SOUTHSIDE GUEST HOUSE, Edinburgh – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Southside Guest House offers 8 en-suite rooms with showers. Options include two four-poster bedrooms (Mackintosh with bay window and original Victorian shutters, Terrace Room with fireplace), two double bedrooms (one with bath and shower), one twin bedroom with green decor and wooden floors, one twin/double room with deep red decor, and two single rooms (one with double bed, one with iron-framed bed). All rooms include FreeView TV with DVD players, fiber optic Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and hairdryers. Mattresses are firm with crisp linen.
Dining & Breakfast
The dining room serves breakfast daily with a cold buffet featuring fruit juices, bakery items, Scottish cheeses, fresh fruits, muesli, and dry fruits. The cooked selection includes traditional British breakfast with vegetarian option and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs. Beverages include good coffee, wide tea selection, and Cava with orange juice. Ingredients are sourced from Scotland whenever possible.
Location & Transportation
Located in Newington, Southside Guest House is a 3-10 minute walk from University of Edinburgh Pollock Halls, Festival Theatre, Queens Hall, Meadows, Holyrood Park, and Arthur's Seat. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Princes Street are 10-25 minutes on foot. Edinburgh Airport is 30 minutes by taxi (£25) or via Airlink 100 bus to Waverley Bridge. The nearest tram stop is St Andrew's Square. Private parking spaces available through JustPark and YourParkingSpace, with St Leonard's NCP car park 6 minutes away (£26/24h).
Local Attractions & Culture
Within walking distance: Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland, Dynamic Earth, Palace of Holyroodhouse, and Royal Commonwealth Pool. Nearby theaters include Traverse Theatre, Lyceum Theatre, and Filmhouse independent cinema. The Map Library (one of world's largest) is around the corner. The area features historical architecture and associations with literary figures, bordered by Meadows parkland and Holyrood Park with Salisbury Crags.
Services & Amenities
Free fiber optic Wi-Fi throughout property. Breakfast served daily in dining room with Victorian features. Taxi bookings available through Central Taxis. Gift vouchers available in £50 denominations. No smoking policy in all areas. Check-out by 10:30 AM weekdays, 11:00 AM weekends. Payment accepted by cheque. Minimum 3-night stay during August and New Year period.
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Royal Botanic Garden for stunning flora and tranquility.
- Try haggis at The Sheep Heid Inn, Edinburgh's oldest pub.
- Wander through the vibrant Stockbridge Markets on Sundays.
- Explore the quirky Camera Obscura for fun optical illusions.
- Discover the hidden gems of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.
Choose the Room
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Off-site car park
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Water sports
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Sitting area
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
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