Allison House 16 Guesthouse

4 stars
7.8
Good
based on 2461 reviews
2,461 reviews
16 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, EH9 2BZ, United Kingdom
16 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh
+44 131 357 0343
Fri 20/11
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Sat 21/11
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

This Georgian building is a family-run guest house with easy access to Edinburgh city centre by bus. It offers free WiFi, free parking and en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs. All rooms have a hairdryer and hospitality tray. Some rooms have period features and others have views of The Royal Observatory and Arthur's Seat. Allison House 16 is 2.4 km south of Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the city centre. The regular buses take about 10 minutes to reach the city centre.
7.8
Good
2461 reviews

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Amenities at Allison House 16 Guesthouse

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking

Reviews of Allison House 16 Guesthouse

7.8
Good
2461 verified ratings
Wonderful
905
Very good
592
Good
433
Okay
198
Fair
150
Mediocre
71
Poor
112

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's convenient location, with easy access to public transport and proximity to city attractions. Many found the rooms and bathrooms clean, and several highlighted comfortable beds. However, there were repeated complaints about poor service, including unhelpful staff and issues with check-in, as well as negative comments about small room sizes. Some guests also mentioned problems with amenities and noise. Overall, the positives centered on location, cleanliness, and bed comfort, while service and room size were common drawbacks.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort7.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
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Location

16 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, EH9 2BZ

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh1.1 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland1.2 mi
  • Craigmillar Castle1.3 mi
  • The Royal Mile1.3 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.4 mi
  • Grassmarket1.4 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.4 mi
  • Holyrood Palace1.4 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle1.5 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens1.6 mi
  • Calton Hill1.6 mi
  • Princes Street1.7 mi

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Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:30

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Licence number: E, EH71065F

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January
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£135
£190
Cheapest month to stay with an average 56% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
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Allison House 16 Guesthouse

Which month has the cheapest rates at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

The cheapest month to stay at Allison House 16 Guesthouse is January, with an average nightly rate of £63. The most expensive month is October at £190 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

The cheapest day to book Allison House 16 Guesthouse is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of £89. The most expensive day is Saturday at £191 per night.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Allison House 16 Guesthouse

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Allison House 16 Guesthouse, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Allison House 16 Guesthouse, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Allison House 16 Guesthouse was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £62, while the most expensive was £62.
  • How long should you stay at Allison House 16 Guesthouse? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Allison House 16 Guesthouse

  • Where is Allison House 16 Guesthouse located?

    Allison House 16 Guesthouse is located at 16 Mayfield Gardens in Newington, 1.7 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh is the closest landmark to Allison House 16 Guesthouse.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Allison House 16 Guesthouse?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at Allison House 16 Guesthouse.

  • Does Allison House 16 Guesthouse offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Allison House 16 Guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Allison House 16 Guesthouse offer free parking?

    Yes, Allison House 16 Guesthouse offers free parking.

  • How far is Allison House 16 Guesthouse from the airport?

    Allison House 16 Guesthouse is 7.8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Allison House 16 Guesthouse is 36.4 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Allison House 16 Guesthouse hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Allison House 16 Guesthouse in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Allison House 16 Guesthouse and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Allison House 16 Guesthouse.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

1.7 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
7.8 mi

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