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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
Staircase
Comfort Double Room | View from room
Breakfast buffet

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room, No Windows

Highlights

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

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Economy Double Room, No Windows

Economy Double Room, No Windows

Highlights

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

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Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single 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 - 1.5 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

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 University of Edinburgh
Close to Grassmarket, 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
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • 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

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • 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
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Allison House 17 Guesthouse
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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 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Allison House 17 on 24 Nov 2024 start from €86.15, 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. 197 out of 509 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 509 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 509 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 509 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 509 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Aleksej

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
In my opinion, there were two drawbacks to this property. First, there is no one on the property to answer questions or offer advice. Not even a phone number. They don't offer breakfast and we did not see any place in the area to get breakfast. And there was no one who could advise us which direction to go to get food. Second, our room was on the top floor (three levels up) and there is no elevator. We are in our late 70s and dragging luggage for 30 days. Not their problem, but it would have been helpful to know before arriving. On the positive side, the room was clean, spacious and felt very safe. There is a City bus stop directly across the street from the hotel. We had dinner at an Indian restaurant near the hotel. It was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well-kept hotel a pretty short walk from Edinburgh City Centre and convenient for Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Easy access to buses downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanja

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephani

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very nice!! Spacious. Close to a bus stop to get to the City Centre
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Nice large clean room with big bathroom . About 20 min walk to city centre or there is a bus stop just outside the hotel . Had space to park my car
Stayed 1 night 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

10/10 Excellent

kai

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Room clean and bed comfortable. Good
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

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet haven needing some maintenance.
A lovely haven to put your head on a pillow after an exhausting day around Edinburgh. The towel rail is unreachable. The lights for the bedside didn’t work. It was quiet which was fantastic. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024