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Allison House 16 Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Upscale Edinburgh guesthouse in Newington with free parking

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Allison House 16 Guesthouse

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Front of property
Comfort Double Room
Dining
Comfort Double Room
Comfort Double Room

Overview of Allison House 16 Guesthouse

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is €126
Price available on 6/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
16 Mayfield Gardens, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2BZ
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Edinburgh19 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile5 min drive
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle5 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)18 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double 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

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

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

Allison House 16 Guesthouse is located in Newington, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 19 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 5 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive
  • Arthur's Seat - 13 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
  • Costa Coffee - 14 min walk
  • Dehli Diner - 1 min walk
  • Old Bell Inn - 8 min walk
  • The Salisbury Arms - 12 min walk

About this property

Allison House 16 Guesthouse

Upscale guest house near University of Edinburgh
Close to Arthur's Seat, Allison House 16 Guesthouse provides amenities such as a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Allison House 16 Guesthouse offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

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 Allison House 16 Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 1 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Allison House 16 Guesthouse on 6 May 2024 start from €125.61, 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.

How much is parking at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Allison House 16 Guesthouse located?

Located in Newington, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Library of Scotland and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 29 minutes by foot.

Allison House 16 Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 176 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Kent

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

6/10 Okay

Catherine

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