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About this property
Alexander Guest House is a friendly guest house with clean rooms and excellent bus access to Edinburgh city center. Arthur’s Seat provides a beautiful backdrop. At Alexander there is limited free parking and free internet access. The house is in a residential area about 1 mile south of Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Royal Mile. Waverley Train Station on Princes Street is 1.25 miles away. The Alexander Guest House has good access to Scottish Parliament and Edinburgh University.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Heating
- Garden
- Free crib available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carol
Canada“We had two separate bookings, interrupted by a 2-day highland tour, and appreciated the helpfulness of the staff on our return. It was very clean and comfortable, and located on convenient bus routes to Edinburgh city centre.” - Carol Canada“It was clean and comfortable and staff was most helpful, once we were on site.”
- Paula
United States“It was a pretty property like the pictures show. It had more than I expected in our room for us to use. The room was plenty big and nicely decorated. Instructions for self service was easy and it was quiet and we felt safe. Good deal for the...” - Jay-ann
Philippines“The property is near the bus stop going to famous spots in Edinburgh. The property allowed us to leave our luggages while we left and waited for our check-in.” 
Barbosa
Portugal“The room was very comfortable, quiet and clean. The place is close to the bus stop and has various restaurants near by. We enjoyed it.”- Jennifer United States“Nice room, bus stop right across the street, easy drive to The Mile. Staff was very friendly.”
- Ashleigh United States“The room was small, but contained everything I needed. It was also nicely decorated.”
- Barbara United States“We were pleased at the location to bus stops and the cleanliness and the real cups and saucers for in room hot beverages. For the price and location, it was just lovely. We got up early and walked the quiet streets behind the guest house. The...”
Laura
Ireland“Lovely clean room. Comfy beds and easy access to public transport. Helpful staff and in a goo location”- Jeffrey United States“Very comfortable room looking out onto a quiet back garden, with a view of Arthur's Seat not far off. Clear instructions and easy access to the lockbox to get our key on the way in, and super fast check out (drop a key in a slot and go). Nice...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please provide an approximate time of arrival.
Payment is required on arrival.
Please note that there are only 2 on-site parking spaces available and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternative free parking is available on side streets next to the property and on Saturday and Sunday, free parking is available in front of the guest house.
Please note that guests who require an accessible room should inform the property on their booking. Accessibility rooms are subject to availability.
Please note that guests are liable for any damages to the property and loss of keys.
Please inform Alexander 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
