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Reviews of Castle Park Guest House 4 stars

75 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, EH3 9NU, United Kingdom

#2 of 158 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh

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Review score

Based on 264 B&B reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    Fantastic place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing comes to my mind

    Ian and David are fantastic hosts, they made me feel like at home. Everything was perfect, so if I could rate more than 10 I would :) Thank you so much for your hospitality!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    10
    Beautiful guest house, wonderful hosts and delicious breakfasts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I stayed at Castle Park Guest House for 3 nights when running the Edinburgh marathon and it was exceptional. The guest house and room were immaculate with a very comfortable bed. The location was great (20 minute walk to the old town, or a 10 minute walk to the local shops and cafes with good bus links right outside). Our hosts were wonderfully friendly and helpful and made sure I had a lovely big breakfast after the marathon! The black pudding is out of this world. I will definitely stay again when we go back to Edinburgh.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Comfortable and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a fantastic stay at Castle Park Guest House! I stayed in one of the smaller rooms (Buchanan) and found it to be very comfortable, and as a solo female traveler I felt very safe. The location is great - it’s quiet since it’s not in the middle of the main touristy area, but it’s still very easy to get to many attractions by walking or taking the bus (a bus stop is right across the street). If I’m ever back in Edinburgh then I will definitely stay here again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    Great little guesthouse
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly welcome, clean, comfortable facilities, lots of attention to detail. I would be happy to stay here again or recommend to friends and family.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I had a fantastic stay with excellent customer service and delicious breakfast each morning! Also, the bed was very comfortable and warm. The private bathroom was a few steps down the hall but it was spacious and updated and really not a problem at all. Really nice, quiet place to stay in Edinburgh.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Everything was perfect. Also we was suprised by sustainable approach everywhere. Perfect breakfast - smoked salmon was one of the best! Also perfect guidance what to do in the city and where. We was very satisfied.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    David and Ian are wonderful hosts. The lovely and freshly prepared breakfast provided an amazing start in the day. Rooms are modern, cosy and very clean. The place is located near the old town but in a quiet street. All questions were answered very friendly and with great expertise. Coffee, tea and small snacks are available at all time. David provided a safe parking spot nearby. We enjoyed our time and will come back :-)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Castle Park Guest House was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Ian and David excel at hospitality, the included breakf
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing breakfast, easy walk to nearby restaurants and the city center. Hosts were lovely and very accommodating.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Our high class hideaway from the busy city of Edinburgh made us feel royalty.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a thing! Everything was intentionally cared for and thought of.

    This was the BEST surprise along our trip. The room was so comfortable with plush bedding and luxurious amenities. The private bathroom was upgraded and had the rainfall shower head of my dreams! The room had so many nice extras that we appreciated- they truly thought of everything! Also Ian and David’s service was next level. The homemade to order breakfast each morning and personal touches really made this stay one of our favorites in a long time! Also the view from our room was priceless.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Great place to stay in Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We love this place. Really nice and cozy rooms, with an amazing breakfast and an even better service from Ian and David. Edinburgh is a place to walk, and everything is near by, but if you want to take a bus to go to some.place, you have a bus stop in front of the building. Is a Guest House that I gully recommend!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    The best Guest house I have stayed in during my 30 years of visiting Edinburgh!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    That I did not stay there long enough or that I did nor order a Pain au Chocolat for breakfast!

