Allison House 17, Edinburgh ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Very good

7.6

7.8

/10

2.4

“The hotel is perfectly situated for enjoying the fringe festival and is just a short walk to the city center.”view full review

Allison House 17 is a 3-star family-run guest house with easy access to Edinburgh city centre by bus. The property offers free WiFi, a classy breakfast room with a buffet, and free parking on a first-come, first-served basis. It features original architectural elements mixed with contemporary design.

Rooms & Amenities

Allison House 17 provides a variety of guestroom options including single, twin, double, and triple rooms. Each room features free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Certain rooms include a seating area to relax after a busy day.

Dining & Nearby Options

A complimentary morning buffet is served daily in the elegant breakfast room with elegantly-draped windows. Nearby dining options include Leslies Bar, The Old Bell Inn, and Beetroot Sauvage-all located 0.5 km away. The guest house is also situated close to several local restaurants serving a range of cuisines.

Local Area & Transportation

The guest house is located within 2 km of several attractions including the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Well-connected by public transport, main-route buses pass frequently nearby, and the nearest bus stop is just a short walk away. Edinburgh Airport is accessible within 20 minutes by car.

Services & Guest Convenience

Guests can utilize the express check-in and express check-out services, ensuring a smooth arrival and departure process. The smoke-free property also has stacks of tourist information available in the lobby for guests to plan their daily activities. Allison House 17 is situated in the residential Newington neighborhood, making it a quiet retreat after a day of exploring.

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Allison House 17 offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Small Double Room Private External Bathroom

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room No Window

2 persons

185 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Small Double Room No Window

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Allison House 17 offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.4/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Vending machines
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Allison House 17 Location

17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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17 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.5 mi

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.4 mi

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.2 mi

Landmark

Royal Mile

1.4 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

1.3 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.5 mi

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.4 mi

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.4 mi

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.6 mi

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.6 mi

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.3 mi

Park

Holyrood Park

1.7 mi

Monument

Scott Monument

1.5 mi

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.6 mi

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.5 mi

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.0 mi

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

1.4 mi

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.3 mi

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1.4 mi

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.4 mi

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

1.3 mi

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.3 mi

Landmark

Princes Street

1.6 mi

Landmark

The Meadows

1.1 mi

Square

Grassmarket

1.3 mi

Landmark

Summerhall

3500 ft

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

1.4 mi

University

University of Edinburgh

1.6 mi

Nearby

St Marks Unitarian Church

1300 ft

Restaurants

The Pacific Fish Bar

1700 ft

61 Mayfield Road

Three.14

3400 ft

38 Dalkeith Road

Scotch Hop

2600 ft

114 Causewayside

Strigicake

2500 ft

1 East Preston Street

Bonnie Burrito

2700 ft

82 South Clerk Street

Indaba Deli

3000 ft

17 Causewayside

On A Roll

3700 ft

1 George Square

Summerhall Cafe

3200 ft

1 Summerhall

Chicken Club

3000 ft

46 South Clerk Street

Enjoy - Gusto Italiano

3000 ft

44 South Clerk Street

Getting around

City Centre

Edinburgh26 min · 1.3 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI)34 min · 13.9 mi

Glasgow Airport (GLA)144 min · 59.3 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station29 min · 1.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop14 min · 3700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room. There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Allison House 17 from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 945 verified reviews

7.4/10

Very good

74%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Comfort

7.8/10

Facilities

7.4/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.9/10

Location

8.1/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.4/10

Staff

7.3/10

Value for money

7.3/10

based on 266 reviews

4/5

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