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Allison House 17
3.0 star property

Guesthouse with free parking, near Royal Mile

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Standard Room
Exterior
Breakfast buffet
Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Detached private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Detached private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2AX

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive
  • Princes Street - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Southpour - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Bell Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Earl Grange Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Allison House 17

Guest house near Royal Mile
Close to University of Edinburgh, Allison House 17 has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and laundry services
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All guest rooms at Allison House 17 offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 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
  • Limited on-site parking

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Staff working hours are from 8-11 AM and 2-7 PM Monday to Sunday. Telephone contact hours are from 2-7 PM Monday to Friday.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 16 December and 27 December.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Allison Edinburgh
Allison House Edinburgh
Allison House Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland
Allison House Hotel Edinburgh
Allison House Hotel
Allison House 17 Guesthouse Edinburgh
Allison House 17 Guesthouse
Allison House 17 Edinburgh
Allison House 17 Edinburgh
Allison House 17 Guesthouse
Allison House 17 Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is Allison House 17 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Allison House 17?

As of 21 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Allison House 17 on 22 Sept 2024 start from €130.88, 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 17?

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

What time is check-in at Allison House 17?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Allison House 17?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Allison House 17 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 28 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 30 minutes.

Allison House 17 Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 490 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 490 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 490 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 490 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 490 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very old
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the recommendation of the Wee Cafe for breakfast and some of the other eating places in the area. The facility was great, large room, veery quiet, good location for everything. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Liked cleanliness of room. Location. Did not like how worn looking the property was both inside and outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Fairly basic accommodation, but it served the purpose
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Nice room with easy check in/check out. Good transport links .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent location to enjoy Edinburgh. An easy walk into Edinburgh (approx 30 minutes to Castle) or an easy bus ride (stop close) Some great restaurants along the walk into Edinburgh. Room was very spacious and even though it was on a major street it was quiet. Easy check in and some parking in front. Would recommend if you are in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alan, Hartlepool

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only suggestion would be a full length mirror in the room - everything else was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Young man very helpful with case to top floor. Young man very helpful on local information for eating. Didnt like to have to climb up all stairs. Will ask for a ground floor room next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Great service. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kai, North Gosford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Public transit to the property was easy and provided excellent access to Edinburgh. The room itself was very clean and well kept. No complaints whatsoever and was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

lance

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place in my opinion is way over priced. No Aircon. Or fan to cool the room. No safe. No fridge, No place to put your clothes.the shower was either to hot or cold..ie cold. You could hear the people in the up stairs room moving about. There are NO staff to ask questions. I did have one issues and called the staff,they turned up after 15 minutes and sorted the issue out. At the price they charge there should be better facilities and staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Josie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noisy street, curtains don’t block out the light, no A/C or fan for hot summer nights when room has heated up in afternoon sun. Cold showers and no response from owner when contacted regarding the cold showers. Nice location. But overall would not stay here or recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Grace

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Fairly comfortable stay at Alison House. A couple of things I would suggest is to have a ‘Do Not Disturb’ door sign for those who do not with to have house keeping at the crack of dawn. Also for those that like to get ready in front of a mirror, there is no dressing table which made things awkward. Cleanliness was okay. On our last morning we were rudely awoken by some very loud and inconsiderate guests. We didn’t require any help during our stay however there was nobody in person to ask for help other than a ring doorbell. The surrounding area is nice and out the way of the hustle and bustle of the city. Parking should be more explained on the advertisement as there’s only room for 3 cars really.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Allison

Travelled with partner
The room was a bit odd and the carpet seemed dirty or stained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rayna

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

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, easy check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, easy to get to and only 30 mins away from the city when walking. There are busses to easily get you directly into the city too. I was near the front of the road and had no issue with the traffic during the night. The only downsides would be that the WiFi was a bit bad and it would be nice to have an outside lock on the private bathroom so I could leave all bathroom items in without worry of people using them.

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The foyer wasn’t very inviting, however the room was lovely and very clean. The exterior of the property could use a face lift… especially the awning. Overall, a vey good experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024