Pillars House
Location: 125 Constitution Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 7AE, Edinburgh, GB
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Convenient Amenities for Your Comfort
Indulge in complimentary wireless internet and seek assistance with tours and tickets. Enjoy convenient features like express check-out, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box.
Feel at Home in Stylish Guestrooms
Relax in one of our 6 guestrooms equipped with modern amenities such as refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Stay connected with free wireless internet and unwind with satellite programming.
Explore Edinburgh with Ease
Conveniently located in Leith, Pillars House is a short drive from popular attractions like Royal Yacht Britannia and Princes Street. Discover the charm of the city with ease from our well-connected location.
Book your stay at Pillars House for a memorable Edinburgh experience.
Important Information
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Policies
Check-in: 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Express check-out
- Pet-sitting services
- Free WiFi
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Designated smoking area
- Wheelchair accessible
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-out
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Free self parking
- Secured parking
- Food and water bowls
- Pet-sitting services
Rooms Available
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Family Room
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Studio Suite
1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Located on the top floor
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, electric kettle, microwave (on request), and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Location - top floor
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Family Studio Suite
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Double Room (With Extra Bed)
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Triple Room
3 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels
Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Guest Reviews
- Philip (8/5): - I didn't use the kitchen facilities so I can't rate that. But it was nice to have a room with a fridge that wasn't extremely expensive. Not only that the room had complimentary snacks and the fridge had some beverages including water, also complimentary. The room was beside the roadway with the tram, but once I was asleep, I didn't notice any noises. The bed was comfortable. Only negatives were the TV didn't work (I was only there one night so I didn't bother bringing it up with the staff) and the shower was a bit odd, because it had two shower heads, but only one was functioning and the functioning one didn't let you attach it to a rod or wall for hands free showering. Not a deal breaker, just a little unusual. A short walk from the nearest tram station, which was convenient. Close to bus stops as well, and short wak from some supermarket/grocers if you needed to buy snacks.
- Karlyn (8/5): - Very nice staff!
- Lynn (8/5): - Shops and Trams/Buses nearby. Plenty of parking. Staff friendly and helpful. Had no hot tap in bathroom but was fixed on our last stay. TV not working properly.
- George (8/5): - Excellent location. Not much sound protection. Clean and well maintained.
- T D F (10/5): Lovely staff and great location - Everything we needed was covered. The staff were very friendly, the room was comfy and well equipped. The en-suit was spotless, and the use of a kitchen downstairs was ideal. There was no shortage of complimentary snacks and drinks. Check in and check out was swift, and having parking on location was ideal. It was well connected to Edinburgh, with a tram stop near by, and plenty of local amenities. Would absolutely stay here again!
- Bola (8/5): - Accessibility to public transport, the location was perfect. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful
- Arsalan (10/5): - Great place. Craig and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Room was clean and well maintained. Great experience
- Roy (8/5): - Friendly staff and easy check-in. Easy to get to since the tram stop is just up the road. Room was small and faced the road so you hear the trams trundling past late at night and early morning. Ear plugs are provided though which were helpful. Good communal kitchen with fruit, coffee and snacks etc which was much appreciated.
- Alison (10/5): - Great place for a night or two. Close to bus and tram lines. Easy to stroll to harbour. Friendly staff.
- Alan (10/5): - I was really impressed by the level of communication from the Pillars. We had booked the room some 5 months earlier to see the military tattoo. Upon arrival, we were met by Craig, who went to great lengths to point out ways by which we could get the most of our trip to Edinburgh; eateries, pubs, clubs, etc. The room was lovely, comfy beds and lots of perks like a fridge in the room, biscuits, tea, coffee, croissants, water and other delights. The kitchen was well equipped and had yoghurt, muffins, fruit, etc, as well as water, ice and a huge fridge. There's a Tesco in easy walkibg distance and the hotel is directly on the Lieth/Airport tram route, with the tram stop being about a 4 minute walk away. Comfy, quirky, and convenient.
