Abbotsford Guest House - Edinburgh

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom36 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 5AL|
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Abbotsford Guest House - Edinburgh
36 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 5AL·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi8.8
Location8.4
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Staff7.9
Value for money7.6
Facilities7.4
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families24%
Solo19%
Groups12%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi8.8
Location8.4
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Staff7.9
Value for money7.6
Facilities7.4
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families24%
Solo19%
Groups12%

Budget-friendly Edinburgh guesthouse within walking distance of major attractions

Amenities

Abbotsford Guest House Edinburgh offers free on-street parking from 5:30 PM to 8:30 AM daily, plus all weekends and bank holidays. The property provides express check-in/check-out, a concierge service, and luggage storage for guests arriving early or departing late. A shared lounge/TV area, picnic area with outdoor furniture, and a garden are available for guest relaxation throughout the day.

Rooms

The Abbotsford B&B offers Deluxe King Rooms, Deluxe Triple Rooms, and Double Rooms with Shared Bathroom, each equipped with tea/coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. Rooms are located on the first and second floors with stair access only, and allergy-free room options are available upon request. Daily housekeeping services, heating, and non-smoking rooms throughout the property ensure a comfortable stay.

Location

Edinburgh Abbotsford Guest House sits just a 15-minute walk from the city center, with Princes Street reachable within 1 mile. Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle, and Waverley Railway Station are all within a 30-minute walk from the property. The guest house is also close to Leith Walk, offering numerous pubs, restaurants, and a regular bus service to the city center.

Dining

The hotel provides a homemade breakfast buffet with fresh fruits, cheeses, yoghurts, continental options, and porridge each morning. Special dietary menus are available when notified in advance, and wine/champagne can be requested for an additional charge. Grocery deliveries can be arranged through the hotel for guests who prefer to prepare their own meals.

Business & Connectivity

The Abbotsford Guest House Edinburgh Scotland provides photocopying and fax services for business travelers who need to send documents during their stay. The property offers free Wi-Fi throughout the building, allowing guests to work from their rooms or the shared lounge. Express check-in/check-out and the concierge service help business guests save time during their visit.

  • Location: 15-minute walk to city center, 30 min from Edinburgh Castle
  • Rooms: Deluxe King, Deluxe Triple, Double with shared bath
  • Dining: Homemade breakfast buffet with diet-specific options
  • Parking: Free on-street parking evenings, weekends, bank holidays
  • Service: Concierge, express check-in, luggage storage

License number: 101002081930,C

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Arabic
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Shared Bathroom Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Shared Bathroom Triple Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Deluxe King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Bay view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Abbotsford Guest House

💵 Lowest room price 170 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.1 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 10.6 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

36 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 5AL
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36 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 5AL
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36 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH6 5AL
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Reviews of Abbotsford Guest House

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