What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The guest house is located in Tollcross, Edinburgh, within a 5-minute drive of Grassmarket and Murrayfield Stadium. It is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Royal Mile. The Meadows is just 0.8 km (0.5 mi) away.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.

Menzies Guest House Edinburgh - Comfortable Stay

Average nightly price at Menzies Guest House by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$94
February	US$91
March	US$73
April	US$94
May	US$182
June	US$156
July	US$146
August	US$223
September	US$169
October	US$141
November	US$99
December	US$124

What guests think

Across the reviews, Menzies Guest House is praised for friendly, accommodating hosts, generally clean, comfortable rooms, and a quiet neighborhood location that is walkable to the centre and well served by buses and trams.

Rooms range from spacious to tight, with several noting very small or shared bathrooms, occasional dated fittings or minor faults, and a few comments about stuffy air. Access involves steep, narrow staircases to higher floors, which some found challenging with luggage. Breakfast is inconsistent across reviews, with some receiving continental trays delivered to rooms and others finding it not included or unavailable, though cafés are nearby. Overall, expect a simple, no-frills stay anchored by helpful hosts and a convenient, quiet location.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, and upper floors are reached via steep, narrow staircases that can be challenging with luggage. A few comments note limited in-room amenities.

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10

Andrew

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One night just staying over after a event, so only basically slept in room, had a sink plenty of space and seating, but had shared bathroom and separate shared shower.

10

Cassandra

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The owner communicated and checked in on us of when we were coming. Was at the door waiting for us and assisted on where we were staying. Make sure if you are staying here to get an on suite restroom if you do not want to share restrooms with anyone else. Will stay there again when we come back to visit.

8

Dana

20 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Bathroom was very small, hairdryer didn't work, coffee/tea was on the floor. Very quiet neighborhood, walking distance to lots of stores. Restaurants, sites.

6

Noemi

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean. But no shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, wash cloth & microwave. No vending machine nor any water bottle when needed. Shower is either hot or very cold. Too expensive.

10

Maggie

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a lovely building!

6

larry

29 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was on 3rd floor, up 40 steps, half of them narrow and winding. Bathroom was very small. Clean, a little worn, soft bed.

10

Kirsty

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A nice simple guesthouse to stay in Edinburgh that is close to good amenities that are walkable and close to bus routes. Friendly owner who went out of his way to allow us an earlier check in as we needed a jet lag nap and our flight had been changed.

8

Anneli

25 Aug 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely stay in Edinburgh. But we had the impression that breakfast was included (wasn't). But we could borrow a mini fridge to store our own breakfast when going away too early to eat out. Small charming house with alot of stairs (good exercise). Service minded staff. Little bit longer from Castle and other areas than expected.

8

Robin

25 Dec 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

The owners of Menzies are very, very nice. Greeted us at the door and helped us carry our luggage up the very narrow, steep stairs. Location is pretty good. Lots of great neighborhood restaurants and shops. Very quiet and it felt quite safe. Close to the bus lines and easy to take a bus to the old town/castle area as well as Waverely Station. Negatives: The bathrooms and bedrooms are small. Shower was really small. We had a bedroom with 3 beds and it was a bit tight. Would stay again!

6

Chris

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

If you’re just looking for a bed. This is a great place. If you want any space or amenities like a bathroom in your room or anything besides a twin bed then look somewhere else. Plus there is NO parking provided for this place despite what is said in the listing.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are generally clean, with several guests praising cleanliness. Some mention dated or worn items and occasional housekeeping issues such as unchanged towels.

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10

Saida

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very nice and the room was cleane

10

Sally

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The beds in this guest house were amazing it was clean and very friendly. Cant say anything bad bwell worth a stay

10

Heather

23 May 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

It was clean and comfortable and suitable for my needs.

10

Shama

29 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the vibe, very nice host , friendly. However didnt like the worn bed spreads And the fact that the cleaner came in while we were out and threw away our empty little scotch bottle collection on the mantlepiece which we were planning to keep as momentoes, was very peeved at this.

