Elder York Guest House occupies a second floor of a listed building on Elder Street, in the New Town, about a 5-minute walk from Waverley station. It serves a full Scottish or continental breakfast, with a vegetarian option.
Location and getting around
Princes Street and Waverley are about a 5-minute walk away, and Calton Hill and the Royal Mile about 10. Edinburgh Castle is about 15 minutes away and the Palace of Holyroodhouse about 20. According to the property, the main bus station is next door, which is handy if you take coach excursions.
The National Museum of Scotland and the Grassmarket are about 15 minutes on foot.
Rooms and facilities
All rooms have a private bathroom, a TV and a tea and coffee tray. According to the property, some keep original features of the building.
In the morning you can choose between a full Scottish or a continental breakfast, and there are vegetarian options. According to the property, they also prepare light meals if you ask in advance.
Who it suits
- If you arrive by train or bus and want to walk with your luggage.
- If you like historic buildings.
- If you are vegetarian and want breakfast sorted.
Good to know
- It is on a second floor with access by stairs, according to the property.
- You need to give notice of your arrival time; check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00.
- Check-out is until 10:30.
- Wifi is not listed among the facilities.
You will find more places to stay near the station on our page for hotels in Edinburgh.