    The room was perfect- very good space for me with a table and comfy chair to use as my desk during my stay. Bathroom was exceptional also with loads of space and inimmaculate condition! Breakfasts were all 5 star events! You could have Vegetarian, Full Scottish (!) or smoked Salmon. For all choices you could have eggs cooked as you like it with freshly baked toast (brown or white). You could also have freshly prepared croissant (or Pain au Chocolat!) if ordered the day before- the smell wrafted up to the second floor and it made me regret not ordering one!). Location is exceptional- Bruntsfield area is my favourite in the whole of Edinburgh! It puts to shame Princes Street area which is dirty, too much hustle and bustle and full of closed down shops. Bruntsfield Place has loads of small fascinating independent shops- not a Tesco, Cafe Nero or Starbucks to be seen until you go towards Toll Cross! Bruntsfield Place reminded me of South Yarra in Melbourne! The folks who run Castle Park Guest House are friendly, helpful and full of local information if you ever need it!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Outstanding staff in nice place nearby city centre
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Courtesy and cleaning. Amazing breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing breakfast !!! Thanks for the visit recommandations 😊

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very sympathic and helpfull hosts. They had beautiful recommendations and were always there when needed. Big thumbs up for the customized and very tasty breakfast and the extremely cozy bed. Thank you so much Ian, David and Aaron. We had a beautiful stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Beyond wonderful!!! Perfection itself
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing; it was perfection!

    Beautifully restored and maintained B&B. Rooms comfortable and luxurious, we hated to leave! Hosts David and Ian were attentive and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent and wonderfully prepared.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    You will feel like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Incredible with how much love and charm they lead this guest house, you feel like home and don’t want to leave again. Location is perfect to explore Edinburgh You need to try their home made bread and veggie haggis

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place was immaculate, the breakfast was exceptional and the service and attention to detail was impeccable. We really enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to come back or recommend it..

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    Family vibe B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Room for 1 is quite small but was well organized and had everything you might need. Walls are not very soundproof - heard my neighbors conversation - its a minor inconvenience as the building is quite old

    The owners of the B&B were very accommodating with great attention to details, really enjoyed our interactions Loved the personalized breakfast and attention to no-waste and sustainability topic Interesting Scottish patterns themed rooms and as it was a X-mas time we had very cute X-mas tree in the dining room with minimalistic decorations Convenient location - bus stops are nearby and walking distance to city-center (25-30 min max)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Before you even step foot in the door Ian & David have already made you feel welcome, then arriving at Castle Park you realise that their beautiful guest house is just the dream place to stay. It's not always about the big things in life it's always the little things that really do make you smile, we felt at home with Ian & David. Their attention to detail, little treats throughout the stay and that not wanting to leave feeling is when you know you've found the place you'll always stay whenever you visit Edinburgh.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    10
    Lovely experience from check in to check out
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike

    The hosts were fabulous and the breakfasts were among the best we've ever had. We are looking forward to our next visit already

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    While we realise constructive feedback is important, we really don't think it could have been any better!

    A fantastic location for our city break. Around 20 mins walk from most things we wanted to see in the city and a peaceful area to return to. Breakfast was delicious and fresh. It came in modest portions meaning it was possible to have a cooked breakfast every day with no waste, while being very generously offered more if desired! The room was spacious and impeccably clean. The bed was so comfortable my partner and I renamed it "the cloud"! Ian and David were fantastic hosts making us feel comfortable, looked after and informed. The attention to detail during this stay was brilliant and made it a charming experience. We would come back in a heartbeat and strongly recommend this guest house to anyone else travelling to Edinburgh.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    10
    A wonderful place to stay and an amazing cooked breakfast. So welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the whole experience. Beautiful clean facilities, a very comfortable bed, an exceptional breakfast and the hosts were so accommodating and friendly. I will definitely be coming back here. Thankyou very much

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private External Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I stayed in a room with an outside bathroom accessed by crossing a corridor. A camera was visible on this route, and despite understanding that it was a common area, the camera's presence made me feel uncomfortable.

    They were very friendly and helpful with suggestions, and the breakfasts were fantastic. The bedroom with lots of light from the skylights, and the modern and well-decorated bathroom

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    10
    City Break.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was lovely. Congenial hosts. Delicious breakfast. Clean & practical room. Extremely comfortable bed. Excellent shower. Thank you to Ian & David - they really care about their guests & are very helpful & kind. Lovely visit. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in November 2023

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