Located in Edinburgh's historic New Town and 15 minutes' walk from the city centre, the family-run McCrae's Bed and Breakfast is a traditional 19th-century property with a mix of period and modern features. The B&B also features free Wi-Fi and en suite rooms. A smart TV with free access to popular streaming services is provided in each room at McCrae's, along with tea / coffee making facilities. Some rooms have garden views and a double-sized shower. All rooms are at ground level. All towels and bed linen are made from Organic or Fairtrade cotton. A complimentary continental breakfast is served in the elegant dining room, consisting of organic and locally sourced ingredients where possible. Cooked breakfast options are available at an additional price. A piano and small library of books are also featured in the room. The shopping district of Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle can both be reached in a 20-minute walk. Edinburgh Airport is only a 25-minute drive from the B&B.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

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


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Edinburgh
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sharvari
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing breakfast. Clean beds and bathroom. Loved everything about the stay! Definitely recommend
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host John was fantastic and couldn't be more helpful, great location and lovely breakfast highly recommended
  • L
    Liz
    Luxembourg Luxembourg
    Everything was perfect. The host was super friendly and fullfilled all wishes immediately. I can only recommend staying here. The rooms are big and airy and very beautiful.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by John

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

John
We are a traditional New Town main-door garden flat in a quiet residential area of the city, close to many great non-touristy pubs and restaurants. You and the other guests in our 3 en-suite rooms will be sharing our home with us during your stay.
I'm an Irishman who has lived in Edinburgh for over 20 years and have made this fantastic city my home.
We live in a quiet residential area just a short walk from the city centre and all tourist attractions, where you'll get a feel for the real Edinburgh, with lots of good restaurants, bars and pubs nearby, mainly frequented by local people.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of McCrae's Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • View
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

McCrae's Bed and Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

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 are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash McCrae's Bed and Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please note that check-in is not possible after 22:00.

Check-in is possible from 9:30 but rooms may not be ready until 13:00. Guests can drop off their bags and collect keys between 9:30 and 13:00.

Guests can order a cooked breakfast for GBP 5.00 per person at the property.

Please note, the lead guest must be 18 years or older. Guests younger than 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Please inform McCrae's Bed and Breakfast 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 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about McCrae's Bed and Breakfast

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

  • McCrae's Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at McCrae's Bed and Breakfast is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • McCrae's Bed and Breakfast is 1 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at McCrae's Bed and Breakfast include:

      • Twin/Double