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The City Residence

2.0 star property

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Close to University of Edinburgh and Arthur's Seat, The City Residence has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Room, Garden View

Economy Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Newington, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to The City Residence . Royal Mile and Princes Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arthur's Seat and Princes Street Gardens. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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Minto St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2BR

What's nearby

  • National Library of Scotland
    National Library of Scotland
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Holyrood Park
    Holyrood Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Edinburgh
    University of Edinburgh
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
    Royal Mile
    5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.
    Grassmarket
    6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop
    5 min drive
  • Slateford Station
    9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Matto Pizza
    3 min walk
  • The Abbey
    4 min walk
  • The Salisbury Arms
    4 min walk
  • Verdo
    3 min walk
  • Steel Coulson Southside
    4 min walk

About this property

The City Residence

  • Guest house near University of Edinburgh
  • Close to Grassmarket, The City Residence has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge)
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The City Residence offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Guidebooks, local maps and window screens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 August 2026 to 31 December 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 20.00 per day

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The City Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The City Residence ?

Self-parking is available for GBP 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The City Residence ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The City Residence ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The City Residence located?

Located in Newington, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of National Library of Scotland and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Arthur's Seat are also within 1 mile (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 28 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 24 minutes.

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Reviews

6.6