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4 Friends House

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Edinburgh, near Princes Street

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4 Friends House places visitors in Edinburgh's Old Town, near Royal Mile. The multilingual staff offers local insights to navigate the city's history, and the extensive library provides a quiet retreat after a day of exploration.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room with Private External Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room with Private External Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Single Room with Shared Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Dining table
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Desk
Printer
Desk chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
106 Ferry Rd., Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 4PG

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • George Street - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Brunstane Station - 10 min drive
  • Newhaven Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Chip Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sabzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dreadnought Leith - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Haven - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alby's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

4 Friends House

Guesthouse near Princes Street
4 Friends House provides a library and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A water dispenser and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at 4 Friends House include amenities such as free WiFi, printers, and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Hair dryers and shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping, printers, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 11

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 11 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

4 Friends House Edinburgh
4 Friends House Guesthouse
4 Friends House Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 Friends House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

4 Friends House doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at 4 Friends House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at 4 Friends House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 11 (subject to availability).

Where is 4 Friends House located?

Located in Leith, this guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Edinburgh Port and within 3 mi (5 km) of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. Royal Mile is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) away. Newhaven Station is 11 minutes by foot and Ocean Terminal Station is 11 minutes.

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