- Greta (10/5): Lovely stay at the Pillars - Lovely stay at the Pillars. Very friendly and informative. Use of the kitchen was very convenient, thanks. Comfy beds, slept like a log. Two minute walk from the tram stop.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great value for money. - Perfect location for the event we travelled for, tram stop into city is just outside. Room was clean and comfortable for our one night stay. Check in was easy, host was friendly and helpful. Provided us with water, croissant and the famous Irn Bru in the room. Would definitely stay again if have any other events in Edinburgh.
- Svetlana (10/5): - The property is located in a nice area, easily accessible. It does not offer a proper breakfast, but a dining space, coffee, tea, snacks, milk, bread and fruit. The hosts are really helpful. However, the price is quite high, although could not find better in Edinburgh.
- Michelle (10/5): Very spacious suite - I’ve never stayed in a hostel but I think this was a previous hostel room and it was clean and large, giving my family of 4 enough space to spread out. Also it having a full-size kitchen was very convenient again giving me some extra spaces since I’ve been with my family of 4 all week in London. And the manager was very helpful and friendly. Only complaint we had was the room was on the top of 3 floors and no elevator. So yeah there were a lot of hugging and puffing mostly by me. Overall it was a great place considering I planned this last minute and didn’t even know the fringe was going on in Edinburgh.
- Sandra (10/5): - It was easy to get to this property via the tram after getting off our train from the train station. If you are arriving by plane, you can also easily access the tram to this property too. The proximity to a tram stop makes this property a standout. When we arrived, we were greeted by Edna and her son Craig. They were both really friendly and gave us a lot advice of where to eat and what to do. We managed to go to one of Craig’s many recommendations - Fishwater for fish and chips, which was located a couple of tram stops away. The price was so reasonable and the large fish and chips order was so huge that my daughter and I ended up sharing it. It was really fantastic! Pillars House offers a continental breakfast of wrapped granola bars and wrapped jam filled croissants to enjoy in the room. They also supply you with tasty cookies to enjoy with the generous tea/coffee/hot chocolate supplies in the room. In addition, guests have access to the kitchen at all times, where there are generous supplies of assorted fruit ie apples, oranges, grapes, plums and bananas and generous supply of wrapped large muffins to supplement your breakfast or to grab as snacks throughout the day. We were impressed with the daily cleaning and refreshing of our rooms. The beds and pillows were very comfortable and the room was really quiet. We never heard our neighbours in the rooms on either side of our room for our entire 3 night stay. We highly recommend Pillars!
- Janine (10/5): - An older building and no lift but clean and comfortable. Tram stop close by. Loved the 12 noon check in.
- Susan (10/5): - We were made to feel very welcome and at home. Nice touch having fruit on the dining table for anyone to use, and croissants in room. Great location for heading into the city centre (walk or tram) or a wander round Leith.
- Sara (10/5): Beautiful Building - If you want to stay in authentic Edinburough, this is the place. This is a charming old world building with wonderful ambiance. The staff is very friendly and helped us find great places to visit during our time in the city. The hotel is located half a block from the tram station that takes you into the center of Edinburough and to the airport so it is very conveniently placed.
- Caroline (10/5): - The staff were very helpful and where willing to dog sit for us aswell. We can't express how wonderful the staff are . And it was very clean we can't thank them enough
- Yevgeniy (10/5): Very happy with this stay - We were very happy with our stay. The place is very conveniently located, in the quiet residential area with tram stop near by. The room equipped with everything you might need, small refrigerator, tv, tea maker. The different treats to compliment the tea and water in the refrigerator. You also can use well equipped kitchen downstairs and enjoy pastries and fruit for light breakfast. Everything is very clean and convenient. The owner gave us good advice about all local restaurants and more. The price is very reasonable. You can park your car in the back of the building and enjoy the town on your foot. Overall great stay!
- Kevin (6/5): - Pillar house is great for what you pay for. It was cheap but clean and the staff was great. It’s not upscale and amenities are basic. Think of an upscale hostal w/ your own clean bathroom. Great location.
- Tim (10/5): Comfortable, Clean & friendly - Met the proprietor Craig who was very friendly & informative upon arrival. The building is currently under refurbishment externally but once inside is very cozy. Room was a little dated but spotlessly clean & comfortable. Plenty of goods on offer to make yourself a continental breakfast in a very well equipped & spacious communal kitchen
- Mary (8/5): - This is an old building, full of character, with free parking. It’s in a great area close to great restaurants and bars and handy for the tram to take you to the city centre. The rooms have been renovated and it is very comfortable. The bedding looks as though it’s been washed hundreds of times but that is not a problem as everything was clean.