10

Sezai

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Perfect location, perfect staff…clean environment, very close bus stops and tram stops. Union canal very near and perfect to walk alongside.

6

Mark

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed for three nights ......same towels ....

10

Andrew

26 Dec 2021

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Stayed 2 nights

Good clean hotel continental breakfast delivered to your door the hotel is in walking distance to the centre of Edinburgh

6

Anita

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Area was lovely and quiet and walkable from city centre, noticed a few features of the room broken/missing and a little outdated, however it served its purpose for our trip

6

larry

29 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was on 3rd floor, up 40 steps, half of them narrow and winding. Bathroom was very small. Clean, a little worn, soft bed.

10

Marc

18 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean. Owner was friendly and helpful.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable but vary in size; several note very small or shared bathrooms, and some tight layouts. A few report dated decor, minor faults, or stuffy air.

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Joseph

14 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a SHARED house. You will SHARE the bathroom and shower with other guests

10

Sally

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The beds in this guest house were amazing it was clean and very friendly. Cant say anything bad bwell worth a stay

10

Andrew

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One night just staying over after a event, so only basically slept in room, had a sink plenty of space and seating, but had shared bathroom and separate shared shower.

8

Dana

20 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Bathroom was very small, hairdryer didn't work, coffee/tea was on the floor. Very quiet neighborhood, walking distance to lots of stores. Restaurants, sites.

6

Anita

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Area was lovely and quiet and walkable from city centre, noticed a few features of the room broken/missing and a little outdated, however it served its purpose for our trip

6

larry

29 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was on 3rd floor, up 40 steps, half of them narrow and winding. Bathroom was very small. Clean, a little worn, soft bed.

10

Juanita

2 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Menzie's is a great place to stay. The room we had was comfortable and reasonably priced.

10

Gregory

24 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was great but was a bit stuffy- no moving air.

10

Sophie

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at Menzie's was everything we wished for: nice and big rooms with all you need, good location (lots to explore around, but also good access to bus stations) and all of that for a very reasonable price. We really enjoyed our stay.

6

Chris

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

If you’re just looking for a bed. This is a great place. If you want any space or amenities like a bathroom in your room or anything besides a twin bed then look somewhere else. Plus there is NO parking provided for this place despite what is said in the listing.

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Service

Hosts are consistently friendly and helpful, assisting with early check-in, luggage, and local tips. One guest reported a housekeeping misstep.

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10

Saida

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very nice and the room was cleane

8

Subhash

3 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was helpful and accommodating in storing our luggage and allowing us in earlier as we had early flight. The shared washroom was not a bother as there is also a washbasin inside the room.

10

Isabelle

12 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I had a lovely stay. Comfortable, clean room and friendly, helpful host!

10

Farhana

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing experience. The owner was great, loved the location, cozy bedroom. Very happy.

10

Shama

29 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the vibe, very nice host , friendly. However didnt like the worn bed spreads And the fact that the cleaner came in while we were out and threw away our empty little scotch bottle collection on the mantlepiece which we were planning to keep as momentoes, was very peeved at this.

10

Sezai

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Perfect location, perfect staff…clean environment, very close bus stops and tram stops. Union canal very near and perfect to walk alongside.

10

John

4 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous place!! Super nice host!! On a scale 1 to 10 we would give it 1,000,000.

10

Kirsty

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A nice simple guesthouse to stay in Edinburgh that is close to good amenities that are walkable and close to bus routes. Friendly owner who went out of his way to allow us an earlier check in as we needed a jet lag nap and our flight had been changed.

10

James

27 Mar 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed staying here owner was very kind brought breakfast to my room the place was very clean and nice location to the shops thank you very much.

8

Robin

25 Dec 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

The owners of Menzies are very, very nice. Greeted us at the door and helped us carry our luggage up the very narrow, steep stairs. Location is pretty good. Lots of great neighborhood restaurants and shops. Very quiet and it felt quite safe. Close to the bus lines and easy to take a bus to the old town/castle area as well as Waverely Station. Negatives: The bathrooms and bedrooms are small. Shower was really small. We had a bedroom with 3 beds and it was a bit tight. Would stay again!

