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Rooms from £60.0 [8 rooms total]
Location City / Town Centre, Theatreland / Entertainment Area, Historical Building
Transport Show Map Directions
Rail Rail: Waverley Station, 1.6km
Air Air: EDI, 11.5km
Road Road: Edinburgh City By Pass

 

 Southside Guest House
8 Newington Road , Edinburgh, , EH9 1QS
 TC+ AA+

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All rooms are securely bookable on-line but if you prefer you may book by phone
- call +44 (0)870 240 70 60 making sure you quote ref: TAC

Information about the hotel

Southside is a stylish and welcoming Guest House in the heart of the city close to the Old Town. It provides very comfortable accommodation in a contemporary, smart decor in a period setting.

Southside is an exclusive Guest House providing an elegant home in the heart of the city. The eight stylish en-suite bedrooms, which include two Four Poster Rooms, have been designed to be as individual as our guests. Several leading Hotel and Travel Guides feature Southside and many guests regularly return and warmly recommend us. If you are seeking somewhere unique and memorable for your Edinburgh visit, Southside is an excellent choice. We look forward to welcoming you. The House at 8 Newington Road, Edinburgh (now Southside Guest House) was built in 1865 and is part of a Victorian Terrace which includes at No 10 next door; West Newington House (built 1805) Southside Guest House Edinburgh has eight elegant en-suite bedrooms - including Four Poster Rooms - providing stylish bed and breakfast accommodation in the centre of Edinburgh. Please note that Southside is a no-smoking house. Several leading Hotel and Travel Guides feature and recommend Southside Guest House and many guests warmly recommend Southside. Lonely Planet World Guide features Southside Guest House as one of the 5 Author Pick for accommodation in Edinburgh. Southside is also recommended by Peter Irvine in the latest edition of his marvellous "Scotland the Best" published by Collins. Peter Irvine features Southside under "Edinburgh Most Excellent Lodgings" only one of six establishments listed and additionally has been "awarded" a commendation as "Amongst the very best in Scotland". The Guide, by the way is an excellent investment, to guide you through the maze of eating out venues, pubs, attractions etc., both in Edinburgh and throughout Scotland. Southside Guest House is featured in the AA "Britain's Best Bed & Breakfast" Guide. Southside Guest House Edinburgh is rated 4 Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board and the AA. Where to stay in Edinburgh? If you are seeking unique and memorable accommodation for your Edinburgh visit, Southside Guest House Edinburgh is an excellent choice.
 

Bedroom information

Double Room

Both double rooms have striking decor and atmosphere; rich and warm. Room 5 has a bath as well as a shower. Room 2 has a wooden floor and oriental rugs. One double room faces Newington Road, the other overlooks the rear garden. more info
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Single Room

One of the two single rooms has a double bed, whereas the other has an interesting iron framed bed. Both are charming and welcoming. Both single rooms overlook Newington Road. more info
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Twin Room

One twin has bold shades of green and comfortable sofa, wooden floor and oriental rugs- the other is designed in deep reds and purples. Both are unique and very attractive. One Twin Room overlooks the rear garden, the other faces Newington Road. more info
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Double Room - 4 poster bed

The Mackintosh is a stunning room with a four poster bed, large sofa and stylish design. It has a wooden floor, oriental rugs and bay window. The Terrace Room is rich in purples and warm cream with a black wooden floor, fireplace and leather sofa. It has its own Terrace. The Mackintosh Room has a large seating area and overlooks Newington Road. The Terrace Room also has a seating area and a Terrace overlooking the garden. more info
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Single Room Last Minute

One of the two single rooms has a double bed, whereas the other has an interesting iron framed bed. Both are charming and welcoming. Both single rooms overlook Newington Road. more info
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Double Room - last minute

Both double rooms have striking decor and atmosphere; rich and warm. Room 5 has a bath as well as a shower. Room 2 has a wooden floor and oriental rugs. One double room faces Newington Road, the other overlooks the rear garden. more info
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Twin Room Last Minute

One twin has bold shades of green and comfortable sofa, wooden floor and oriental rugs- the other is designed in deep reds and purples. Both are unique and very attractive. more info
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Four Poster Room Last Minute

This is a stunning room with a four poster bed, large sofa and stylish design. It has a wooden floor, oriental rugs and bay window. The Terrace Room is rich in purples and warm cream with a black wooden floor, fireplace and leather sofa. It has its own Terrace. more info
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Petite Double last minute

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Local Attractions

  • University of Edinburgh Campus (0 miles) - The University of Edinburgh has a global reputation for excellence. Its buildings including the Old College are a short stroll from Southside Guest House one of the most convenient and stylish bases for your visit to Edinburgh & the University.
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse & Holyrood Park (1 miles) - - Her Majesty the Queen's residence in Scotland. The Abbey, historic apartments and Mary Queen of Scots chambers are all in this beautiful palace. From Holyrood Park you can tackle Arthur Seat, with its wonderful views of Edinburgh .
  • Princes Street (1 miles) - One of Europe most stunning streets with the backdrop of the Old Town, the Castle & the Gardens . For shopaholics Princes Street has it all from to designer stores to the famous Jenners Department Store and the cosmopolitan chic of Harvey Nichols Shop.
  • Edinburgh Castle (1 miles) - Edinburgh Castle is world famous .and inhabited since 800 BC. Situated at the top of the historic Royal Mile the castle includes the Scottish Crown Jewels, The Stone of Destiny and Mons Meg Cannon. It is also the venue for the annual Tattoo .

Getting there

 

From East end of Princes Street take North Bridge to the Royal Mile, continue South bound along South Clerk Street for approximately 1km.
Southside is on the right hand side at the start of Newington Road.
From the motorways, join the City By Pass (A720) and get off at the Straiton Junction, from here take the A701 into Edinburgh.
Follow this road the whole way into the city.
The road is designated A701 the whole way.
You are getting closer to Southside ( 8, Newington Road) as you turn on Craigmillar Park, Mayfield Road, Minto Street and then Newington Road (different names for the same road and still on the A701) We are right on the corner with West Preston and East Preston Street.
 

  • Nearest Motorway or Main Road: Edinburgh City By Pass - km
  • Junction No.: Straiton - 3 km
  • Airport Name: EDI - 11.5 km
  • Local Taxi Company: Central Taxis - 2.0 km
  • Tel No. of Taxi Company: 01312292468 - 2.0 km
  • Nearest Major Train Station: Waverley Station - 1.6 km
  • Nearest Coach/Bus Station: St Andrew\\\'s Square - 2.0 km

*Directions included in email booking confirmation

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Hotel facilities

Parking & Transportation

  • Nearby Pay to Park

Concierge Services

  • Dry Cleaning / Laundry Service
  • Left Luggage / Storage Facilities

Family / Children's services

  • Cots / Cribs
  • High Chairs

Business Facilities

  • Internet access
  • Email access
  • Fax service

Hotel Policies

Children

  • Children over the age of 0 are charged as adults.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 15:00 hours onwards.
  • You must check out by 10:30 hours.

Cancellations

  • In the event of a no show or a cancellation with less than day notice prior to the date of arrival, an amount equivalent to % of the total booking value will be charged.

Payment - We accept

  • American Express
  • Master Card
  • Visa
  • Maestro (Switch)

CANCELLATION POLICY: null COMMENTS: Please note that standard check in time is between 15.00 and 20.00. If you arrive earlier than 15.00 we can store your luggage for you and advise you if the room can be available before 15.00. Arrangements can be made for check-in after 20.00.It is essential that we know when you will be arriving and be kept advised of any changes so that we can be in the house when you do arrive.
 
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