About this property

Historic Setting: Kingston Guesthouse in Edinburgh is housed in a recently renovated historic building. The property offers a garden and free WiFi, providing a relaxing and connected environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, garden views, and modern amenities such as free toiletries, work desks, and TVs. Family rooms and express check-in and check-out services cater to all guests. Convenient Services: The guest house provides private check-in and check-out, housekeeping, room service, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available, and Edinburgh Airport is 19 km away. Local Attractions: Nearby activities include boating, kayaking, and canoeing. Dumf with a coffee machine, electric kettle, and refrigerator.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and host was super friendly and accommodating.
  • Joanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was a lovely experience from the start to the end. The room was clean, comfortable, and cosy. Communication with the staff was also on point. We will definitely seek to rebook in the future!
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    Well presented clean room not too far out of town - easy codes for entrance. Flexibility with carpark was helpful.
  • Joe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    O Beautiful room perfect travel to city centre amenities i would recommend a return when in Edinburgh
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room very clean comfortable and spacious. The small fridge and coffee machine were an great extra. The electronic key/ checkin was very easy and once in your keyfob opens main door too.
  • Fidelma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was ideal, short 20 mins walk to centre, with an excellent choice of coffee shops on the way to enjoy breakfast. Staff were very prompt with check in information and kindly stored our bags while we went for breakfast on oyr last day.
  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Every little detail thought about for your comfort
  • Joanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    friendly service, clean room, peace and quiet, I highly recommend it :-)
  • Mia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was absolutely lovely, comfortable with great facilities (fridge, TV, private bathroom even a iron and ironing board). Communication with the site was great and really understanding. Would absolutely come back and recommend to others.
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely guest house located in a convenient area. Our room was really spacious with lovely big bay windows. Everything was spotlessly clean and the beds were very comfortable. Would have loved to stay longer if we had the time! The Housekeeping...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.1
Host review score
Kingston Guesthouse, it’s an elegant Victorian house, retaining a wealth of original character but with all modern comforts. Susie offer a friendly welcome and relaxed atmosphere with attention to detail and luxury, suitable for leisure and business guests
Susie is a warm and welcoming host with a passion for providing guests with a comfortable and memorable stay in Edinburgh. With a keen eye for detail and a genuine love for hospitality, Susie takes great pride in maintaining a clean, cozy, and relaxing environment for every visitor. Whether you’re here for sightseeing, business, or study, Susie is always happy to offer local tips, help with travel plans, and ensure you feel right at home. Her goal is to make every guest feel like part of the family and enjoy the very best that Edinburgh has to offer.
Our guest house is located in a quiet and charming residential area in EH9 2NG, offering guests a peaceful stay with easy access to Edinburgh’s most popular attractions. Nearby attractions and transport: • The University of Edinburgh – 10 minutes on foot • The Meadows (public park) – 7 minutes on foot • National Museum of Scotland – 20 minutes on foot or 10 minutes by bus • Edinburgh Castle – 30 minutes on foot or 15 minutes by bus • Royal Mile & Old Town – 25 minutes on foot or 12 minutes by bus • Princes Street (city centre shopping) – 15–20 minutes by bus • Edinburgh Waverley Station – 15–20 minutes by bus There are several bus stops just a few minutes’ walk from the property, with frequent service to the city centre and other major destinations. Guests can also find supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants within walking distance. This neighbourhood is ideal for both tourists and academic visitors seeking comfort, convenience, and an authentic Edinburgh experience.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Kingston Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kingston Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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