Allison House 17
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About this property
This Georgian building is now a family-run guest house with easy access to Edinburgh city center by bus. It offers free WiFi, free parking and rooms with attached bathroom with flat-screen TVs. Allison House 17 is 1.5 mi south of Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the city center. The regular buses take about 10 minutes to reach the city center.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- John
United Kingdom
“No fuss check-in and out. Bus stop near door. Very clean. Very comfortable bed. Bedroom was smaller than average but nonetheless not cramped. Comfortable stay and recommended.” - Will
United States
“Location just outside the City Centre, ease of check in/out, available parking. Room was clean and comfortable.” - Farah
United Kingdom
“I loved the vintage look, and despite its age the building was very well maintained. Bus station to city center is a minute away, and it was very easy for us to commute from and to the center. Loved our stay, would do it again.” - Elizabeth
Netherlands
“Great value. I really liked my room and found the price to be very reasonable.” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Good position for uni pick up. Parking. Close to bus stop into town. Clean. Great view” - Danielle
Ireland
“The room was very big. The beds were very comfy and everything was super clean and well kept. The location is really acceptable - a 30 min walk or 10 minute bus to city centre. Really exceeded our expectations.” - Debbie
United Kingdom
“Easy access into the foyer, has a warm and welcoming feeling as soon as you enter, a very comfortable and spacious room.” - Mohamed
Egypt
“The room we had had 2 single beds and an ensuite toilet. We had no issues as the room was clean and the self check-in/check-out process was straightforward. Happy with my stay” - Emma
Poland
“Huge rooms, very comfortable, good location, easy check in and out.” - Karen
Canada
“Comfortable place to stay, helpful host, great breakfast!”

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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note self check-in is available anytime. At the point of check-in guests can leave their luggage anytime in the provided luggage storage area in the property, but cannot enter the room until after the stated check-in time which is 14:00.
Check out time is 10:30. On check-out, the key must be left in the check-out key box in the lobby. Guests will be subject to charges if the key is not posted on check-out. You will also be subject to charges if there is any unreported damage to the property.
Please note the hotel is in a Georgian building and there is no elevator, please advise in your booking if you require a room with no stairs, which is subject to availability.
Car parking is limited and cannot be guaranteed. Car parking is available on a 'first come, first serve' basis. If spaces are not available outside the front door of the property, there is free 24/7 on street parking on Peel Terrace.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £50 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration