About this property
This Victorian guest house is 2.4 km from Edinburgh city centre, with easy access by bus. It has guaranteed free parking for each room, free Wi-Fi and traditionally decorated luxury rooms. Glenalmond House is a 4-star bed and breakfast in the quiet area of Newington. The Royal Mile, Princes Street and Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station are less than 3.2 km away. There are buses every few minutes. The Victorian house mixes traditional charm and original features with modern luxuries. The en suite rooms have flat-screen TVs, showers and luxury toiletries. Some have four-poster beds. The extensive breakfast menu includes Scottish pancakes, waffles , traditional cooked Scottish breakfasts and vegetarian alternatives. Guests can enjoy golfing in the local area and the property offers discounts all year round.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- Heating
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Andrew
United Kingdom“Breakfast was excellent. Choice was amazing and all wonderfully prepared and delivered with a smile.” - Clive United Kingdom“Clean; lovely decor; very welcoming and helpful hosts; delicious breakfast. Nothing to complain about at all. Also on a good route into town which made our flying visit to Edinburgh Fringe very easy indeed. Will surely book again.”
- Anthony United Kingdom“Location - in pleasant suburb with good pubs and restaurants nearby. On the main road, but quiet. On-site parking. Absolutely spotlessly clean. Very comfortable beds with wonderfully soft bedclothes. Accomadating & attentive host.”
- Chris United Kingdom“Everything - the decor, the comfort and the catering are all outstanding.”
- Vonmoos
Switzerland“The staff were very friendly and helped us find our way around and explore Edinburgh. The room was clean and the beds were made every day. There was a great selection of breakfast options from sweet to savory.” 
Alice United Kingdom“The room was spotless and had everything I needed. The hosts were attentive and the breakfast was delicious.”
Julie-anne United Kingdom“Very convenient to get into the town centre- plenty of buses. Jimmy and Fiona went over and above to make sure we had a great stay. The room was great and the breakfast delicious. Would definitely go back.”- Anita United Kingdom“The hosts were friendly and provided a map and bus information on arrival. Breakfast was amazing (no lunch needed) and everywhere was really clean.”
- Alistair United Kingdom“Great breakfast - very welcoming hosts - comfortable - perfect in fact”
- Mafalda
Portugal“Fiona and Jimmy were very nice and welcoming. I love the room and the little terrace.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 5 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that the property do no accept children under 5, including babies.
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Glenalmond House in advance. Please note guests arriving after 18:00 might have to self check in.
There is a parking space available for each room.
Please note pets cannot be accommodated at the property. This includes assistance dogs.
Please inform Glenalmond 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.
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.
License number: 101002080113
