Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Heating
Guest house · Edinburgh · Edinburgh
Atlas Guest House
A traditionally decorated guest house on a quiet street in Edinburgh's New Town, close to the festival and shops.
- Rated 9.5 for staff
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
- Quiet, central location
8.4
Great
812 reviews
Booking.com 8.4 · 812 reviews
About
Atlas Guest House
Atlas Guest House sits on London Street in Edinburgh's New Town, a short walk from the city centre, the festival and the shops. The building keeps a traditional charm, with period details like large old-fashioned windows and a garden area.
Rooms are simple but neat, with heating and flat-screen TVs, and the guest house offers luggage storage and housekeeping. It's a small, no-frills base with a warm, personal feel.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Staff consistently praised — Guests mention friendly and helpful hosts, with a 9.5 staff rating — the highest category score.
- Quiet yet central — A short walk from the city centre, festival and shops, yet described as quiet and beautiful.
- Clean and traditional rooms — Rooms are described as clean, simple, and elegantly decorated with a traditional charm.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- No pets allowed — The guest house has a strict no-pets policy, so plan accordingly if travelling with an animal.
- Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 14:00 and 23:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
- Private bathrooms not guaranteed — While one review mentions a private bathroom, room amenities only list heating — so some rooms may share facilities.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Heating
Triple Room
- 3 Single beds
- Heating
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
Quadruple Room
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
Family Room
- 3 Single beds
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
Services
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Security
Family
- Cots
Outdoor
- Garden area
Policies
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 812 reviews
Booking.com · 8.4 · 812 reviews
8.4Verified guest“Rooms with a traditional decor.”
8.4Verified guest“The staff are all nice and pleasant.”
8.4Verified guest“Clean venue with a great and lovely location to Scotland's wonderful capital for the first time.”
8.4Verified guest“The quiet and huge guest room with private bathroom was fabulous. The services were good.”
8.4Verified guest“I had a functional and tastefully decorated guest room. The staff were pleasant and super friendly with questions. The hotel had an excellent and absolutely perfect location just next door to the New Town, the festival and shops. The seafood restaurant The Chippy by Spencer was 400 metres away from the place.”
8.4Verified guest“The location is perfect, just a short walk from everything. The staff were super friendly and cute. The room was simple but elegant with beautiful decor. Everything was clean, and we really appreciated the large old-fashioned window.”
04 — Location
Getting around Edinburgh
The property sits in Edinburgh.
New Town: The guest house is right next to Edinburgh's New Town, a UNESCO-listed area of Georgian architecture, with easy access to the festival and shops.
City Centre: A short walk from the city centre, where you'll find the main attractions, dining, and nightlife.
Royal Yacht Britannia: About 2.6 km away, the Royal Yacht Britannia is a popular attraction for visitors.
30 London Street Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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 14:00-23:00
- 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
- 11 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
Is there parking available?
No parking information is provided for this property.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Atlas Guest House.
Does the guest house have Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Can I store my luggage?
Yes, luggage storage is provided, and guests have mentioned the staff kindly kept their bags for late flights.
Is breakfast included?
The amenities list does not include breakfast, so it may not be offered.
The bottom line
A solid, budget-friendly choice for travellers who value a quiet, central location and genuinely friendly service over frills. The traditional decor and clean rooms make it a dependable base for exploring Edinburgh.
8.4Best for: couples, solo travellers, and small groups wanting a simple, well-located guest house.
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