- Susan (10/5): - Our hosts were very helpful and accommodating, There is a full kitchen for guests use and there were always snacks, coffee and tea available. Trams to town center and the docks are right outside the door with a stop a block away. No complaints from us!
- Elaine (10/5): - I loved this place great for my people on a budget large kitchen to use free milk tea coffee fruit and muffins vert clean and wat a bonus to have a fridge in your room Laundry parking Staff are really nice Looks old and dreary but it’s not when ya get in teammate right outside loads of shops pubs restaurants in walking distance Best hotel yet
- Eric (10/5): - This property is old and dated, but it was clean, comfortable, our host was great, and it offered more amenities than most of the high priced airbnbs we stayed in on this trip. And it's right on the tram line. Leith looked like a pretty cool area to explore if we'd had more time.
- Mr Manuel (8/5): - The location is very good, with easy access to the center and public transport.
- Julia (10/5): - It was very cozy, the staff was very friendly. Very cute place, will hopefully visit again in the future! Incredibly aesthetic, very good for a couples getaway. Wonderful location, right on the tram line so very easy for exploring the city!
- judy (10/5): - A fabulous stay and a great welcome. Enjoyed the fresh fruit every morning along with the availability of a well equipped kitchen to prepare our own meals. The room was serviced daily with plenty of towels and amenities. The tram stop is near by. The room was clean and the bed comfy. Thanks
- Paul (10/5): Great place to stay in Edinburgh - Our stay was perfect. Craig is a warm and knowledgeable host who shared with us information on the history of the hotel as well as provided us with a map, restaurant recommendations (We took his recommendation and ate at The King's Wark which was great food) and gave us a tour of the room and the common space. Our room was perfect for our overnight stay. The room was in great shape and perfectly maintained (not an easy task with an older facility) Our stay was perfect and will book with Pillar House the next time we stay in Edinburgh
- Chia (6/5): convenient - Craig is very friendly when i check in The rm outdated n look old this place is near to city n tram is right at door step Parking is difficult to find
- Mohammad (6/5): - I was expecting a bigger room. I think I could hear what guests next door were saying . But the staff were really helpful and polite , the location is great ,
- Ramesh (10/5): - Beautiful Edinburgh complimented with amazing hotel with nice staff. Love it.
- Bonita (6/5): - It is certainly dated but easy access to a large kitchen. Lots of snacks and coffee. Close to a grocery store. Right on the tram line so easy from airport. One problem, it was very difficult to get the right temperature for the shower. In fact the water was scalding hot when we went to turn it off. We had to drop a bath towel in the tub to turn in off so we did not get burnt.
- Carla (10/5): - Great place to be. Very enjoyable
- Kim (8/5): - You get what you paid for, but the outstanding staff made the stay very enjoyable. They went beyond the expectations, well done.
- Trevor (10/5): - I would recommend this spot.
- Wendy (8/5): - Close to transport and quiet location.
- Benjamin (10/5): Wonderful stay - would highly recommend - Really impressed with this place, especially for the very fair price we paid. Convenient location about 200 yards from tram stop. Really spacious room which had small kitchen facility as added bonus. Staff friendly and luggage storage helpful. Only gripe was that our shower in the en suite bathroom did not work v well
- John (8/5): - Guy that checked us in was great and the property is close to the street car.
- Jonathan (10/5): Clean and comfortable - Charming older building a short walk from coffee shops, restaurants and Edinburgh’s excellent tram network and public transit. The room was tidy and serviceable, staff was friendly and responsive, all at a great price point. It’s not the Omni, to be clear, but it’s a comfortable place to use for exploring Edinburgh. Do note that there are stairs to the rooms so keep accessibility in mind.
- Vaibhavi (10/5): - Staff is really friendly and helpful. We arrived early and check in time was noon still he provided us another room for 2 hours and didn’t charge extra. Hardly recommended.
