Hotel Ceilidh-Donia
US$197
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$197
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Hotel Ceilidh-Donia average US$105 in the cheapest month (January) and US$274 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$105 |
| February | US$120 |
| March | US$133 |
| April | US$161 |
| May | US$211 |
| June | US$222 |
| July | US$240 |
| August | US$274 |
| September | US$197 |
| October | US$177 |
| November | US$145 |
| December | US$154 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$274)
Cheapest: January (~US$105)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Dining
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Ceilidh-donia in Edinburgh (Prestonfield), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Royal Mile and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Edinburgh Castle.
What's nearby
Queen's Hall(0.8 Miles)
The Meadows(0.8 Miles)
Holyrood Park(0.8 Miles)
University of Edinburgh(0.9 Miles)
Surgeon's Hall(1.1 Miles)
Arthur's Seat(1.1 Miles)
George Square(1.2 Miles)
Festival Theatre(1.2 Miles)
Potterrow Student Centre(1.3 Miles)
Canongate Kirk(1.4 Miles)
Dynamic Earth(1.4 Miles)
Scottish Parliament(1.5 Miles)
Greyfriar's Bobby(1.5 Miles)
Greyfriars Kirk(1.5 Miles)
MacEwan Hall(1.5 Miles)
The preferred airport for Hotel Ceilidh-donia is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(12.7 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Cycling
Picnic area/Tables
Luggage storage
Location
Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Queen's Hall (0.8 Miles)
The Meadows (0.8 Miles)
Holyrood Park (0.8 Miles)
University of Edinburgh (0.9 Miles)
Surgeon's Hall (1.1 Miles)
Arthur's Seat (1.1 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.3
Superb
Based on 1,180 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
7%
Couple
51%
Family
16%
Group
14%
Solo
9%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Hotel Ceilidh-Donia is described as a cozy, good-value base in a quiet part of Edinburgh, convenient for sightseeing yet away from crowds, fitting both short city visits and longer trips.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews, Hotel Ceilidh-Donia is described as a cozy, good-value base in a quiet part of Edinburgh, convenient for sightseeing yet away from crowds, fitting both short city visits and longer trips.
Service is consistently warm and helpful, with owners frequently offering local tips, flexible check-in, and occasional extras like laundry. Breakfast draws repeated praise for quality, cooked-to-order options, and range for different diets. Rooms are generally comfortable, though the property shows its age in places, with a few reports of intermittent Wi-Fi, minor maintenance issues, and some noise near an entrance-adjacent room. Expect friendly hospitality and a relaxed, value-focused stay.
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Facilities
Facilities appear modest: a small bar is noted, laundry service is available for a fee, and street parking is possible but subject to local restrictions and stairs in this older townhouse.
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10
Anu
14 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great little getaway in Edinburgh and our choice of the hotel was perfect. Quiet residential area with excellent bus connections to city centre and Leith, bus stops are literally around corner. The area itself is nice and peaceful with restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel is an old townhouse with delightful characteristics like a wee bit crooked staircase upstairs. Our room in second floor had views to Arthur's seat. The room was spacious, clean and it had socomfy bed we didn't wnat to get up in the morning. They serve á la carte breakfast which was phenomenal, I had scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on English muffin and it was absolutely delicious! The owners were super friendly, eager to help with everything their guests needed assistance with. Hopefully we will return some day, as a few days in beautiful Edinburgh isn't enough.
We had a great little getaway in Edinburgh and our choice of the hotel was perfect. Quiet residential area with excellent bus connections to city centre and Leith, bus stops are literally around corner. The area itself is nice and peaceful with restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel is an old townhouse with delightful characteristics like a wee bit crooked staircase upstairs. Our room in second floor had views to Arthur's seat. The room was spacious, clean and it had socomfy bed we didn't wnat to get up in the morning. They serve á la carte breakfast which was phenomenal, I had scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on English muffin and it was absolutely delicious! The owners were super friendly, eager to help with everything their guests needed assistance with. Hopefully we will return some day, as a few days in beautiful Edinburgh isn't enough.
