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Guesthouse
 Abercorn Guest House

Beachfront

1 Abercorn Terrace Portobello, Portobello, Edinburgh, EH15 2DD, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 655 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.7
Exceptional
658 reviews

Great hosts Angela and Willie. Lovely big room and comfy bed. Great breakfast. Second time we've stayed and will definitely be back.

Joseph United Kingdom

beautiful house, great hosts and breakfast, couldn’t fault

Marilyn United Kingdom

Very warm welcome. Beautiful and huge room in a charming residence with style. Great & copious breakfast. Excellent location next to the beach, would visit again!

Roger France

Beautiful classic building with all the modern conveniences!

Cathy United States of America

the house was historic and beautifully restored. there was a beautiful sun room where we had breakfast every day. I also spent time in there reading. Our hosts Willie and Angela were so amazing and hospitable. I didn’t feel we lacked for anything.

Linda United States of America

Breakfast was amazing and hosts are truly wonderful people Highly recommend !!!!!!

Tony United States of America

Absolutely gorgeous, a truly gracious and welcoming "home away from home"

Rowena United States of America

Stayed here on the 5th November. Great night down at beach. Hosts were very attentive.. Twin room perfect for mother and son. House is beautifully decorated and clean. Couldn't fault it. Will definitely be back. Close to beach, shops, restaurants and Edinburgh. On bus route for city. Perfect for us as we left car at home and came over by bus and were able to get bus quite easily to Portobello no problem as only staying one night.

Jacqueline United Kingdom

We loved our stay here, a beautiful, immaculate, spacious house. A friendly, helpful host with years of experience which showed in all of the little touches which make all the difference to your stay.

Chris United Kingdom

Excellent place to stay! Very clean and spacious room, amazing location and delicious breakfast. The decor was lovely, a very modern shabby chic style. The hosts were lovely and very informed about the local area and places to visit. Looking forward to our next visit.

Piotr United Kingdom
9.7
Exceptional
658 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great hosts Angela and Willie. Lovely big room and comfy bed. Great breakfast. Second time we've stayed and will definitely be back.”
    Joseph Joseph United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “beautiful house, great hosts and breakfast, couldn’t fault”
    Marilyn Marilyn United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very warm welcome. Beautiful and huge room in a charming residence with style. Great & copious breakfast. Excellent location next to the beach, would visit again!”
    Roger Roger France France
  • “Beautiful classic building with all the modern conveniences!”
    Cathy Cathy United States of America United States of America
  • “the house was historic and beautifully restored. there was a beautiful sun room where we had breakfast every day. I also spent time in there reading.”
    Linda Linda United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast was amazing and hosts are truly wonderful people Highly recommend !!!!!!”
    Tony Tony United States of America United States of America
  • “Absolutely gorgeous, a truly gracious and welcoming "home away from home"”
    Rowena Rowena United States of America United States of America
  • “Stayed here on the 5th November. Great night down at beach. Hosts were very attentive.. Twin room perfect for mother and son. House is beautifully decorated and clean. Couldn't fault it.”
    Jacqueline Jacqueline United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We loved our stay here, a beautiful, immaculate, spacious house. A friendly, helpful host with years of experience which showed in all of the little touches which make all the difference to your stay.”
    Chris Chris United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent place to stay! Very clean and spacious room, amazing location and delicious breakfast. The decor was lovely, a very modern shabby chic style.”
    Piotr Piotr United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 10
  • Facilities 9.7
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.9
  • Value for money 9.7
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi 9.7
High score for Edinburgh

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This property is a 4-minute walk from the beach. A 4-star guesthouse, Abercorn is a 5-minute walk from the beach and a 10-minute drive from Edinburgh city center. It features elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, cooked breakfasts and free parking.

Rooms at Abercorn House are individually decorated and many have period features. Each room includes a TV, hair dryer and radio.

The breakfast menu features oatmeal and smoked herring, as well as a full cooked breakfast and lighter options. Special diets and early risers can be catered for upon request.

Built in 1870, the Abercorn Guest House retains many of its original charms, including high ceilings, Victorian cornices and fireplaces. The conservatory and walled garden both have sitting areas for guests.

The buses from Abercorn Guest House, run every 10 minutes to the castle and run 24 hours a day. Holyrood Palace, the Royal Mile and Our Dynamic Earth center are all within 3 miles of Abercorn. Brunstane Train Station is a 15-minute walk away and the A1 highway is a 2-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Abercorn Guest House has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 12, 2010

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Beachfront
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

FREE parking!

