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Lindsay Guest House – reviews, photos

108 Polwarth Terrace, Edinburgh EH11 1NN, Scotland
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Lindsay Guest House
Ranked #53 of 428 Edinburgh B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 148 Reviews
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  • Bus stop(7)
  • Very clean(3)
  • Free wi-fi(3)
  • Fresh fruit salad(3)
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“A reliable place to stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

Keith, the witty and sometimes humorous owner of the Lindsay Guest House, was helpful during my 3-night stay at the property with directions to places of interest in Edinburgh and such. He "may" seem intimidating upon first impression (well, at least to me initially), but once you get to talk with him you'll find him as quite a friendly and charming person. I also thoroughly enjoyed the conversations I had with him as I got an opportunity to learn a bit of Scottish history, culture, and daily life.

The Lindsay is located in a nice and quiet area close to buses that can take one directly to Edinburgh's city center within minutes, so it is really convenient. The single room I stayed in was clean and comfortable, as was the washroom. Breakfast was also tasty. All in all, I would say that I had a pleasurable experience at the Lindsay Guest House and would recommend it to others looking for a reliable place to stay while visiting Edinburgh.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Salt Lake City, Utah
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Very Helpful”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

We had a very nice stay at the Lindsay Guest House. Keith and Pamela were very helpful, we contacted them before our stay and they gave us very useful information, which saved us money and time. They were very quick in their response. The bus stop for downtown is just outside of their very nice home.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Columbia, South Carolina
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Felt like home but I didn't have to cook or clean!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2011
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person found this review helpful

Everything about the guest house was 5 star. The breakfasts were plentiful- so much that we didn't want lunch which saved us money. I even like the haggis but loved the potato waffles!The room was huge, clean, & well-supplied with tea, coffee, cookies (biscuits) & candy (sweets). Keith was very helpful when it came to figuring out the buses all over town. Our daughter's school group was performing at the festival & we were constantly having to catch the correct bus to the University and Fringe venues. We Americans loved our stay & would suggest this B & B to anyone visiting Edinburgh!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Mount Brydges ON
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“True Scottish Charm!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2011
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person found this review helpful

My new husband and I are Canadian and we stayed at the Lindsay Guest House at the end of August during the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh. The place was absolutely lovely! Our room was very spacious and beautifully decorated and the breakfasts were to die for - especially the haggis :) It was a quick 25 minute walk to the centre of town, or 10 minute bus ride with a convenient stop just steps from the front door. Keith and Pamela were fantastic hosts - very friendly and helpful - they were even able to return a forgotten i-pod to us at our hotel in London. This B&B is definitely something special and I would recommend it to all. If we make it back to Scotland in the future we will definitely stay there again!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Huddersfield, United Kingdom
1 review
“Excellent B&B we'll be back”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

Excellent B&B close to the city centre with only a 15min bus ride, friendly run, good breakfast and very large rooms, plus we enjoyed visiting the city centre to include Castle and royal mile. would look at no other B&B if and when we returned.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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108 Polwarth Terrace, Edinburgh EH11 1NN, Scotland
Price range (per night):* INR6,105 - 10,474

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