8
Arnold
25 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
My initial impression kerbside where underwhelming - in fact I drove past the hotel twice in the dark. However when I checked out I had come to appreciate the care and attention the owners had provided. My room was small but very well equipped. The breakfast was beyond 5 star in service, choice and quality. Other than the weird council restrictions on street parking and the rather precipitous stairs the stay was memorable. Would I return there, yes absolutely. Great service and attention to detail trumps a parking hassle and steep stairs for me.
My initial impression kerbside where underwhelming - in fact I drove past the hotel twice in the dark. However when I checked out I had come to appreciate the care and attention the owners had provided. My room was small but very well equipped. The breakfast was beyond 5 star in service, choice and quality. Other than the weird council restrictions on street parking and the rather precipitous stairs the stay was memorable. Would I return there, yes absolutely. Great service and attention to detail trumps a parking hassle and steep stairs for me.
10
Joseph
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, very easy to find, free weekend street parking right outside the door. Staff were all incredibly friendly, the breakfast was lovely. Bit of a trek from the main town area, but the very regular bus goes from 100m away straight to all the main bits so ideally located.
Lovely room, very easy to find, free weekend street parking right outside the door. Staff were all incredibly friendly, the breakfast was lovely. Bit of a trek from the main town area, but the very regular bus goes from 100m away straight to all the main bits so ideally located.
10
Paula
23 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This metro hotel was one of our best experiences in Scotland. Kevin and Susan, thw owners, do a remarkable job at making you feel welcome and comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional every morning, seeved by Kevin himself, along with laughs a plenty. Susan was happy to do a load of laundry for us (service fee, of course), and she was even kind enough to loan me SuperGlue to make a repair on my travel wallet. The evening staff was wonderful, always helpful and talkative if you wanted to chat. The room (2) was comfortable and spacious, and the shower was amazing. I cannot say enough good things.
This metro hotel was one of our best experiences in Scotland. Kevin and Susan, thw owners, do a remarkable job at making you feel welcome and comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional every morning, seeved by Kevin himself, along with laughs a plenty. Susan was happy to do a load of laundry for us (service fee, of course), and she was even kind enough to loan me SuperGlue to make a repair on my travel wallet. The evening staff was wonderful, always helpful and talkative if you wanted to chat. The room (2) was comfortable and spacious, and the shower was amazing. I cannot say enough good things.
10
Bhargav
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great service and excellent breakfast. Close to the city and accessible with bus. Even provided laundry service for a very reasonable price. Staff were excellent and very helpful.
Great service and excellent breakfast. Close to the city and accessible with bus. Even provided laundry service for a very reasonable price. Staff were excellent and very helpful.
10
Grace
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
As a solo traveler without a car I very much enjoyed my stay. So convenient to public transportation, walkable to Arthur’s Seat. Lovely owners really made me feel welcome. It’s an older property but felt very cozy. I would stay again if I’m ever back in the area.
As a solo traveler without a car I very much enjoyed my stay. So convenient to public transportation, walkable to Arthur’s Seat. Lovely owners really made me feel welcome. It’s an older property but felt very cozy. I would stay again if I’m ever back in the area.
8
Sandeep
28 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Old establishment, but comfortable. The age of the hotel shows - our bathroom door didn’t lock properly. Not a deal breaker. Near city center.
Old establishment, but comfortable. The age of the hotel shows - our bathroom door didn’t lock properly. Not a deal breaker. Near city center.
8
Jacqueline
10 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Really friendly and informative owners. Cosy bar
Really friendly and informative owners. Cosy bar
8
John
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
A very friendly and comfortable family hotel. Great breakfast choices and cheerful service. Plenty of buses into Edinburgh at very low rates. Plenty of places to eat, try the Old Bell Inn if you can get a table. Very close to Arthur's Seat. Packed lunches available if you plan a day out. Overall a very pleasant stay.
A very friendly and comfortable family hotel. Great breakfast choices and cheerful service. Plenty of buses into Edinburgh at very low rates. Plenty of places to eat, try the Old Bell Inn if you can get a table. Very close to Arthur's Seat. Packed lunches available if you plan a day out. Overall a very pleasant stay.
8
Craig
3 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful hosts. Having a bar helped pass our time waiting for taxi. Great choice at breakfast and was delicious. Handy location for buses into town, if you dont do taxi's.