- Benjamin (10/5): - Great place with very friendly staff
- Verena (10/5): - We loved our stay, the Leith area is a great places to stay. Full of amazing bakeries and dining options. Our room had everything we needed including the best shower we had in ages!! Craig was so helpful and his list of recommendations were all great
- S (10/5): Fantastic stay - Comfortable rooms, great location for the places we were visiting. Lots of lovely complimentary extras in the room. Really helpful and friendly staff. We will definitely be back.
- Shalini (8/5): Nice stay - It was a good stay for one night.. we had to rush from the centre before 9 pm to avoid the late check in charge, which we cane to know only after booking! We did have a good night sleep. Breakfast is self catered. The kitchen facilitates were good. We were informed that TV channels didn’t work due to the work being carried out in the property. The property was not noisy 👍 It is well connected to the centre by a tram line just outside 👍 I’ll be happy to come back for a stay here again.
- Helen (4/5): - Positives: friendly staff (when around). Good sized rooms and fairly new bathrooms. Fridge in bedroom with milk, juice, cans etc. Large kitchen area to cook own food and fruit/milk etc provided. Close to Tesco and park. Negatives: Unclear how to get to the rear of the property to park and parking is touch and go whether you will get a space, especially with workmen using up spaces. Paper thin walls inside the stone building. Had to move after the first night as (what I now believe was someone in the private area below me) was watching an action film very loudly until 2am. Then the builders re-doing the roof start noisily at 8am. The next room on the same floor was quieter but only as I had an elderly lady in the room next to me. However, I could hear her coughing as if she was standing next to me. Duvets were thin and pillows very hard. There was an oil heater in the second room but my first night was chilly. Both rooms had a shower where the shower head wouldn't stay in position on the wall. Had to wash glass cups in both rooms as they had bits on them. Overall, I would not recommend - most things I could put up with but the noise issue is the deal-breaker and, for the price, it definitely is not worth all the negatives.
- Hugh (10/5): Brilliant stay - Excellent hotel, great communication, wonderful staff who were really friendly, comfortable rooms and in a wonderful location near the tram system!
- chase (8/5): - The manager there was incredibly friendly, the kitchen was clean and full of coffee, tea, and muffins. Not the most amazing location but has a tram stop to central Edinburgh a 2 minute walk away. Definitely would stay here again
- Regina (8/5): - Nice friendly welcome, warm pleasant room.
- Gary (10/5): - Great location. Comfortable bed. Well stocked fridge and snacks in room. Use of kitchen facilities very handy. Need earplugs as there is sporadic street noise at night. Ideal location for nice cafes and tram into the city.
- John (10/5): - Great location right on the tramline. Honestly for the price and location. I dont think you can complain at all. Owner was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and well stocked.
- MN (10/5): Little gem - A little gem of a find. About 200 yards from the tram stop. Last minute booking due to train delays when we had to change our plans. The check in was great. Fridge in the room had been stocked with iron bru, water, milk, and breakfadt cakes. Lovely staff. Would certainly use this venue again.
- Julian (6/5): Not for everyone - I was using the property as a base for a two night stay. If you love your creature comforts this is not the place for you. However if you just want a bed at a very reasonable price in an historical building in a capital city this could be the place. Located close to the Port of Leith with a tram stop 200m from the property which gets you into the city centre in less than 20mins it is a great base to explore from.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The Pillars was located in a nice area with pubs and restraunts. It is close to the tram and neighborhood shops. The staff were great... they provided us with infomation on local activities, and quickly responded to any questions we had. Cosy room and a nice, fully-kitted kitchen to use Would definitely stay there again
- Anthony (10/5): - Really welcoming and helpful. Safe. Looking forward to visiting again.
- Aled (10/5): - Cant fault it. Stayed here for New Years. Met a great guy called Craig who checked us all in and had great conversation and hints and tips. The room was warm and clean. Would definitely stay again.
- Alexandra (10/5): - Staff were super friendly and helpful. Location is amazing! Loads of various coffees, snacks, waters etc on offer. They truly go above and beyond. I will be coming back to stay again! Dog friendly too, which was great for me and my pup. Couldn't be made to feel anymore comfortable! Thanks so much! We will be back again
- Steeves (10/5): Sweet dreams in Edinburg - Greatest hosts in a great city! Steps away from tram.
