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Highfield Guest House

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4.9/5 from 64 Reviews

98% Would Recommend

Facilities

  • Wi-fi
  • Parking
  • Desk working station
  • High-speed internet
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Highfield Guest House

(64 Guest Reviews)

Guest Ratings

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Review Summary

  • Rooms 4.8
  • Value 4.5
  • Friendliness 5.0
  • Cleanliness 5.0
  • Facilities 4.8
  • Service 5.0
  • Location 4.4
  • Breakfast 4.9

Review Overall Rating

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Highfield Guest House Information

Description

The Highfield Guest House is an elegant family run Victorian property in the Newington district of the old town of Edinburgh. We are located close to the University of Edinburgh (King’s Buildings and Appleton Tower) and the Royal Observatory. We are also well positioned for visiting all the main attractions and places of interest this beautiful city of Edinburgh has to offer such as Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and Arthur's Seat. There are frequent bus services to the city centre or for those who prefer to walk, an approximate 30 minutes will take you to the Royal Mile and Princes Street. This is also a perfect base if you wish to venture further and explore the surrounding countryside, bridges, beaches and walks. The Highfield retains many of its’ original character features and combined with modern comforts will make your stay both enjoyable and memorable. We can accommodate nine people in our two double rooms, one twin room and one family room (max. occupancy 2) all en-suite and one single room with a separate, external private shower room. All our rooms are designed with style, comfort and practicality in mind. Many of our guests have likened their stay to a 'home away from home' in Edinburgh. We welcome children aged ten and over. We do not offer on-site parking however our residential area has ample free on street parking nearby. If you require assistance in getting around Edinburgh or would like suggestions on where to eat and drink, arrange tours or take in a show we will be only too happy to assist you and help you to enjoy your visit to its full advantage. Please plan ahead to avoid disappointment as many of the popular attractions and events sell out quickly, especially during Festival time. Guest rooms are equipped with flat screen TV, radio alarm clock/iPod dock, hairdryer, hospitality tray, toiletries and free Wi-Fi. Daily cleaning until 1pm. Our 4-star Gold accommodation is completely non-smoking.

Cleaning and safety

  • Disinfected daily
  • Disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Staff protective clothing
  • Barriers in main areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • High-touch surfaces disinfected
  • Linens washed to local guidelines
  • Linens washed above 60°C/140°F
  • Mattress and pillow protectors
  • Washable duvet covers
  • Staggered check-in
  • Reduced occupancy
  • No shared stationery
  • Outside air ventilation
  • Request no staff entry to room
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sanitised tableware

Facilities

  • Free WiFi internet
  • High speed internet
  • WiFi internet
  • Housekeeping - daily

Sustainability

  • No single-use toiletries
  • Towels changed on request
  • Room cleaning on request
  • Energy-efficient bulbs
  • Double-glazed windows

Parking

  • Off-site parking

Business Facilities

  • Desk working station

Activities and Experiences

  • Bowling alley
  • Cycling
  • Fine dining
  • Gambling
  • Golf
  • Golf - driving range
  • Horse riding
  • Art galleries & museums
  • Nightclubs
  • Shopping
  • Antiques & fairs
  • Skating rink
  • Theatre
  • Walking
  • Casino, arcades
  • Cinema
  • Concerts, music
  • Exhibition
  • Family fun
  • History/science museums
  • Pampering
  • Pub crawl
  • Ski school

Policies

  • Check in
    13:00 18:00
  • Check out
    10:00
  • Child Policy
    Children welcome
  • Smoking Policy
    No smoking
  • Pets
    No pets
  • Parties Allowed
    Parties not allowed
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Accessibility

The property is not suitable for wheelchair access.

Directions

A car is not required when staying at the property
  • Train from Railway Stations (2.6 miles)

    From Waverley Station make your way to Princes Street. Take the No. 3, 29, 31 or 37 bus from the shops side of Princes Street. There are several bus stops so please look at the bus stops to check which bus numbers are served at each bus stop. Alternatively you can make your way to North Bridge where you can pick up bus numbers 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37 or 49. Take any of these buses to Craigmillar Park Road. Cross the road and make your way along East Savile Road to Mayfield Road. Turn right. The Highfield GH is on the right hand side before the traffic lights.