Very helpful hosts. Having a bar helped pass our time waiting for taxi. Great choice at breakfast and was delicious. Handy location for buses into town, if you dont do taxi's.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is frequently praised as spotless and well kept, though one guest reported a dusty, unclean room.
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10
Gordon
13 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
First class hosts, clean and comfortable. Great breakfast, all that was required, would have no hesitation in returning on next Edinburgh visit.
First class hosts, clean and comfortable. Great breakfast, all that was required, would have no hesitation in returning on next Edinburgh visit.
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Clare
24 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were in room 1 and it was very tired and dusty and felt very unclean. Did not stay the second night. Would not recommend
We were in room 1 and it was very tired and dusty and felt very unclean. Did not stay the second night. Would not recommend
10
James
24 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is a little gem, tucked away near the base of Arthur's Seat. We only stayed for one night, but we can honestly say it was a brilliant experience! The staff-member at reception was incredibly friendly (and so was his awesome dog), and he helped us get reacquainted with the ins-and-outs of Edinburgh. The room was clean and meticulously kept, with complimentary tea and biscuits, and bottled water (which was welcome after hours on the train). The cooked vegetarian breakfast was perfect, and we got a chance to meet the owner – he was incredibly friendly and helpful, and he clearly pours a lot of love and care into making sure everybody is taken care of. We will definitely be back in the future, what a great experience! (p.s. when you stay at the hotel and meet that awesome dog, throw the ball, she is deaf and that little ball is her world!)
The hotel is a little gem, tucked away near the base of Arthur's Seat. We only stayed for one night, but we can honestly say it was a brilliant experience! The staff-member at reception was incredibly friendly (and so was his awesome dog), and he helped us get reacquainted with the ins-and-outs of Edinburgh. The room was clean and meticulously kept, with complimentary tea and biscuits, and bottled water (which was welcome after hours on the train). The cooked vegetarian breakfast was perfect, and we got a chance to meet the owner – he was incredibly friendly and helpful, and he clearly pours a lot of love and care into making sure everybody is taken care of. We will definitely be back in the future, what a great experience! (p.s. when you stay at the hotel and meet that awesome dog, throw the ball, she is deaf and that little ball is her world!)
10
Kristina
22 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel. Clean comfortable rooms. Staff were fabulous - so helpful & friendly. Really good breakfast, catered for special diets. Really great stay.
Great hotel. Clean comfortable rooms. Staff were fabulous - so helpful & friendly. Really good breakfast, catered for special diets. Really great stay.
10
Francis
5 Feb 2023
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Excellent small independent hotel. My single room was clean and nice for a short stay. Breakfast was included and was excellent. The proprietors were very helpful and friendly. It's easy to get to Edinburgh city centre by bus from the main road round the corner. Overall an excellent place to stay.
Excellent small independent hotel. My single room was clean and nice for a short stay. Breakfast was included and was excellent. The proprietors were very helpful and friendly. It's easy to get to Edinburgh city centre by bus from the main road round the corner. Overall an excellent place to stay.
10
Peggy
16 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The owners were so nice. The hotel was extremely clean.
The owners were so nice. The hotel was extremely clean.
8
christopher
29 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Welcoming and inviting first stop in Edinburgh. Room was quaint and clean and management was helpful. Tasty Scottish style breakfast.
Welcoming and inviting first stop in Edinburgh. Room was quaint and clean and management was helpful. Tasty Scottish style breakfast.
10
Ciara
21 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really lovely staff and very helpful. The room was spotlessly clean and had everything you could need. Breakfast was lovely too. Thank you again for a great stay!
Really lovely staff and very helpful. The room was spotlessly clean and had everything you could need. Breakfast was lovely too. Thank you again for a great stay!
10
Alison
16 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
How refreshing to stay in a friendly, family run small hotel rather than a faceless chain hotel. We had two adjacent rooms and both were spotlessly clean, and very comfortable. The shower was amazing - could have stayed in there for hours! Both rooms were very quiet with no noise from traffic or anything else. Breakfast was delicious- freshly cooked to order. The owners were lovely people - friendly and helpful. Would most definitely recommend this hotel. Location was good too- with good transport links if you didn’t have a car.
