About this property
Historic Setting: Amaryllis Guest House in Edinburgh is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. Adults-Only: The guest house is adults-only, ensuring a peaceful and relaxing stay for all guests. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room features a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, free toiletries, electric kettle, and TV. Convenient Location: Located 10 km from Edinburgh Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Edinburgh Castle (16-minute walk) and the National Museum of Scotland (2 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, room cleanliness, and attentive host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Aisling
Ireland
“Great location and spacious rooms with en-suite. Can easily walk everywhere with lots of great restaurants nearby! The hosts were very kind.” - Malinsche
Germany
“Super friendly and helpful hosts, quiet area, we could hear the blackbird sing.... nice cafes and restaurants nearby, we enjoyed our stay!” - Marta
Poland
“It was very close to the city and at the same time so quiet, that I slept with an open window. I truly loved it and would come back.” - Barbara
Canada
“Room was lovely, comfortable, quiet, and fairly close to everything.” - Emma
United Kingdom
“A really central location. The owners were incredibly helpful and attentive, showed us a number of places close by for breakfast, and provided a map of the city to demonstrate how to access local attractions - its a 20 minute stroll to Edinburgh...” - Tracy
Ireland
“The guest house was in a great location. Quiet & a 10/15 minute walk to the top of the royal mile (Edinburgh Castle) & close to cafe's & restaurants. There are two bus routes that go to the city centre very close to the accommodation if walking...” - Aušra
Lithuania
“A great location, close to the city center and the old town. Most of the main attractions are within walking distance. The room was clean and well-kept. The host was very helpful and attentive—we truly appreciate that.” - Jane
Ireland
“Lovely old house . Cathy was very helpful and responded quickly by email to my queries. The Room was comfortable .” - Bert
Netherlands
“A big room with a nice and clean bathroom. Even though it is in the city, there is no noise in the room, so we were able to listen to the birds while waking up. Easy to reach by bus from the city centre and a great vegan Italian place close by.” - Anna
United Kingdom
“Clean, modern, quiet, great location, lovely staff”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
It is prohibited to eat hot takeaway food in the rooms.
Please be aware we do not have porters to carry suitcases and there are 21 stairs to the first floor and 21 stairs to the 2nd floor.
Please inform Amaryllis Guest House 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.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
License number: EH-60432-F