Reviews of Ardleigh House 3 stars
260 Ferry Road, Edinburgh, EH5 3AN, United Kingdom
#102 of 188 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 150 B&B reviews
8.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.5
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Comfort
8.4
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Location
8.0
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Facilities
7.7
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Staff
9.0
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Value for money
7.2
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Free WiFi
7.4
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Reviewed: 7 November 2024
Robert
United Kingdom2 reviews7.0“Handy base for north Edinburgh.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Comfort Triple Room with Shower
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Ferry road is busy, though there is a pedestrian crossing quite close by.
Our room at the back of the house was quiet. There was good parking just opposite. The bus service into the centre was good. Convenient location for Leith and the Royal Yacht
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 13 October 2024
Rosemary
United Kingdom5 reviews7.0“Nice location, friendly welcome. Room adequate.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Room not very warm but not a problem
Friendly welcome.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 13 October 2024
Paul
United Kingdom13 reviews8.0“A very enjoyable stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No breakfast available, some parts of room looking tired.
Clean tidy location parking nice host.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 7 October 2024
Jean
United Kingdom1 review9.0“It was nice not too far from the centre of town. Buses was good. People was fine we enjoyed Edinburgh”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
It was very near a bus stop. It was easy to fine. There were lots of information brochures about things to do and places to go. The staff were helpful and kind.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 30 September 2024
Christine
United Kingdom4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Sadly breakfast wasn't included, should we have had a part refund for this? The water supply was hot but strength of shower poor
Helpfulness of staff Clean , good supply of essentials including tea, coffee etc
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 21 September 2024
Linda
Canada6 reviews8.0“We had a lovely time visiting Edinburgh for the first time.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Comfort Triple Room with Shower
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I would have preferred accommodations with breakfast but we found a place to eat nearby so that was fine.
Quiet and comfortable accommodations. Close to an excellent restaurant and close to bus stops so it was easy to get to the city centre. The owner was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Ashley
United Kingdom9 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Comfort Triple Room with Shower
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I was unsure where breakfast was and the times etc. no one explained.
Location, friendly owner / staff.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 24 August 2024
Howard
Australia20 reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Well organised 3star guesthouse”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Stairs are quite steep for the less nimble.
A simple well equipped 3star guesthouse, with helpful host. Bus stops near by. Nice views. Shower has a small trough and step, so water doesn't flood the bathroom. Warm and cosy. Good wifi also. Good cafes nearby for meals.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Duncan
United Kingdom8 reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No breakfast
Convenient
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 1 July 2024
Fiona
United Kingdom40 reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Excellent B&B”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Please note bathroom for family room is separate, not ensuite. No breakfast
Lovely welcome. Large family room (separate bathroom) with wonderful view across pitches towards the castle - facing the road so unfortunately somewhat noisy at times and given the wonderful Scottish summer light, as the curtains are pale, didn't really keep out dawn light. Surprisingly no breakfast provided, but there is good one at Herringbone up the road (opens 9am) Easy parking on road or on land opposite. Good location for Botanic Gardens (where we were attending a wedding) and Firth of Forth, Leith, and easy bus service in to centre.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Clements
Malaysia4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Comfort Triple Room with Shower
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bathroom a bit small, but shower was great.
Friendly owner. Spacious.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Lynette
Australia27 reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Loved the location but we think a bit overpriced.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We thought for the money the decor was very dated and faded and needed upgrading. We were also disappointed we need to walk onto the landed where we sometimes met other guests to access our private bathroom.
We loved the location of the property which was an easy bus ride to the castle precinct and the royal yacht Britannia. The host was very obliging and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom and bedroom were very clean.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Karen
Canada12 reviews7.0“An ok stay near bus stop”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Communication with the host was confusing and required a fair bit of back and forth to confirm. They accept cash only at the property if not prepaid. Breakfast is NOT included contrary to previous reviews. The room was cluttered with furniture and quite shabby. The property could use a complete update in decor especially for the price. The bathroom was clean and private but located in the hall.
Ardleigh House is conveniently located on a bus route to city centre.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Madeleine
Australia23 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Comfortable and quiet.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Could be an issue for people unable to manage stairs.No lift.Expensive(due to bank holiday weekend).
Late check in due to train delay.Kind staff.Clean.Ensuite.Quiet.Easy bus to centre.Lovely bar and restaurant 200 metres.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Scott
United Kingdom1 review7.0“Enjoyable fantastic city just a little disappointed with the bill issue”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
When we arrived we tried to pay with our debit card but the property didn’t have the facility we booked via booking .com so assumed money would automatically be taken but had a email stating that if action was not taken immediately to settle the bill the property would take action this was on the same day as we left so I would recommend anyone staying in the future take the cash with you
Standard clean with comfortable bed lovely owner who was very helpful good transport to all attractions from outside front door all in all a pleasurable stay
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Fabien
Japan2 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Comfort Triple Room with Shower
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A bit expensive rate, but maybe high season?
Very warm welcome and helpful owner
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Robert
New Zealand207 reviews24 helpful votes8.0“This property is centrally located with excellent transport links right outside the door - and a great view of the castl”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Our host was generous and helpful and kindly let us into the property ahead of schedule which we very much appreciated as that gave us time to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Amanda
Brazil10 reviews8.0“Nice place to stay a few minutes from the city center”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The shower could be better and the toilet made a lot of noise after flushing it. We were also expecting breakfast to be served (our reservation said it was included), but there was only coffee, tea and a small chocolate biscuit in the room for us.
The room was cozy and had really nice, comfortable beds. The owner was kind and friendly. I think the best part was the location, with buses to the city center at a short walk distance.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Caroline
United Kingdom2 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Comfort Triple Room with Shower
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Tiny shower in a small en suite. Anyone with mobility issues wouldn't be able to use. No breakfast available. Maybe some pastries with tea/coffee would be nice.
Good location, easy access to the buses. Room was nice and warm.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Pat
United Kingdom15 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
We were expecting breakfast to be included as it was last time we stayed. It didn't matter as we had coffee/tea and biscuits in the room and had had a lovely meal the previous night. At home we usually have a light breakfast
It was close to the Botanic Gardens where we attended a meeting and easy to get to the centre of Edinburgh The visit was both for 'work' and pleasure which I couldn't indicate in the questionnaire. We have stayed at Ardleigh before.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 December 2023
Kathryn
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“Enjoyable stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The only thing was the bed was very creaky.
The staff were lovely, really good communication before arrival. They were friendly and gave advice about the area.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Lena
Sweden3 reviews9.0“We will return when we visit Edinburgh next time”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We really like the stay ! Near to the bus and a nice welcome
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Cindi
United States13 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Worked for what we needed”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The breakfast was just ok. Enough to eat but probably the least favorite part of our stay
Nice room with private bath down the hall Very large room with partial view of Edinburgh castle Easy to catch the bus
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 30 September 2023
William
United States3 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Shower water pressure.
Everything was very clean and nicely done.
Stayed in September 2023
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