How refreshing to stay in a friendly, family run small hotel rather than a faceless chain hotel. We had two adjacent rooms and both were spotlessly clean, and very comfortable. The shower was amazing - could have stayed in there for hours! Both rooms were very quiet with no noise from traffic or anything else. Breakfast was delicious- freshly cooked to order. The owners were lovely people - friendly and helpful. Would most definitely recommend this hotel. Location was good too- with good transport links if you didn’t have a car.
10
Lori
7 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Charming decor and atmosphere, absolutely spotless, delicious breakfast!
Charming decor and atmosphere, absolutely spotless, delicious breakfast!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, with some spacious layouts and occasional views of Arthur’s Seat; a few guests mentioned intermittent Wi-Fi, minor maintenance issues, or noise near the entrance.
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10
Anu
14 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great little getaway in Edinburgh and our choice of the hotel was perfect. Quiet residential area with excellent bus connections to city centre and Leith, bus stops are literally around corner. The area itself is nice and peaceful with restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel is an old townhouse with delightful characteristics like a wee bit crooked staircase upstairs. Our room in second floor had views to Arthur's seat. The room was spacious, clean and it had socomfy bed we didn't wnat to get up in the morning. They serve á la carte breakfast which was phenomenal, I had scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on English muffin and it was absolutely delicious! The owners were super friendly, eager to help with everything their guests needed assistance with. Hopefully we will return some day, as a few days in beautiful Edinburgh isn't enough.
We had a great little getaway in Edinburgh and our choice of the hotel was perfect. Quiet residential area with excellent bus connections to city centre and Leith, bus stops are literally around corner. The area itself is nice and peaceful with restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel is an old townhouse with delightful characteristics like a wee bit crooked staircase upstairs. Our room in second floor had views to Arthur's seat. The room was spacious, clean and it had socomfy bed we didn't wnat to get up in the morning. They serve á la carte breakfast which was phenomenal, I had scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on English muffin and it was absolutely delicious! The owners were super friendly, eager to help with everything their guests needed assistance with. Hopefully we will return some day, as a few days in beautiful Edinburgh isn't enough.
10
Wenche
29 Jul 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
I have been In Edinburgh many times, but this is the nicest and best hotel I have been In! We slept so well because of good beds and pillows and no noise from outside. The shower was exellent. The breakfast was perfect with many choices. We stayed Five nights, and I hope We can come back another time. The people who works In the hotel is very kind. A lot of buses to city centre around the corner. Only negative was the wifi.
I have been In Edinburgh many times, but this is the nicest and best hotel I have been In! We slept so well because of good beds and pillows and no noise from outside. The shower was exellent. The breakfast was perfect with many choices. We stayed Five nights, and I hope We can come back another time. The people who works In the hotel is very kind. A lot of buses to city centre around the corner. Only negative was the wifi.
10
Robyn
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely quiet rooms and comfortable beds made for a great stay. The hosts and breakfast were superb! Would stay here again.
Lovely quiet rooms and comfortable beds made for a great stay. The hosts and breakfast were superb! Would stay here again.
10
Paula
23 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This metro hotel was one of our best experiences in Scotland. Kevin and Susan, thw owners, do a remarkable job at making you feel welcome and comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional every morning, seeved by Kevin himself, along with laughs a plenty. Susan was happy to do a load of laundry for us (service fee, of course), and she was even kind enough to loan me SuperGlue to make a repair on my travel wallet. The evening staff was wonderful, always helpful and talkative if you wanted to chat. The room (2) was comfortable and spacious, and the shower was amazing. I cannot say enough good things.
This metro hotel was one of our best experiences in Scotland. Kevin and Susan, thw owners, do a remarkable job at making you feel welcome and comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional every morning, seeved by Kevin himself, along with laughs a plenty. Susan was happy to do a load of laundry for us (service fee, of course), and she was even kind enough to loan me SuperGlue to make a repair on my travel wallet. The evening staff was wonderful, always helpful and talkative if you wanted to chat. The room (2) was comfortable and spacious, and the shower was amazing. I cannot say enough good things.
10
Molly G
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel was so quaint and cozy! My room had a beautiful view of Arthur’s seat. The owners and staff were so welcoming and lovely. Great location on a quiet street.The hotel is located 3 minutes from a bus stop and you can get directly to the city center in 15 mins or less. This was nice to get away from the crowds during Fringe and still have access to get around easily. Breakfast and the breakfast bar each morning was great!
