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Fraoch House

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
Premier Double Room, Ensuite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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66 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 5AS
  • Place, Calton Hill
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single room , External bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Fraoch House you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Royal Mile and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Leith guest house include Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street.
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What's nearby

  • Calton Hill - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Princes Street - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • George Street - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey Leith - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Best Kebab House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tepuy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Harp & Castle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Origano - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Fraoch House

Guesthouse in Edinburgh, near Royal Mile
WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Edinburgh guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
Fraoch House offers 9 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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 credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Fraoch House?

The closest beach to Fraoch House is Portobello Beach (4.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fraoch House?

No, Fraoch House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fraoch House?

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

Are pets allowed at Fraoch House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Fraoch House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 455 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The B&B is about a 8-10 minute walk from the tram station that runs to & from the airport (the stop closest is Balfour St). Our room was in the lowest floor (below street level), and was a good size. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was fine; plenty of hot water (though the water heater made a loud noise when in use). They provided a bottle of filtered water, chocolate bars, tea and instant coffee, along with a hot pot. I couldn't figure out the TV, so I didn't bother with it; it was connected to a DVD player, and there were movies to borrow upstairs. The host was very helpful in regard to getting around the town; he told us that a bus stopped right across from the house that went into the royal mile area. We had no trouble getting UBERs from there. Also, the Tram was an easy way to the port of Leith where we visited the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Fraoch House is a very quaint house. The bedroom and bathroom was was clean. I took a star off because the property is a little dated overall. But I was very happy with the proximity to the royal mile and convenience overall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact unit, not very roomy but clean, good to stay a few days for 2 people. Staff were very friendly and helpful. 25 minute walk to city, plenty of pubs and restaurants nearby. Bus stops outside property (bus # 11) from the city and bustop to city is across the road. 5 minute walk to tram which will take you to the airport. Good location, well worth staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place! We felt so fancy being welcomed with biscuits and drinks and a short explanation of the surrounding area. Perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Excellent!

Spacious room, comfortable beds and modern en suite. The fan already in the room was especially welcomed during the warm spell. Excellent breakfast! On bus lines into the city center. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay, really comfortable room and the staff were so attentive and helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a quaint establishment - a cross between an AB&B and hotel It had a shared fridge , little dining area and very friendly staff to help us up the stairs with our luggage , borrow us an extra converter and charger and provide assistance on so many other levels ! Rooms were clean and provided coffee, toiletries and a closet to hang a few things . I would highly recommend them !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a lovely stay, mathew the owner was so helpful regarding buses etc. The bus stop to princess street is directly outside the hotel. My only criticism and its a more personal one is being type 1 diabetic there was no alternatives to sugar in hot drinks at breakfast or in the room, bathroom window couldnt be opened, like i say very small gripes. Other than that me and my mam had a fantastic stay, breakfast was beautiful and the room was lovely and spacious. Would definitely recommended this B&B
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Great find

Room was spacious, clean and perfect for my needs, communal areas, corridors etc are abit tired, but the room was great. The manager was very helpful when I checked in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and were able to walk to most of the Edinburgh highlights and also had the option of easy public transit. The room was extremely comfortable and the staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fraoch House was wonderful. The accommodations were excellent, situated in a lovely neighborhood conveniently situated a brief bus ride from Old Town Edinburgh. Would most certainly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

What a hidden gem

Check in was the best I've ever had! Tea or coffee with shortbread in the front room, Matthew went through all the details and gave some great info of the area, helped with bus times too. The accomodation is stunning, beautifully decorated, comfortable bed, quiet, lots of extras too. Nice to see some eco refills for bathroom shampoo/soap etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sundar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and lovely place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice and extremely helpful. Great location to hop on the bus and travel to locations if you choose not to walk. The room was clean, slept in comfortable beds and the pillows were comfortable too. We highly recommend Fraoch House to stay while in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lize-Marie

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

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

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