Edinburgh is not a large town, so on the map it seems further away than it is. A ten pound cab or…read more15 minute bus ride from city center. Or a really nice walk. The rooms offer what you'll need and include everything expected (including multiple outlets) and an in room sink (even if it's a shared shower/toilet room with a few other rooms. Doesn't bother me really. Note: pay your billin cash to help the owner out, or he'll have to add a 5% surcharge to cover the cost of the transaction (READ: the man isn't exactly charging an arm and a leg for rates so be goddamned grateful. I'm here fora week, and was very gracious in being unconcerned WHEN i'd get him the cash, just "by checkout." The usual neighborhood sundries are close by, and the bus stop to city center is 200 feet from the door. Going to explore neighborhood pubs... now.

It's okay, but no place that I would recommend to a friend. We have had a double room with bath…read moreensuite, but the bath stank by bleach, and it was one of the smallest I have yet seen. Couldnt sit on the toilet properly. Breakfast is okay, but only instant coffee.

In Edinburgh for a conference, I had been advised by a friend to book a room at Smiths Guest House…read more I'm so glad I followed his recommendation! The place is lovely, the room warm and comfortable and endowed with all the basics items and facilities that you would require. The hosts are adorable as well, always very kind; they made sure that I would be able to get to my room even though I arrived very late in the evening. They have been extraordinarily available during the booking process, since I got replies to my emails within few minutes. The place is well connected to both the city centre and the university by several buses lines passing very frequently. I'll definitely come back here if I will have another conference to attend in Edinburgh.

Nice B&B in Edinburgh. Neil was a gracious host and made a mean breakfast. He was quick to give a…read morerecommendation for a place to go and how to get there. Room was a little small for the four of us, but the rate was excellent! Free wi-fi, too.

23 Mayfield is a little hard to find. The GPS kept telling us we had arrived when it was actually 1…read moreblock down. Something to keep in mind in case your GPS had a mind of it's own as well. Once found , we were very pleased to see parking - rare in Edinburgh. The rooms were well appointed , a little small, and at first extremely noisy. We were on the first floor and could hear the clomping of guests on the exposed wood stairs. The breakfast room was also very near our door and I was thinking there was to be no sleeping - but I was wrong. Somehow , magically , the noise didn't wake us - I am a very light sleeper too. Whatever the sound dynamic was in the place - I slept very comfortably and quietly. If we were going to be spending time in our rooms , I would have found the space restrictive but for a good nights rest , it was great. The only other thing I felt was a head scratcher was the bathroom mirror. Very space age, 3-D type design that completely did not go with the decor. The breakfast room was lovely and the food was very good. The hosts are happy to accommodate your every need. They had umbrellas for the rain and a very nifty call button that summoned a cab in under 10 minutes ! It's location is walkable to some things but since you could have your car on property , it's easy to drive anywhere you want to go within a few minutes. Come and stay and enjoy this cozy gem in the midst of busting Edinburgh.

I would give a six-star rating if it were possible. The house is in beautiful luxurious…read moreold-Scotland condition. The drawing room has Classic movies running on the TV with classic tunes played in the background. The dining room is elegant as are the place settings at every table; complete with lit candle. Breakfast is large gourmet and cooked to order including eggs poached, grilled, or scrambled, black pudding, haggis, sausage, potato scone, bacon, beans, ham and far more options. Specials are prepared on the weekends. This meal is so hardy you won't need lunch. Bedrooms are comfortable, clean, and beautifully appointed. The beds are as comfortable as any top tier hotel. The rooms can be blacked out for a very quiet deep long sleep. I slept better here then I have in months anywhere else. Good free high speed internet that is fast enough to stream video. Ross and Kathleen have created a charming experience that we will return to with every visit to Edinburgh.