This hotel was so quaint and cozy! My room had a beautiful view of Arthur’s seat. The owners and staff were so welcoming and lovely. Great location on a quiet street.The hotel is located 3 minutes from a bus stop and you can get directly to the city center in 15 mins or less. This was nice to get away from the crowds during Fringe and still have access to get around easily. Breakfast and the breakfast bar each morning was great!
10
Andrew
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Set just off the main road that provides access to frequent buses and is quiet. The hotel room and beds were comfortable and bathroom excellent. The breakfast was tasty and the owners welcoming and helpful.
Set just off the main road that provides access to frequent buses and is quiet. The hotel room and beds were comfortable and bathroom excellent. The breakfast was tasty and the owners welcoming and helpful.
8
Sandeep
28 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Old establishment, but comfortable. The age of the hotel shows - our bathroom door didn’t lock properly. Not a deal breaker. Near city center.
Old establishment, but comfortable. The age of the hotel shows - our bathroom door didn’t lock properly. Not a deal breaker. Near city center.
10
Victoria
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and sweet hosts. The room was big and clean. Our room was close to the main entrance which created a lot of noise
Nice and sweet hosts. The room was big and clean. Our room was close to the main entrance which created a lot of noise
10
Mr C
5 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very accommodating and friendly stay with my Son. Good value too as Edinburgh prices seem to have been surging. Only small down side was the Wi-Fi was a bit intermittent.
Very accommodating and friendly stay with my Son. Good value too as Edinburgh prices seem to have been surging. Only small down side was the Wi-Fi was a bit intermittent.
10
Stephen
7 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was spacious, breakfast excellent, great location and staff deserve 6 stars! Thanks for a great stay
Our room was spacious, breakfast excellent, great location and staff deserve 6 stars! Thanks for a great stay
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Service
Service is a standout: warm, welcoming owners provide local tips, smooth check-in (including early or after-hours), and thoughtful help such as restaurant bookings or laundry.
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Anni
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This a fantastic little hotel. I loved my stay there. With the warm welcome from Kevin, who is genuine and very helpful. I would love to come back.
This a fantastic little hotel. I loved my stay there. With the warm welcome from Kevin, who is genuine and very helpful. I would love to come back.
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Elisa
5 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The welcome was outstanding and the gentleman at reception helped us in any way he could. He booked us a restaurant for dinner, gave us plug adapters and umbrellas. The rooms where well equipped and the beds very comfortable. I'll definitely be back next time I am in Edinburgh. Superb value for money.
The welcome was outstanding and the gentleman at reception helped us in any way he could. He booked us a restaurant for dinner, gave us plug adapters and umbrellas. The rooms where well equipped and the beds very comfortable. I'll definitely be back next time I am in Edinburgh. Superb value for money.
10
GEORGE
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great little hotel just south of the main area. Buses a quick walk (2 blocks). Kevin and Susan are great hosts and go out of their way to help. I left something on a bus and Kevin made arrangements to pick it up and send it to me in the US. And the breakfast is also wonderful.
Great little hotel just south of the main area. Buses a quick walk (2 blocks). Kevin and Susan are great hosts and go out of their way to help. I left something on a bus and Kevin made arrangements to pick it up and send it to me in the US. And the breakfast is also wonderful.
10
Stephanie
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Family run hotel, where the owners make you feel so welcome ! We were even allowed to check in early . Breakfast was excellent.We would definitely stay here again .
Family run hotel, where the owners make you feel so welcome ! We were even allowed to check in early . Breakfast was excellent.We would definitely stay here again .
10
Chloe
8 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing, the staff were so friendly and very helpful and the food was amazing!
The room was amazing, the staff were so friendly and very helpful and the food was amazing!
10
Yvonne
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a wonderful place to stay in Edinburgh. We were two weary international travellers who were warmly greeted and allowed to leave our luggage while we went for breakfast and awaited our room being ready. We were very grateful to be allowed to check in earlier than planned. Breakfast was very good. Really wonderful hospitality and accommodation, highly recommend.
