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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
Comfort Double Room | View from room
Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2AX
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • National Museum of Scotland
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Royal Mile
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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

View all photos for Economy Twin Room, No Windows

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

View all photos for Economy Double Room, No Windows

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

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room

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

Edinburgh

At Allison House 17 you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Royal Mile and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and locker space. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Newington guest house, attractions include University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket.
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What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk
  • Grassmarket - 4 min drive
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive
  • Princes Street - 6 min drive

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

Guesthouse with free parking, near Royal Mile
As a guest of Allison House 17, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Edinburgh guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Allison House 17 offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Edinburgh guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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 any questions, 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Allison House 17.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Allison House 17?

Allison House 17 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Allison House 17?

Yep, Allison House 17 has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Allison House 17?

The closest beach to Allison House 17 is Portobello Beach (4.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Allison House 17?

No, Allison House 17 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Allison House 17?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Allison House 17?

No, pets are not allowed.

Allison House 17 Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 530 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 530 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 530 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 530 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 530 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

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

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Giovanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanja

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt Unni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely satiesfied!
Very nice place to stay for two nights. Bus to the city centre just outside the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marguerite

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel represents good value for money. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed and linen of excellent quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, the shower is small, but I think that is typical. Great location with bus stops right out front, making it very easy to travel into the city. There were several nights we walked back and it really isn't that far. Easy check in/out. Great stay.
Stayed 6 nights 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

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024