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CRUACHAN GUEST HOUSE, Edinburgh – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
53 Gilmore Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh
- Close to the Royal Mile
Very good
7.9
8.7
4.0
Loved by guests
"Breakfast was really good. Cooked food tasty and choice of cereals and other bits"
"The breakfast was tasty, especially the haggis."
"Great value for money in a city where accommodation seems extraordinarily expensive."
Rooms & Accommodations
Cruachan Guest House offers single, double, triple, and family rooms. All rooms include central heating, a flat-screen TV with digital programming, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Some rooms feature soundproofing and views of the garden or city. Private bathrooms come with showers, hairdryers, and baths in single rooms.
Dining & Breakfast
A full Scottish breakfast is served in the conservatory. Options include porridge, local kippers, homemade salmon fish cakes, tattie scones, and cheese, onion, and potato grills. Coffee and tea facilities are available in all rooms.
Leisure & Recreation
The guesthouse features both an indoor and outdoor tennis court. Free Wi-Fi is available in communal areas. Edinburgh offers world-class art galleries, museums, the Botanic Gardens, and a zoological park nearby.
Location & Transportation
Located in Edinburgh's West End, minutes from Edinburgh Castle, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, King's Theatre, and Princes Street. Buses stop frequently at the front door. Greyfriars Kirk is within walking distance. The area hosts rugby internationals, large conferences, the Scottish Parliament, and Hogmanay celebrations.
Services & Amenities
Multilingual staff are available. Late check-out can be arranged on request. Ironing facilities and heating are provided in all rooms. The guesthouse is smoke-free.
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Real Mary King's Close for a quirky historical tour.
- Indulge in haggis at The Witchery by the Castle for a true taste.
- Stroll through the quirky Grassmarket for unique shops and cafes.
- Discover the Scottish National Gallery for world-class art collections.
- Explore the hidden treasures at Stockbridge Market on Sundays.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Single Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
100 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Double Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Triple Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Family Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
room details
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Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Room features
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Location
53 Gilmore Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh
Map view
53 Gilmore Place,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
5000 ft
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
1.0
mi
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
1.7
mi
Landmark
Royal Mile
4800 ft
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
1.1
mi
Park
Princes Street Gardens
4900 ft
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1.0
mi
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
4500 ft
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1.5
mi
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1.2
mi
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1.2
mi
Landmark
Calton Hill
1.3
mi
Landmark
Princes Street
1.1
mi
Botanical Garden
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
1.7
mi
Monument
Scott Monument
1.3
mi
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
1.2
mi
Landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
4500 ft
Museum
The Writers' Museum
5200 ft
Museum
Gladstone's Land
5100 ft
Landmark
Surgeons' Hall Museums
1.1
mi
Square
Grassmarket
3700 ft
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
4800 ft
Event hall
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
2400 ft
Stadium
BT Murrayfield Stadium
1.3
mi
Museum
Dynamic Earth
1.4
mi
Landmark
Nelson Monument
1.3
mi
Art object
Greyfriars Bobby's Grave
4900 ft
Museum
Georgian House
5100 ft
Museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland
1.0
mi
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1.3
mi
Nearby
Event hall
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
1800 ft
Restaurants
Quick & Plenty Cafe
1200 ft
27 Leven Street
The Treehouse
1400 ft
44 Leven Street
La Barantine
1500 ft
10 Bruntsfield Place
Efes
1300 ft
42 Leven Street
Lupe Pintos
1300 ft
24 Leven Street
Five Degrees Cafe
1800 ft
39 Barclay Place
Jeelie Piece
1100 ft
12 Leven Street
Magma Cafe
1000 ft
67 Home Street
Taquito
1300 ft
32 Home Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-18:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Cruachan Guest House provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
6
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