The Victorian Town House

9.4
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

14A Eglinton Cres, Edinburgh EH12 5DD, United Kingdom

+44 131 337 7088

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Hotel Description

The Victorian Town House, located at 14A Eglinton Cres, Edinburgh EH12 5DD, United Kingdom, is a charming 1870s B&B nestled in the scenic West End district. With a prime location, it is just a 7-minute walk from the Haymarket railway station and a 14-minute stroll to Dean Gardens, making it an ideal base for exploring the vibrant city. Guests will appreciate the proximity to Edinburgh Castle, a mere 1.3 miles away, and other key attractions. The hotel exudes a refined, traditional atmosphere, offering a perfect blend of historical charm and modern comforts. Facing a peaceful small park, it provides a tranquil escape from the bustling city, all while being within easy reach of public transport and key destinations. The hotel’s design reflects classic Victorian elegance, featuring warm, inviting spaces that create a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. The rooms are equally impressive, with three spacious, traditional rooms, each designed for comfort and relaxation. All rooms come with en suite bathrooms, comfy sofas, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Guests can enjoy a complimentary full Scottish, continental, or vegetarian breakfast, served in the hotel’s dining room, which offers a lovely view of the garden. For those seeking a peaceful retreat with convenient access to the heart of Edinburgh, The Victorian Town House is an excellent choice.
The hotel offers a variety of special amenities, designed to enhance the guest experience. In addition to free Wi-Fi, each room is thoughtfully equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, ensuring guests can enjoy a hot beverage at their leisure. While the property does not offer a fitness center, spa, or swimming pool, it makes up for it with its exceptional location and outstanding customer service. A smoke-free property, it ensures a clean and comfortable environment for all guests. The hotel's commitment to guest comfort is further evident in its focus on providing all the essentials needed for a stress-free stay.
Accessibility is a key feature of The Victorian Town House. Its proximity to public transportation options, including a 6-minute walk to the nearest public transit and a 7-minute walk to Haymarket station, ensures that guests can easily explore the city. Edinburgh Airport is just 20 minutes away by taxi, while Glasgow Airport is around 1 hour and 17 minutes by taxi. The hotel is conveniently located for those traveling to and from major transportation hubs, making it a perfect choice for both business and leisure travelers.
Health and safety are always a priority at The Victorian Town House. The property is committed to ensuring a safe and comfortable stay for all guests. Stringent hygiene practices are followed, and the hotel’s smoke-free policy further contributes to a clean and safe environment. Guests can feel confident in their well-being throughout their stay.
Guests staying at The Victorian Town House can take advantage of several nearby activities and experiences. With the city’s cultural heart just a short walk away, guests can explore iconic landmarks such as Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Mile, and Holyrood Palace. For those seeking outdoor adventure, Arthur's Seat offers spectacular views of the city and Firth of Forth, just a 22-minute walk away.
Nearby, guests can enjoy a wide variety of dining options. The Palmerston, First Coast Restaurant, Fava Restaurant - Greek Kitchen, Mia Italian Kitchen Dalry, and NAM offer a range of cuisines from Mediterranean to Vietnamese, all within a short taxi ride from the hotel. Each restaurant provides a unique dining experience, showcasing some of Edinburgh’s finest culinary offerings.
The Victorian Town House offers everything needed for an enjoyable and memorable stay in Edinburgh. Whether you are here for business or leisure, the hotel’s rich history, excellent location, and thoughtful amenities ensure a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The inviting atmosphere, combined with close proximity to top attractions, makes this B&B a perfect choice for your visit to Edinburgh. We warmly invite you to experience the comfort and charm of The Victorian Town House, where every stay is a delightful escape into history and luxury.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to Dean Village and the Dean Gallery

2. 6 min walk to nearest public transit

3. Guests praised the breakfast for its quality and variety

4. Historic 1870s Victorian building with charming traditional rooms

5. Complimentary Scottish, continental, or vegetarian breakfast served daily

6. Located near Edinburgh Castle and other cultural landmarks

7. Smoke-free and pet-free environment ensuring a comfortable stay

8. Close proximity to Edinburgh's popular Royal Mile

9. Tranquil park-facing location in the vibrant West End district

10. Accessible by public transit with easy access to major airports


8.4 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Edinburgh Castle
13 min
National Museum of Scotland
10 min
Royal Mile
12 min
Palace of Holyroodhouse
14 min
Arthur's Seat
22 min

