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Sandaig Guest House

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A library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby are just a few of the amenities provided at Sandaig Guest House. In addition to car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, a chair, and a television.

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a wall with a floral pattern.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel bedroom with a white bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a white wardrobe, and a patterned carpet.

Family Room, Ensuite

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a nightstand.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Leith, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Sandaig Guest House is near a train station and near the beach. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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5 East Hermitage Place, Leith Links, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 8AA

What's nearby

  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Leith Docks
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A large ship docked at a port with a blue fence and a modern building in the background.
    Royal Yacht Britannia
    7 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    9 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Leith Links
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Easter Road Stadium
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station)
    6 min drive
  • Foot of The Walk Tram Stop
    8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Finch
    8 min walk
  • Brass Monkey The Shore
    7 min walk
  • Artisan Roast | Circular Coffee
    9 min walk
  • Nauticus
    4 min walk
  • The Lioness of Leith
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1861
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandaig Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandaig Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sandaig Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Sandaig Guest House located?

Located in Leith, this guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of Leith Links, Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 3 mi (5 km). Foot of The Walk Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and The Shore Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Sandaig Guest House Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 295 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good cozy & comfortable place but very overpriced
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the neighborhood! The room was clean and the staff was nice when I saw them. The bed was a little hard for me, but that’s just my take. Thanks for a wonderful day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
from checking in till departure this was a wonderful experience nothing was too much trouble the complimentary Shortbread and sherry in the room was a lovely touch bed so comfortable and facilities as good as a quality hotel was a business trip for me but will use again both for business and pleasure
view from my room
view from my room
view from my room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were informed breakfast available at property but they haven’t done this for four years. Free parking a big bonus and cafes and bakeries nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great little room for a great price. Across from a nice park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and staff very accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. The best of both worlds (AirBnB and hotel). The room was made up every morning but the cost was quite low. I'd stay again when I return to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Berenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

The place is great and Luke was amazing, super kind, very comfortable and in a lovely neighborhood, the park across the street is ideal for a morning walk
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Hanne Lyngholm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a great stay

Wonderful place to stay in Edinburgh. It is walking distance to many different spots and it is easy to reach by tram and walk. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great host.. spotlessly clean older building. Quiet yet close to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, guest house clean and quiet. However, the electric kettle in the room is leaking, there is a safety concern
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

Comfortable and welcoming. Room immaculate. Free parking. Ideal location for exploring Edinburgh on foot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and classy. Our host was an extremely pleasant gentleman. We would have stayed longer if there was availability. Book it. Now!
Front of house
Park across the road
Park across the road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sandaig

Very comfortable and convenient for my purposes. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luke was so incredibly friendly! He greeted us at the door and made us feel right at home with a tray of tea and snacks. Hotel was clean and we walked easily from the tram station. There were several cafes and bars nearby as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Sandaig. It was close to restaurants and shopping and the tram line. Luke was very helpful and very personable. He was very prompt in replying to our requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quaint property in a cozy Edinburgh neighborhood. Charming well maintained old home. Comfortable bed & pillows. Super clean. Luke our host was a delight and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly helpful room lovely very clean comfortable dissapointed cooker broken could not have breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This wasn’t a very confident location with my grandmother bc there a large amount of walking to the tram and bus. But someone younger like myself it was a great location! The room was small but beautiful! The bed was comfy and the pillows were great! The staff were so friendly and accommodating and helpful! We stayed 2 nights here and we were very pleased with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here during the pandemonium that was Taylor Swift’s tour and it was exactly what we needed. Easy transportation into the city center on the tram but far enough removed from the hustle and bustle that it was very peaceful! Highly recommend. The front desk is a little unorthodox but anytime we needed to talk to someone, we called the number they provided and had help within minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to transportation into Edinburgh. Unfortunately they were unable to provide breakfast however cup cakes or shortbread cookies were offered at reception and they were delicious. The room was quiet even though the hotel was in a busy area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was charming. I loved my room - very much a guest house, more like a B&B than a hotel, which is what I wanted. The small decanter of Scotch in the room and the shortbread biscuits were a delightful touch. While the location might seem less than than central, it was only a short and easy bus ride from central Edinburgh - though I preferred walking up Leith Walk into town, which has lots of cafes, pubs, bookstores, used record stores, etc. along it. Suited me down to the ground
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a parking space right in front of the guest house, got into the hotel, very easily, and found our room. Very pleased to have a small glass of port that came with the room. We walked two blocks down to have dinner at a Polish restaurant, then walked across the street to have a glass of scotch in a pub with great ambience. The bus stops in Front tomorrow, so it will be very convenient.
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8/10 Good

Katherine

A nice place in a great location, close to transport, a park & nice shops. The room we stayed in was perhaps a bit more run-down than the website pictures let on (chipped paint & scuffed walls, precariously hung curtains, loud squeaky hinges on door, and a tricky knob on bathroom door). But it was clean & the complimentary sherry was a cute touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Kelly

The property has some age, it also has character, the room was smaller than average, there are restaurants and bars in close proximity. Distance to downtown is a long walk, but a short cab ride. There are transportation options. I found it a bit difficult to reach the staff at the Sandaig, but they were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024