East Claremont Guest House

–Excellent location - show map
+50 photos
Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: East Claremont Guest House in Edinburgh offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and complimentary toiletries. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or terrace, enjoying outdoor seating areas. The property is pet-friendly and provides luggage storage and full-day security. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Fresh pastries, warm dishes, and juice enhance the morning experience. Prime Location: Located 11 km from Edinburgh Airport, the guest house is a short walk from Edinburgh Waverley station and Edinburgh Playhouse. Nearby attractions include Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Activities: Guests can enjoy kayaking or canoeing in the surrounding area. The property offers housekeeping service, outdoor seating, and a sofa for added comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Garden
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 double beds
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Tommy is a wonderful host. We didn't want to stay in a bland, identikit hotel room and this was perfect - individual, quirky and fun but also very comfortable and brilliantly located. We couldn't fault the wonderful full Scottish breakfast and the...”
Anastasia
Finland Finland
“Lovely hotel with loveliest hosts, and great placement in the city! 👍”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful room. Lovely clean bright bathroom. Great breakfast.”
Rosie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Tommy was such a lovely host, he showed us so much history and taught us lots about Scotland. Breakfast was lovely with very comfy beds and good facilities. This is a very cute and quirky, unique place to stay with a fantastic host. Location is...”
Chloe
Ireland Ireland
“I loved the decor. It was a warm and friendly atmosphere from the minute we met Tommy to the minute we collected our bags. It felt like a home away from home. Delicious breakfast, comfortable bed and lovely, thoughtful extra touches.”
Hennessy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really unique boutique guest house. Really excellent friendly and accommodating host. Great location. Close to city centre.”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This guest house was definitely looking a bit tired. We were happy with our stay here and it suited our needs but I think it was overpriced. Unfortunately Edinburgh is extremely expensive so I suppose that was to be expected.”
Derek
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very pleasant and informative host. Quirky decorated, especially the breakfast room. Bedrooms are a good size, clean and tidy, ensuite bathroom was on the small side but functional. Hot breakfast freshly prepared to your requirements. Buffet...”
Conrad
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Tommy is an absolute gentleman and the perfect host, East Claremont is lovely cosy guest house in a great location impeccably decorated with delicious breakfasts, I wouldn't hesitate to book again.”
Linda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Tommy is the best host ever!!! He made my dog Lola a sausage, and made us feel both right at home. It’s only a 10 minute walk up the centre of Edinburgh, so is in a great location. The decor of the guest house is charming & so beautiful. Ooh &...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Tommy Hughes

Company review score: 9.2Based on 1,676 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I've been working in the hospitality industry for over 45 years now and have worked in various areas of Scotland and every department of Hotels , Restaurants and Bars from 2 star hotels to 5 star We aim to provide a warm friendly welcoming atmosphere in our individually designed rooms and public areas . We strive to make your stay as pleasant and relaxing as possible whether you are here for business or sightseeing or a special event

Property information

Our great strength is that we are city centre-based, in Edinburgh's New Town - a UNESCO World Heritage site. We're very easy to reach on public transport from the airport, the railway station and the airport.

Neighbourhood information

Our guest house is within walking distance to many kinds of eating places, from high end to takeaways, to pubs, the latest shopping centre, a top cinema and entertainment venue and supermarkets. The city centre is 15 minutes or, if you're not keen to walk, the bus stop is 1 minute across the road. For relaxation and physical exercise, take a walk to the Royal Botanic Garden, the Water of Leith walking path or, for children, the play areas at St Mark's Park or the King George V Park.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

East Claremont Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.