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Sandaig Guest House

Edinburgh · United Kingdom

5 East Hermitage Place Leith LinksView location

8.8/10Excellent302 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition8.6/108.6
Location8.4/108.4
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Value10.0/1010.0
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Sandaig Guest House

Visitors will enjoy a peaceful and calm stay at Sandaig Guest House as it counts with a total of 9 rooms. Guests may take advantage of the Wi-Fi connection on public areas at Sandaig Guest House. The reception desk is not open throughout the day.

The hotel may charge a fee for some services.

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With a stay at Sandaig Guest House in Edinburgh (Leith), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. This guesthouse is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Princes Street.

Make yourself at home in one of the 9 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a Select Comfort bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.

Detached private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 5 days Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Chinese (Cantonese)

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

Leith Links 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Leith Docks 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Easter Road Stadium 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 2 km / 1.2 mi
Royal Yacht Britannia 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Royal Mile 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Holyrood Park 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Scottish Parliament 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Burns Monument 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Meadowbank Stadium 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Dynamic Earth 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Omni Centre Edinburgh 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
St James Quarter 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Calton Hill 2.7 km / 1.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • hotel
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • FireplaceExtra charge
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • ShopExtra charge
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Clothes dryer
  • Library
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  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Hairdressing salonExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
Upon availability

Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Sandaig Guest House

8.8
Excellent
302 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Location
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Value
10.0 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
2/10
Poor
25 Jun 2026
Laurent
Due to changes in travel plans, I cancelled my stay at the property over a month before the date and immediately notified Expedia and the property directly. Over the course of the next 5 weeks, I asked the property's owner numerous times not to use my credit card to charge for the stay. Unfortunately, claiming some \"cancellation policy\" wording, he did. Kudos to Expedia for writing to the owner and for trying to resolve the issue. But it is apparently up to him. Bottom line, I paid dearly for a stay I could not take. As far as I concerned this is unethical behavior on the part of the property, perhaps illegal.
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2026
Dean
Average guest house, self-entry with key code and room keys in an envelope inside. So didn't see anyone from the property throughout our stay. Would have been nice to at least have them say hello or check in on us.

Some things in the room a little bit poorly maintained, e.g. a curtain missing, bed a little wobbly and noisy. Shower pressure was quite low and not able to lock the bathroom door without taking the key in with you.

Overall fine but nothing special, especially at Edinburgh prices.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2026
Natasha
I love the neighborhood! The room was clean and the staff was nice when I saw them. The bed was a little hard for me, but that’s just my take. Thanks for a wonderful day.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Bernard
Good cozy & comfortable place but very overpriced
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
24 May 2026
Gareth
Misleading photos which suggest you can have breakfast and when queried by email, no one replied.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 May 2026
Peter
A building haunted by a grander past. An ex hotel, the once dining room now an empty space, a pushchair parked in one corner. Apart from a cleaner, apparently just one full time staff member filling receptionist, cook roles. Nice enough, clean room. But a hint of previous occupants' sweat about the pillows. Cheap sausages and salty bacon for breakfast. A cheerless place.
Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2026
HELEN
Good location for Leith walks
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Duncan
from checking in till departure
this was a wonderful experience
nothing was too much trouble
the complimentary Shortbread and sherry in the room was a lovely touch
bed so comfortable
and facilities as good as a quality hotel
was a business trip for me
but will use again both for business and pleasure
Self
6/10
Pleasant
11 Apr 2026
Edward
We were informed breakfast available at property but they haven’t done this for four years. Free parking a big bonus and cafes and bakeries nearby
Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2026
Susan
Was fine. Good value for money
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Feb 2026
Mario
Room 8 curtains not great don’t draw together properly and failing . A lot of road noise if your a light sleeper. TV is tiny. Black cushions smelt sweaty.
Self
2/10
Poor
30 Jan 2026
Shermon
I was staying on the ground floor, towards the back of the property. The window did not have a lock; it was not secure, and anyone could get in from the outside.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Debra
The guest house and my room were very clean and quiet. There are bus stops near by to get around easily. Communication with the proprietor was very good. Overall experience was great.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Richard
Great little room for a great price. Across from a nice park.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2025
Mark
Clean and comfortable. The best of both worlds (AirBnB and hotel). The room was made up every morning but the cost was quite low. I'd stay again when I return to Edinburgh.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Katherine
Just perfect everything lovely. Hope to return
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2025
Szabina
So close to everything, safe and quite
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Anthony
Sandaig is in a great location for Leith and the vibrant high street. The unmanned reception is understandable in the current day and age and arrival/check-in went smoothly. There were phone-calls to aid the process, but I did miss the friendliness of an in person welcome. The room was good, but I hadn't noticed in prior communication that my bathroom was not in the room, but accross the corridor leading to another room. I don't think other rooms had this arrangement. It wasn't a major problem, but remembering to carry your key to the loo in the middle of the night, might lead some clients getting locked out. The lovely shortbread and refreshment in the room were lovely gestures and added to the overall positive experience.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2025
Robert
Clean and classy. Our host was an extremely pleasant gentleman. We would have stayed longer if there was availability. Book it. Now!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2025
Hao
Staff very friendly, guest house clean and quiet. However, the electric kettle in the room is leaking, there is a safety concern
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 May 2025
Verified traveler

Sad accomodations.

I got locked out of my room right away and luckily another guest was able to get ahold of staff.They used an antiquated physical key that was unnecessarrily heavy. My bathroom was in the hallway outside of my room and was a pain to lock. There was no kitchen or bar, but an empty room that could have been used for that purpose. The price was descent. Yet, you wouldn't want to be there except to sleep. I wouldn't stay there again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Nicholas
The place was charming. I loved my room - very much a guest house, more like a B&B than a hotel, which is what I wanted. The small decanter of Scotch in the room and the shortbread biscuits were a delightful touch. While the location might seem less than than central, it was only a short and easy bus ride from central Edinburgh - though I preferred walking up Leith Walk into town, which has lots of cafes, pubs, bookstores, used record stores, etc. along it. Suited me down to the ground
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2025
Alison

Excellent value for money

Comfortable and welcoming. Room immaculate. Free parking. Ideal location for exploring Edinburgh on foot.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Nov 2024
Mr C Kingsley
Happy with the stay, would like to have the website updated as stated breakfast available but this is no longer an option.

Bed was hard compared to my normal bed, although that could just be my preference.

Luke and Andy, fantastic hosts.

Would be happy to return but would choose ensuite facilitates next time.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
TINA
Great place to stay 😁
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2024
Katherine
A nice place in a great location, close to transport, a park & nice shops. The room we stayed in was perhaps a bit more run-down than the website pictures let on (chipped paint & scuffed walls, precariously hung curtains, loud squeaky hinges on door, and a tricky knob on bathroom door). But it was clean & the complimentary sherry was a cute touch.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Sep 2024
Monique
I booked very late and was able to communicate with someone by phone fairly quickly. It’s a big house and operates as such.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2024
Eryn
This wasn’t a very confident location with my grandmother bc there a large amount of walking to the tram and bus. But someone younger like myself it was a great location!
The room was small but beautiful! The bed was comfy and the pillows were great!
The staff were so friendly and accommodating and helpful!
We stayed 2 nights here and we were very pleased with our stay!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Sep 2024
Kelly
The property has some age, it also has character, the room was smaller than average, there are restaurants and bars in close proximity.
Distance to downtown is a long walk, but a short cab ride.
There are transportation options.
I found it a bit difficult to reach the staff at the Sandaig, but they were friendly.
Partner
4/10
Poor
06 Sep 2024
Miss A
Beautiful room and well finished. Gorgeous and modern newly installed shower room, with very large shower.

Some advisory notes : Car parking limited/a bit tricky as all on road, no reserved parking.

We arrrived late after closure of reception. It was difficult to get instructions to gain entry outside of hours, we phoned 3 times before being sent a note.
Instructions were missing a step as they didn’t explain there were actually TWO touch pads so we were stuck outside the lobby for 20 minutes not knowing how to get in, eventually worked it out. We phoned and left a voicemail, no one got back to us, not even in the morning to apologise.

