ELDER YORK GUEST HOUSE | Edinburgh ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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38 Elder Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3DX

“The location is ideal, within walking distance to everything amazing in Edinburgh.”view full review

Elder York Guest House - A Grade A Listed Building in Edinburgh's New Town with Full Scottish Breakfast

Located in Edinburgh's historic New Town, this 3-star EDI hotel occupies a Grade A listed building 1640.4 ft from Princes Street. Elder York Guest House features 12 rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom with bath or shower, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee facilities. The dining room serves continental and full Scottish breakfast, with vegetarian options available upon request. Run by proprietors Harry and Shirley Ogilvie, Elder York provides free WiFi throughout and luggage storage for guests. Key landmarks within a 1-mile radius include Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament, and the Botanic Gardens. The property stands adjacent to Edinburgh's main bus station, while the nearest airport is 6.5 miles away.

Pros

Located in the New Town district, surrounded by neoclassical masterpieces and Georgian townhouses

Offers golf concierge service through Ultimate Golf Service for access to courses like St Andrews Old Course

Walking distance to major attractions including Princes Street Gardens and Royal Botanic Gardens

Adjacent to upscale shopping destinations including Jenners Department Store and Harvey Nichols

Cons

Airport is 6.5 miles from the property

Limited room categories available with only 12 rooms total

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Twin Room

2 persons

16 m²

2 Single beds

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Single Room Private External Bathroom

2 persons

10 m²

1 Single bed

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Double Room

2 persons

19 m²

1 Double bed

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Quadruple Room

4 persons

25 m²

2 Single beds

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Edinburgh700 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 13.2 km

Dundee (DND) 96.0 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station500 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast at Elder York Guest House was truly really good. I was greeted each morning with a fantastic selection of cooked options, made to order by Murray's father. The meals were not only delicious but also generous in portion sizes, providing a perfect start to my day exploring the city.” view full review

Comfortable and Clean Rooms

“My room was spacious and impeccably clean, making my stay incredibly comfortable. It had ample space for my luggage, which was a pleasant surprise. The tasteful decor and unique window seats added a charming touch to the overall atmosphere of the room.” view full review

Cozy Accommodations

“The bedrooms at Elder York are well-appointed and quite cozy. I felt right at home with the nice furnishings and the inviting atmosphere. It was an enjoyable haven to retreat to after a long day of sightseeing, and the quiet ambiance made for peaceful nights.” view full review

Well-Functioning Bathrooms

“Despite the historical charm of the building, the bathrooms were perfectly functional and equipped with everything I needed. There was plenty of hot water, and I appreciated how clean and well-maintained the facilities were during my stay.” view full review

General

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

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

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Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

38 Elder Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3DX

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38 Elder Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3DX

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.4 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.4 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.2 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.5 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

940 m

Landmark

Royal Mile

1.1 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

920 m

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.3 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

810 m

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.2 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

950 m

Landmark

Nelson Monument

820 m

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

850 m

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.1 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

1.6 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.1 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.1 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.4 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.5 km

Landmark

Princes Street

880 m

Landmark

Brass Rubbing Centre

940 m

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One

2.2 km

Museum

John Knox House

1.1 km

Museum

The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland

1.1 km

Church

Mercat Cross

790 m

Landmark

Royal Yacht Britannia

3.0 km

Gallery

City Art Centre

830 m

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1.2 km

Nearby

Monument

Scott Monument

590 m

Picardy Place

Sherlock Holmes Statue

360 m

Restaurants

Wetherspoons

100 m

Edinburgh Airport

Burger King

100 m

Fort Kinnaird

Papa johns leith walk

100 m

77A - 79 Leith Walk

Fortitude Coffee Merchants

140 m

3C York Place Midlothian

The Square

170 m

17 North St. Andrew Street and 7 Dublin Street

Cafe Piccante

230 m

19 Broughton Street

Artisan Roast

350 m

57 Broughton Street

Soderberg Bakery Shop

330 m

45 Broughton Street

Snax Cafe

460 m

West Register St

Fed Sandwich Bar

320 m

2A Forth Street

Cafe Rapido

390 m

79 Broughton Street

The Playfair

420 m

Omni Centre Leith Walk

Deli Fresco

460 m

41 Leith Street

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ELDER YORK GUEST HOUSE, Edinburgh

Hotel Details

Elder York Guest House - A Grade A Listed Building in Edinburgh's New Town with Full Scottish Breakfast

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