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8.6 / 10 Guest Rating

Bala House

1 b Mayfield Terrace, Edinburgh, gb

Bala House - main view

About the Property

Convenient Location
Bala House, nestled in Edinburgh, offers proximity to major attractions like the University of Edinburgh and the National Museum of Scotland, making it an ideal choice for travelers wanting to explore the city.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi throughout the property and nearby parking, ensuring a comfortable stay. The guest house also provides easy access to popular landmarks such as the Royal Mile and Camera Obscura.

Nearby Attractions
With Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse just a short distance away, guests can immerse themselves in the city's rich history and vibrant cultural scene. Book your stay at Bala House for a memorable Edinburgh experience.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Cashless payment available
Invoice provided

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:30 AM

Property Notes

Please note, guests will incur a late check-in fee of GBP 20 after 23:00.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.6
Excellent219 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location.

Categories

Cleanliness8.3
Service9.1
Location8.8
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.4
Value for Money8.6
Food and Beverage8.3
Overall Experience8.8

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AndreiagbGB
Verified booking
solo traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 23, 2025

"Amazing, wonderful...."

10.0

I did not have breakfast.

I don't have anything to say , everything was wonderful.

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AlenaruRU
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 15, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Everything was great, the room is clean and nice. Easy to go to the city center and Arthur’s seat

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HéloïsebeBE
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 10, 2025

"Lovely"

10.0

Great location close to Arthur's Seat and very easy to get into the city centre!

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HelengbGB
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 2, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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CharliegbGB
Verified booking
review category business travellers
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 13, 2025

"Cosy, clean room"

9.0

Cosy, clean room

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KittygbGB
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 5, 2025

"Great value for money"

8.0

Nadia was super friendly. Free parking was amazing, and it was super clean. It's half an hour walk, so everything is still in walking distance. The location is pretty quiet, which is nice.

The pillows on the bed are uncomfortable (but that's just our opinion. Maybe someone else would love them. The temperature in the shower fluctuates, and the bathroom temperature is pretty cold. All minor things, I would definitely stay here again.

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RuthgbGB
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 30, 2024

"Superb"

9.0
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MatthewgbGB
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 25, 2024

"Cozy little Edinburgh appartment"

9.0

The property was cozy and the location was perfect for a short stay in Edinburgh. It had all the facilities we needed. The lady that showed us the room was very kind and gave us some good information of things to do. She even refilled our coffees and teas after our first night.

Wasn’t very soundproof. Neighbours were elephants.. not really the appartments fault.

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JolantagbGB
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 18, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0

Very nice and clean room. Good size. Lovely comfortable bed, but I think it could be a bit too small for others. Staff amazing, quickly answer for any questions before we arrived. Close by is a bus station but also you can walk to centre about 30min. Quiet Lovely place.

Just a bit too noisy toilet fan.

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TinabgBG
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 16, 2024

"Cold outside and inside"

4.0

Nice landlady, friendly. The property was close to bus stop. It was clean and cleaned regularly.

We decided to be eco and for 4 night stay to save changing towels, but there was only one towel per person - you use it for your face, hands, body, hair. The towel was always wet because of the low temperature and high humidity in the room. With the outside temperature below zero, the heating in the room was turned on for 2-3 hours a day, and one night almost missed it if I hadn't asked for it. When you've been outside all day and you're getting cold, you expect to come back to your room and warm up. I understand that the locals are tough people and wear t-shirts and shorts in the winter, but for people from the southern parts of the continent, 16 degrees room temperature is uncomfortable. The shower pressure in the bathroom was tragic. It was hard to shower, and washing your hair was a lost cause. After two uses, the leaking water heater completely stopped working. I reported the problem to the landlady by SMS but there was no response and we did not bathe for the next two days. The lack of soundproofing and the lack of shelves in the closet are the least of the problems. I hope this review is useful.

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