Such a wonderful place to stay in Edinburgh. We were two weary international travellers who were warmly greeted and allowed to leave our luggage while we went for breakfast and awaited our room being ready. We were very grateful to be allowed to check in earlier than planned. Breakfast was very good. Really wonderful hospitality and accommodation, highly recommend.
10
Bhargav
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great service and excellent breakfast. Close to the city and accessible with bus. Even provided laundry service for a very reasonable price. Staff were excellent and very helpful.
Great service and excellent breakfast. Close to the city and accessible with bus. Even provided laundry service for a very reasonable price. Staff were excellent and very helpful.
10
Angela
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
very good communication. we checked in after hours and our information was waiting for us! kevin was wonderful!
very good communication. we checked in after hours and our information was waiting for us! kevin was wonderful!
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Kathleen
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff and the food were both exceptional. It is a beautiful, quiet hotel that is very personal and cozy. It is a ways from city center but is close to a bus stop that will get you anywhere you want in the city.
The staff and the food were both exceptional. It is a beautiful, quiet hotel that is very personal and cozy. It is a ways from city center but is close to a bus stop that will get you anywhere you want in the city.
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Angela
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Kelly and Kevin were both very welcoming and helpful and kind and funny. They gave us many helpful tips and their guidance greatly improved our experience. The breakfast was delicious and our room was lovely. We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Ceilidh-donia.
Kelly and Kevin were both very welcoming and helpful and kind and funny. They gave us many helpful tips and their guidance greatly improved our experience. The breakfast was delicious and our room was lovely. We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Ceilidh-donia.
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Location
Quiet residential setting near Arthur’s Seat with very frequent buses; around 15–20 minutes by bus or a walk to the city centre. Many liked being away from the crowds yet well connected.
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Anne
25 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place in quiet neighbourhood but still close to the centre and lots of buses! Kevin and the family and staff are humourous and helpful, and we would really recommend the place regardless of travel type or situation.
Lovely place in quiet neighbourhood but still close to the centre and lots of buses! Kevin and the family and staff are humourous and helpful, and we would really recommend the place regardless of travel type or situation.
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Gerard
26 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very pleasant stay. Nice room and very good breakfast. Very friendly owners. Good location within walking distance of Old Town or very good bus service. Plenty of bars and restaurants close to hotel
Very pleasant stay. Nice room and very good breakfast. Very friendly owners. Good location within walking distance of Old Town or very good bus service. Plenty of bars and restaurants close to hotel
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Joseph
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, very easy to find, free weekend street parking right outside the door. Staff were all incredibly friendly, the breakfast was lovely. Bit of a trek from the main town area, but the very regular bus goes from 100m away straight to all the main bits so ideally located.
Lovely room, very easy to find, free weekend street parking right outside the door. Staff were all incredibly friendly, the breakfast was lovely. Bit of a trek from the main town area, but the very regular bus goes from 100m away straight to all the main bits so ideally located.
10
Martin
26 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little hotel - super friendly staff and good value. 15 min bus ride to the city centre.
Great little hotel - super friendly staff and good value. 15 min bus ride to the city centre.
10
Grace
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
As a solo traveler without a car I very much enjoyed my stay. So convenient to public transportation, walkable to Arthur’s Seat. Lovely owners really made me feel welcome. It’s an older property but felt very cozy. I would stay again if I’m ever back in the area.
As a solo traveler without a car I very much enjoyed my stay. So convenient to public transportation, walkable to Arthur’s Seat. Lovely owners really made me feel welcome. It’s an older property but felt very cozy. I would stay again if I’m ever back in the area.
10
Philip
26 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great experience for 3 night stay. Hotel lovely and Hosts excellent. Great breakfast choice and plenty for everyone. Ideal location for visiting Edinburgh. Would highly recommend.
Great experience for 3 night stay. Hotel lovely and Hosts excellent. Great breakfast choice and plenty for everyone. Ideal location for visiting Edinburgh. Would highly recommend.
10
Molly G
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel was so quaint and cozy! My room had a beautiful view of Arthur’s seat. The owners and staff were so welcoming and lovely. Great location on a quiet street.The hotel is located 3 minutes from a bus stop and you can get directly to the city center in 15 mins or less. This was nice to get away from the crowds during Fringe and still have access to get around easily. Breakfast and the breakfast bar each morning was great!
