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Pillars House

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Princes Street

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Exterior
Staircase
Double Room (With Extra Bed) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Dining
Family Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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125 Constitution Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 7AE
  • Place, Leith Links
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Port
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Yacht Britannia
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (With Extra Bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room (With Extra Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Leith stay.Your stay at this Leith guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Princes Street and Royal Mile. University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Leith Links - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trinity House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Port - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • The Shore Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Brunstane Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Printworks Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey The Shore - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Malones - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Pillars House

3.5-star guest house near Princes Street
As a guest of Pillars House, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Edinburgh guesthouse.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1890
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Pillars House offers 6 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Edinburgh guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Pillars Edinburgh
Pillars House Edinburgh, Scotland
Pillars House Guesthouse Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pillars House to the airport?

Pillars House is 10.6 mi (41-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pillars House?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pillars House on Jun 22, 2026 start from $121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Pillars House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pillars House.

How close is Pillars House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.2 mi (13-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14 mi (34-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pillars House offer free breakfast?

Pillars House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pillars House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Pillars House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pillars House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Pillars House have a pool?

Pillars House does not have a pool.

Does Pillars House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Pillars House to downtown Edinburgh?

Pillars House is 1.6 mi away from Edinburgh.

Pillars House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 557 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was really comfy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room lovely and staff very courteous, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Miss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very good hotel would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff were great, room basic but very clean. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Craig was very helpful, gave excellent recommendations on restaurants. Breakfast room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite nice and cozy, the whole area was secure and clean as well. I received personal recommendations from the owner of places in the area which did not disappoint!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean staff excellent great value
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value. Well resourced and clean kitchen available for guest use too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable, warm , clean , welcoming and very nice like a home from home , well supplied with drinks snacks etc and so cosey and absolutely brilliant the price for us 2
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and clean. Decor was updated, friendly staff. Easy tram access to the sites. So glad we picked to stay here and would very much recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel run by lovely people, we was very pleased to find that the hotel had actually been modernised slightly with new carpets, bedding, lamps etc
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shafqat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top class rooms, clean and good service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Brilliant value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel , staff were very nice too , kitchen was great little touch , everything we needed was there , housekeeping was great , perfect all round, we will be back , definitely recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reception and welcome were great. Hotel was clean and accommodation was good. Large shared kitchen facities for preparing your own meals. Bed was comfortable and ensuite was a decent size. Great selections of complimentary foods available.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Receptionist is very welcoming and helpful. Our dog enjoyed the welcome too. A well equipped kitchen with a good range of fruits, cereal, breads and drinks. We enjoyed our stay, comfortable and warm. Thank-you, the Pillars!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staying at Pillars House was like home from home. So comfortable and clean. We didn't have breakfast, but we could have helped ourselves to toast, jams, fruit, etc.... which looked lovely. The location was perfect - such a lovely area - will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so many goodies for us in the room! Very close to tram stop. Wonderful host who helped us with our laundry. Cozy kitchen where we could help ourselves to goodies throughout the day and night. The host helped us with tourism sites and maps.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

CRISTOBAL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was smelly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Karlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025