The Alba House Hotel - Edinburgh
55.928273, -3.168159Overview
3-star family-run Victorian hotel with large gardens, complimentary full English breakfast, and free on-site parking
Accommodations & Amenities
The Alba House offers individually decorated en suite rooms with high ceilings, king-size beds with Egyptian cotton bedding, and traditional bathtubs in bathrooms. The 1860-built Victorian house provides on-site parking with limited spaces and large gardens surrounding the property. Complimentary full English breakfast is included for most rooms, along with express check-in and check-out services.
Location & Transport
Alba House Edinburgh is located less than 2 miles from Edinburgh Waverley rail Station, with a number of local buses running regularly from the stop outside the guest house. The hotel sits in a quiet location close to Edinburgh University's Kings Buildings, The Royal Observatory, and Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. On-site parking with limited spaces is available for guests arriving by car.
Rooms & Design
Each of the en suite guest rooms at Alba House Edinburgh Scotland has central heating, TVs, hairdryers, radio alarm clocks, coffee tables, armchairs, and tea/coffee making facilities. The large rooms mix original 1860 features with modern comforts and are individually decorated with high ceilings. Some rooms on the top floor offer garden views and attic windows for natural light.
Services & Hospitality
This family-run establishment emphasizes personal service and hospitality, with Cath the owner providing maps and recommendations for Edinburgh attractions and dining. The hotel offers a traditional warm Scottish welcome and a friendly atmosphere with CCTV outside, fire extinguishers, and a security alarm for safety. Daily housekeeping and express check-in/out are provided for convenience.
Dining & Breakfast
Complimentary full English breakfast is included for most room rates at The Alba House, with guests selecting their preferred time slot of 10 minutes for morning service. Breakfast includes cereals, yogurt, fresh fruit, pastries, toast, and tea/coffee, set up to minimize food waste. Dietary items for specific needs are available upon request from the host.
- Location: Less than 2 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Station with buses outside door
- Rooms: Individually decorated en suite with Egyptian cotton bedding & traditional bathtubs
- Dining: Complimentary full English breakfast included for most rooms
- Services: Family-run with personal hospitality from host Cath
- Parking: On-site parking with limited spaces (first come, first served)
- Safety: CCTV, fire extinguishers, security alarm & express check-in/out
- Attractions: Close to Royal Observatory, Edinburgh University & shopping center
License number: EH-69186-F
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Flat-screen TV
Express check-in/ -out
No smoking on site
Services
- Housekeeping
Room view
- Garden view
Room features
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about The Alba House Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 231 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.7 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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