Elder York Guest House
38 Elder Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
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38 Elder Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 3DX, United Kingdom
In Edinburgh’s New Town, the Elder York Guest House is 1640 feet from Princes Street. Located on the second floor, it offers easy access to the city’s sights and breakfasts. Accessed by stairs only, The Elder York bed and breakfast is located in a Grade-A Listed building so some rooms have period features. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, a TV and a private bathroom. The dining room offers a continental or full Scottish breakfast. Vegetarian and lighter options are available on request. The Elder York is located in the heart of Edinburgh. Waverly Railway Station is a 10-minute walk away and Edinburgh's main bus station is adjoining the guest house. Edinburgh Castle and the Scott Monument are all within 15 minutes’ walk while Holyrood Palace, the Scottish Parliament and the Botanic Gardens are all less than 1 mile away.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Room Service
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Daily disinfection
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
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stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
What a great location, in the heart of the old Georgian town, and at a stone's throw of Princes Street! Manager was very kind and helpful and hospitable. Breakfast was very good.
Room was rather hot, window couldn't open enough. And the staircase was a challenge for us (nearly 70), 7 stairs , no lift!!
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything. The breakfast was very delicious. I still think about the taste. Murray was very helpful. Price was very good (its because i booked it months ago) Location was just perfect for me even though it was not very close to old town but it was still walkable. I booked it for my medical exam and it was just 2 mins from my exam centre.
I cant find anything. Maybe location being a liltle bit far from the old town.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
A fantastic centralised location, perfectly suited for our needs. A lovely, cosy little room, (we booked a small double) with a very comfortable bed. Murray, the manager, was very friendly, professional and personable. Had the full breakfast 2 out of 3 mornings and every item on it was perfectly cooked, both times, literally spot on! Would go back here without a second thought.
A few stairs, which may not be ideal for everyone, but not an issue for us.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Great Location, very good breakfast and the perfect host. Murray has got you covered with a lot of great information for your stay in Edinburg. Great guy!
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Cleanliness, location, friendly staff and free breakfast.
None.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Our favourite thing about this place was the hospitality, the host was very friendly, warm and helpful. The location was amazing. The breakfast in the morning was lovely. The room was modern and cosy.
The room we were booked into was small, a bit of a tight squeeze, we both hit our leg off the corner of the bed a couple of times walking to the bathroom
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The place was excellent!! I met and worked with the owner and he was very helpful, courteous and knew his stuff. I had my own bathroom which was nice and the morning breakfast was quite tasty. It is an older building but that only helps the experience. If I go back, this place will be on my list of possibilities to stay.
Nothing except maybe road noise as I was on a floor above the street. But, hey that's how it goes.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Comfortable beds, large bath, excellent breakfast
2 flights up to the guest registry and another flight to the room. Not mentioned on Booking.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location of the hotel is very good. Its quite central and convenient. Our room was comfortable with a good supply of tea, coffee etc The staff was always available and happy to assist.
The only negative was climbing 4 flights of stairs to get there. However staff member Murray carried our suitcases up and down for us which was greatly appreciated.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location, just a short walk from Princes Street and the Royal Mile
Bathroom was a little dated and not super clean
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great value for money staff on hand extremely helpful. Help me with my luggage
There was nothing I didn't like
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great owner room and location. Right next to bus station, a tram, food, cafes, and a huge shopping mall all within 2 mins walking distance. Not too far from city center with longer walk or public transport. Wifi worked well. Owner went above and beyond. Great views from rooms.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very friendly, helpful staff. The rooms were clean. Location was central. Breakfast was good.
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Good location with clean facilities and an excellent host.
Nothing
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The room is very comfortable and Scotish breakoast is great!
stayed in May, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Location was excellent (close to the tram), staff was extremely friendly and tried to cater to our requests (we were leaving very early so they put out our breakfast the night before).
Water pressure was low in the bathroom. Few plugs per room. Room can be a bit noisy due to tram's proximity.
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  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Crib(s)
  • Electric kettle
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Private bathroom
  • Smoke alarm
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • TV
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Area information

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    • Edinburgh International Airport - 7.05 mi
    • RAF Leuchars - 31.35 mi
    • Perth - 34.10 mi
    • Dundee Airport - 34.88 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Mounted Gallery - 198 f
      • National Portrait Gallery - 487 f
      • Kingfisher Gallery - 1,041 f
      • Edinburgh Printmakers Workshop & Gallery - 0.22 mi
      • Scottish National Portrait Gallery - 0.23 mi
      • Bellevue Gallery - 0.27 mi
      • Malcolm Innes Gallery - 0.31 mi
      • Bourne Fine Art - 0.31 mi
      • Edinburgh Gallery - 0.32 mi
      • Scottish Gallery - 0.33 mi
      • Hanover Fine Arts - 0.33 mi
      • City Art Centre - 0.34 mi
      • Torrance Gallery - 0.35 mi
      • Fruitmarket Gallery - 0.36 mi
      • Stills Gallery - 0.38 mi
      • Collective Gallery - 0.38 mi
      • National Gallery of Scotland - 0.42 mi
      • Police Information Centre - 0.43 mi
      • Museum of Childhood - 0.43 mi
      • John Knox House Museum - 0.43 mi
      • DOM - 0.43 mi
      • Calton Gallery - 0.44 mi
      • Royal Scottish Academy - 0.44 mi

    Transport

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      • Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station - 0.29 mi

    Other attractions

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      • Sherlock Holmes Statue - 853 f
      • National Monument - 0.36 mi
      • Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 0.42 mi
      • Brass Rubbing Centre - 0.42 mi
      • Greyfriars Bobby Memorial - 0.43 mi
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      • Princes Street Gardens - 1,036 f
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      • General Register House - 1,052 f
      • Mansfield Place Church - 0.28 mi
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      • Edinburgh Playhouse - 0.21 mi
      • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 0.26 mi
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      • Edinburgh and Scotland Information Centre - 0.37 mi
      • Scottish Gems - 0.43 mi
      • Netherbow - 0.43 mi
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      • Princes Mall - 0.41 mi
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      • Multrees Walk - 411 f
      • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions - 593 f
      • ScotlandsPeople Centre - 923 f
      • Waterloo Place - 1,041 f
      • Omni Centre - 1,042 f
      • Edinburgh Experience - 0.27 mi
      • New Town Conservation Centre - 0.32 mi
      • Edinburgh Dungeon - 0.35 mi
      • Edinburgh Christmas Market - 0.36 mi
      • Dance Base - 0.39 mi
      • The New Street Exhibition Space - 0.45 mi
      • Loch Ness Discovery Centre - 0.45 mi

Elder York Guest House

38 Elder Street, Edinburgh, City Of Edinburgh - Scotland, EH1 3DX, United Kingdom