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Alba House

3 stars
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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From
$154
Cheapest

rate per night

9.1
Excellent
749 reviews
Fri 5/17
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Sat 5/18
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
Standard room
Classic room

About Alba House

  • Bed & Breakfast Room
    Enjoy a cozy breakfast in the morning
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free
This Victorian house is in large gardens and has easy access to Edinburgh's city centre by bus. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, large rooms and fresh, home-cooked, traditional Scottish breakfasts. Alba House has a quiet location less than 3.2 km from Edinburgh Waverley rail Station. A number of local buses run regularly from the stop outside the guest house. The house was built in about 1860 and the large rooms mix original features with modern comforts. The individually decorated en suite rooms have central heating, TVs, hairdryers, radio alarm clocks, coffee tables, armchairs and tea/coffee. Alba House is family run and prides itself on offering a traditional warm Scottish welcome and a friendly, relaxing atmosphere.

Latest deals for Alba House

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Sat 5/18
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Standard room
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Superior room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Alba House

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking
  • Wake-up service
  • Free parking

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo

Media and entertainment

  • TV
  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-out

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Dining

  • Tea/coffee maker

General

  • Garden view

Reviews of Alba House

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9.1
WonderfulBased on 749 verified guest reviews
9.0Families
9.0Solo
9.1Couples
9.1Friends

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Location

29 Craigmillar Park, Edinburgh, EH16 5PE

What's nearby

  • Holyrood Park1.1 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland1.5 mi
  • Greyfriar's Bobby1.6 mi
  • Arthur's Seat1.6 mi
  • Greyfriars Kirk1.6 mi
  • The Royal Mile1.6 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.7 mi
  • National Library Of Scotland1.7 mi
  • Museum of Childhood1.7 mi
  • Holyrood Palace1.7 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.7 mi
  • Real Mary King's Close1.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Alba House

Low season

October

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

$260

Average price (weekend night)

$249
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Alba House

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Top tips for your stay at Alba House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Alba House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Alba House, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Alba House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $248, while the most expensive was $248.
  • How long should you stay at Alba House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Alba House

  • Where is Alba House located?

    Alba House is located at 29 Craigmillar Park in Newington, 2 miles from the center of Edinburgh. Holyrood Park is the closest landmark to Alba House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Alba House?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Alba House.

  • Does Alba House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Alba House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Alba House offer free parking?

    Yes, Alba House offers free parking.

  • How far is Alba House from the airport?

    Alba House is 8 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Alba House is 36.6 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Alba House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Alba House in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Alba House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Alba House.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.0

Distance to city center

2.0 mi

Nearest Airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

8.0 mi