Shared Bathroom Double Room
- 1 Double bed
Guest house · Edinburgh · Edinburgh
Mayfair Guest House
A small 6-room guest house on Pilrig Street, a short drive from Edinburgh Castle and within walking distance of transport and cafes.
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Public parking nearby
- Tea and coffee facilities
7.3
Very good
1114 reviews
Booking.com 7.3 · 1114 reviews
About
Mayfair Guest House
Mayfair Guest House is a small, no-frills guest house with 6 rooms on Pilrig Street in Edinburgh. It sits about 10 minutes' drive from Edinburgh Castle and within easy reach of the city centre, with public parking available nearby.
The property offers free Wi-Fi in rooms, heating, and ironing facilities. Each room comes with tea and coffee making amenities, restocked daily. The guest house operates a strict no-smoking and no-pets policy, and access is by key.
- No smoking on site
- Car park
- Off-site car park
- No pets allowed
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Comfortable beds — Multiple guests specifically praised the comfort of the beds in double and single rooms.
- Helpful staff — Staff are consistently described as helpful, from check-in to departure, with a friendly touch.
- Daily tea and coffee — Rooms come with a kettle and tea/coffee, restocked daily – a welcome touch for guests.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Lower value rating — The value-for-money score is the weakest category, suggesting some guests feel the price doesn't fully match the experience.
- Rooms score below average — Rooms earned a 7.1 rating, below the general 7.6, with some guests noting issues like size or warmth.
- Strict check-in window — Check-in is only between 14:00 and 22:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Deluxe Family Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essentials
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
- Carpeted floor
Safety
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Policies
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
- Car park (off-site)
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.3/10 from 1,114 reviews
Booking.com · 7.3 · 1114 reviews
7.3Verified guest“We really liked the comfortable beds.”
7.3Verified guest“Everything was just fine.”
7.3Verified guest“A cosy place for a one-night stay in Edinburgh.”
7.3Verified guest“Rooms were a good size and the bed was super comfy, felt like home. The location was decent, not far from transport and cafes. Silver Bowl fast food was a 5-minute walk away.”
7.3Verified guest“My room was clean and had a kettle. Tea and coffee were just what I needed after a late night. Staff were helpful at check-in and showed me around.”
7.3Verified guest“We stayed in the double room – the bed was comfy and we loved it.”
04 — Location
Getting around Edinburgh
The property sits in Edinburgh.
Getting around: The guest house is near a bus stop, making it easy to explore the city. Edinburgh Castle is a 10-minute drive, and the city centre is within walking distance.
Nearby attractions: Leith Walk and the Playhouse are about a 20-minute walk. The Royal Botanic Garden is also nearby, and there's a golf club 2 km away.
Food and drink: There are plenty of pubs and restaurants close by, including Silver Bowl, a fast food spot 5 minutes' walk from the guest house.
76 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH6 5AS, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 14:00-22:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 6 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00 and check-out is at 10:00.
Is parking available?
Public parking is available nearby, but it is off-site.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms.
The bottom line
A straightforward, budget-conscious choice for a short stay in Edinburgh, with comfortable beds and helpful staff, but be prepared for a stricter check-in and modest room finishings.
7.3Best for travellers who prioritise location and price over luxury.
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