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Guest reviews

9.7
Exceptional · 658 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 10
  • Facilities 9.7
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.9
  • Value for money 9.7
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi 9.7
High score for Edinburgh

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Joseph
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Great hosts Angela and Willie. Lovely big room and comfy bed. Great breakfast. Second time we've stayed and will definitely be back.”
  • Marilyn
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “beautiful house, great hosts and breakfast, couldn’t fault”
  • Roger
    FranceFrance
    “Very warm welcome. Beautiful and huge room in a charming residence with style. Great & copious breakfast. Excellent location next to the beach, would visit again!”
  • Cathy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Beautiful classic building with all the modern conveniences!”
  • L
    Linda
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “the house was historic and beautifully restored. there was a beautiful sun room where we had breakfast every day. I also spent time in there reading. Our hosts Willie and Angela were so amazing and hospitable. I didn’t feel we lacked for anything.”
  • Tony
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Breakfast was amazing and hosts are truly wonderful people Highly recommend !!!!!!”
  • Rowena
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Absolutely gorgeous, a truly gracious and welcoming "home away from home"”
  • J
    Jacqueline
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Stayed here on the 5th November. Great night down at beach. Hosts were very attentive.. Twin room perfect for mother and son. House is beautifully decorated and clean. Couldn't fault it. Will definitely be back. Close to beach, shops, restaurants...”
  • Chris
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “We loved our stay here, a beautiful, immaculate, spacious house. A friendly, helpful host with years of experience which showed in all of the little touches which make all the difference to your stay.”
  • Piotr
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Excellent place to stay! Very clean and spacious room, amazing location and delicious breakfast. The decor was lovely, a very modern shabby chic style. The hosts were lovely and very informed about the local area and places to visit. Looking...”
Property questions and answers
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  • do you have any double rooms on the ground floor ?
    Hello Yeswe have ground floor rooms available Kind Regards Angela
    Answered on June 22, 2021
  • hiya do you allow small pugs to stay, she hardly qualifies as a dog. :) she is very well behaved.
    Yes we love dogs and great doggie location.
    Answered on June 22, 2021
  • Are you close to trains or buses into the centre of Edinburgh.....
    Hello Thank you for your enquiry. The bus stop is directly outside the guest house. We are directly next to the beach shops and fabulous restaurants and bars with buses every ten minutes to edinburgh city the buses run 24 hours a day we are also close to Fort kinnaird amazing shopping!eating an all day ticket for the buses 4 pounds . kind Regards Angela McDonald (owner
    Asked about: Twin Room • Answered on October 26, 2019

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Hosted by Owner mrs Angela McDonald

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Owner mrs Angela McDonald
Abercorn is a large Victorian family home situated by the beach shops and restaurants near to Edinburgh city The property was built in 1870 with many original Victorian features lovely ceiling cornicing ,marble fireplaces wooden window shutters panelled doors origional iron staircase with a beautiful walled private garden. We have plenty free parking and buses to the city 24 hours at the door We look forward to meeting you book today for a superb stay Angela McDonald and family
I love what I do and I and my husband have owned a guest house for 28years so do like people . I love to make sure my guests are comfortable warm and well fed with quality Scottish produce,well informed when they come to stay providing all the knowledge we have to make sure they have a great stay!
The neighbourhood is by the Beautiful portobello beach it has a lovely friendly community feel here with great access to shops restaurants great bus service to the city running 24 hours a day,and plenty on and off free parking in the whole area so no charges for parking
Language spoken: English
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant BONOFUL INDIAN
    0.9 miles
  • Cafe/Bar ESPY
    0.9 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain arthur seat
    2 miles
  • Ocean/Sea portobello beach north sea
    0 miles
Ski lifts
  • hilled ski centre
    3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    9.9 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    34.8 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    51.6 miles
How to get to Abercorn Guest House from Edinburgh Airport
    Public transportation
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Abercorn Guest House

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Beachfront
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Beachfront
  • Horseback riding Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Abercorn Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed by request
£50 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Abercorn Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Please inform Abercorn Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Abercorn Guest House

  • Guests staying at Abercorn Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Abercorn Guest House by:

    • Bus 15min

  • Abercorn Guest House is 3.1 miles from the center of Edinburgh.

  • Check-in at Abercorn Guest House is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from Abercorn Guest House.

  • Abercorn Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Tennis equipment
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach
    • Badminton equipment

  • Room options at Abercorn Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Single

  • The prices at Abercorn Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.