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Kingsway Guest House

A comfortable 4-star guest house in Edinburgh’s Newington area, offering free private parking and easy access to the city centre.

  • Free private parking on site
  • Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • 7-minute walk to St Marks Unitarian Church
8.8 Great 169 reviews Booking.com 8.8 · 169 reviews

About

Kingsway Guest House

Kingsway Guest House is a 4-star property in Edinburgh’s Newington area, about a 7-minute walk from St Marks Unitarian Church. It offers free private parking on site, which is a practical advantage for guests arriving by car.

The guest house provides Wi-Fi throughout, a range of room types, and a breakfast that has earned a 9 out of 10 rating from previous guests. Staff are frequently mentioned for their helpfulness, making it a solid base for both sightseeing and business trips.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Free private parking — On-site parking is available at no extra cost, a genuine advantage in a city where parking can be expensive and hard to find.
  • High-scoring breakfast — The dining experience earns a 9 out of 10 from guests, with several reviews praising the quality and special touches like gluten-free options and haggis.
  • Helpful and friendly hosts — Lizzie and Gary, the owners, are frequently described as accommodating and informative, offering sightseeing tips and directions.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Rooms are noted as clean, light, and spacious, with guests mentioning recent renovations and well-furnished interiors.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 16:00 to 18:00, which may be inconvenient for arrivals outside these hours.
  • No pets allowed — The guest house does not permit pets, which may be a drawback for travellers with animals.
  • Distance from city centre — The city centre is a 45-minute walk away, though a bus ride is easy. Guests should plan for travel time.
  • Check-out at 10:00 — A relatively early check-out time of 10:00 may require an early start on departure day.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Board games

Room Amenities

  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Carpeted floor

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Golf course

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.8
Great 169 reviews

Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 169 reviews

Booking.com · 8.8 · 169 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness8.0
Location9.0
Dining9.0
Price and service8.0
8.8Verified guest

“Convenient location for my trip, with adequate and easy parking. The owners and staff were friendly and very helpful. Rooms were light, spacious, and spotless. The food was delicious.”

8.8Verified guest

“Breakfast was excellent, and the ensuite was great. Good location, and the people were informative and friendly.”

8.8Verified guest

“We had a cozy double room with wonderful views, and we really enjoyed the whiskey tasting experience. Lizzie and Gary were very hospitable.”

8.8Verified guest

“The service was very good, and we were given a free room upgrade. The new Spa Building was modern and stylish. Breakfast was included, and they accommodated our gluten-free diet with delicious bread. The bathrooms had a separate bathtub and shower, which was easy for my older parents to use.”

8.8Verified guest

“Lizzie and Gary are absolutely wonderful—very accommodating and helpful with sightseeing suggestions and directions. Our guestroom was perfect: recently redone, comfortable, and well-furnished. We couldn't have asked for a better place for our weekend in Edinburgh.”

8.8Verified guest

“The owners were very helpful and gave useful information. The parking facilities made it much easier to enjoy Edinburgh without the cost of city centre parking. The centre is an easy bus ride away or a 45-minute walk.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

St Marks Unitarian Church: Just a 7-minute walk away, this local landmark is an easy stroll from the guest house.

City Centre: Edinburgh's centre is reachable by a 45-minute walk or a short bus ride, as noted by a guest.

Local Parks and Rosslyn Chapel: Guests have explored nearby parks and made trips to Rosslyn Chapel, with the hosts offering directions and suggestions.

5 East Mayfield, Newington, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH9 1SD, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 16:00-18:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

Is parking available at Kingsway Guest House?

Yes, free private parking is available on site, as confirmed by the property details and guest reviews.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 18:00, and check-out is at 10:00.

Are pets allowed at the guest house?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Does the guest house offer breakfast?

Yes, breakfast is served and has received high ratings from guests, with options for special diets like gluten-free on request.

Is there Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

The bottom line

Kingsway Guest House is a reliable choice for travellers who value free parking, a hearty breakfast, and welcoming hosts. The short check-in window and distance from the centre are minor trade-offs for a comfortable stay in a quiet part of Edinburgh.

8.8Based on guest reviews and property details

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