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Alexander Guest House

We are located 1 mile south of Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Royal Mile and one ¼ miles from Waverly Railway Station on Princes Street. Perfectly located for visitors requiring vicinity to:

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Hotel information

Please take into account: The Alexander Guesthouse DO NOT ACCEPT American Express and Diners Club.
Not as a payment and not as a promise for the suite..

Room information

There is a variety of suites good for everyone’s requirements, from a single apartment to a sumptuous family en-suite suite. All the rooms of the hotel are geared and furnished to the most high standard ensuring a relaxed staying.

Food & beverage

The Dining apartment is decorated with taste in a conventional suite, with splendid cornicing and majestic furniture and accessories.
You are able to enjoy a full Scottish or Continental breakfast, vegetarians and specific requests are well served for..

Area information

Edinburgh Castle One of one of the best palaces in the world. With a Norman church, the Scottish Crown Jewels, The Stone of Destiny, the National War Memorial, a 15th century giant cannon, castle, military galleries and the Napoleonic prisons to start with. Young and ancient will love and remember the day they spend at Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh University Edinburgh Royal Infirmary The Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, also known as the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh is the oldest voluntary hospital in Scotland. Royal College of Surgeon The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh has been hallowed to the maintenance and promotion of the most high standards of surgical practice, through its keen interest in education, coaching and rigorous examination and through its liaison with external medical bodies.

Travel information

Hiking by Car From outside Edinburgh, the easiest way to get to the Alexander Guest House by auto is through the "Straiton Junction" on the City Bypass. Leave the bypass at this point and turn 1st left at the roundabout towards the "City Centre" (A701). Continue till you get to a the small roundabout at the end of Liberton Road. Take the 2nd turning on the left (effectively direct on) into Craigmillar Park Road, and continue up through two sets of traffic lights and the House is located on the right hand side 100m past the traffic lights. From the North From the Forth Road Bridge, continue along the A90 towards "Edinburgh", joining onto Queensferry Road just before the Barnton combination. Turn right at this blend onto Maybury Road and continue till it reaches the Maybury combination. Turn right and follow the signs for the "City Bypass" (A720). Once on the bypass, continue round till you see the exit marked "Straiton Junction". From the West From the M8 motorway, continue to the end of the highway to you arrive to a broad roundabout (Hermiston Gait junction). At the roundabout, take the third exit signposted "City Bypass" (A720). Continue till you get to the exit signposted "Straiton Junction". From the South/East From the A1, before you get to Edinburgh you'll find a blend signposted for "City Bypass" (A720). Take this exit (first left) and follow the A720 northbound. At the 1st roundabout (Sheriff lounge Junction), take the third turning and continue on the A720 till you get to the exit signposted "Straiton Junction". Hiking by Bus The nearest bus stop to the Guesthouse is at Mayfield Gardens. These bus stops are catered by Lothian Buses with services three, 3A, 8, 29, 31, 37 and 49 all running up/down South Bridge. Lothian Buses Travelling by Rail Waverley Station is Edinburgh's main rail terminus, with services accessing Scotland (via Scotrail) and the relaxation of the UK (via GNER and Virgin Rail). From Waverley Railway Station, the Guest House is a fifteen minute drive (by taxi) or 20 mins by bus Scotrail Travelling by Air Edinburgh Airport (to the west of the city) is well catered by regular routes to/from airports throughout the UK and Europe, with connecting flights enabling access from all over the world. We would recommend a cab to bring you directly to the holiday hotel - there are several Airport Taxis obtainable to hire from the terminal. Alternatively, there is a regular Air link bus facilities which will bring you right into the downtown.

Quick description

The Alexander Guest House is a classic Victorian Town House which provides elegant lodging, comfort and cordiality in the midst of Edinburgh. The cottage is embedded in a residential district set among a lot of lovely Victorian bungalows and townhouses with the majestic Edinburgh landmark of Arthur’s Seat offering a lively backdrop. We are located 1 mile south of Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Royal Mile and one ¼ miles from Waverly Railway Station on Princes Street. Perfectly located for visitors requiring vicinity to:

Important information

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Cancellation policy

Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to twelve: 00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. Whether cancelled later or in case of no-show, the 1st night will be charged. Kids and Extra Bed Policy: All kids are welcome. All kids under two years staying free for cots. All kids from two to 16 years are charged GBP ten. 00 per night and individual for supplementary beds. Maximum holding capacity of additional beds/babycots in a apartment is 1. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. Vat and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included. Facilities charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable. Internet connection: No internet connection access accessible. Meal Plan: Breakfast is included in the suite rate. Car park: Free social car park is obtainable on place (reservation is not possible). Pets: Pets are not allowed. The inn reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.