Dalmore Lodge
This welcoming Victorian guest house near Edinburgh Zoo wins guests over with comfortable, well-kept rooms, made-to-order breakfasts, attentive owners who treat visitors more like houseguests than paying customers, and the kind of easy-going, self-sufficient atmosphere, unlimited tea and coffee, shared kitchen, free parking on the doorstep, that makes it feel reassuringly like a home rather than a hotel.
How the cosy score works →Why it scores 6.3, from guest reviews
- Owner Scott, Iain and Dot provide warm, personal, available service that guests describe as making them feel 'at home
- Shared facilities (kitchen, dining room, unlimited tea/coffee) and self-serve breakfast create an intimate, homely atmosphere rather than corporate check-in
- Guests repeatedly mention comfort, cleanliness, and a 'home away from home feeling' in Victorian guest house setting
Best for
A strong fit for boutique character, peace and quiet and history and character. Guests point to owner-run Victorian guest house with personalized service from Scott, Iain and Dot that guests describe as feeling more like a home.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dalmore Lodge located?
- Dalmore Lodge is a Victorian guest house in Edinburgh, situated right opposite Edinburgh Zoo with excellent bus links to the city centre (about 20 minutes) and the airport, plus good free parking nearby.
- How cosy is Dalmore Lodge?
- Dalmore Lodge has a cosy score of 6.3 out of 10, offering a clean, bright, home-away-from-home atmosphere rather than luxury frills.
- What is the service like at Dalmore Lodge?
- Guests consistently praise the personalised service from the owners, Iain and Dot, who are genuinely available to chat and help, one visitor described it as outstanding, noting they felt made to feel at home rather than like hotel guests.
- Is breakfast good at Dalmore Lodge?
- Yes; breakfast is made to order, tasty, and represents excellent value for money, with guests even invited to help themselves from the fridge whenever they liked.
- Is Dalmore Lodge good for independent travellers?
- Absolutely, the lodge offers keycode entry with no reception desk, giving you complete independence for check-in and check-out, and rooms come with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
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