Bathroom was not attached to room so had to go across hallway to use it. That wasn’t expected, but not a big deal, but was a pain having to unlock and keep unlocking and locking the heavy doors which creaked, we felt because of the noise we were inconveniencing other guests. Would like to suggest a regular bathroom lock so you don’t have to lock it with a key each time.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
David
Great host.. spotlessly clean older building. Quiet yet close to amenities.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
Kurt
Nice and staff very accommodating!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Ann
We enjoyed our stay at Sandaig. It was close to restaurants and shopping and the tram line. Luke was very helpful and very personable. He was very prompt in replying to our requests.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
30 Jul 2024
Peter
Everything was as advertised .
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2024
Stephen
Well located. Excellent apartment and very friendly staff. Nice touches short bread and sherry in room. Definitely stay again
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2024
Timothy
Andy was very responsive.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Helen

Sandaig Guest House

Great hotel in a lovely old building in a nice part of Leith.

On arriving Luke was very enthusiastic about showing us to our room and getting us settled in (the sherry was a nice touch).

The room was spacious and spotlessly clean; and the hotel itself very quiet at night (which is a massive bonus for a light sleeper like me).

Street parking is at a premium but we were fortunate to find a space directly across from the hotel and didn’t move the car at all during the stay.

Leith Walk is a 10 minute stroll away from the hotel and has every type of coffee shop and restaurant you could want; and if you keep walking you arrive In Edinburgh in about 30 minutes.

If I had to find a criticism it would be that the decor is tired and needs refreshing, things are looking a little warn for the hotel’s price. Additionally, we weren’t in the type of room we booked which was disappointing considering I had chosen the room type on the decor shown on the website (booked a superior double and we’re put in a family).

Overall a great stay
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jul 2024
Dave
The peace and quiet and good location for Edinburgh.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2024
Kenneth
Nice rooms in a modernized building. Across from a park with bus access out front and a short walk to the tram.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
Shannon
We stayed here during the pandemonium that was Taylor Swift’s tour and it was exactly what we needed. Easy transportation into the city center on the tram but far enough removed from the hustle and bustle that it was very peaceful! Highly recommend. The front desk is a little unorthodox but anytime we needed to talk to someone, we called the number they provided and had help within minutes.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2024
D

Great location and value

We stayed one of the ensuite rooms with vaulted ceilings and a dormer window- you just need to remember to duck ocasionaly. It's on the second floor so you need to allow for this, not a problem for most people. We were surprised how much space there was and the view over the park was lovely. The location in Leith is much closer to the city centre than it may appear as the regular (2-10 mins wait) new tram line whooshes you to the centre in 5-15 minutes. Accommodation in Edinburgh is an expensive thing most of the time and this guesthouse represents value for money. Thanks for the sherry and almond slice, nice little extras!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jun 2024
diana
The bed had hair in it and the shower needed a deep clean. Never was anyone available to talk to …just txt. So we just accepted. In general in decent shape.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2024
Andi
Luke was so incredibly friendly! He greeted us at the door and made us feel right at home with a tray of tea and snacks. Hotel was clean and we walked easily from the tram station. There were several cafes and bars nearby as well.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2024
Kosei
Was such a cute property. Was very convenient being right next to the bus stops. Host there was very helpful and kind. Would highly recommend staying here!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2024
Darla
A quaint property in a cozy Edinburgh neighborhood. Charming well maintained old home. Comfortable bed & pillows. Super clean. Luke our host was a delight and very helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2024
Scott

Sandaig

Very comfortable and convenient for my purposes. Would stay again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2024
James
Luke who greeted us on our arrival was so friendly and helpful and he provided a great list of suggestions when we asked. He brought out juice and snacks for free to make sure we had something to eat. It made the whole experience a lot more friendly and welcoming. The room and private bedroom were very clean. The bed was very comfortable. Leith is a lovely area and you can get to the centre of Edinburgh quickly using buses or the tram.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Mar 2024
Maggie
Very clean and quiet. We stayed in a room with a queen bed and a twin bed. The twin bed was extremely loud and squeaky. Anytime the person sleeping on it moved in the night we all woke up due to the noise.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
10 Nov 2023
Verified traveler

