Title: The Alba House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Alba House Guesthouse with free parking, near Royal Mile ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9790300/9790291/08f620b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9790300/9790291/727c1899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9790300/9790291/62a75283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9790300/9790291/387fe790.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room, Ensuite (superior double) | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9790300/9790291/96a9c2c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Alba House provides a convenient retreat just steps from the University of Edinburgh. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Alba-House.h9790291.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Alba-House.h9790291.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.92836%2C-3.16823&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sRw7sPvKJJZJ08O51cwGRwFRpaY=) 29 Craigmillar Park, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5PE #### What's nearby - University of Edinburgh - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 3.1 km - Grassmarket - 5 min drive - 3.1 km - Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 3.4 km - Princes Street - 6 min drive - 3.7 km #### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive - Newcraighall Station - 9 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬6 min walk - ‪Haldi - ‬5 min walk - ‪Dehli Diner - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬17 min walk ## About this property ### The Alba House Guesthouse near University of Edinburgh Located close to Grassmarket, The Alba House has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Alba House Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 67 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a lovely hotel. There is parking on site and Abus stop outside which runs directly into the centre of Edinburgh (about 10-15 minutes by bus) My room was spacious and beautifully furnished, ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ralph May 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cath is a wonderful hostess, providing a warm environment and excellent guidance in how to enjoy our stay. ##### Ralph Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dale Aug 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Superb Hosts The Alba was superb. Cath was a perfect host: accommodating, cheerful, personable, informative, and always helpful with questions or arrangements. ##### Dale Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela Oct 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely rooms, fantastic host The Alba House is such a lovely house! I really loved the architecture and original details of the property. The room was very comfortable, the bed very soft, and clean. The bathroom had great water pressure and plenty of hot water, and a nice towel warmer. Our host was extremely welcoming and nice, she gave us great directions and tips for getting around the city! Breakfast was the same each morning, but it was more than enough to fill up and it was really good, fresh food. We loved our stay and are already planning a trip back! ##### Angela Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Dawn Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I was travelling with my daughter and we stopped here for 2 nights. The hotel was fantastic. A wonderful big bedroom with free parking outside the hotel. ##### Dawn Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Duncan Jun 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Really nice clean place. 20 min frequent bus ride into the centre. Any restaurant, cafe or pub are all quite a walk away. ##### Duncan Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marian May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a lovely stay here. Traveling as a solo senior and felt very safe and welcome. Easy bus access out front and close to train station. ##### Marian Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is an amazing Bed and Breakfast, with an even more amazing host, Cath. What gracious people and that were so accommodating towards international travelers. We were provided with everything we could possibly need, if we ever come back to Edinburgh, Scotland, we know where we will be staying! ##### Amy Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna Mar 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I recently had the pleasure of staying 3 nights at this charming B&B, conveniently nestled in a prime location with easy access to public transportation and the heart of Edinburgh. Despite the owner, Cathy, being away on vacation, her warmth was matched by the hospitality of her daughter, Erin, and son-in-law, Jamie, who were exceptional hosts during my stay. The accommodations were top-notch: from the comfortable bed ensuring restful nights to the modern bathroom equipped with strong water pressure - every detail contributed to a seamless and enjoyable experience. Breakfast each morning was a highlight; a hearty offering complemented by a delicious fruit platter, with the option of both tea and coffee catering to all preferences. On my final day, Cathy made a special effort to greet me, embodying the gracious hospitality that seemed to run in the family. This B&B is a gem for anyone visiting Edinburgh, providing not just a stay but an experience to remember. I am already looking forward to my next visit. Highly recommended for an unforgettable stay in Edinburgh. ##### Anna Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan Sep 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The communal areas and our room were lovely - beautifully decorated and very well maintained. Breakfast was great ( not a cooked breakfast but perfect for us) - including fresh fruit and pastries. The fan in bedroom was very welcome as it was so warm. The only thing missing was a shower cubicle ( we had a bath and shower attachment which was fine ) - but I can see that would be hard to fit in as we were in an ‘attic’ room with low sloping ceilings. ##### Susan Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely stay at the Alba House. The room was lovely, the house was great, and the people were wonderful. Breakfast was excellent as well. ##### John ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Aug 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely stay at the Alba House. Easy arrival, nice breakfast, great staff. So convenient to hop on the bus going downtown from in front of the hotel. Would definitely stay there again. ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The rooms were lovely. Though on a busy road we had rooms at the back which were quite quiet. Breakfast was lovely ##### Alison Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas Mar 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely B&B with a fantastic, attentive owner Booked based on reviews and were not disappointed. Although this was at the start of the Coronavirus in UK, the B&B staff were putting distancing and hygene into place with individual orange juice, cakes etc and lots of soap etc. Owner was very friendly and attentive, and a great guide to Edinburgh and the area. Room was big and comfy and the only downside, which I wont mark down for was we were in Room 7 which is on the front of the building which is on a fairly busy street. the old building had original sash windows and they didnt do anything to cancel out the noise from the street. Other than that everything about the B&B was excellent and I would recommend booking if you are thinking about visiting Scotland's capital city. all the best, Tam & Sharon ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really liked the Victorian property so beautifully decorated. Also simply lovely decorations for Christmas. Really made the house feel like a home. However, the noise of the constant traffic disturbed us in our front of house room. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry, Los Angeles, CA Sep 21, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Kath, the hostess, was lovely. She is warm, cordial, and made us feel right at home. She also provided excellent advice about the buses (very convenient from this location!) and timing our visit to various venues (e.g., get to Edinburgh Castle first thing). The bed is amazingly comfortable (we slept very soundly). The breakfast room was roomy and comfortable and the food was excellent -- a beautiful array of both "cold" and "warm" (to order) items. The location is really great and there is an Aldi near by if you need anything. ##### Jerry Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A charming traditional hotel . A wonderful breakfast with lots of fresh fruits . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel May 19, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### I’d stay here again Nice location, right on the bus route to/from Edinburgh. Gracious and helpful host. En-suite was modern though the home is Victorian. ##### Daniel Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin May 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Scotland vacation Large comfortable rooms. Great breakfast and Cath was so accommodating. Talked us through the bus route and told us where the good pubs were. Thanks. ##### Kevin Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### isabelle Apr 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Très bien très accueillant personnel très disponible ##### isabelle Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob, Pennsylvania Oct 24, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely house and helpful staff. Easy location to access dights ##### Rob Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Oct 2, 2018 Liked: Staff & service #### Not ideal for places to go in evening. Location not ideal for walking to any restaurant or pub. Nothing nearby. Found the rooms rather old fashioned and a bit run down (mould on bathroom ceiling where a leak had obviously occurred) albeit clean. I am a bit OCD about things being hung straight and the tv was attached to the wall crooked which drove me nuts! Could be so much more with a little tlc and attention to detail, like putting local recommendations in the rooms and better toiletries because at £150 a night, it’s not cheap! However landlady was very charming, welcoming and helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa Sep 21, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful My son and I stayed at Alba House for a month. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend. Cath and her family are great people. I also loved Rocky, Zelda and Maisy. Cath can tell you anything you need to know about Scotland. I so enjoyed getting to know her during our stay. She is a lovely human being and works very hard. Her place is charming, clean and comfortable. We stayed on the third floor and the one picture is out of the sky light window in the bathroom. The only thing I would say is don't pick the third floor if you don't like climbing stairs. 😁 I just thought of it as burning calories. ##### Teresa Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas Aug 29, 2018 #### Schönes Bed and Breakfast Es handelt sich um ein sehr schönes Bed and Breakfast mit gut eingerichtetem Zimmer und reichhaltigem Fühstück. Die Besitzerin ist sehr freundlich. Hervorzuheben ist die verkehrsgünstige Lage. Mit mehreren Buslinien vor dem Haus ist man schnell in der Innenstadt. Auch der Flughafenbus 300 hält in unmittelbarer Nähe. ##### Andreas Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 7, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Our experience was excellent! 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