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Dorstan House

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Edinburgh Castle

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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Dorstan House, 7 Priestfield Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5HJ
  • Place, Prestonfield Golf Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite (Small) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Ensuite (Small)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Private Bathroom (Small External) | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Private Bathroom (Small External)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Studio, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Prestonfield stay.Your stay at this Prestonfield guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Mile and Princes Street. Also, Royal Commonwealth Pool is within half a mile (1 km) and National Library of Scotland is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Prestonfield Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Holyrood Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haldi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Dorstan House

3-star guest house near Edinburgh Castle
Dorstan House offers its guests multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Edinburgh guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Staff is multilingual
  • No smoking on site
Dorstan House offers 12 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. 20-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 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

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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/debit cards
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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 accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number STL Exempt

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dorstan House to the airport?

Dorstan House is 12.7 mi (38-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dorstan House?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorstan House on Mar 10, 2026 start from $99, 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 Dorstan House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dorstan House.

How close is Dorstan House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 4.2 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 12.7 mi (33-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dorstan House offer free breakfast?

Dorstan House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dorstan House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Dorstan House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Dorstan House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Dorstan House have a pool?

Dorstan House does not have a pool.

Does Dorstan House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Dorstan House to downtown Edinburgh?

Dorstan House is 1.5 mi away from Edinburgh.

Dorstan House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 795 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 795 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 795 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 795 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 795 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, Richard our host was very friendly & helpful with local information. The breakfasts were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marit

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cute small room. the house has thin walls and staff seemed sensitive to normal noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, interesting breakfast choices, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violet, Notting Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very lovely place to spend a few nights. Very close to public transport, and is in great walking distance of a few places. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was wonderful! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was minimal. Served on a tray in the room. No way to mingle with other guests. An old dated converted home. 1.5 miles from the royal mile. Dinner choices were a 1 mile walk round trip. It was just basic and off the beaten path.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stew, Surrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Edinburgh, nice room, easy contactless check in, breakfast served to the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is delivered to your room and was very yummy. Host was responsive to questions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian, Mountain Top

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basically in the middle of Edinburgh. I was travelling solo, so I got a single room. The bathroom was detached, but very nice. The room was small, but adequate. The staff was great, and the morning breakfasts were delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meital

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, very clean and safe. Spacious rooms. Nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Neelika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was rather small, but thankfully we were allocated an attached single room to use for storage and space, which we greatly appreciated. Bed was comfortable and linens clean and fresh. Ensuite bathroom was a usable size, with plenty of very hot water. Breakfast was well above our expectations and was well prepared with a good number of options to select from. It was delivered to the room promptly each day. Parking on the premises was not at all safe or accessible. Luckily we were able to park within easy walking distance of the house each evening. We enjoyed several dinners within close walking distance, as unknown to us and not indicated on website: takeaway food is not allowed to be consumed in the room. We found this very inconvenient, especially after a very long day of site seeing! But, we understand the reasons for implementing this, and feel it is fair enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Friendly owners. Very clean. Tasty breakfast delivered to your room. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andersen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful quiet and cosy guesthouse, twin suite was ideal for two travellers. Simple but complete breakfast served in the morning to your room. Convenient to get to Cowsgate and central, both very walkable and easy access to get to by bus if travelling with luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomáš

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect and not expensive property in Edinburgh. Private parking, good breakfast. Just 10 minutes by bus to the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay .lovely owners carnt do enough .thank you . 5 stsrs .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very clean and quiet in a nice neighborhood just off Arthur’s Seat. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharron, Montara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small. No interaction with staff. Location was good. Easy to get into city center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flying visit -easy check in and comfy bed. Lovely breakfast. Even although we arrived late there was still a parking space! Great value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriatic

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our party of 4 had spacious rooms. They were exceptionally clean. And there was a wide variety and hearty enough options for the continental breakfast to tide us over until lunchtime. Close to the bus stops. Would definitely stay there again & highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Make sure you read the email they send. Great stay, no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the ease of check-in and convenience of the location. Quiet and clean. Full continental breakfast options before 8:00 would be appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025