2 star

Andy the owner seemed nice and communication was good so I hesitate to write a poor review. However, I wish someone had written one for me to read to avoid my bad experience. Bed linen badly stained, clump of someone else’s hair on shower wall, couldn’t get hot water out shower even after reading hotel manual (tepid at best) so didn’t wash (and it was hair wash day! Girls can relate). Apart from general wall and furniture touch-up repainting, there was this bizarre, frequent, loud creaking without me moving. In reality, this felt like a 2 star establishment, not 4.
Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Oct 2023
helen
Easy access to transportation into Edinburgh. Unfortunately they were unable to provide breakfast however cup cakes or shortbread cookies were offered at reception and they were delicious. The room was quiet even though the hotel was in a busy area.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Sep 2023
Sarah
Easy stay
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2023
Dayna
We got a parking space right in front of the guest house, got into the hotel, very easily, and found our room. Very pleased to have a small glass of port that came with the room. We walked two blocks down to have dinner at a Polish restaurant, then walked across the street to have a glass of scotch in a pub with great ambience. The bus stops in Front tomorrow, so it will be very convenient.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Sep 2023
John
Staff friendly helpful room lovely very clean comfortable dissapointed cooker broken could not have breakfast.
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2023
Penny
Very friendly and helpful
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2023
John

Lovely place to stay

Very comfortable and clean.
Very peaceful and quiet.
Well resourced area with buses, places to eat and nice walks close by. Only 20 minutes into the centre of Edinburgh by number 35 bus or 20 minutes walk to Ocean Terminal. Tram will be opened soon so easy to get to centre AND airport.

The room was lovely and we could relax without being disturbed.
Local cafes were good and we really enjoyed staying at Sandaig.

Lovely welcome with a wee decanter of sherry and warm and well heated room and en suite bathroom.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2023
John

Excellent - clean, comfortable and great location

Great communication from Sandaig for check in and key details.
Lovely, comfortable and clean room with fabulous en suite facilities and very quiet.
A welcome decanter of sherry greeted us in the room which was a lovely surprise.
Walking distance into Leith, Ocean Terminal and less than 5 minutes to buses that take just 20 minutes to the Royal Mile. Great location and very reasonable price.
Recommend very highly and will definitely stay here again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Oct 2022
David Robert
The room was very nice. The bathroom was across the corridor but was also nice and well laid out.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
27 Oct 2022
Tobias

A generally mediocre experience

A generally mediocre experience, with some highlights provided by the location.

Firstly the positives:
Location, nearby attractions, local food/drink offerings and great transport links.
Nicely decorated, if slightly care worn.

Negatives:
We booked a room with specific features (desk, laptop area, etc) and were \"upgraded\" to a larger room, but without these features.
The \"king bed\" was 2 doubles pushed together, that frequently came apart.
The mattresses were like bricks of iron- we both had back and shoulder pain from night one onwards.
The shower door fell of its rails when looked at strongly.
Breakfast is only served from 9 till 10. Making it too late for those going on day trips (which generally leave from 30 mins away at 8am),and too early for those having a long lie in.
Thick dust (seemingly from a tumble dryer or similar) coats all surfaces higher than eye level, and behind any side tables, or furniture.
Cleanable coffee stains can be found on the skirting boards and cabinets near the in room kettle.

Lastly, we were never able to meet the owner/operator as we arrived late, and had full days planned. The Staff appear to only be around until about 10am and so all communication was done via phone. This meant we never felt comfortable raising issues, or using the always empty living room that we only discovered on day 3 as it's hidden behind the dining room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2022
Norah
The room was very spacious, everything we needed. Beautiful quality decor. Can't recommend highly enough
Leisure Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
22 Aug 2022
Ian
Room was not as expected, no onsuite! Misunderstanding at booking in, apparently we were unexpected. No security in room window was able to be opened from outside. Pillows were too hard. I wouldn’t recommend this as it was way too expensive, we could have used a hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2022
Verified traveler

Lovely stay

Very comfortable, good value, a lot of charm, convenient location, away from the hustle and bustle but a short easy bus ride into the downtown area (buses come all the time and you can pay with credit card 1.9 pounds each way).
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2022
sara
Staff was super friendly. Place was cute. Area was nice. Park across hotel was nice bonus too.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2022
Robert

Very comfortable

Really great service and accomodation.