    From Haymarket Station make your way to Haymarket Terrace. Take a number 12 to Mayfield Road. Ask the driver to let you off at the bus stop after Mayfield Church on Mayfield Road. The bus stop is just beyond the entrance to Highfield Guest House.

  • Bus from Edinburgh Bus Station (St Andrews Square) (2.6 miles)

    Make your way to Princes Street. Take the No. 3, 29, 31 or 37 bus from the shops side of Princes Street. There are several bus stops so please look at the bus stops to check which bus numbers are served at each bus stop. Alternatively you can make your way to North Bridge where you can pick up bus numbers 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37 or 49. Take any of these buses to Craigmillar Park Road. Cross the road and make your way along East Savile Road to Mayfield Road. Turn right. The Highfield GH is on the right hand side before the traffic lights.

  • Road from M8 (5.0 miles)
    Follow the road signs for the City Bypass south (A720) and continue on the City Bypass, taking the exit at Straiton Junction. Follow the A701 into the City Centre. At the bottom of Liberton Brae take the left hand fork onto Mayfield Road. Go through the traffic lights at the University of Edinburgh King's Buildings and continue on Mayfield Road. The Highfield is situated on the right hand side before the traffic lights.
  • Air from Airport (6.0 miles)
    From Edinburgh Airport follow the road signs for the City Bypass south (A720) and continue on the City Bypass, take the exit at Straiton Junction. Follow the A701 into the City Centre. At the foot of Liberton Brae take the left hand fork onto Mayfield Road. Go through the traffic lights at the University of Edinburgh King's Buildings and continue on Mayfield Road. The Highfield is situated on the right hand side before the traffic lights.
  • Boat from Rosyth Ferry (40.0 miles)
    From Rosyth ferry terminal, cross the Forth Road Bridge and head onto the City Bypass south and take the exit at Straiton junction. Follow the A701 into the City centre until you reach the bottom of Liberton Brae. Take the left hand fork onto Mayfield Road and go through the traffic lights at the University of Edinburgh King's Buildings and continue on Mayfield Road. The Highfield Guest House is situated on the right hand side, before the traffic lights.
  • Coach from Lothian Buses (1.0 miles)

    Number 12 bus - Make your way to Haymarket Terrace (near Haymarket Railway Station) or to Lothian Road (close to the east end of Princes Street) and take a number 12 bus to Mayfield Road. Ask the driver to let you off at the bus stop after Mayfield Church.

    Number 24 bus - Make your way to Frederick Street (off Princes Street) and take a number 24 bus to Mayfield Road. Ask the driver to let you off at the bus stop on Mayfield Road (after right hand turn from West Savile Road). The guest house is on the left hand side of Mayfield Road, before the bus stop.

    Numbers 3, 29, 31 or 37 - Make your way to Princes Street. Please check the bus stops for the numbers serviced at each stop. Ask the driver to let you off on Craigmillar Park Road, the bus stop closest to East Savile Road. Cross the road and make your way along to Savile Road West and take a right turn onto Mayfield Road.

    Numbers 7, 8 or 49 - Make your way to North Bridge and go to Craigmiller Park Road, the bus stop closest to East Savile Road. Cross the road and make your way along to Savile Road West and take a right turn onto Mayfield Road.

    The Highfield GH is on the right hand side, before the traffic lights.

    Contactless on bus. Use TapTapCap to get the cheapest adult daily and weekly fare.

    If you are paying by cash, please have the exact money as the bus driver does not give change.

  • Road from Taxi (1.0 miles)
    A taxi from the airport to the guest house will cost approximately £40 or you can take the Airlink bus No.100 or a Tram to the city centre. A taxi from the city centre will cost around £12. You can pre-book your taxi with City Cabs or take an UBER. 

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