- Angie (8/5): - You got lots of extras like biscuits cake bottles of pop bottles of water croissants tea coffee hot chocolate and the use of the kitchen if required
- Valerie (10/5): - I liked the friendly staff and how close it was to a tram stop
- W S (10/5): - Does what it says on the tin. Good simple value accomodation. Really well equipped kitchen if looking to feed yourself or family, but yet close enough to cafes and such if not. Thanks
- Amanda (10/5): Great play to stay - Really friendly and helpful, lots of advice about local places, and transport. It felt very safe. Good help yourself breakfast items, and nice selection in the room. Located very near the tram stop to the centre and the airport which was useful
- Hoi Yan (10/5): A nice place for family to stay - Staff at Pillars House are really nice and friendly. They provided excellent service and recommendations for where to visit.
- Erica (10/5): A hidden gem - Pillars House is a hidden gem, which offers fantastic value for money in a very expensive city. I thought it would be a bit basic, but it offered much more than I expected and the en suite bathroom was a pleasant surprise. We were able to do an element of self-catering using the shared kitchen and everyone we met was very friendly. Pillars House is located close to the tram line in Edinburgh, which opens up easy access to the city.
- Colin (10/5): - Great location and comfortable room.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Excellent place very confortable
- Dawn (8/5): Staff were excellent - The staff member we say went above and beyond to help us.
- Henk (10/5): - Good welcome. Very friendly service.
- Verified traveler (8/5): A good choice! - The place is close to public transportation-trams and buses which is the best thing about this place. The property manager, Craig was very helpful and friendly. He also provided some good travel tips. Room was clean and had basic amenities along with coffee and snacks. The only down side is that the walls are paper thin like many places in Europe so it is easy to disturb others and/or get disturbed by them. Caution: There are many steps to get to the room and there is no elevator so be mindful of that specially if you are carrying the heavy luggage.
- Peter (10/5): - Great host. Clean room and facilities. Location awesome with cafes /restaurants very close Port of Leith with Britannia and distillery were superb visits The trams were modern and went past front door into the heart of Edinburgh Only negative were small rooms and small set of steep stairs and tv reception was rough. But minor given all other factors
- Deborah (10/5): - great location, reasonable price. Craig was great host
- Laura (10/5): - Nice and clean room. Very convenient location during Fringe.
- Roberto (10/5): Excellent place for short stays - Nice place for short stays. Each room has plenty of coffee, tea, and biscuits. You can also use the kitchen where you can find fruit. You have your key to the main entrance. The reception was fast and cordial. Fully recommended.
- Peter (8/5): - Charming old-school little inn. Booked it because they have early check in that helped after arriving on red eye from USA. Walkable to restaurants in Leith. Nice basic room with three single beds and en suite shower. Friendly folks. Free parking in the back which is also the way in. Just what we needed (and not five stars only because I’ve stayed in some really nice hotels, with luxury appointments and chic surroundings and this is not that(.
- Tracey (10/5): - Great stay. We arrived a bit early and the room was ready. Close to a tram stop or about a 30 min walk to princes street. Plenty of shops, cafes and bars nearby.
- Bo Lin Claudia (8/5): - The host really nice and helpful.
- Karen (6/5): The Pillars - The room was ok, adequate for a couple of nights sleep. The room was clean thr beds were comfy. Coffee making stuff in our room alongside breakfast stuff. The breakfast stuff were cereal bars, croissants and small cartons of juice, not what we were expecting. You could make use of the large kitchen to make food if you so wanted. The shower was small however lots hot water there was shower gel,body lotion provided for you. On arrival to the hotel the door is locked and uou have a ring a bell for the guy to let you in. You are given a key to let yourself in when you left the hotel The huy we spoke to was very helpful answering the questions we needed to know about the trams/ Edinburgh. The hotel in situated approx 40 minute walk from Princess Street however the trams pass by it and the tram station in approx 2 minute walk from the hotel.
- Mandy (10/5): - Great place and amazing staff!
