Allison House 17 – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 64$/Night

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About the Hotel

17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

“The location was perfect for exploring Edinburgh on foot.”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

Allison House 17 offers double, triple, twin, and single rooms with private bathrooms featuring rainfall showers. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, electric kettle, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have seating areas. Chocolate is provided for guests.

Dining & Breakfast

The guesthouse serves a free morning buffet in a breakfast room with elegantly draped windows facing the street. No onsite restaurants are available, but the area has multiple dining options nearby.

Location & Transport

Allison House 17 is in Newington, 2.5 km south of Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station. Main-route buses stop nearby, providing access to the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Palace of Holyroodhouse. Arthur's Seat, St Giles' Cathedral, and the University of Edinburgh are within 2 km.

Services & Facilities

The guesthouse offers free self-parking (first-come, first-served), express check-in/check-out, and a lobby with tourist information and free Wi-Fi. Ironing facilities and heating are available in rooms.

Nearby Attractions

Key landmarks include Craigmillar Castle (2 km), The Real Mary King's Close (2 km), and Calton Hill (2.5 km). Princess Street Gardens, separating Edinburgh's Old and New Towns, is a 30-minute walk away.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Small Double Room Private External Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

140 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Small Double Room No Window

Max:

2 persons

140 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

140 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Edinburgh 1.3 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 13.9 mi

Dundee (DND) 61.0 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop3700 ft

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Spacious and Clean

“I stayed in a spacious room that was impeccably clean. The comfort of the bed was a highlight, and having a private bathroom with clean towels and basic amenities made my stay enjoyable.” view full review

Modern and Well-Maintained

“The bathroom was modern and well-stocked, which enhanced my overall experience. It's always a relief to find a clean bathroom with everything needed for a comfortable stay.” view full review

Convenient Amenities

“I loved the availability of USB charging ports in the room, easy to keep my devices charged. It's these little things that always make a difference during my stay.” view full review

Comfortable Atmosphere

“The bedroom was cozy with a warm atmosphere. The cleanliness and comfort of the bed made it a nice place to relax after a day of exploring the city.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Vending machines
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.5 mi

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.4 mi

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.2 mi

Landmark

Royal Mile

1.4 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

1.3 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.5 mi

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.4 mi

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.4 mi

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.6 mi

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.6 mi

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.3 mi

Park

Holyrood Park

1.7 mi

Monument

Scott Monument

1.5 mi

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.6 mi

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.5 mi

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.0 mi

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

1.4 mi

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.3 mi

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1.4 mi

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.4 mi

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

1.3 mi

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.3 mi

Landmark

Princes Street

1.6 mi

Landmark

The Meadows

1.1 mi

Square

Grassmarket

1.3 mi

Landmark

Summerhall

3500 ft

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

1.4 mi

University

University of Edinburgh

1.6 mi

Nearby

St Marks Unitarian Church

1300 ft

Restaurants

The Pacific Fish Bar

1700 ft

61 Mayfield Road

Three.14

3400 ft

38 Dalkeith Road

Scotch Hop

2600 ft

114 Causewayside

Strigicake

2500 ft

1 East Preston Street

Bonnie Burrito

2700 ft

82 South Clerk Street

Indaba Deli

3000 ft

17 Causewayside

On A Roll

3700 ft

1 George Square

Summerhall Cafe

3200 ft

1 Summerhall

Chicken Club

3000 ft

46 South Clerk Street

Enjoy - Gusto Italiano

3000 ft

44 South Clerk Street

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Allison House 17 – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Breakfast

Location & Transport

Services & Facilities

Nearby Attractions

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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