Standard Shared Bathroom Single Room
- 1 Single bed
Guest house · Edinburgh · Edinburgh
Alexander Guest House
A 4-star guest house with nine rooms in old Edinburgh, offering a garden view, free parking, and a quiet residential setting.
- Free on-site parking
- Garden views from selected rooms
- Express check-in/check-out
7.8
Very good
1900 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 1900 reviews
About
Alexander Guest House
Alexander Guest House is a 4-star property located at 35 Mayfield Gardens in the old part of Edinburgh. With only nine rooms, it offers an intimate, low-key atmosphere that suits travellers looking for a calm base.
The guest house is set in a Victorian building with a garden area, and guests can make use of free Wi-Fi in public areas, luggage storage, and a shared lounge with TV. Parking is available on site, and a range of room types — from single to family and deluxe options — cover different group sizes.
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- Quiet and peaceful setting — Guests describe the hotel as peaceful and quiet, set in a residential area.
- Comfortable rooms — Rooms are praised for good size, comfortable beds, and being well-equipped with heating, kettles, and irons.
- Friendly and efficient service — Staff are described as excellent and friendly, and check-in is quick.
- On-site parking — Guests can leave their car on-site, and street parking is also available nearby.
- Garden views — Rooms, especially family and deluxe options, overlook the garden, and one guest called the view 'astonishing'.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Facilities score is low — The facilities category rated just 5.7, and comfort scored 6.6, suggesting basic amenities.
- No pets allowed — The hotel does not accept pets, which may be a limitation for some guests.
- Check-out is early — Guests must check out by 10:00, which may feel rushed for late risers.
- Limited number of rooms — With only nine rooms, availability may be tight, especially during busy periods.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Shared Bathroom Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
Family Room
- 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed,2 Single beds,4 Single beds
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Deluxe Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
In-room
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
Shared areas
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Family
- Cots
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 1,900 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 1900 reviews
7.8Verified guest“Everything about this peaceful hotel was perfect. The rooms were a good size with a comfortable bed. Service was good, including a very quick check-in. You could leave a car on-site. The whole experience was fairly nice.”
7.8Verified guest“The bed was extremely comfortable. Having a sink in my room was a nice touch, as it let me freshen up quickly.”
7.8Verified guest“The staff were excellent and friendly.”
7.8Verified guest“The room was bright and came with an electric kettle, central heating, and an iron.”
7.8Verified guest“A peaceful and quiet place with excellent staff and a magnificent location. Street parking in a residential area was easy to find. A generous and great breakfast with lots of food and beverages. The room was heated and had an astonishing view over the garden, with Victorian decor.”
04 — Location
Getting around Edinburgh
The property sits in Edinburgh.
Location: Located at 35 Mayfield Gardens in the old part of Edinburgh, the guest house is in a residential area with street parking.
35, Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH9 2BX, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 14 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 10:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, on-site parking is available. Guests have also mentioned finding street parking in the residential area.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at the guest house.
Do rooms have garden views?
Family and deluxe double rooms include garden views, as noted in the room amenities.
Is breakfast included?
The input does not specify whether breakfast is included, but one review mentions a 'generous and great breakfast'.
The bottom line
Alexander Guest House suits travellers who value a quiet, garden-facing stay with parking and a friendly welcome — just be ready for early check-out and simple facilities.
7.8A calm, small-scale guest house in old Edinburgh.
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