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Location

Quiet neighborhood within a 10–15 minute walk of central sights and close to bus and tram links, with shops and eateries nearby. A few found it farther or directions confusing.

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10

Farhana

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing experience. The owner was great, loved the location, cozy bedroom. Very happy.

10

David

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very comfortable and convenient to buses and trams

10

Sezai

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Perfect location, perfect staff…clean environment, very close bus stops and tram stops. Union canal very near and perfect to walk alongside.

8

Vincent

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The guest house is a 15 minute walk from the town centre. It’s in a good area with local amenities. Cosy place.

6

Anita

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Area was lovely and quiet and walkable from city centre, noticed a few features of the room broken/missing and a little outdated, however it served its purpose for our trip

8

Grant

29 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location

8

Kerem

2 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Owner is quite nice and helpful. The area is a bit far from the old town but many buses around so not a big issue

8

Vincent

21 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was fine, although somewhat confusing in terms of directions, even with direct 'Google guidance', given the zig-zag routing to & from, and being farther away from the local public transportation than I anticipated. However, for certain areas, bus transit was closer, and worked out fine. And, areas for dining were within walking distance.

10

Stephen Ernest Alex

25 Jun 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent place to stay quiet neighbourhood Lots of entertainment, restaurants, and shopping close by. Ten minute walk to old town.

8

Robin

25 Dec 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

The owners of Menzies are very, very nice. Greeted us at the door and helped us carry our luggage up the very narrow, steep stairs. Location is pretty good. Lots of great neighborhood restaurants and shops. Very quiet and it felt quite safe. Close to the bus lines and easy to take a bus to the old town/castle area as well as Waverely Station. Negatives: The bathrooms and bedrooms are small. Shower was really small. We had a bedroom with 3 beds and it was a bit tight. Would stay again!

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Dining

Reports on breakfast are mixed: some received continental trays delivered to the room, while others found breakfast not included or unavailable. Cafés and breakfast spots are within a short walk.

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8

Mikkel

25 Jan 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had everything we needed with beds and a toilet for 6 people, but was cold at night when it’s cold outside. The host was very kind and welcoming. The continental breakfast was fine and served individually to each room.

10

Julia

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice place didn’t get a breakfast

8

Annika

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very friendly and helpful. Easy to get to downtown. Plenty of breakfast places within 5 min walk.

8

Dana

20 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Bathroom was very small, hairdryer didn't work, coffee/tea was on the floor. Very quiet neighborhood, walking distance to lots of stores. Restaurants, sites.

10

Andrew

26 Dec 2021

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Stayed 2 nights

Good clean hotel continental breakfast delivered to your door the hotel is in walking distance to the centre of Edinburgh

10

James

27 Mar 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed staying here owner was very kind brought breakfast to my room the place was very clean and nice location to the shops thank you very much.

8

Vincent

21 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was fine, although somewhat confusing in terms of directions, even with direct 'Google guidance', given the zig-zag routing to & from, and being farther away from the local public transportation than I anticipated. However, for certain areas, bus transit was closer, and worked out fine. And, areas for dining were within walking distance.

10

Stephen Ernest Alex

25 Jun 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent place to stay quiet neighbourhood Lots of entertainment, restaurants, and shopping close by. Ten minute walk to old town.

8

Anneli

25 Aug 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely stay in Edinburgh. But we had the impression that breakfast was included (wasn't). But we could borrow a mini fridge to store our own breakfast when going away too early to eat out. Small charming house with alot of stairs (good exercise). Service minded staff. Little bit longer from Castle and other areas than expected.

10

Paul

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great, friendly hosts, lovely farm setting, immaculate rooms, excellent food

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Menzies Guest House

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Suite, Ensuite (1 Double & 2 Single Beds)

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