LYNCLIFF B&B, Edinburgh

Lyncliff B&B - A 2-star EDI hotel at Calton Hill's foot with Scottish breakfast and free Wi-Fi

Located at the foot of Calton Hill, this family-run EDI hotel features 9 rooms with Freeview TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and hand wash basins. The Lyncliff B&B provides shared bathroom facilities, free Wi-Fi throughout, and serves full Scottish breakfasts from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, including freshly cooked items, cereals, and fruits. Each room includes remote-controlled electric heating and can be configured as twin or triple setups. Children under 2 stay free when sharing parents' bed, with cots available for £15 per stay. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and window guards. The property stands less than 10 minutes' walk from Waverley Rail Station and St Andrew Square Bus Station, offering direct connections to Glasgow and London. The Playhouse Theatre is 2 minutes away on foot, while The Omni Centre and Princes Street are within a 10-minute walk.

Pros

Walking distance to six major landmarks including Edinburgh Castle and Scott Monument

Surrounded by eight restaurants within 0.3 miles, including The Jolly Restaurant and Kahani Indian

Garden area available for guests

Free street parking from 18:00 Friday to 08:00 Monday

Cons

Bathrooms are shared between guests

Limited breakfast serving time (8:00-9:00 AM only)