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The Alexander Guest House

3.0 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a chandelier, and a view of the city.
A hallway with a floral wallpaper, white doors numbered 3 and 4, a small table with a lamp, and a vase with branches.
A hotel room with a red wall, a white door, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.
A historic building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and stone facade.
A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters leading to a room with large windows and a plaid carpet.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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35, Mayfield Gardens - EH9 2BX, Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a floral wallpaper pattern.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a wooden headboard, and a floral wallpaper pattern.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a chandelier, and a view of the city.

Family Triple Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 6)

A neatly made bed with white linens and a grey headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

A room with two white doors, a round wooden table with a white tray, a beige chair, and a mirror with floral wallpaper.

Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Room 8)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room (Room 8)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 9)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a floral wallpaper.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 9)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Room 1)

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

A small, compact room with a single bed, a desk with a laptop, a kettle, and a coffee maker. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window with a view of buildings outside.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Ensuite (Room 11)

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a trash bin, and a chandelier.

Family Room, Ensuite (Room 11)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom (Room 12)

A neatly made bed with white and grey linens, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Room 12)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 6

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About the area

Edinburgh

At The Alexander Guest House you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Royal Mile and 1.6 km (1 mi) from University of Edinburgh. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Other amenities include luggage storage and a communal living room. English breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .You'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Edinburgh Castle and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Princes Street with a stay at this 3-property class Newington B&B.
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What's nearby

  • The Meadows - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Holyrood Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Haldi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Verdo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Alexander Guest House

As a guest of The Alexander Guest House, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a communal living room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Edinburgh bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Alexander Guest House offers 9 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Alexander Edinburgh
Alexander Hotel Edinburgh
Alexander Guest House B&B Edinburgh
Alexander Guest House Edinburgh
Alexander Guest House B&B
The Alexander Edinburgh
The Alexander Guest House Edinburgh
The Alexander Guest House Bed & breakfast
The Alexander Guest House Bed & breakfast Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Alexander Guest House?

Yep, The Alexander Guest House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alexander Guest House?

As of 8 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alexander Guest House on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$286, 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 The Alexander Guest House?

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

Does The Alexander Guest House serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Alexander Guest House?

No, The Alexander Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Alexander Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Alexander Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Alexander Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 97 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abberamiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, best to travel with ocd mother Friendly and supportive staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely and quiet house and nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on a pretty street and close to bus stop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. There was no breakfast. There was a notice apologizing that breakfast was not offered during the time I stayed there. It was an ok stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luz amparo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel, highly recommended, I would stay there again on another occasion.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its quiet and safe neighborhood. Close to groceries and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Fridge would be nice to have.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice enough, nice clean shower, and good tea making facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not many shops nearby however the public transit system is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for what I was looking for - an overnight stay within walking distance of Napier Merchiston campus, but I would have loved to have had breakfast as an option.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was close to everything if you want to take the bus or walk into the heart of Edinburgh.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Clean and comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Room was cozy and spotlessly clean. Bathroom looked newly redone, everything worked perfectly. Good location within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bus line. Parking is mostly street parking a block away. Property is self-check-in, very easy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, with a very comfy bed and good shower. Only met the staff very briefly and check in hence the 4 staffs but everything was fine with enough tea and coffee. Would be great if they did breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very Affordable and Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, not too close but not too far from the 'Royal Mile'.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms! Convenient for dining and pubs. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The beds were comfortable and check in and check out were hassle free. We were able to drop off our luggage before check in so we could see Edinburgh without worrying about bags. Transportation is right out the front door making it easy to jump on and off the bus to get to and from the Royal Mile.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely accommodation, the bed was very firm. Good location, close to buses that go into the city centre. Only two car parks but there's parking on the street behind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proprty was lovely inside & out. The room we had for 3 of us was beautiful and clean and we will be coming back next year. Thsnk you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful furnishings and decor. Bus stop across street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henrietta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well cared for. My room was very clean with tea and coffee and useful items such as hand soap and hairdryer. I could have ironed a shirt too. Check in process very easy, just felt a bit odd that I saw no-one at all either staff or other guests! Would stay there again as very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Delwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved my room here (number 7). Bigger than other single rooms I had on my trip, beautiful wallpaper, window seat, lovely view of Arthurs Seat. Bathroom was small and the water pressure wasn't great. Bus stop to town just across the road. Be aware it's at least 10 mins walk to the nearest shop.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good hotel .but no breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds and pillows are not great. Beautiful decor. Can’t control temperature.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025