Bed wasn’t comfortable Room cleanliness was compromised Room was on first floor making it difficult to move heavy suitcases Window curtain hooks weren’t staying at their place and curtain was falling while moving

Location close to city centre Had an attached washroom Nice kitchen and dining room downstairs

Stayed in August 2025

Too much items in bedroom.

We bring ours own.

Stayed in August 2025

the room is hot

Stayed in August 2025

There were still people clothes in the rooms we were staying in. Not clothes that had been left by previous guests but a wardrobe full of I’m assuming the owners clothes.

It was very cheap, area was nice and quiet and close to the location we wanted to be at (Murrayfield). Bedding and room and shared bathroom were clean.

Stayed in August 2025

I just have to be honest here as I think it's important. Both the sofa bed and main bed in our room in particular were horribly lumpy and uncomfortable. In went to lie down and there was something poking me in the side, and it was a lighter that was left under the sheet. I mentioned it to Robert that it may have fallen out of his pocket when he made the bed, which is an honest mistake but also not super great. The bedroom itself was spacious enough but the curtains were not great, as they didn't cover the entire window. There was wardrobes and piles of stuff obviously belonging in the room all hidden behind another curtain - it just didn't feel exceptionally great for what we paid for it. The bathroom was okay, there was no hand towel so I had to find one myself, and for there to only be one bathroom for over 5/6+ people? Not great either. At midnight, there were two girls jumping around and talking loudly in the room above us. I messaged Robert to ask if there was a curfew, but ended up asking them to quieten down by knocking on their door. I told Robert in the morning and he kind of laughed it off saying it was their last night? So what? We're paying guests, and there was no indication it would be acceptable for it to be like a uni house?

To be honest there were just two things we liked about staying here - how kind Robert was as the host, and how close the house was to walk to a bus that went straight into the city.

Stayed in July 2025

Robert, the host, was very helpful with local information about public transport.

Stayed in July 2025

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Stayed in July 2025

Nothing

Nothing

Stayed in July 2025

Deco a bit rough around the edges, doesn't affect functionality though

Very good communication with the host. You get what you pay for and a bit more.

Stayed in August 2025

All I can say is I'm glad my dog is fully vaccinated but I did have to flea my dog once I left. Couldn't stay had to leave full of someone else's dirty clothes mould everywhere was a damp dirty crap hole and not safe to stay in I will be taking this further I had to leave and book another hotel around the corner 15 pounds more but safe for my dog absolute pig pit smelled of arm pit sweat and don't even get ne started on the toilet or bucket whatever you want to call it this place is an unsafe mess should be removed off booking.com complete trash hole I'd recommend you use your money to pick up dog crap will come to better use

How quickly I could post the key and leave

Stayed in August 2025

Why on earth is this even available to book to stay in ?? It’s a health hazard and endless faults and filth From wires poking out of bathroom ceiling, curtains that are held together with cobwebs and dust that don’t even fit, to broken windows, holes in walls, never ending noises, revolting carpets and smelly bedding, not to mention a beautiful arrangement of skid marks in the toilet to greet us on arrival !!! Just wowsers !!!!!

Absolute flea pit, smelly, itchy, filthy and disgusting There’s nicer slums

Stayed in August 2025

My booking was confirmed and when I reached their with my parents they told me your booking is cancelled and when I show them the booking confirmed on booking.com even then owner switched off his

Stayed in August 2025

We booked one month in advance and we're notified the day after of a potential double booking on our room. When we asked the owners to clarify the issue, they never replied or offered an alternative, despite multiple messages. Most probably, due to the cancellation policy up to 48 hours before the date, the owners preferred to keep both bookings active and just the day before (when no cancellation was possible anymore and money was withdrawn by my credit card) they got back in touch confirming that the room was not available and telling us to settle the issue with booking contact center as they were not responsible for the issue occurred to us.

Not applicable

Stayed in August 2025

This building needs a serious renovation and cleaning! Our room was full of dust, the landlord had left his belongings everwhere, bed spring was bothering, uncomfortable mattress & pillows, walls were so thin & we couldn't sleep as long as the next doors were awake and talking, the windows were not openable, there was no key for our room & instead it was a 4numbers lock which was not safe as anyone could open it, one sharing bathroom for 3 rooms (with 3 or 4 people in each room); and last but not least, it was good to be able using the kitchen but sadly cabinets & everything were dirty.

Nice staff. Daily clean towels.

Stayed in August 2025

The space could benefit from more thorough cleaning and organization. The bedroom had many personal items and clothing from the owners, which made it feel a bit cluttered. The curtains were damaged and difficult to close fully, which affected privacy. Additionally, the microwave was not clean, and the refrigerator contained spoiled food, which made it unusable. Unfortunately, instead of feeling relaxed, the overall environment felt a bit uncomfortable. With some attention to cleanliness and a tidier setup, the place has potential to offer a much more welcoming experience.

The host was friendly.

Stayed in July 2025

The carpets and paint-work appear to be from the 1980's or maybe 1990's. The place was perhaps ok for a personal home, but for a place of business, it seemed far too rundown. My impression, was that a very large house was adapted to have rooms for renting. As a place of business, I wonder if any government inspections are required. The bathroom / shower was in good shape, BUT all guests must share the one bathroom. It appeared to have 3 or 4 bedrooms, each with up to three beds. If the place had been full (9+ guests), we wonder if we could have gotten time for us to shower. There was only a small window for the bedroom. No AC, although a constantly-running dehumidifier kept the moisture to a good level; however, 24/25 C° was warmer than I wanted. Since we felt dissatisfied, we booked at a chain hotel for our 2nd night instead of staying at Silverknowes. The "security" for the private room was a lock with a combination code. I am perhaps spoiled, but I like having either a physical key or an electronic key-card.

Breakfast?? No mention of breakfast. The host was nice.

Stayed in July 2025

First thing we noticed was a persistent mould odor which wouldn't go away. The electric system was of dubious quality, probably not too safe to use. Blankets, sheets and pillows were apparently clean, but the bed's structure was not. Overall, the building's structure seemed to be quite poor and badly maintained.

The price was surely appropriate to the offered quality.

Stayed in July 2025

There was a smell in the room. Old shoes smell mixed with strange odour. The room was cramped and not at all fresh.

Stayed in June 2025

Guests in about 5 to 6 rooms sharing 1 bathroom/toilet

The location is close to the city centre with easy access to the bus. Had access to the kitchen and living room. this is good for family, it enables my children connect their gadget to the TV to play some games.

Stayed in July 2025

Sound travels throughout the house quite easily. Only one bathroom for multiple(4+) rooms and the walls in our room was dirty. Our beds were not standard mattresses but was very squishy like a mattress topper.

It is in a quiet neighbourhood and the staff on-site are really nice, helpful, and kind.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing really

Family friendly atmosphere

Stayed in June 2025

Its nice property and the staff is very friendly

Stayed in June 2025

We had a great time staying here, everyone was friendly and helpful. It was just what we needed for the weekend, a clean room with comfy beds and a lovely bathroom. Location wise it was exactly where we needed to be, a nice quiet street, not too far to the Zoo and other fun places to go. Shops within walking distance. Will be booking here again next time we are in Edinburgh!

Stayed in June 2025

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I liked everything. The house owner was very good,welcoming,felt like home.

Stayed in June 2025