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Guest houses · Edinburgh · ★★★★

The Sandaig

📍 5 East Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8AA, United Kingdom · Show on map

Good679 reviews7.8

Photos: Booking.com

  • Internet
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking

About the property

Overlooking historic Leith Links Park, this elegant Victorian 4-star guest house is 10 minutes from Edinburgh city centre. Offering free parking and a free drink on arrival, Sandaig has good access to a regular bus service.

All of the charming rooms have flat-screen TVs, DVD players, en suite bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Rooms also provide a mini safe, ironing facilities and a tea/coffee tray. Some rooms boast luxurious four-poster or sleigh beds and power showers.

Many fine restaurants are in the stylish Leith Waterfront area, which is a 10-minute walk away.

Type
Guest houses ★★★★4-star rating
Location
EdinburghLothian
Guest rating
7.8 / 10Good · 679 reviews
Check-in
from 14:00until 19:00
Check-out
by 11:00
Pets
Not allowed
Languages spoken
Cm, English, Yu

Accepted payment methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Maestro
  • Solo
  • Cash only
  • Debit card

Good to know

  • Sandaig Guest House requests that you provide an arrival time and a contact telephone number (mobile preferred) when booking. This is because the guesthouse is not staffed 24 hours a day and may need to contact you with an access code.
  • Please note: this hotel does not accept American Express.
  • In addition, please note that upon booking, the property will charge your credit/debit card for the first night's stay.
  • Please inform The Sandaig of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Prices and availability

  • From$105cheapest night in the next 30 days
  • Usually$148typical price per night
  • Weekday / weekend$133 · $201+50% at weekends
  • Availability87 %of nights still available in the next 30 days

Pick your check-in then check-out date and we work out the price of your stay. Price per night for 2 adults, from Booking.com.

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Rooms and units

Rooms and photos from the property’s Booking.com page.

Facilities and services

  • Internetfree
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer

Room amenities

  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Socket near the bed

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Video

Internet

  • Internet services free

Parking

  • Parking nearby

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Wine/champagne extra charge

Entertainment & family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children

General

  • Family rooms
  • Heating
  • Iron
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out free
  • Luggage storage free
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & security

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box free
  • Smoke alarms

From the property’s Booking.com page. “Extra charge”: a fee may be payable on site.

Guest ratings

7.8 Good679 reviews

Could be better

  • Facilities
  • Value for money
  • Staff 8.3−0.5
  • Facilities 7.7−0.8
  • Cleanliness 8.5−0.2
  • Comfort 8.3−0.4
  • Value for money 7.6−0.6
  • Location 8.5−0.5
  • Wi-Fi 8.2−0.5

Average in Edinburgh · 1,573 rated properties

Ratings from Booking.com guests who stayed at the property.

Guest reviews

9.6 ExceptionalAverage of these 10 reviews

  • JulieUnited States · Jul 9, 2025 10Exceptional

    A little oasis in Leith

    Liked : Easy check-in and check-out, and the biscuits always available are a nice touch.

    The property is so clean, and directly across from a huge park, a bus stop is right outside the door.

    Everyone is super friendly and accommodating, and my room was large and comfortable. I stayed in an en-suite room on the ground floor that overlooked a garden and slept so well!

    • Family with young children
    • King Room
  • RoldanUnited States · May 7, 2025 10Exceptional

    Liked : It was very cozy and we were warmly greeted by Luke.

    • King Room
  • BernadetteAustralia · Dec 3, 2024 9Exceptional

    Cosy and comfortable stay in Leith

    Liked : Fantastic location, beautiful room, warm and with comfortable bed/ sofa bed, lovely well equipped bathroom, short walk to tram, even shorter walk to buses, and a very doable and interesting walk into the old town. Flexible host who allowed us to check in early (thank you). Excellent food options nearby and a really nice park across the road. Perfect! Thoughtful inclusions e g. plenty of charging options for phones/devices and little treats as well with sherry and shortbread available.

    Disliked : Can't think of anything, and there were no complaints at all.

    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
  • JulieUnited States · Jul 11, 2024 9Exceptional

    Overall good place to stay for location, comfort, and price.

    Liked : We have family in Leith plus its proximity to public transport makes it a good location for enjoying Edinburgh.

    Disliked : There was no breakfast option that I could find, and it’s a bit impersonal.

    • King Room
  • ÇağatayTürkiye · May 29, 2024 10Exceptional

    Liked : Luke were the best host we have ever met. Even though we chatted not for a long time, you really feel welcomed thanks to him.

    • King Room
  • TaraUnited States · Apr 20, 2024 8Very good

    Simple, nice, clean, safe, and comfortable accommodation with friendly staff.

    Liked : Comfortable, very clean, quiet, easy to find and check in. Luke the person on staff was extremely nice and helpful. Loved having a bath tub with ample hot water. Close to bus stop. I appreciated the extra touch of a welcome drink of Sherry and biscuits.

    Disliked : There were not any nearby restaurants, coffee shops or stores. Only one restaurant nearby on the map and it was closed. A mini-fridge in the room would be nice to store snacks since there are no nearby places to eat or drink. I would also recommend to the property to install some coat hooks by the door for the convenience of hanging coats, bags and umbrellas in the room.

    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
  • VanNetherlands · Apr 13, 2024 10Exceptional

    Liked : The staff was amazing and made us feel like home from the moment we entered the hotel!

    • Family with young children
    • King Room
  • PiersUnited Kingdom · Mar 22, 2024 10Exceptional

    Liked : Great location and was able to park more or less outside (on this occasion). Short walk to restaurants and a little further to waterside area of Leith. Didn't use it but tram also runs nearby to take you into central Edinburgh. Great sized room with lovely bathroom. Amazing value for money. No breakfast but would highly recommend the Dispensary coffee shop nearby.

    Disliked : Nothing.

    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
  • UziIsrael · Jul 30, 2023 10Exceptional

    excellent

    Liked : we would like to mention the warm welcome and professional assistance that we received from Luke.

    • King Room
  • LoreliUnited States · Jun 11, 2023 10Exceptional

    Lovely place to stay.

    Liked : The location is great. Walking distance to Leith Park, Pier and Pubs.

    • Superior Double Room

Reviews published on Booking.com by guests who stayed at the property.

Location

5 East Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8AA, United Kingdom

Directions

Things to see nearby

  • Leith Academy Sports Grounds 360 m6 min walk
  • Seafield Recreation Ground 1.4 km23 min walk
  • Montgomery Street Park 1.4 km24 min walk
  • Hopetoun Crescent Garden 1.6 km26 min walk
  • Oceanplay 1.7 km25 min walk
  • Lethem Park 1.8 km27 min walk

Restaurants and cafés

  • Bijou Bistro 190 m3 min walk
  • Oriental Delight 210 m4 min walk
  • Twelve Triangles Kitchen Table 290 m5 min walk
  • Marksman Bar 510 m8 min walk
  • Bowlers Rest 530 m7 min walk
  • The Central Bar 550 m9 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley station 2.5 km6 min drive
  • Haymarket 4.4 km12 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport 10 km30 min drive
  • Dundee Airport 54 km71 min drive
  • Glasgow Airport 79 km70 min drive

Places and distances from Booking.com (straight-line distances, times are approximate). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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