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Reviews of Southside Guest House 4 stars

8 Newington Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1QS, United Kingdom

#68 of 157 B&Bs and Inns in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 868 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little more attention to some details (signs on the carpeting or windows) would have made a difference.

    Helpful and polite staff ready to meet our requests. Good breakfast. Characteristic room, nice position just 15 minutes of walk away from the Royal Mile.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    8.0
    Clean and tidy in great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Large clean room in a very convenient location with lots of restaurants and sh o shops nearby.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    8.0
    Pleasant and secure stay in an old renovated building within a reasonable walk to the city center.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Did not quite meet the expectation that the pictures provided with some clear wear more noticeable once we were there. Finding parking felt next to impossible and we turned in our hired car a day early although we didn’t need it once there.

    Reasonable walking distance from the main downtown attractions and plenty of nearby restaurant options as well as near laundry services. I liked how secure the build felt as well with locked front doors.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Did not have breakfast

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bedroom facing Newington Rd was a bit noisy during the night - from the outside (especially busses, ambulances), but also from the inside (guests gathering in neighbouring room).

    Very friendly staff, also nice interior design and colour pattern.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    9.0
    Airy and light hotel with modern touches and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I contacted the property twice leading up to our visit for confirmation and didn't hear back. It could have been a technology issue, not a deal breaker. The place was lovely.

    This airy and welcoming gem was perfect for our last night in Scotland. Close to The Meadows park and lots of thrift shopping and excellent restaurants, we loved the ease of staying here. The staff was kind and welcoming. The large windows overlooked the neighborhood. Gorgeous old staircase. Modern art graced the walls.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    8.0
    Great guest house with comfy beds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was perfect for a quick trip up to Edinburgh

    Lovely old home turned into a guest house. Friendly encounters with staff. Room and bathroom were clean and all we needed for the night. Bed was lovely and comfortable

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    9.0
    Very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The double doors of the bathroom left a space between them when closed, so you can see the toilet from the bed. So, no privacy....

    The room is very clean, the staff was very kind and helpful, not far from the city center.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    7.0
    Helpful staff, small attic room well appointed but noisy as overlooking busy Newington Rd.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All a bit run down for the price point.

    Location excellent, though no parking.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    7.0
    Lovely guest house on the whole and so stylish lovely decor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just the outside area a wee bit untidy

    Beautifully decorated and stylish although just a wee tidy up outside and wallpaper hanging from the dining room roof let it down slightly

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were a bit uncomfortable

    Had a great stay. Friendly staff, nice room and good location.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2023

    9.0
    Will definitely recommend this place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t think of any!

    Staff were very helpful - we arrived before 3pm and we could leave our luggage at the reception. These were sent to our rooms before we returned in the night. Location is excellent - 4/5 bus stops to city centre.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had twin beds which were not very good quality and didn’t make for the best sleep.

    Great location. Fairly new looking upgrades to the rooms.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    8.0
    Good hotel in great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and charming rooms.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four Poster Bedroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had to leave the car a 15min walk from room on the side of a street

    Location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    8.0
    comfortable stay and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    clean and comfortable room. excellent shower and large bathroom

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - everything was good.

    Great location and good communication from owners. Booked this during the marathon weekend so didn't spend much time in the room but it was clean, comfy and had everything we needed. Great size too. Would definitely stay again - particularly great location for the marathon start line as it's only an 8 or 9 minute walk to the start :)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2023

    9.0
    Comfort and convenience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The trash outside at the front entrance didn’t make a great first impression.

    Really convenient location. The nearby pub, the Abbey was great. The bed was super comfy.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2023

    7.0
    Great last minute deal!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staying on the top floor with heavy luggage and no lift.

    The location was good walking distance from the city. The place was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2023

    7.0
    nice comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    anticipated there being parking, but it’s only on the street parking on a major road. don’t count on there being any if it’s a weekend

    comfortable and a central location

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lifted

    Location , cleanliness

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    no dedicated parking and impossible to find one nearby. ended up using car park 7min walk away no elevator (room was 2nd floor)

    Room was clean and quiet

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four Poster Bedroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast not included in the price, as it was very expensive for 3 nights accommodation.

    The comfortable bed and spacious room.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2023

    8.0
    Excellent for a stay on the South Side of Edinburgh.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some decaf tea and coffee would be appreciated for a drink before going to sleep.

    Location for Queens Hall is super. The room was comfortable, the room contains all the facilities that are required by a traveler and there were some thoughtful additions too. Like reading lights, shampoo and body wash, modern power sockets and a back lit mirror in the bathroom. The staff were polite and very helpful.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    7.0
    nice for a short trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no one at reception for most of our time there and we did a self check in late at night. everything ran smoothly so we were fine but it’s nice to have reception there in case there is an issue. there’s a phone number available at least.

    Nice warm and comfortable, location although outside the city centre was only a 30 min walk in to the city or a 15 min bus ride which is right outside the property.

    Stayed in April 2023

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