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About the Hotel

6 Cambridge Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Rooms & Amenities

Leith House, a 19th-century townhouse, offers 3 guestrooms with kitchens featuring full-sized refrigerators, freezers, and ovens. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric kettle, and free WiFi. Private bathrooms come with deep soaking bathtubs, showers, and Cole & Lewis London toiletries. Some rooms have LCD TVs and DVD players.

Dining Options

No onsite restaurants are listed. The property is located in Leith, known for independent shops, stylish bars, and cutting-edge restaurants.

Leisure & Entertainment

Guests have access to a library and a common area with a TV. The property is smoke-free and provides tour/ticket assistance for exploring Edinburgh.

Location & Transport

Leith House is in Leith, a port district with independent shops and bars. It is near the Ocean Terminal, home to The Royal Yacht Britannia, and major motorways. Landmarks like Edinburgh Castle (2.5 km), the National Museum of Scotland (2 km), and Holyrood Park are nearby. Easter Road Stadium is also within easy reach.

Services & Safety

The guesthouse offers luggage storage, an elevator, and free WiFi in public areas. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and a first aid kit. A tour desk is available for guest assistance.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

120 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

110 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Edinburgh 1.2 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 10.3 mi

Dundee (DND) 60.7 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.1 mi

Bus

Bus stop1700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
Luggage storage

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

6 Cambridge Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Map view

6 Cambridge Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.5 mi

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.4 mi

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.7 mi

Landmark

Royal Yacht Britannia

1.3 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.3 mi

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.2 mi

Landmark

Royal Mile

1.3 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.5 mi

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

1.4 mi

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.1 mi

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.4 mi

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.3 mi

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.3 mi

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.2 mi

Monument

Scott Monument

1.3 mi

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.4 mi

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.3 mi

Landmark

Sherlock Holmes Statue

4100 ft

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.3 mi

Church

South Leith Parish Church

2500 ft

Park

Holyrood Park

1.5 mi

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.4 mi

Museum

Edinburgh Printmakers

3300 ft

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.4 mi

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.5 mi

Gallery

Collective Gallery

1.1 mi

Museum

John Knox House

1.4 mi

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.3 mi

Landmark

Princes Street

1.5 mi

Nearby

Church

Pilrig St. Paul's Church

1200 ft

Restaurants

Los Cardos

1300 ft

224 Leith Walk

Best Kebab House

1000 ft

266 Leith Walk

305 Cafe

1400 ft

305 Leith Walk

Word of Mouth Cafe

1700 ft

3A Albert Street

Gaia Delicatessan

1400 ft

32 Crighton Place Leith Walk

Bier Hoose

1300 ft

379 Leith Walk

Hungry Wolf Cafe & Takeaway

1600 ft

16 Lona Street

Cask & Still

1500 ft

180-182 Leith Walk

The Drill Hall Arts Cafe

1900 ft

Dalmeny Street

Coffee Home

1400 ft

28 Crighton Place

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Martyn

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is situated in a good location in a quiet residential area off a main road. The service was friendly and approachable, although some minor issues with the rooms needing a little update and decoration. The dining experience could be improved in terms of variety and pricing but worth the price. The location is convenient, offering free parking nearby, and the staff was accommodating.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although a bit small and needing some updates, were clean and comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and approachable, making the stay pleasant.

Location

8.0

The hotel is nicely located in a quiet residential area off a main road, convenient for various activities.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were slightly overpriced, but the quality was worth the cost.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers decent facilities ensuring a comfortable stay.

United States, December 2023

6.4/10

The hotel had comfortable rooms that were spotless and cleaned daily, although a strong smell of paint was present. Despite getting a little cold, the bedding and towels were always fresh. The service, while accommodating for walking needs, lacked efficiency during check-in. The location was appropriate for the trip, offering a clean and extremely comfortable bed for a good night's sleep. The dining experience was subpar, and guests were advised to consider alternatives nearby. Overall, the stay was decent with a few areas needing improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, but ventilation and the strong paint smell were issues. They were cleaned daily with fresh bedding and towels.

Service

6.0

The service, although accommodating for walking needs, lacked efficiency during the check-in procedure.

Location

8.0

The location was appropriate for my trip, offering a clean and extremely comfortable bed for a good night's sleep.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not worth the value, and it's recommended to explore dining options nearby.

Facilities

6.0

Gareth

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.6/10

The hotel is located in a quiet area, with easy access to the city, and a short walk from restaurants and bars. The rooms were small and showed signs of wear, but the location was convenient. The service was lacking and not very attentive. The dining experience left much to be desired, requiring guests to look for alternatives outside.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were small and showed signs of wear.

Service

5.0

The service was not very attentive.

Location

8.0

Great location with easy access to the city and dining options nearby.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience required guests to look for alternatives outside.