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The B&Bs and restaurants in this residential area offer good value.
With its welcoming owners and quiet location near Arthur's Seat, this Victorian B&B is a smart choice for those seeking warm Edinburgh hospitality and a restful atmosphere away from the city center. The high-ceilinged guest rooms have a traditional feel with carpets and patterned wallpaper, and breakfast is served in a homey annex.
Elegantly furnished rooms, a friendly atmosphere, and a hearty breakfast are three big factors that make this town-house B&B a popular budget stay. The rooms feel upmarket but unfussy, with the deluxe rooms particularly appealing thanks to their modern bathrooms, Queen Anne four-poster beds, large TVs, and garden terraces. The handsome lounge downstairs is a fine place to mingle with fellow guests—there's an honesty bar if you want a drink or a snack. Glenalmond House is a little out of the center, but there are many regular buses to the Royal Mile and Princes Street, and owners Jimmy and Fiona Mackie will be happy to help you plan your travels.
