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Guesthouse Kew House

Kew House

1 Kew Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5JE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 74 reviews)

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9.7
Exceptional
74 reviews
  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Location

    9.6

  • Total

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

Ian and Alan are the most amazing hosts, they were very kind and helpful during my stay. The breakfast is also delicious and very varied. The room was cozy, clean and tidy. Everything was absolutely perfect!

Marie South Korea

Our stay was incredible. Nothing was too much for Ian and Alan. Directions on where to park were clear and easy to follow. Check in was friendly and warm. The room was immaculate with sherry and chocolates on arrival. The entire stay from beginning to end was perfect. I was not expecting to be in as good a position to the centre as we were and it turns out the hotel is directly opposite a bus stop for 3 busses directly into the centre. The walk is also very pleasant and takes less than half an hour with lots of coffee shops and pubs to visit along the way! 100% we will be returning. Thank you Alan and Ian!

Joshua United Kingdom

Owners very welcoming, provided great information. Great restaurant recommendations. Great breakfast

Gregory New Zealand

Ian was great. Super friendly and an excellent host.

Matthew United States of America

Ian was great. So helpful in answering any questons. Just a few feet from local bus into city proper. Close to all Royal Mile etc.

Anonymous United States of America

Clean, comfortable, lovely breakfast and friendly and approachable host. Great ambience. Will definitely return.

Ivor United Kingdom

The hosts Ian and Alan were brilliant with great communication all round and the location of their guest house was ideal for us given the walking distance to our two key visit locations of the city and the zoo. Public transport links if required were regular and literally just outside the front door. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice and perfectly cooked to order. The room was welcoming, spotlessly clean and attended to every day. The overall service was outstanding.

Gary United Kingdom

I felt very welcome. Nothing too much trouble. The breakfasts were delicious and kept me going for most of the day. Best thing I can say - will seriously consider coming back here next time I’m in Edinburgh.

Rebecca United Kingdom

The hosts are very friendly. They recommended us many delicious restaurants.

Kaiqi China

The breakfast was amazing. The selection of food to choose from exceeded my expectations and was made to our preferences as well as the staff going above and beyond to accommodate our needs.

Mark United Kingdom

Staff

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9.7
Exceptional
74 reviews
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  • Highly rated for:
    Great breakfast
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Ian and Alan are the most amazing hosts, they were very kind and helpful during my stay. The breakfast is also delicious and very varied. The room was cozy, clean and tidy.”
    Marie Marie South Korea South Korea
  • “Our stay was incredible. Nothing was too much for Ian and Alan. Directions on where to park were clear and easy to follow. Check in was friendly and warm.”
    Joshua Joshua United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Owners very welcoming, provided great information. Great restaurant recommendations. Great breakfast”
    Gregory Gregory New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Ian was great. Super friendly and an excellent host.”
    Matthew Matthew United States of America United States of America
  • “Ian was great. So helpful in answering any questons. Just a few feet from local bus into city proper. Close to all Royal Mile etc.”
    United States of America United States of America
  • “Clean, comfortable, lovely breakfast and friendly and approachable host. Great ambience. Will definitely return.”
    Ivor Ivor United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The hosts Ian and Alan were brilliant with great communication all round and the location of their guest house was ideal for us given the walking distance to our two key visit locations of the city...”
    Gary Gary United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I felt very welcome. Nothing too much trouble. The breakfasts were delicious and kept me going for most of the day.”
    Rebecca Rebecca United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The hosts are very friendly. They recommended us many delicious restaurants.”
    Kaiqi Kaiqi China China
  • “The breakfast was amazing. The selection of food to choose from exceeded my expectations and was made to our preferences as well as the staff going above and beyond to accommodate our needs.”
    Mark Mark United Kingdom United Kingdom

Experience World-class Service at Kew House

Walking distance from Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Zoo, this 5-star Edinburgh guest house with free Wi-Fi and free parking is within easy reach of the city center and EICC.

The city center is a 5-minute bus ride or 15-minute walk away. Kew House is on the main route to and from Edinburgh Airport.

The rooms with attached bathroom have high-quality beds, and delicious breakfasts are freshly prepared to order, using locally sourced and organic produce wherever possible. Individual toiletries are also provided.

At Kew House, Ian and Alan offer a friendly welcome and personal service.

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

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.6 for two-person stays.

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낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

끸 Free Private Parking Available On Site

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9.7
Exceptional
74 reviews
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  • Marie South Korea

    “Ian and Alan are the most amazing hosts, they were very kind and helpful during my stay. The breakfast is also delicious and very varied. The room was cozy, clean and tidy. Everything was absolutely perfect!”

