Experience the charm of Edinburgh's Old Town at 4 Friends House, a guesthouse near Royal Mile. Take in the local culture with multilingual staff on hand to guide you and unwind with a book from the library.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Princes Street - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Royal Mile - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive
Brunstane Station - 10 min drive
Newcraighall Station - 12 min drive
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 12 min drive
Newhaven Station - 11 min walk
Ocean Terminal Station - 11 min walk
The Shore Tram Stop - 15 min walk
Restaurants
Dolphin Chip Shop - 5 min walk
Sabzi - 3 min walk
Alby's - 7 min walk
Dreadnought Leith - 7 min walk
Stone Fired - 10 min walk
About this property
4 Friends House
4 Friends House puts you within a 10-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Also, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street are within a short drive. Public transportation is just a short walk: Newhaven Station is 11 minutes and Ocean Terminal Station is 11 minutes.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
9 rooms
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
DONE
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
DONE
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
DONE
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Water dispenser
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Library
Communal living room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Printer
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 11 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
4 Friends House Edinburgh
4 Friends House Guesthouse
4 Friends House Guesthouse Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does 4 Friends House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 4 Friends House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at 4 Friends House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at 4 Friends House?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at 4 Friends House.
What are the check-in and check-out times at 4 Friends House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 11 (subject to availability).
What's the area around 4 Friends House like?
4 Friends House is a short 9-minute walk from Edinburgh Port and 14 minutes' walk from Royal Yacht Britannia.
Have a question?
AI iconBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
4 Friends House Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2025
A comfortable stay with great staff
Super friendly and helpful staff, a beautiful building too. Really enjoyed our stay.
Jutta
Jutta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Amazing place to stay
Amazing experience and the staff was above and beyond the expectations..well done to everyone look after this place 😊😊
Anastasia
Anastasia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Stayed for 1 night , room spotless , friendly staff , great location , couldnt ask for more for they money , would definitely stay again
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
An absolute gem of a guest house
My room and bed was very comfortable. There is also a reception room with lots of lovely touches, such as breakfast items, toaster, microwave and various books and games.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Nice ambiance
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Great stay for the price point! It was in a great location and the staff was very friendly and accommodating!
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Nice
Lars
Lars, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
It was excellent, staff was really good . I recommend the stay.
SHERLY
SHERLY, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
4 friends hotel is clean and comfy place to stay if visiting edinburgh, bit far from old town but walking distance still. Shop opposite side of 4 friends was nice to have. I recommend this place, served my purpose 🙏
Mikko
Mikko, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
Clean, bright, quiet and very close to the inner city by bus…
The staff were so kind, helpful and friendly.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
I had a great stay at 4 Friends. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Loved the location - 4 Friends is perfectly situated for exploring Leith. Would definitely stay at 4 Friends again.
Sarah
Sarah, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
This is budget hotel, and for short stay i recommend.
Tadeusz
Tadeusz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Everything as expected
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2025
Too far from city center
Too far from city center. We booked two nights, but left after one. The cost of the Uber ride one way was $17.81 to city center. Closest restaurant a 16 minute walk.
Regina
Regina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
What I liked best was the incredibly kind and helpful staff. They did everything possible to make our stay comfortable and relaxing.
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Myself and my friends really enjoyed our stay at 4 friends house. It was really reasonable, very clear, good location, good transport into the city, staff were accommodating and overall excellent.
Leah
Leah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
We had a wonderful greeting when we arrived. They offered plenty of helpful ideas for our visit. Room was clean and comfortable.
Freda
Freda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
The location was really comfortable and spotlessly clean! There is a bus stop right outside with easy access to the town center and all activities. I really liked it there a lot and will certainly stay there again whenever I am in Edinburgh again. Moreover, the people who run this location are so very helpful and kind, it feels like you are visiting family!
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Nice to be a quick busy ride from the CBD.
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
4 Friends are a lovely bunch of individuals who will make your stay and experience memorable. A warm and hospitable accommodation in Leith with great bus connections to all of Edinburgh 😌
Dobbie
Dobbie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2025
Fint sted
Lovely room facing the street. It was fine for me, but not ideal for anyone sensitive to noise. The main issue was that people across the street could see directly into the room. There were only heavy dark curtains, which made the room very dark. It would be a good idea to add some light curtains as well. The staff were incredibly sweet, and the room was nicely cleaned. Great area if you want to stay away from the touristy city center.
mette
mette, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
All Staffs is very kind
Specially Silvia she is very good kind .
Abdullah al mamun
Abdullah al mamun, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
My room was quite small, but the bed was good. WiFi was good, the shared bathroom (for 3 rooms) is new, very spacious, very clean (as is the room), the staff is very friendly. If you only need a place to stay overnight, it's ok.
Rainer
Rainer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
I can’t say enough good things about this place. The staff were so incredibly friendly, it was easily accessible from the city centre by the number 7, 14 or 11 buses and it’s quiet. The bed was super comfy and all other amenities were excellent. I was pretty jet lagged so I appreciated coming to this quiet area and resting. Thank you for everything and I will for sure be back!
Kaylie
Kaylie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
The host aka the 4 Friends are such warm and welcoming folks. Had the chance to meet 3 of them while there and