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About this property

Historic Setting: Dorstan House in Edinburgh is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, free WiFi, and amenities such as bathrobes and slippers. Breakfast and Parking: Guests enjoy a continental breakfast in the room, with free on-site private parking available. Local Attractions: Located 19 km from Edinburgh Airport, the property is near the University of Edinburgh (1.9 km) and Edinburgh Castle (3.3 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, delicious breakfast, and quiet surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site


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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennifer
    United States United States
    Dorstan was the perfect antidote to the bustle of old town. It was so nice to come back to our quiet neighborhood after a day of touring. Richard was very kind and accommodating and the breakfasts were outstanding! So comfy and sweet.
  • Nina
    Germany Germany
    Bus stop was very close. Very nice owner, lovely breakfast in our room. We got all we needed.
  • Donna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room and all facilities were just as described and had everything I needed. The breakfast was great with plenty of choice. The bed was really comfy too. Location was excellent as it only took 2-3 minutes to get to the bus stop for a bus into...
  • Craig
    Australia Australia
    Very comfortable and well sized room. Free parking available, which was very helpful so close to Edinburgh. A good continental breakfast served to the room.
  • Fiona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really convenient, easy low contact check in and out. Real coffee in the rooms was a stroke of genius!
  • Barry
    Australia Australia
    We had a lovely 3 night stay. Our room was on the ground floor, so no stairs to climb. There is no lift in the building. Well maintained building and facilities. Located in a nice area, only 150 metres to Edinburghs' excellent public transport....
  • Ferenc
    Hungary Hungary
    Wonderful place with fabulois breakfast. If I go again, only to this guesthouse:)
  • Petya
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    The house is very beautiful, as if it came out of a novel. It’s cosy and inviting. The location is great, just two-three minutes away from public transport or 30 minutes away from the city centre if you don’t mind walking. Great place, amazing...
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great little guest house within walking distance of leisure centre, city centre, great bars and restaurants. Lovely quiet area, free car parking and lovely breakfast. Great communication and service from host, even offered to help with a problem...
  • Jessamine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location excellent, easy walk into town. Breakfast also excellent. Beds comfortable. Gorgeous house, even adapted as a b and b.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 1,681 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Dorstan is owned and operated by our family of Richard, Maki, Harvey and Milly the dog! We live on the premises and we’re drawn to the house by the lovely old features of a house built in 1872.

Property information

The Dorstan is a lovely detached Victorian villa (1870) with traditional features and run by owners Richard & Maki, so you can be assured of a warm and personal welcome whether on business on holiday. Located in a quiet residential area of Edinburgh but only 0.8 miles from the Old Town with excellent bus service just 50m away. There is a private car park for 4 guest cars, subject to availability and not reservable.. After a quiet & comfortable night we also bring a breakfast to your room to set you up for the rest of your day. The continental style breakfast menu includes choices of fruit juice, cereals, yoghurt with fresh berries/granola/maple syrup, croissant with jam or filled with smoked salmon/scrambled egg or Parma ham/cheese or bacon/sausage/egg. We have vegan/vegetarian and gluten-free options. You may choose from ensuite rooms single bed, double bed, twin beds. And ensuite triple and quadruple rooms. There are also two single bedrooms each with own private bathroom just outside the room. All rooms have full central heating, colour television, tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryer. Bed linens, towels, soap and shampoo are provided. Free wifi access available and breakfast is included for all stays.

Neighbourhood information

Edinburgh is one of Europe’s best known cities; with historical and cultural links both past and present. No matter what interest visitors may have they will be superbly catered for in this beautiful capital city.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

House rules

Dorstan House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Dorstan House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration