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Alexander Guest House is a friendly guest house with clean rooms and excellent bus access to Edinburgh city centre. 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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Property highlights

Free parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.3
Facilities
7.4
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
7.6
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
7.6
Low score for Edinburgh
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Chistine
    France France
    Total freedom and fantastic view from bedroom window.(Rear of property)
  • Hooshang
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was quiet and the bed was sufficiently comfortable.
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was very clean, a good temperature, and the bed was comfortable. It was all I needed it to be.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Alexander Guest House

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Alexander Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 due to the pandemic currently we cancel daily clean.

Please note that guests are liable for any damages to the property and loss of keys.

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Alexander Guest House

  • The prices at Alexander Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

    • Room options at Alexander Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Family
      • Single
      • Twin/Double

    • Alexander Guest House is 1.4 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Alexander Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.