Glenalmond House – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 183$/Night

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About the Hotel

25 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 2BX

“"The location is perfect for exploring the best of Edinburgh!"”view full review

Rooms & Accommodations

Glenalmond House offers individually decorated rooms with mahogany furnishings. All rooms include an en-suite bathroom with shower, free toiletries, flat-screen TV with Freeview, tea/coffee facilities, and a safe. Room types include Classic Single, Classic Twin, Deluxe Family Room, Deluxe 4-Poster Rooms with outside terrace and private garden, Deluxe Rococo Room, and Superior Triple Room. Bed sizes range from single (90cm) to king (180cm). Two ground-floor 4-poster rooms feature private terraces with garden views.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast is served daily from 8:00-9:30am (extended to 10:00am during busy periods). The menu includes porridge, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, eggs (boiled, poached, scrambled), Scottish bacon, haggis from McSweens, smoked salmon from Loch Fyne, pancakes from a local bakery, and vegetarian/vegan options. Filtered Colombian coffee, assorted teas, and hot chocolate are available. Local produce is sourced including free-range eggs from a nearby farm.

Location & Transportation

Located in Newington, southern Edinburgh, just over a mile from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Free on-site parking for 9 cars. Bus numbers 3, 29, 31, 37 stop nearby (Mayfield Gardens or Peel Terrace stops), with day tickets costing £5.00. A 5-10 minute walk to local restaurants and Holyrood Park. Edinburgh Airport is 10km away with flights to Amsterdam, London, Belfast, and other European destinations.

Services & Facilities

Free Wi-Fi throughout. Contactless check-in available. Daily room servicing with towel changes every 2-3 days. Guest lounge with tourist information. Payphone in reception with free call to local taxi. No service charges added to bills. Children 5 years and older welcome. No pets allowed. Free luggage storage. Late check-out available on request (may incur charge).

Business & Accessibility

Ideal for EICC (Edinburgh International Conference Centre) attendees, 1 mile from Edinburgh University campuses. Four ground-floor rooms available, two with level-access showers and shower stools. Small step at front entrance. Free Wi-Fi supports business needs. Close to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary (1 mile away). Local doctor and dental practices nearby.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Deluxe Double Room Shower

2 persons

20 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

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Standard Single Room

2 persons

11 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room

2 persons

14 m²

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

2 persons

28 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Edinburgh 2.3 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 22.2 km

Dundee (DND) 98.2 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 2.5 km

Bus

Bus stop900 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Breakfast Variety

“The breakfast at Glenalmond House was truly really good! With seven different options, I loved the scrambled eggs with salmon, and the haggis was amazing too. Plus, the attention to detail in serving such a high variety of dishes really sets this B&B apart!” view full review

Comfortable & Well-Equipped

“I stayed in a Beautiful Double Room that was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The room had everything we needed, including a fridge, tea and coffee facilities, and ample space for our luggage. I felt right at home.” view full review

Charming and Immaculate Decor

“The decor at Glenalmond House is fine, with beautiful reproduction furniture that gives it a historical charm. Every corner was super clean; it made for such a relaxing atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a day of touring.” view full review

Restful Relaxation Space

“After a long day of exploring, I appreciated the lovely sitting room available for guests. It was a perfect spot to relax and have a cup of tea, making my overall stay even better.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

25 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 2BX

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25 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 2BX

City landmarks

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.3 km

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

2.5 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

2.0 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

2.3 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.3 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

2.3 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

2.4 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

2.3 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2.5 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

2.8 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

2.2 km

Park

Holyrood Park

2.1 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

2.6 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

2.0 km

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

2.1 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.8 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

2.2 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

2.4 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

2.3 km

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

2.0 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

2.3 km

Monument

Scott Monument

2.6 km

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

2.2 km

Landmark

Princes Street

2.6 km

Landmark

Summerhall

980 m

Square

Grassmarket

2.2 km

Museum

John Knox House

2.2 km

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

2.2 km

Landmark

Prestonfield Golf Club

870 m

University

University of Edinburgh

2.7 km

Nearby

St Marks Unitarian Church

240 m

Restaurants

Kwok Restaurant

480 m

44 Ratcliffe Terrace Causewayside

Jade Palace

770 m

212 Dalkeith Road

Leslies Bar

530 m

45-47 Ratcliffe Terrace

The Stables

630 m

Priestfield Road

The Old Bell Inn

630 m

233-235 Causewayside

Pataka

750 m

190 Causewayside

The Salisbury Arms

990 m

58 Dalkeith Road

Spencer's Bistro

730 m

43-45 Salisbury Road The Salisbury Hotel

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Glenalmond House – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Rooms & Accommodations

Dining & Breakfast

Location & Transportation

Services & Facilities

Business & Accessibility

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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