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Sandaig Guest House

4.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse within easy reach of Princes Street

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite | View from room
Breakfast area
Located near Royal Mile, Sandaig Guest House offers a warm welcome with a fireplace in the lobby, library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Connect to WiFi or unwind with express check-out. Previous guests praised the guesthouse's convenient location.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Car rentals on site
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Digital TV service
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
The current price is $82
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4

Why we love this property

Vintage Victorian allure
Discover elegant Victorian architecture paired with tastefully curated decor at this hotel. History and style blend to create a timeless atmosphere.
Dreamy sleep experience
Drift into dreamland on a Select Comfort mattress in these curated, individually decorated rooms. Every guestroom offers a personalized sleep sanctuary.

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is $77
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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About the neighborhood

Map
5 East Hermitage Place, Leith Links, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 8AA

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 7 min drive
  • Brunstane Station - 7 min drive
  • Foot of The Walk Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • The Shore Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lioness of Leith - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dukes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Foot Of The Walk (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey The Shore - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Finch - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sandaig Guest House

When you stay at Sandaig Guest House, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. This Victorian guest house is also within a short drive of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Public transportation is just a short walk: Foot of The Walk Tram Stop is 8 minutes and The Shore Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1861
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Sandaig Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sandaig Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandaig Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Sandaig Guest House like?

Sandaig Guest House is a short 8-minute walk from Foot of The Walk Tram Stop and 8 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Port.

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Sandaig Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
Bus
Walking
Sherry
Service staff
Furniture

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near a park and has easy access to a tram line and parking. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Easy stay
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great host.. spotlessly clean older building. Quiet yet close to amenities.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

The place is great and Luke was amazing, super kind, very comfortable and in a lovely neighborhood, the park across the street is ideal for a morning walk
Berenice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay

Wonderful place to stay in Edinburgh. It is walking distance to many different spots and it is easy to reach by tram and walk. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.
Hanne Lyngholm, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was such a cute property. Was very convenient being right next to the bus stops. Host there was very helpful and kind. Would highly recommend staying here!
Kosei, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay

Very comfortable, good value, a lot of charm, convenient location, away from the hustle and bustle but a short easy bus ride into the downtown area (buses come all the time and you can pay with credit card 1.9 pounds each way).
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sandaig

Very comfortable and convenient for my purposes. Would stay again.
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place was charming. I loved my room - very much a guest house, more like a B&B than a hotel, which is what I wanted. The small decanter of Scotch in the room and the shortbread biscuits were a delightful touch. While the location might seem less than than central, it was only a short and easy bus ride from central Edinburgh - though I preferred walking up Leith Walk into town, which has lots of cafes, pubs, bookstores, used record stores, etc. along it. Suited me down to the ground
Nicholas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This wasn’t a very confident location with my grandmother bc there a large amount of walking to the tram and bus. But someone younger like myself it was a great location! The room was small but beautiful! The bed was comfy and the pillows were great! The staff were so friendly and accommodating and helpful! We stayed 2 nights here and we were very pleased with our stay!
Eryn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here during the pandemonium that was Taylor Swift’s tour and it was exactly what we needed. Easy transportation into the city center on the tram but far enough removed from the hustle and bustle that it was very peaceful! Highly recommend. The front desk is a little unorthodox but anytime we needed to talk to someone, we called the number they provided and had help within minutes.
Shannon, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

I booked very late and was able to communicate with someone by phone fairly quickly. It’s a big house and operates as such.
Monique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent - clean, comfortable and great location

Great communication from Sandaig for check in and key details. Lovely, comfortable and clean room with fabulous en suite facilities and very quiet. A welcome decanter of sherry greeted us in the room which was a lovely surprise. Walking distance into Leith, Ocean Terminal and less than 5 minutes to buses that take just 20 minutes to the Royal Mile. Great location and very reasonable price. Recommend very highly and will definitely stay here again.
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sad accomodations.

I got locked out of my room right away and luckily another guest was able to get ahold of staff.They used an antiquated physical key that was unnecessarrily heavy. My bathroom was in the hallway outside of my room and was a pain to lock. There was no kitchen or bar, but an empty room that could have been used for that purpose. The price was descent. Yet, you wouldn't want to be there except to sleep. I wouldn't stay there again.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

The property has some age, it also has character, the room was smaller than average, there are restaurants and bars in close proximity. Distance to downtown is a long walk, but a short cab ride. There are transportation options. I found it a bit difficult to reach the staff at the Sandaig, but they were friendly.
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and value

We stayed one of the ensuite rooms with vaulted ceilings and a dormer window- you just need to remember to duck ocasionaly. It's on the second floor so you need to allow for this, not a problem for most people. We were surprised how much space there was and the view over the park was lovely. The location in Leith is much closer to the city centre than it may appear as the regular (2-10 mins wait) new tram line whooshes you to the centre in 5-15 minutes. Accommodation in Edinburgh is an expensive thing most of the time and this guesthouse represents value for money. Thanks for the sherry and almond slice, nice little extras!
D, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fuera de lo común

Un hermoso lugar y una hermosa experiencia.
Ana Margarita, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable. The best of both worlds (AirBnB and hotel). The room was made up every morning but the cost was quite low. I'd stay again when I return to Edinburgh.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just perfect everything lovely. Hope to return
Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So close to everything, safe and quite
Szabina, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sandaig is in a great location for Leith and the vibrant high street. The unmanned reception is understandable in the current day and age and arrival/check-in went smoothly. There were phone-calls to aid the process, but I did miss the friendliness of an in person welcome. The room was good, but I hadn't noticed in prior communication that my bathroom was not in the room, but accross the corridor leading to another room. I don't think other rooms had this arrangement. It wasn't a major problem, but remembering to carry your key to the loo in the middle of the night, might lead some clients getting locked out. The lovely shortbread and refreshment in the room were lovely gestures and added to the overall positive experience.
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and classy. Our host was an extremely pleasant gentleman. We would have stayed longer if there was availability. Book it. Now!
Front of house
Park across the road
Park across the road.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly, guest house clean and quiet. However, the electric kettle in the room is leaking, there is a safety concern
Hao, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ein charmantes Guesthouse, ruhig gelegen an einem Park. Die Zimmer sind gut eingerichtet, unser Bad lag nicht im Zimmer, das wussten wir, ist aber privat für das Zimmer und nicht mit anderen zu teilen. Es lag direkt gegenüber vom Zimmer. Die Tram station ist 10 Minuten Fußweg entfernt. In der Nähe gibt es eine gute Bäckerei und eine Supermarkt. Gute Restaurants beim Wasser, Station Shore. Beim nächsten Besuch in Edinburgh würde ich es sofort wieder buchen.
Sabine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for money

Comfortable and welcoming. Room immaculate. Free parking. Ideal location for exploring Edinburgh on foot.
Alison, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Happy with the stay, would like to have the website updated as stated breakfast available but this is no longer an option. Bed was hard compared to my normal bed, although that could just be my preference. Luke and Andy, fantastic hosts. Would be happy to return but would choose ensuite facilitates next time.
Mr C Kingsley, 4-night trip