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Straven Guesthouse

3 Brunstane Road North, Portobello, Edinburgh, EH15 2DL, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>102</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
102 reviews

It was amazing! I stayed 8 nights and it was great. The sea is a few meters away, it is quiet, well connected to public transport and Sinead and Steve are amazing. The breakfast was yummi and plenty, it lasted 5-6 hours and you need that, exploring the city. :-) I cannot wait to go back! Thank you for everything!

Esther Hungary
a living room with a wooden table and chairs at Straven Guesthouse in Edinburgh
a living room with a fireplace with a mirror at Straven Guesthouse in Edinburgh
a large brick house with a bench in front of it at Straven Guesthouse in Edinburgh
a bedroom with a large bed and a chair at Straven Guesthouse in Edinburgh
a dining room with a table and a fireplace at Straven Guesthouse in Edinburgh
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Straven Guesthouse

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Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Straven Guesthouse provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property features quiet street views and is 100 metres from Portobello Beach and 5.7 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. Royal Mile is 5.9 km from the guest house and Edinburgh Waverley station is 6.3 km away. The guest house features certain units with sea views, and all units include a private bathroom. University of Edinburgh is 6.8 km from the guest house, while Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 6.8 km away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 27 km from Straven Guesthouse.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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Room type
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1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Sustainability certification

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Edinburgh
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  • Esther
    Hungary Hungary
    “It was amazing! I stayed 8 nights and it was great. The sea is a few meters away, it is quiet, well connected to public transport and Sinead and Steve are amazing. The breakfast was yummi and plenty, it lasted 5-6 hours and you need that,...”
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Close to fabulous Porty promenade. Excellent hosts, full of good advice to visitors. Homemade marmalade for breakfast. Real Scottish hospitality”
  • Camila
    Argentina Argentina
    “Chris and Sinead are the best kind of hosts you could ever come across. They are extremely kind and helpful and always willing to give recommendations. They serve a super delicious breakfast with plenty of options to choose from. It’s a real...”
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 Chris and Sinead Watson

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Chris and Sinead Watson
Straven Guesthouse is located in our historic Victorian home in Edinburgh, situated only 40m from a beautiful sandy beach in the leafy suburb of Joppa, Portobello. The house has beautiful period features in the Guests lounge / dining room and all rooms benefits from the period high ceilings. It is so peaceful it is difficult to believe you are only a 20 minute bus journey to the centre of Scotland’s capital. Explore the rich heritage of Edinburgh by day – relax in the evening with a quiet stroll along the beachfront promenade. Enjoy a comfortable and peaceful night’s rest and wake up to a hearty breakfast in this small B&B. We are proud to have attained high standards for quality and service at Straven Guest House Edinburgh with Visit Scotland, achieving 4* status in the Guest Houses Edinburgh category. Our interest in environmental matters led us to join The Green Tourism Business Scheme and we are awarded the gold standard. We are committed to environmental management of our resources through re-cycling, energy and water conservation considertaion of suppliers. Stay with us for Eco friendly, LGBT friendly and All Culture friendly Bed and Breakfast in Edinburgh.
Sinead and Chris have been running Straven Guesthouse since 2014. However they were not new to the business as Straven has been in the family for over 20 years as it was previously run by Mac and Marian, Sinead's parents. There are no staff at Straven so personal service and high standards are always guaranteed by Chris and Sinead.
We are lucky to be in a beautiful suburb of Edinburgh which is right on a golden sandy beach. There are lots of eateries and libation stops locally including Spanish Tapas, Chinese restaurant, Indian restaurant, bars, bistros, cafes, bakeries and take aways. In the evening there is a selection of local bars, sometimes with live music. For a great scenic walk locally go along the burn through the woodland in the Newhailes National Trust Estate. Other local walks include, Figgate Park; with the walk around the pond and lots of opportunity to see wildlife including kingfishers; and the Portobello Heritage trail to see the interesting buildings in the area, including the columns on the beach the town hall. Our high street has gift shops such as the Velvet Easel, The Cove and Cahoots and you can enjoy an Italian Icecream at Oscars. The local swimming pool is only a 5 minute walk from us, where you can enjoy a swim, use the modern gym facilities or totally relax with a Turkish bath in the traditional Victorian baths. On the first Saturday of the month you can catch our local market 9.30am until 1pm.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Straven Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Activities
  • Beach
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Straven Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 22:00

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 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 is not accepted Straven Guesthouse 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 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Straven Guesthouse 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 08:00:00.

License number: D, EH-66280-F

FAQs about Straven Guesthouse

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Straven Guesthouse. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Straven Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beach

  • Check-in at Straven Guesthouse is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Room options at Straven Guesthouse include:

    • Double

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

  • Straven Guesthouse is 3.1 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.