downside is ceiling is quite thin and we had some very noisy neighbours upstairs! Overall a lovely stay and would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

C

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Room comfort
This stay was fine, in terms of location it was nice and quiet and a lovely walk into town. Cleanliness left some to be desired but it was mostly fine and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Schalk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A well located reasonably priced Edinburgh option
The accommodation was really well located, was superbly maintained, very clean, near the supermarket. The kitchen was great to use and it felt homely. It is a well priced option in Edinburgh and worked out perfectly for our tourist related travel by foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very conveniently located to St Andrew's Square, fabulous location to explore Edinburgh on foot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022