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Queen Charlotte Guesthouse

A family-run guesthouse in Edinburgh's New Town, offering spacious, beautifully decorated rooms and a prime location for exploring the city.

  • Walkable to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Old Town
  • Family-friendly spacious rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
8.6 Great 1292 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 1292 reviews

About

Queen Charlotte Guesthouse

Queen Charlotte Guesthouse sits in Edinburgh's New Town, within easy reach of the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Old Town. This 3-star guesthouse offers a home-away-from-home feel with tastefully decorated rooms that blend modern comforts with historic charm.

Guests can enjoy amenities like Wi-Fi, express check-in/out, and tea and coffee facilities. The guesthouse is close to shopping venues like the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market, making it a convenient base for both leisure and exploring the city.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Prime city location — Just a short walk to the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Old Town, and close to the Sunday Stockbridge Food Market.
  • Spacious family rooms — Multiple reviews highlight the large, comfortable family rooms, ideal for groups of three or more.
  • Comfortable beds and showers — Guests frequently praise the exceptionally comfortable beds and excellent showers in the rooms.
  • Responsive and helpful staff — Guests note the staff and host's helpfulness and quick communication, enhancing the overall experience.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No on-site parking — The guesthouse does not offer its own parking, so you'll need to rely on public parking nearby.
  • Pets not allowed — If you're traveling with a pet, this property isn't suitable.
  • Breakfast off-site — Breakfast is not served in-house; instead, there's a nearby cafe collaboration for breakfast.
  • Check-in window starts at 16:00 — If you arrive earlier, you may need to wait or arrange your schedule accordingly.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Deluxe Family Room

  • 1 King-size bed,1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed,1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Deluxe Double Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed,1 Double bed,2 Single beds
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • No smoking on site
  • Heating
  • 24-hour security
  • Express check-in/ -out

Room Amenities

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Ironing facilities
  • Dining table
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 1292 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 1,292 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 1292 reviews
8.6Verified guest

“The location was just off the centre, close to restaurants and shopping. Our room was beautiful and the bed exceptionally comfortable—a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The staff were helpful and pleasant.”

8.6Verified guest

“The staff were helpful and pleasant.”

8.6Verified guest

“I loved my stay at this deluxe hotel—immaculately clean and gorgeous rooms. I booked a room with an extremely comfy bed, television, coffee/tea makers, and an iron and ironing board. The vibe here was family...”

8.6Verified guest

“My previous stay in Edinburgh was nice, but this place was great with its spacious, beautiful family room and cosy atmosphere. The location was perfect, just a short walk to all the attractions, and the host was super responsive.”

8.6Verified guest

“Such an amazing location! Super easy access to the hotel and the room. I loved the clean and charming beautiful family room, perfect for 3 people! Instant communication with the host, and we even got some wafers when we arrived—yum! The shower in the cute bathroom was super nice too. The beds were comfy.”

8.6Verified guest

“Spacious family room with a comfy bed and a great shower! Location was spot on for exploring and convenient access.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh New Town: The guesthouse sits in the elegant New Town, a UNESCO-listed area known for its Georgian architecture, wide streets, and proximity to shopping and dining.

Royal Mile: Just a short walk away, the Royal Mile connects Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, lined with historic attractions, shops, and eateries.

Edinburgh Old Town: A 5-minute drive takes you to the Old Town, where you'll find the city's medieval heart, including the castle and vibrant street life.

45 Queen Street Queen Charlotte Guesthouse, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH2 3NH, United Kingdom

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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 16:00-23:00
Check-out
By 03:00-10:00
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
13 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:00. Check-out is between 03:00 and 10:00.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is not served on-site, but the guesthouse collaborates with a nearby cafe for breakfast.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at Queen Charlotte Guesthouse.

Is there parking available?

The guesthouse does not provide on-site parking, so you'll need to find public parking nearby.

Does the guesthouse offer Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

The bottom line

A well-located, comfortable guesthouse for exploring Edinburgh’s New Town and Old Town, especially suited for families needing space. The lack of parking and off-site breakfast may require some planning.

8.6Best for families wanting space and easy access to Edinburgh's top sights.

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