Highfield
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
6.6COSY
Hosts Kate, Maggie, and Gordon bring a warmly personal touch to this quiet Edinburgh guest house, where comfortable beds, thoughtfully stocked rooms with tea and coffee, and hand-annotated bus maps make guests feel looked after from the moment they arrive.
How the cosy score works →Why it scores 6.6, from guest reviews
- Named hosts (Maggie, Gordon, Kate) offering warm, personal service with thoughtful touches like warming soup and marking bus routes on maps
- Small-scale guest house with comfortable beds, tea/coffee in rooms, quality toiletries, and attentive restocking throughout stays
- Quiet, safe neighbourhood setting with intimate rooms described as 'lovely' and 'beautiful', creating a homely rather than corporate atmosphere
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A strong fit for boutique character, peace and quiet and getting off the beaten track. Guests point to small-scale guest house run by named hosts Maggie, Gordon and Kate offering warm, personal service with thoughtful touches rather than.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Highfield located?
- Highfield is a guest house in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, situated in a quiet, safe neighbourhood within a 5–35 minute walk of bus stops that connect to the city centre and attractions like the Royal Mile.
- How cosy is Highfield?
- Highfield has a cosy score of 6.6 out of 10, offering clean, comfortable rooms with quality beds and thoughtful touches like tea and coffee facilities, though it's a modest guest house rather than a luxury retreat.
- What are guests saying about the hosts at Highfield?
- Guests consistently praise the hosts, Maggie, Gordon, and Kate, for being welcoming, helpful, and generous with local advice on transport, restaurants, and getting around Edinburgh, making stays feel personal and well-informed.
- Are the rooms at Highfield clean and comfortable?
- Yes; guests highlight very clean rooms, comfortable beds, quality toiletries, and useful in-room amenities like tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer, and a marked map of Edinburgh with bus routes.
- Does Highfield include breakfast?
- Breakfast is not included, though guests note the hosts offer excellent recommendations for nearby cafés and restaurants, and there's a small deli across the street for convenient options.
- Is Highfield good for exploring Edinburgh during festivals?
- Yes; whilst a 20–35 minute walk to some venues, Highfield's proximity to multiple nearby bus stops makes it practical for festival-goers, and the hosts provide valuable transport advice to help you navigate the city efficiently.
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