This hotel was so quaint and cozy! My room had a beautiful view of Arthur’s seat. The owners and staff were so welcoming and lovely. Great location on a quiet street.The hotel is located 3 minutes from a bus stop and you can get directly to the city center in 15 mins or less. This was nice to get away from the crowds during Fringe and still have access to get around easily. Breakfast and the breakfast bar each morning was great!
10
Andrew
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Set just off the main road that provides access to frequent buses and is quiet. The hotel room and beds were comfortable and bathroom excellent. The breakfast was tasty and the owners welcoming and helpful.
Set just off the main road that provides access to frequent buses and is quiet. The hotel room and beds were comfortable and bathroom excellent. The breakfast was tasty and the owners welcoming and helpful.
10
Kathleen
3 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff and the food were both exceptional. It is a beautiful, quiet hotel that is very personal and cozy. It is a ways from city center but is close to a bus stop that will get you anywhere you want in the city.
The staff and the food were both exceptional. It is a beautiful, quiet hotel that is very personal and cozy. It is a ways from city center but is close to a bus stop that will get you anywhere you want in the city.
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Marta Kinn
7 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing place to stay! Just a 20 min walk from the city center and we loved the location. Extraordinary service and a very cozy and personal hotel to stay at. Would recommend.
Amazing place to stay! Just a 20 min walk from the city center and we loved the location. Extraordinary service and a very cozy and personal hotel to stay at. Would recommend.
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Dining
Breakfast is repeatedly praised for quality, cooked-to-order dishes, variety, and options for dietary needs; overall food experiences are very positive.
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Carol
20 Feb 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Amazing breakfast and comfortable stay .
Amazing breakfast and comfortable stay .
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Dorothy
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely single room with good size ensuite bathroom. Powerful shower. Excellent breakfast in the morning.
Lovely single room with good size ensuite bathroom. Powerful shower. Excellent breakfast in the morning.
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Anu
14 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great little getaway in Edinburgh and our choice of the hotel was perfect. Quiet residential area with excellent bus connections to city centre and Leith, bus stops are literally around corner. The area itself is nice and peaceful with restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel is an old townhouse with delightful characteristics like a wee bit crooked staircase upstairs. Our room in second floor had views to Arthur's seat. The room was spacious, clean and it had socomfy bed we didn't wnat to get up in the morning. They serve á la carte breakfast which was phenomenal, I had scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on English muffin and it was absolutely delicious! The owners were super friendly, eager to help with everything their guests needed assistance with. Hopefully we will return some day, as a few days in beautiful Edinburgh isn't enough.
We had a great little getaway in Edinburgh and our choice of the hotel was perfect. Quiet residential area with excellent bus connections to city centre and Leith, bus stops are literally around corner. The area itself is nice and peaceful with restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The hotel is an old townhouse with delightful characteristics like a wee bit crooked staircase upstairs. Our room in second floor had views to Arthur's seat. The room was spacious, clean and it had socomfy bed we didn't wnat to get up in the morning. They serve á la carte breakfast which was phenomenal, I had scrambled eggs and Scottish smoked salmon on English muffin and it was absolutely delicious! The owners were super friendly, eager to help with everything their guests needed assistance with. Hopefully we will return some day, as a few days in beautiful Edinburgh isn't enough.
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Robyn
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely quiet rooms and comfortable beds made for a great stay. The hosts and breakfast were superb! Would stay here again.
Lovely quiet rooms and comfortable beds made for a great stay. The hosts and breakfast were superb! Would stay here again.
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Kristina
22 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel. Clean comfortable rooms. Staff were fabulous - so helpful & friendly. Really good breakfast, catered for special diets. Really great stay.
Great hotel. Clean comfortable rooms. Staff were fabulous - so helpful & friendly. Really good breakfast, catered for special diets. Really great stay.
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Wilsy
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
From the moment we walked in the staff was so welcoming and accommodating. Any questions we had they were ready to answer and any issues we had they were available to help. The breakfast was phenomenal, it was legit like a restaurant with full service not your typical continental breakfast. I would definitely go back!
From the moment we walked in the staff was so welcoming and accommodating. Any questions we had they were ready to answer and any issues we had they were available to help. The breakfast was phenomenal, it was legit like a restaurant with full service not your typical continental breakfast. I would definitely go back!