- Verified traveler (8/5): Would recommend it - Stay was really welcoming Travelled with kids and stayed for a night and nothing to fault
- Sam (10/5): - We were a very last minute reservation as our flight was unexpectedly cancelled. The owners were incredibly welcoming & kind. The rooms are small but cozy & each has an en-suite bathroom. Enormous & well equipped kitchen for all residents to use. Short walk to public transportation.
- David (8/5): - Very easy to get the Tram to the Royal Mile area. Make sure you get directions to drive to the Pillars House,
- Ekaterina (10/5): - The owner is a great guy, really friendly and helpful. The building itself is historical and creates the special authentic atmosphere. We walked to the city center - 40 minutes on foot. A fascinating place!
- Carolyn (6/5): Edinburgh visit - The person who checked us in was very helpful and the food and drink in refrigerator was nice touch. However We had a room with 3 beds , for my husband and I and our 14 year old grandson, that was smaller than expected. It also had a strange smell - like a wet dog.
- Petra (10/5): - Love this wee hotel ♥️ it’s like a good old fashioned normal hotel and not like one of the heartless chain hotels where every room looks the same. They don’t serve breakfast and that’s reflected in the price. The fridge in the room has everything you’ll need for a quick coffee in the morning and we found an excellent vegan cafe around the corner for our breakfast.
- katayoun (10/5): - This was one of the most wonderful stay that we ever had! This is a family-owned hotel! Craig is one of the nicest guys you can ever meet! He greets you kindly and gives you every possible information to help you enjoy your time. The room was spacious and very clean. They provide many snacking options and juice in your room free of charge. You can use the kitchen in common area to warm up food or even cook! Having a free washer and dryer was a triple plus! Thank you Craig! We had such an amazing time with you! Your staff is as amazing as you!
- Steve (8/5): - Excellent staff and good supplies in the room
- Clare (8/5): Overnight Stay - Clean and basic, although slightly dated. Really friendly staff and loved the complementary water, irn bru, juice, and croissants in our room. Tram stop nearby to take you in to Edinburgh, which was great
- Judy (8/5): - Could use new mattresses and pillows on bed
- Ella (10/5): - We had a comfortable stay here for the night. Craig was friendly on arrival, and it is in a good location to get around by bus or tram.
- Derek (10/5): Happy - For the money we paid , the room, amenities and the friendly welcome we got from Craig on arrival were first class.Location was excellent for buses, trams etc. Would definitely consider using again.
- Pravin (10/5): - Really very very nice place to stay. Unbelievable. you u will feel like a second home here.
- Alfred (10/5): - Friendly staff.Close to tram station.
- Linlan (10/5): Superb! 5 out of 5, 10 out of 10. - Very friendly and polite staff, provided nice choice of room with excellent view of Leith sky line and complimentary food and beverage in the fridge. Mostly very quiet and you can hear bird sing if you open the window.
- Amalia (10/5): - Pillars house was absolutely incredible! We had never been to Scotland before, and pillars house was the perfect place for us. Not only is it in a gorgeous and accessible area of town, but the host, Craig, was incredibly friendly and accommodating. His knowledge of Edinburgh saved us from wandering around looking for the best eats, in fact right when we arrived he sat us down and wrote us a list and marked a map with his favourite spots. Pillars house was truly the most homey place so far from home. All three of us who stayed there would recommended it to anyone travelling to Edinburgh in a heartbeat! And Craig, if you’re reading this, you rock!!
- Rahat (10/5): - Amazing location and hospitality. All staff members were so helpful and hotel is very clean. Tony in particularly was amazing. Definitely recommend
- Maja (10/5): - Stayed only for one night but had really good time. Room was clean and warm. Fridge was stocked with soft drinks and there is some snacks which is really nice touch. Close to everything that leith has to offer as well as centre. Would stay again.
- Calum (10/5): Superb - Fantastic stay, great value for money. Service was superb, would definitely stay again
- Tomasz (8/5): - Worth the money. Great host.
- Laura (8/5): - Very friendly and helpful host. He gave us a rundown of the city and even let us keep our car there the next day as we explored Edinburg. We appreciated having access to the kitchen and the complimentary coffee, water and snacks. Would stay there again.
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