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      Guest Houses in Edinburgh City Centre

      Find top-rated guest houses in Edinburgh city centre. Compare 11 options with superb ratings (up to 91/100), free WiFi, and breakfast. Book now for exclusive deals.

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      Queen Charlotte GuesthouseGuest house
      8.6
      Great
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      1.0 km from City Centre500 m from Edinburgh Christmas Market
      Private BathroomsCoffee Makers24-hour Security
      • 18th-century guesthouse in New Town
      • Multilingual Mandarin and Cantonese staff
      • 600m from Edinburgh Castle
      From£ 261 /nightSelect
      Regent House Hotel - City Centre HotelGuest house
      7.6
      Very good
      Map
      900 m from City Centre200 m from Edinburgh Playhouse
      Self Check-inCourtyard GardenFamily Rooms
      • Automated self check-in kiosk
      • Restored Georgian townhouse setting
      • Peaceful courtyard garden
      From£ 244 /nightSelect
      Cambridge HouseGuest house
      7.4
      Very good
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      1.8 km from City Centre1.1 km from Edinburgh Playhouse
      Private BathroomWork DeskLuxury Toiletries
      • Historic 1880 building
      • Owner-run with personalized service
      • Affordable £5 breakfast option
      From£ 23 /nightSelect
      Atlas Guest HouseGuest house
      8.3
      Great
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      1.1 km from City Centre600 m from Edinburgh Playhouse
      Luggage StorageElectric KettleCots
      • Georgian boutique guesthouse
      • Scottish shortbread welcome
      • Princes Street 15-min walk
      From£ 64 /nightSelect
      Pilrig St RoomsGuest house
      7.0
      Very good
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      1.7 km from City Centre1000 m from Edinburgh Playhouse
      TerraceLuggage StorageAllergy-Free Rooms
      • Terrace with city views
      • Family-friendly guest rooms
      • Private check-in and out
      From£ 28 /nightSelect
      The GiffordGuest house
      8.0
      Great
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      1.9 km from City Centre1000 m from Queen's Hall
      JacuzziGolf CourseGarden
      • VisitScotland Gold Award
      • Views of Arthur's Seat
      • Self-service digital check-in
      From£ 99 /nightSelect
      Edinb&BGuest house
      7.3
      Very good
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      300 m from City Centre200 m from University of Edinburgh
      Shared KitchenAdults OnlyBuffet Breakfast
      • Adults-only B&B near Royal Mile
      • Shared kitchen for guest use
      • Daily buffet breakfast included
      From£ 33 /nightSelect
      Leith HouseGuest house
      6.7
      Nice
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      1.8 km from City Centre1.1 km from Edinburgh Playhouse
      CourtyardLibraryKitchenette
      • Owner lives on-site for personal touch
      • Converted 1880s property with charm
      • On-site library for guest use
      From£ 23 /nightSelect
      Abbotsford Guest HouseGuest house
      7.6
      Very good
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      1.7 km from City Centre1000 m from Edinburgh Playhouse
      Homemade BreakfastOn-street ParkingLuggage Storage
      • Homemade breakfast with dietary options
      • Free on-street parking evenings & weekends
      • Personalized host with local tips
      From£ 126 /nightSelect
      Elder York Guest HouseGuest house
      8.7
      Great
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      700 m from City Centre400 m from Edinburgh Playhouse
      Golf ConciergeLuggage StorageFamily Rooms
      • Grade A listed period building
      • Golf concierge service
      • Made-to-order Scottish breakfast
      From£ 103 /nightSelect
      Balmore Guest HouseGuest house
      7.3
      Very good
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      1.6 km from City Centre600 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
      Conservatory DiningPrivate ParkingLuggage Storage
      • Personalized breakfast in conservatory
      • Family-run Victorian guest house
      • Antique Victorian character charm
      From£ 150 /nightSelect
      Averon Guest HouseGuest house
      7.9
      Very good
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      1.6 km from City Centre600 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
      Live MusicSecure ParkingEV Charging
      • Daily Scottish music performances
      • Secure motorcycle parking
      • Owner-led historical storytelling
      From£ 76 /nightSelect
      Sheens HouseGuest house
      9.2
      Perfect
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      1.3 km from City Centre700 m from Queen's Hall
      Garden TerracePrivate PatiosElectric Kettles
      • Recently renovated historic building
      • Family rooms with kitchenettes
      • Garden and city views from suites
      From£ 174 /nightSelect
      Minto HouseGuest house
      8.7
      Great
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      1.9 km from City Centre900 m from Queen's Hall
      Free ParkingLuggage StorageFamily Rooms
      • Free parking on a first-come basis
      • Rooms with Arthur's Seat views
      • Quiet residential historic area
      From£ 91 /nightSelect
      No. 53 Frederick StreetGuest house
      8.6
      Great
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      1000 m from City Centre400 m from Edinburgh Christmas Market
      Walking ToursBike ToursBar/Lounge
      • Breakfast at Rabble restaurant
      • Georgian townhouse with modern amenities
      • Digital check-in and keyless entry
      From£ 108 /nightSelect
      A Room In The City - WestGuest house
      9.5
      Perfect
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      1.5 km from City Centre500 m from Usher Hall
      Hot TubAdults OnlyiPod Docking
      • Housed in a 1700s building
      • Adults-only accommodation
      • Hot tub for guest relaxation
      From£ 96 /nightSelect
      Ivy- Braveheart Guest HouseGuest house
      7.6
      Very good
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      1.5 km from City Centre600 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
      Complimentary BreakfastLuggage StorageCycling
      • Generous breakfast buffet included
      • Owner's personalized local tips
      • Historical guesthouse ambiance
      From£ 22 /nightSelect
      Gladstone HouseGuest house
      9.0
      Perfect
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      1.8 km from City Centre900 m from Queen's Hall
      Private ParkingLuggage StorageExpress Check-in
      • Homemade breakfast with Sicilian marmalade
      • Personalized service from knowledgeable hosts
      • Victorian decor reflects local culture
      From£ 180 /nightSelect
      The Residence - No 57Guest house
      6.0
      Nice
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      1.6 km from City Centre600 m from Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
      Family RoomsWork DesksCots
      • Nearby boating and kayaking
      • Historic building with family rooms
      • Cots available for families
      From£ 40 /nightSelect
      Fraoch HouseGuest house
      8.6
      Great
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      1.8 km from City Centre1.0 km from Edinburgh Playhouse
      Free ParkingTennis CourtGarden
      • Personalized service with local tips
      • Daily homemade Scottish breakfast
      • Victorian charm with modern decor
      From£ 85 /nightSelect
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      Guest houses in Edinburgh city centre are typically set in converted Victorian townhouses, offering a mix of period character and modern amenities. Most are family-run and located within walking distance of Princes Street, the Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle. Guests can expect free WiFi, en-suite bathrooms, and daily breakfast options such as full Scottish or continental. Some properties provide free parking or EV charging, a rare perk in central Edinburgh. Budget to mid-range rates make them suitable for solo travelers, couples, and families.

      Top-rated options include the Sherwood Guest House (score 91) in Newington, known for its continental breakfast and proximity to Arthur's Seat. Gladstone House (score 91) also in Newington offers free private parking. The Elder York Guest House (score 87) in the New Town serves a full Scottish breakfast and is a five-minute walk from Princes Street. The Gifford (score 82) features digital self-check-in, free parking, and views of Salisbury Crags. Book early during August festivals and verify parking availability if driving.