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Bhargav
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great service and excellent breakfast. Close to the city and accessible with bus. Even provided laundry service for a very reasonable price. Staff were excellent and very helpful.
Great service and excellent breakfast. Close to the city and accessible with bus. Even provided laundry service for a very reasonable price. Staff were excellent and very helpful.
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Alexa
27 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our stay at the Ceilidh-donia, very friendly, great breakfast and good transport links to the centre.
We enjoyed our stay at the Ceilidh-donia, very friendly, great breakfast and good transport links to the centre.
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James
28 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service! It felt like meeting new friends. The business is family-owned and operated, adding a warm, personal touch. Their service is extremely awesome with complimentary Ala carte hot breakfast and buffet continental breakfast. We would come back again to visit them and for family stay. Thank you for the great service! One of the memorable day we had in Scotland was staying in your place.
Excellent service! It felt like meeting new friends. The business is family-owned and operated, adding a warm, personal touch. Their service is extremely awesome with complimentary Ala carte hot breakfast and buffet continental breakfast. We would come back again to visit them and for family stay. Thank you for the great service! One of the memorable day we had in Scotland was staying in your place.
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Gabriel
14 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel and staff! Also breakfast was excellent ❤️
Great hotel and staff! Also breakfast was excellent ❤️
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Joyce
3 Aug 2026
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Stayed 19 nights
We had a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the breakfast which was one of the best we have ever had - from made to order options like a full Scottish breakfast to eggs benedict to porridge and pastries, yoghurt and fruit. A nice way to start off our day. Good location near public transportation and several nice restaurants within walking distance including the Prestonfield golf course restaurant with a lovely view of Arthur's seat. Well maintained and very welcoming with very helpful staff and owners Kevin and Susan. We loved the peace, quiet, comfy beds and Victorian charm that awaited us when we returned from a busy day. There are 2 rooms on the main floor with the others up stairs. We would recommend this hotel and if we return to Edinburgh would certainly stay here again.
We had a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the breakfast which was one of the best we have ever had - from made to order options like a full Scottish breakfast to eggs benedict to porridge and pastries, yoghurt and fruit. A nice way to start off our day. Good location near public transportation and several nice restaurants within walking distance including the Prestonfield golf course restaurant with a lovely view of Arthur's seat. Well maintained and very welcoming with very helpful staff and owners Kevin and Susan. We loved the peace, quiet, comfy beds and Victorian charm that awaited us when we returned from a busy day. There are 2 rooms on the main floor with the others up stairs. We would recommend this hotel and if we return to Edinburgh would certainly stay here again.
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Clara
16 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The best stay I have had in a while! Such a cute spot with incredible breakfast!
The best stay I have had in a while! Such a cute spot with incredible breakfast!
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Adele
14 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfortable room, nice breakfast, friendly and helpful staff.
Comfortable room, nice breakfast, friendly and helpful staff.
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Elin
10 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were pleasant and helpful.
The staff were pleasant and helpful.
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Robert
5 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
I didn't need either of those categories but I understand they are available, the hotel is clean and the staff are lovely and helpful, the breakfast menu is extensive and very tasty, with something for everyone, I cannot fault my stay in any area and would willingly return.
I didn't need either of those categories but I understand they are available, the hotel is clean and the staff are lovely and helpful, the breakfast menu is extensive and very tasty, with something for everyone, I cannot fault my stay in any area and would willingly return.
FAQs about Hotel Ceilidh-Donia
Is parking available at the hotel?
Parking is available at the property. Details regarding the type of parking (private/public, on-site/off-site, covered/uncovered) and any associated costs are not specified.
What type of breakfast is offered?
Breakfast is available and is described as delicious. Specific details about the type (continental, buffet, etc.), serving hours, and associated costs are not provided.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 22:00, and check-out is at 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The property includes features that support accessibility for guests with disabilities, such as step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about elevators and bathroom accessibility are not mentioned.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is situated in the Prestonfield area of Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of the Royal Mile and the University of Edinburgh. It is approximately 1.8 miles from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, with several other attractions nearby.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. Specific details regarding the minimum age for children to stay for free are not provided.
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- 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
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