Southside Guest House in Edinburgh

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8 Newington Road, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Lothians, Scotland, EH9 1QS, UK [Map]

Tel: 01316 684422

Southside is a stylish and welcoming Guest House in the heart of the city close to the Old Town. It provides very comfortable accommodation in a contemporary, smart decor in a period setting.

Southside is an exclusive Guest House providing an elegant home in the heart of the city. The eight stylish en-suite bedrooms, which include two Four Poster Rooms, have been designed to be as individual as our guests. Several leading Hotel and Travel Guides feature Southside and many guests regularly return and warmly recommend us. If you are seeking somewhere unique and memorable for your Edinburgh visit, Southside is an excellent choice. We look forward to welcoming you.
The House at 8 Newington Road, Edinburgh (now Southside Guest House) was built in 1865 and is part of a Victorian Terrace which includes at No 10 next door; West Newington House (built 1805)
Southside Guest House Edinburgh has eight elegant en-suite bedrooms - including Four Poster Rooms - providing stylish bed and breakfast accommodation in the centre of Edinburgh.
Please note that Southside is a no-smoking house.

Several leading Hotel and Travel Guides feature and recommend Southside Guest House and many guests warmly recommend Southside. Lonely Planet World Guide features Southside Guest House as one of the 5 Author Pick for accommodation in Edinburgh.
Southside is also recommended by Peter Irvine in the latest edition of his marvellous "Scotland the Best" published by Collins. Peter Irvine features Southside under "Edinburgh Most Excellent Lodgings" only one of six establishments listed and additionally has been "awarded" a commendation as "Amongst the very best in Scotland". The Guide, by the way is an excellent investment, to guide you through the maze of eating out venues, pubs, attractions etc., both in Edinburgh and throughout Scotland.
Southside Guest House is featured in the AA "Britain's Best Bed & Breakfast" Guide.

Southside Guest House Edinburgh is rated 4 Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board and the AA.
Where to stay in Edinburgh? If you are seeking unique and memorable accommodation for your Edinburgh visit, Southside Guest House Edinburgh is an excellent choice.

Directions.
From East end of Princes Street take North Bridge to the Royal Mile, continue South bound along South Clerk Street for approximately 1km. Southside is on the right hand side at the start of Newington Road.

From the motorways, join the City By Pass (A720) and get off at the Straiton Junction, from here take the A701 into Edinburgh. Follow this road the whole way into the city. The road is designated A701 the whole way. You are getting closer to Southside ( 8, Newington Road) as you turn on Craigmillar Park, Mayfield Road, Minto Street and then Newington Road (different names for the same road and still on the A701) We are right on the corner with West Preston and East Preston Street.

8 rooms on 3 floors.

Single Room

One of the two single rooms has a double bed, whereas the other has an interesting iron framed bed. Both are charming and welcoming. Both single rooms overlook Newington Road.

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Single Room Last Minute

One of the two single rooms has a double bed, whereas the other has an interesting iron framed bed. Both are charming and welcoming.

Both single rooms overlook Newington Road.

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Double Room

Both double rooms have striking decor and atmosphere; rich and warm. Room 5 has a bath as well as a shower. Room 2 has a wooden floor and oriental rugs. One double room faces Newington Road, the other overlooks the rear garden.

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Twin Room

One twin has bold shades of green and comfortable sofa, wooden floor and oriental rugs- the other is designed in deep reds and purples. Both are unique and very attractive. One Twin Room overlooks the rear garden, the other faces Newington Road.

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Double Room - 4 poster bed

The Mackintosh is a stunning room with a four poster bed, large sofa and stylish design. It has a wooden floor, oriental rugs and bay window. The Terrace Room is rich in purples and warm cream with a black wooden floor, fireplace and leather sofa. It has its own Terrace. The Mackintosh Room has a large seating area and overlooks Newington Road. The Terrace Room also has a seating area and a Terrace overlooking the garden.

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Double Room - last minute

Both double rooms have striking decor and atmosphere; rich and warm. Room 5 has a bath as well as a shower. Room 2 has a wooden floor and oriental rugs. One double room faces Newington Road, the other overlooks the rear garden.

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Petite Double last minute

All rooms are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a pleasant stay.

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Twin Room Last Minute

One twin has bold shades of green and comfortable sofa, wooden floor and oriental rugs- the other is designed in deep reds and purples. Both are unique and very attractive.

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Four Poster Room Last Minute

This is a stunning room with a four poster bed, large sofa and stylish design. It has a wooden floor, oriental rugs and bay window. The Terrace Room is rich in purples and warm cream with a black wooden floor, fireplace and leather sofa. It has its own Terrace.

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Restaurant

Southside Guest House Restaurant


Distances from the hotel: -

  • Edinburgh Airport - 11.5km
  • Nearest Major Train Station - Waverley Station (1.6km from the hotel)
  • Nearest Coach/Bus Station - St Andrew\'s Square (2km from the hotel)



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Last updated 13 November 2008

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COMMENTS: Please note that standard check in time is between 15.00 and 20.00. If you arrive earlier than 15.00 we can store your luggage for you and advise you if the room can be available before 15.00. Arrangements can be made for check-in after 20.00.It is essential that we know when you will be arriving and be kept advised of any changes so that we can be in the house when you do arrive.

Check In / Check Out

  • Check-in from 15:00
  • Please check-out by 10:30

Concierge

  • High Chairs
  • Left Luggage / Storage Facilities
  • Dry Cleaning / Laundry Service

Family

  • Cots / Cribs

Car Parks / Parking

  • Nearby Pay to Park

Lifts

  • Rooms accessible by ground floor access

General

  • Near Local Taxi Company - Central Taxis (2km from the hotel)
  • Near Tel No. of Taxi Company - 01312292468 (2km from the hotel)
  • Non-smoking area
  • Historical Building
  • Business Support Services