Nearest locations

Fava Restaurant - Greek Kitchen
3 min
NAM
4 min
Forage & Chatter
4 min
La Bruschetta
4 min
Chizuru Tei
4 min
First Coast Restaurant
5 min
La Casa Dalry
5 min
The Palmerston
6 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Location rating8.4
Nearest airportEdinburgh Airport
Travel time to airport20 min

Location

14A Eglinton Cres, Edinburgh EH12 5DD, United Kingdom

Airports:

Edinburgh Airport

Taxi: 20 min

Transit: 24 min

Glasgow Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 17 min

Transit:

Edinburgh Waverley

Taxi: 13 min

Walking: 33 min

Haymarket

Walking: 7 min

Walking: 6 min

West Maitland Street (Stop HD)

Walking: 7 min


Nearby locations

8.4

Excellent Location

Facing a small park, this refined 1870s B&B in the West End district is a 7-minute walk from the Haymarket railway station and a 14-minute walk from Dean Gardens. Edinburgh Castle is 1.3 miles away.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Pets

No pets

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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Allan W

5/5
If you want to experience the friendliest and most helpful and generous host of a B&B then come here. Aileen was amazing right from the start with a great sense of humour and we immediately felt right at home. …

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Susannah R

5/5
This was my 2nd time staying here and it was just as fantastic as the first. Aileen is a wonderful hosts and welcomes every guest as if they are family. …

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ELLEN W

5/5
This is why I always research on TripAdvisor before a trip. We find jewels like the Victorian Town House. Conveniently located, price reasonable, breakfast was fantastic, rooms large, unique and clean.  …

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James D

5/5
We spent 3 nights with Aileen a fabulous host, bubbling with personality. We felt at home within minutes of arriving. …

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Jayne F

5/5
After a long day of travelling, it was lovely to be welcomed into this B&B by Aileen, checking with us to see if the room was warm enough and providing information about the eateries within walking distance. …

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J McNeill

5/5
Excellent BnB, huge room, love the decor of the room, the curtains were nice and dark so helped us get a good sleep before a busy day out, shower was lovely and hot and nice soft towels. Aileen's (the host) breakfast was superb, scottish fry up awesome! Plus fresh fruit, yoghurt, toast, cereal.. she looked after us so well and we had some really nice chats about all sorts. Bus and trams nearby, but we walked everywhere, it's very peaceful area to start in before the busy centre. Overall I would give full marks, also have given Aileen a hug if it hadn't been for Covid, she set us up for the day ahead throughout and made the stay all the better.

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Kana Emery

1/5
It’s been a long time since December of 2021 but I still can’t shake the fear I felt of the night staff member watching me sleep until I yelled at him. I hid in the toilet until enough time seemed to have passed for the person on duty changed. The morning staff had told me nobody could’ve done it as only the night staff had the master key and ignored my concern… for any young women who enjoy solo traveling I would not recommend. Maybe somewhere larger with more staff + accountability

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Glenn G

5/5
Located in a residential area a few blocks from the Haymarket train station (convenient for a traveler for airport since the 100 Airlink bus stops a short four blocks away as does the tram). Rooms are spacious and large bath.  …

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Chris Curtis

5/5
Beautiful old house in Edinburgh. Large rooms and comfortable beds. The host, Aileen was super friendly and helpful, and served up fantastic breakfasts. We enjoyed the complimentary Whisky and chocolates. We were able to easily walk into the city and to Murrayfield Stadium. Will definitely stay here next time we visit Edinburgh.

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Susan B

5/5
Spent two nights in Edinburgh at the Victorian Townhouse and cant speak highly enough of the accommodation and the lovely Aileen who was welcoming and went out of her way to make our stay memorable. Spacious rooms, great breakfast and easy walk to town. Highly recommended.