Thank you
Business
4/10
Poor
31 May 2021
Verified traveler
Paid for superior room. Got a standard room. Explanation from owner not acceptable. Towels didn’t look clean, curtains were threadbare and had huge holes in them. Photos aren’t a true representation. Breakfast is extra.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2020
Dan
Staff were really friendly and helpful didn’t see a member of staff but there was no confusion with checking in breakfast timings were a little late so didn’t have breakfast the rooms were clean modern and well presented could of done with a bath but that’s my preference.
Business Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2020
ANNETTE

Worth a visit

The room was very nice and spacious, breakfast was freshly made.
Truly a very pleasant stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2020
Gary
Nice clean hotel, quiet and where we wanted to be.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2019
Verified traveler

Lovely weekend getaway

Room was slightly outdated and a bit dirty, but overall a nice stay and great customer service. Location was also very central and quiet.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
The guest house is clean, warm and comfortable. Breakfast is amazing and good value. Sets you up for the day, the staff including Andy the owner of Sandaig could not be more helpful or friendly. Will definitely be visiting again.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
We loved the unique décor. Unfortunately we were delayed arriving so we didn’t get to interact personally with staff, however communication to gain access was excellent. House was inviting and the dining room looked lovely although we weren’t able to take advantage of the breakfast. We enjoyed our stay.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2019
Richard

FIRST CLASS GUEST HOUSE

Delightful place to stay. Comfortable and very cosy. The proprietor runs an excellent establishment and makes guests feel most welcome. Highly recommended.
Business
8/10
Excellent
03 Oct 2019
Tricia

Sandaig Wdinburgh

Basic but comfortable and breakfast was excellent. Facilities ideal for an overnight stay..only issue was separate bathroom but ok for one night ..if staying longer would prefer en suite
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Aug 2019
George

Fringebreak

The room was fairly well presented but I did not relish having to climb 36 steps up to the top of the building because there are no lifts there.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2019
StrandedinEH
Exceptional customer service, spotlessly clean rooms, bathroom in mint, pristine condition. Everything about this place is excellent.
8/10
Excellent
12 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
We did not get the room I booked. I booked a King bed and had the reservation printed out with me but they put us in a plain room with a double bed. Since were stayed four nights it became uncomfortable because my husband is a big man and it was hard for both of us to fit. We were charged the same rate as the larger room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
It was an excellent place to stay ... homely, clean, fresh facilities, very close to the city Centre walking or there was a bus option outside the door and a very friendly promoter Andy. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
It was a nice room with a bath across the hall but close. Great access to the the bus into town just a short walk away. Parking was available along the street. Short walk to restaurants.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2019
jing
very clean and comfortable place. Highly recommend.
Family
2/10
Poor
20 May 2019
Verified traveler
Hi, there was few issues:
1. constant noise of leaking pipe or waste pipe in the wall next to the bed - it was driving us mad.
2. Room had broken window, so every day we had to carry with us valuables
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2019
Cris

Business trip

Nice guest house opposite large park area. Free parking, breakfast was good
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2019
Michaela
Wonderful stuff, cosy room, nice and clean!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2018
Verified traveler

Lovely Hotel

Excellent hotel with brilliant rooms, located about 40min walk from the centre.
4/10
Poor
20 Aug 2018
Michael

Doesn’t meet description

We booked a room with a king bed, air conditioning, and an iPod dock. The room we got was in the attic, and lacked all of these amenities. It had a piece of broken furniture and dirty sections in the paint. The decor was strange and the bed was hard.

The Sandaig was accommodating with our check in, giving us a code and leaving us a key. It’s in a row of bed and breakfasts with free street parking and borders a nice park. It’s within a mile of many restaurants and pubs in the Leith area.

Overall, we are disappointed that we paid £175 for something that didn’t meet the description given.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Aug 2018
Verified traveler
Nice repurposing of older buildings. No complaints. Got a good night's sleep and public transport was nearby and convenient. Shower/toilet across the hall was fine. Hearty breskfast in the morning. Friendly covos with Andy. No complaints.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2018
Gillian

Great stay. Simple but modern and clean.

