Hermitage Guest House
A modest, carpeted guest house overlooking Leith Links, the Hermitage offers clean attic rooms, a cooked breakfast that earns quiet praise, and the occasional small kindness, such as Tina posting a forgotten jacket back to its owner, though warmth of welcome can be decidedly variable.
How the cosy score works →Why it scores 5.4, from guest reviews
- Warm personal service from Tina (Zhang) who posted a forgotten jacket home
- Comfortable beds and cooked breakfasts praised across multiple reviews
- Small-scale family-run guesthouse with attic rooms and park views
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A strong fit for boutique character and walking everywhere. Guests point to small family-run guesthouse with personal touches like the owner posting back a forgotten jacket to a guest and multiple guests mentioned shops, restaurants, pubs and places of interest within walking distance, with good local bus service to the.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hermitage Guest House located?
- Hermitage Guest House is in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, in a quiet location with views over the park and within walking distance of Leith's shops, pubs and restaurants. The area has excellent local bus connections.
- How cosy is Hermitage Guest House?
- Hermitage Guest House has a cosy score of 5.4 out of 10. It's a small, traditional guest house with period features like carpets and wallpaper throughout, though some guests find the décor quite dated.
- What's the breakfast like at Hermitage Guest House?
- Breakfast at Hermitage Guest House is well-regarded, with guests praising the cooked offering. The hosts are attentive to dietary needs, they've provided gluten-free bread and cater thoughtfully to individual requirements.
- Are the beds and rooms comfortable at Hermitage Guest House?
- Guests consistently praise the comfortable beds and cleanliness of the rooms at Hermitage Guest House. Rooms are small and some are in the attic with sloped ceilings, but they're tidy and well-maintained.
- What's the service like at Hermitage Guest House?
- Service is mixed but often warm. Some guests report very friendly and accommodating hosts who go the extra mile, whilst others note a more reserved check-in process. The family-run atmosphere tends to be relaxed and informal.
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