Elder York Guest House

About the hotel

The Elder York Guest House, just 500 meters from Princes Street, offers easy access to the city's main attractions. Situated in a Grade-A Listed building, some rooms boast charming period features. All rooms at The Elder York come equipped with tea/coffee facilities, a TV, and a private bathroom. Within walking distance of Waverly Railway Station and iconic sites like Edinburgh Castle and the Scott Monument, The Elder York is the perfect base for exploring the city.

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Restaurant
• Heating
• Family rooms
• Luggage storage
• Fax/photocopying
• Continental breakfast
• Non-smoking throughout
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Physical distancing in dining areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 10:30

Guest reviews

• J

  JuliaAustralia

  10

  A great place to stay for a short trip to Edinburgh

  Liked: It was in a great location, lovely rooms, clean, fabulous service and delicious breakfast.

  Posted in October 2026

• C

  CarolUnited Kingdom

  8

  Excellent b & b, in central location,within Easy reach of all amenities

  Liked: Lovely clean room & bathroom

  Disliked: A sitting room would be good to use when indoors

  Posted in October 2026

• A

  AlastairUnited Kingdom

  10

  Excellent stay

  Liked: Great service - comfortable room and great location. Great breakfast too👍

  Posted in October 2026

• S

  StephanGermany

  8

  Traditional house in an excellent location, with caring service

  Liked: Traditional house in an excellent location, with caring service

  Posted in October 2026

• I

  IngaLatvia

  9

  Liked: Excellent full scottish breakfast.

  Posted in October 2026

• T

  Tor-björnSweden

  10

  If I return to Edinbourgh, I would stay at the same place

  Liked: The owners were very friendly and the breakfast options were good.

  Disliked: Wifi reception was bad at my room.

  Posted in October 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note that the guest house is located on the second floor and accessed by stairs only. There is no elevator at the property.

Payment is taken on arrival. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.