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4 Friends House

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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106 Ferry Rd., Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 4PG
  • Place, Leith Docks
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Yacht Britannia
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a desk with chairs.

Comfort Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room

A room with two single beds, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a plaid bedspread, and two towels on the bed.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room with Private External Bathroom

A small, simple room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a television.

Single Room with Private External Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Single Room with Shared Bathroom

A small, cozy bedroom with a single bed, a wooden dresser, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Basic Single Room with Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom

A neatly made bed with white linens and a purple blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, and a green carpeted floor.

Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, and two windows with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Edinburgh

At 4 Friends House you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Princes Street and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Royal Mile. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find multilingual staff, luggage storage and a communal living room. .With a stay at this Leith guest house, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Edinburgh Castle and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Leith Docks - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Calton Hill - 7 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 8 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min drive
  • Newhaven Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Roseleaf Bar Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Alby's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Kitchin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬11 min walk

About this property

4 Friends House

As a guest of 4 Friends House, you'll find a library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. 4 Friends House also features a communal living room and a water dispenser.

This Edinburgh guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
4 Friends House offers 9 accommodations with a hairdryer and blackout curtains. This accommodation is furnished with desks and desk chairs. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 11

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant 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 fee: GBP 11 (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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Air conditioning is not provided. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

4 Friends House Edinburgh
4 Friends House Guesthouse
4 Friends House Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 4 Friends House?

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

How much does it cost to stay at 4 Friends House?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4 Friends House on 31 Aug 2026 start from AU$217, 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.

Are there any beaches close to 4 Friends House?

The closest beach to 4 Friends House is Portobello Beach (5.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 4 Friends House?

No, 4 Friends House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 4 Friends House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 4 Friends House?

No, only service animals are allowed.

4 Friends House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property, excellent staff, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very friendly staff. Really enjoyed my stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very welcoming and helpful staff, quiet location... perfect for what I needed! Many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 1 night stay in a very very nice room. Super clean and well taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff were so helpful and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jutta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A comfortable stay with great staff

Super friendly and helpful staff, a beautiful building too. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the price point! It was in a great location and the staff was very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay

Amazing experience and the staff was above and beyond the expectations..well done to everyone look after this place 😊😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antoaneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was charming and
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leithan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable stay for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 1 night , room spotless , friendly staff , great location , couldnt ask for more for they money , would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable. Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rémy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect journey with kind staff ! Thank you from Belgium !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, bright, quiet and very close to the inner city by bus… The staff were so kind, helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tadeusz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is budget hotel, and for short stay i recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay! Silvia is so attentive and Kind! They really did think of everything a traveler would need!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anuroop

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had one of our best experience at the 4 friends House.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. There are bus stops located in the same block as the property to take you wherever you need the go. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHERLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent, staff was really good . I recommend the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An absolute gem of a guest house

My room and bed was very comfortable. There is also a reception room with lots of lovely touches, such as breakfast items, toaster, microwave and various books and games.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I liked best was the incredibly kind and helpful staff. They did everything possible to make our stay comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024