  • Joshua United Kingdom

    “Our stay was incredible. Nothing was too much for Ian and Alan. Directions on where to park were clear and easy to follow. Check in was friendly and warm. The room was immaculate with sherry and chocolates on arrival. The entire stay from beginning to end was perfect. I was not expecting to be in as good a position to the centre as we were and it turns out the hotel is directly opposite a bus stop for 3 busses directly into the centre. The walk is also very pleasant and takes less than half an hour with lots of coffee shops and pubs to visit along the way! 100% we will be returning. Thank you Alan and Ian!” Read more

  • Gregory New Zealand

    “Owners very welcoming, provided great information. Great restaurant recommendations. Great breakfast”

  • Matthew United States of America

    “Ian was great. Super friendly and an excellent host.”

  • Anonymous United States of America

    “Ian was great. So helpful in answering any questons. Just a few feet from local bus into city proper. Close to all Royal Mile etc.”

  • Ivor United Kingdom

    “Clean, comfortable, lovely breakfast and friendly and approachable host. Great ambience. Will definitely return.”

  • Gary United Kingdom

    “The hosts Ian and Alan were brilliant with great communication all round and the location of their guest house was ideal for us given the walking distance to our two key visit locations of the city and the zoo. Public transport links if required were regular and literally just outside the front door. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice and perfectly cooked to order. The room was welcoming, spotlessly clean and attended to every day. The overall service was outstanding.” Read more

  • Rebecca United Kingdom

    “I felt very welcome. Nothing too much trouble. The breakfasts were delicious and kept me going for most of the day. Best thing I can say - will seriously consider coming back here next time I’m in Edinburgh.”

  • Kaiqi China

    “The hosts are very friendly. They recommended us many delicious restaurants. ”

  • Mark United Kingdom

    “The breakfast was amazing. The selection of food to choose from exceeded my expectations and was made to our preferences as well as the staff going above and beyond to accommodate our needs.”

Host Info

Host Review Score 10

Kew House is a contemporary B&B based within a traditional Victorian terrace. Modern facilities in a characterful building.

Owned and run by Ian and Alan for 23 years and helped by loyal staff, we pride ourselves in anticipating guest needs and have a wealth of knowledge about the best places to eat and drink as well as the easiest ways to get around the city.

The Roseburn and Murrayfield area is situated on the main route from the West, North and Edinburgh Airport and has some peaceful parks and walks nearby including easy access to the Water of Leith Walkway and it's secluded route through the city centre to Leith. Walking to the city is a leisurely, flat stroll of between 15 and 20 minutes but buses can get you there easily in around 5-10 minutes. Edinburgh Zoo is nearby, Murrayfield Rugby Stadium as well as two good golf courses, but it is the ability to walk easily from the city bustle yet easily access the bars, restaurants and amenities if and when you need them that makes the location so good for visitors.

Languages spoken: English

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
    0.4 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    0.4 miles
  • Saint Mary's Cathedral
    0.5 miles
  • Stewart's Melville College
    0.6 miles
  • Scottish Widows Bank Plc
    0.9 miles
  • Filmhouse Cinema
    0.9 miles
  • The Royal Bank of Scotland
    0.9 miles
  • The Georgian House
    1 miles
  • Charlotte Square
    1 miles
  • Usher Hall
    1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Jacobs - coffee shop
    0 miles
  • Restaurant Navadhanya - Modern Indian
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant La Bruscetta - Italian
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Otro - Scottish Fusion
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Edinburgh Castle
    1.2 miles
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    1.3 miles
  • Royal Mile
    1.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    1.5 miles
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    1.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh
    1.6 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland
    1.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse
    1.9 miles
  • Arthur's Seat
    2.6 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    3.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Firth of Forth
    5 miles
  • River Water of Leith (walkway)
    0 miles
Ski lifts
  • Hillend artificlal ski slope
    5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    5.2 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    35.9 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    46.8 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Amenities of Kew House Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Bottle of water
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Kids' TV channels
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

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2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Kew 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

This establishment does not accept American Express.

Please let Kew House know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property directly.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Please inform Kew 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 Kew House

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

  • Guests staying at Kew House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Kew House (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Accessible parking

  • Room options at Kew House include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Apartment
    • Triple

  • Kew House is 1.5 miles from the center of Edinburgh.

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

    • Tram 15min
    • Airport shuttle (public) 20min
    • Taxi 20min

  • Check-in at Kew House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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  • Staff 10
  • Facilities9.5
  • Cleanliness 9.9
  • Comfort 9.8
  • Value for money 9.4
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi9.2
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