Nice room. Clean and modern. Local for nice restaurant and bars.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2018
Verified traveler

Convenient and helpful

The location is convenient to the waterfront, food and bus transportation. The staff is quick to respond to email messages and helped us avoid very busy parking a traffic is the city.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
The blurb mentioned a lift but there was none available to our 2nd floor room. Take an overnight bag! Otherwise excellent value for money and we would use it again.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Good hotel most i had to ride an uber for was 15 mins so pretty close to most places very easy access all comfortable bed so all in all good hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2018
Verified traveler

Sandaig Guest House

Excellent. Very helpful and friendly owners.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2018
stephen

Sherry sherry baby sherry

Really nice room shower and big bath. Was a decanter of sherry in the room which was topped up every day nice touch. My only question would be where are they never actually meet anybody from the hotel
2/10
Poor
11 Feb 2018
Paddy

Disgusted

I waited outside this guest house for 40min in the pouring rain with my partner ringing the door bell, calling the phone number left on the door to no response. The check-in times listed is between 3pm and 9pm. My partner and I were there between 7pm and 7.40pm. For a room that was booked at a rate of £130! I am absolutely discusted. Not only was it embarrassing enough to have my new partner standing waiting, but the fact I could not make ANY sort of contact with this guest house was unbelievable. The phone rang out multiple times, I left 2 voice messages. The camera/motion activated door bell was also rung several times to no response. I eventually had to find another hotel. It is now 10am the following day, and I still haven't had ANY communication with this guest house, despite the voice messages I left on their answering machine.
8/10
Excellent
08 Sep 2017
Debbie

Hotel

The room was generally clean, although the top of the curtains and behind the bedside tables were very dusty.
We had to leave a day early in a rush, as I was taken ill and needed to get home, we telephoned the owner and explained but was still charged full price for the night we didn't stay.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2017
Connie
Really lovely location! Comfortable room and bed. Nice hosts! We stayed for 7 nights, 2 adults and a teenager, doing multiple days trips.
Family
2/10
Poor
02 Aug 2017
ael

Tired, filthy, odorous...horrible.

Awful experience, tired, smelly rooms, with dust, unimaginable hair on beds, disgusting old, smelly pillows, unsecured sinks and toilet seats, health and safety issues with screws found on floor. Shocking truly. This place has reached ruination, nothing is maintained,quality control is absent. Targets mainly tourists who are unsuspecting and often naive, and preying on those who pay especially during Edinburgh fringe etc. Breakfast is a cheap concoction with cheap bread, eggs, made using microwaves!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2017
MG

Hospitality

Andy was extremely helpful. Nice location - quick easy ride to center of town by city bus. Good B&B !
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2017
Michelle

Wonderful B&B

Wow, what a delight to stay here, Andy was the perfect host, roms as pictured, fabulous B&B. Breakfast cooked fresh to order, would definitely stay here again and again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2017
Verified traveler
Nice guest house in an easy location, the owners are polite and friendly, the building is beautiful and the breakfast is worth the room rate alone :) everything was simple and easy from check in untill check out. I will recommend it to all our friends looking to stay in Edinburgh.
8/10
Excellent
24 Aug 2016
Jan

Good hotel in excellent location

Perfect location for quick & easy public transport into centre of Edinburgh. Comfortable & quiet hotel - just what was needed following busy day viewing Fringe shows/events.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2016
Verified traveler

Accomodations with easy transportation

My friends and I had been to two other cities on our UK trip before coming to the Sandaig and these were by far the most spacious. Although we were not at the city center in Edinburgh, we were very close to a bus stop which made it easy to get around to various tourist attractions. The included breakfast was also a plus. When I go back to Edinburgh, I plan to stay at the Sandaig (hopefully they won't be completely booked up!)
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2016
Wendy

Lovely guest house close to public transport

We had a lovely experience at Sandaig. The first morning we had an early start and were given a take out breakfast. The breakfasts were excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the bed comfy. We were also really well positioned near public transport, the city and the coast.

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Sandaig Guest House
5 East Hermitage Place Leith Links, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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