Kingsway Guest House - Edinburgh
55.934015, -3.172935Overview
Award-winning breakfasts and warm Scottish hospitality at this AA-recognized guest house in Edinburgh
Amenities & Services
Kingsway Guest House Edinburgh offers private off-street parking with electric vehicle charging stations, a rare convenience in the city. Flexible check-in and express check-out policies accommodate varying travel schedules, while luggage storage allows guests to explore before or after their stay. The property provides free, reliable Wi-Fi and complimentary flat-screen televisions in every room, alongside board games and puzzles for guests to enjoy in the common areas.
Rooms & Accommodations
Each room at Kingsway Guest House Edinburgh is housed within a stylishly renovated Victorian home that retains original architectural features such as high ceilings and large windows. Private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries, work desks, and soundproofing for a quiet stay. All rooms include an electric kettle, and guests can choose from a variety of room configurations, including triple rooms for families.
Award-Winning Breakfasts
The guest house holds the AA Friendliest B&B in the UK Award and multiple AA Breakfast Awards for its locally sourced homemade dishes. Each morning, guests select from a full English/Irish breakfast, vegetarian options, gluten-free alternatives, and daily specials announced on a blackboard near the dining room. Breakfast is served in a ground-floor dining area set to vintage 1930s music, with the option for special diet menus requested in advance.
Location & Neighborhood
Kingsway Guest House sits a 10-minute walk from Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat, with the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle about 20-30 minutes on foot. The property is situated on a quiet residential street with multiple nearby bus stops providing direct service to Princes Street and the St James Quarter shopping area. Hosts provide a hand-drawn local map and detailed guides to neighborhood pubs, restaurants, and attractions, enabling efficient exploration of the city.
Family & Hospitality
This family-run guest house is operated by hosts Lizzie and Gary, who offer personalized assistance for outings and provide recommendations for dining and sightseeing based on guest interests. Family rooms are available, and the property features board games and puzzles suitable for children. The guest house is recognized as family-friendly and can accommodate early check-ins or late arrivals by prior arrangement, with keys left for after-hours check-in.
- Breakfast: Multiple AA Breakfast Awards for locally sourced homemade dishes
- Parking: Private off-street parking with electric vehicle charging stations
- Hospitality: Family-run with personalized local guides and maps
- Location: 10 minutes from central Edinburgh, near Arthur's Seat and Royal Mile
- Rooms: Stylishly renovated Victorian home preserving original architectural features
- Family: Board games, family rooms, and tailored outing assistance
License number: EH-70860-F
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
250 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Room size:
175 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Essential information about Kingsway Guest House
| 💵 Lowest room price | 132 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.3 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
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