Highfield Guest House

Guest hou83 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 3AE, Edinburgh, United KingdomShow on map

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Exceptional

One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.

Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.9 out of 10, at 83 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 3AE.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Convenient Location Located in the heart of Newington, our guest house is just a stone's throw away from popular landmarks such as the National Library of Scotland and The Meadows.

Tech Savvy Enjoy the convenience of wired internet access and a computer station during your stay with us.

Nearby Attractions Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Edinburgh with key attractions like the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle just a short drive away.

Book your stay at Highfield Guest House and immerse yourself in the charm of Edinburgh's Newington district.

What this place offers

Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
Computer station
Horse riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Free WiFi

Rooms

9.8

Exceptional

Rated 9.8 out of 10 by 52 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.9
Service10.0
Location9.9
Rooms9.9
Amenities9.4
Value9.9
Food & drink9.4

Guests mention

Helpful staffExcellent locationGreat value for money

David
September 2025
Tremendous value and a highly enjoyable stay
I spent quite a while looking for the best combination of location, reviews, appearance, price and convenience and must confess to having been a little sceptical of the high scores I found at such a modest cost. But I…
Ashley
May 2025
Kate was fantastic at check in and checked with me the next day to see if I needed anything. Great place to stay!
Julien
April 2025
I was very happy with my stay in the end. The Guest House staff was very welcoming and helpful. I loved my room and would come back int he future.
There was some initial confusion around whether my 2-night stay included…
Olivia
May 2024
We stayed here for 2 nights and loved it! The BnB was beautiful and the host was so kind and helpful! I would most definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Daniela
May 2024
Best budget friendly choice for Edinburgh
Exceptionally clean and cozy,this guest house took me by surprise.There was nothing I didn’t like,even though I stayed in a single room with separate shower.The staff was very helpful and accommodating.They even had soya…
Jack
May 2024
Gordon, Maggie, and Kate were amazing. Not only is their guest house beautiful, but the service was second to none and made our first stay in Edinburgh a great one. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants a quiet…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

83 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 3AE, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 9.9 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 1:00 PM until 06:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

No pets

No smoking anywhere on the property

Pets. Pets not allowed

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available

Accessibility. No elevators

Guest type. LGBTQ friendly

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. A car is not required for transportation to and from this property. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly). A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Highfield Guest House

What time is check-in and check-out at Highfield Guest House?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Highfield Guest House allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is breakfast included at Highfield Guest House?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Highfield Guest House have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book Highfield Guest House?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Highfield Guest House?

83 Mayfield Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 3AE, Edinburgh.

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