Alpha Guest House

Hotel
3 stars
19 Old Dalkeith Road, EH16 4TE, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
+44 131 258 0810
8.7
Excellent
based on 525 reviews
525 verified ratings
Mon 11/5
-
Tue 12/5
1 room, 2 guests
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About Alpha Guest House

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With a stay at Alpha Guest House in Edinburgh, you'll be a 5-minute drive from Royal Infirmary and 7 minutes from Real Mary King's Close. This guesthouse is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from University of Edinburg...

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Check-in time2:00 PM
Check-out time10:00 AM
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+44 131 258 0810

Perks and amenities at Alpha Guest House

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Alpha Guest House
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms available

General

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • 24hr front desk
  • Hairdryer
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Reviews for Alpha Guest House

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Alpha Guest House, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 525 reviews of Alpha Guest House to date. Review data was last updated on 4 May 2026.
8.7
Very good525 verified ratings
8.6Couples
9.1Solo
8.9Families
8.7Friends
Pros +
  • A short bus journey into Edinburgh centre. (in 21 reviews)
  • Alpha Guest House is lovely. (in 3 reviews)
  • "Excellent location for visiting the Royal Infirmary, or city centre" (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • Very small sink in bathroom. (in 12 reviews)
  • Nothing to not like! (in 7 reviews)
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Alpha Guest House is located at 19 Old Dalkeith Road in the $[0, article:'genitive ']$[0, place:'genitive'] neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 4 May 2026.

Most Popular Landmarks

Carlton Cricket Club

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2.8 km

Surgeon's Hall

6 mins drive

3.0 km

Holyrood Park

17 mins drive

8.1 km

Gilmerton Cove

6 mins drive

3.6 km

People's Story Museum

8 mins drive

3.6 km

Carlton Cricket Club

5 mins drive

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Surgeon's Hall

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Holyrood Park

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8.1 km

Gilmerton Cove

6 mins drive

3.6 km

People's Story Museum

8 mins drive

3.6 km

Public Transportation

Edinburgh Waverley Station

8 mins drive

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8 mins drive

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Rental Cars

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Closest Airports

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

28 mins drive

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Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport

28 mins drive

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  • How far is Alpha Guest House from Greyfriars Kirk?

    Alpha Guest House is a walkable distance (3.1 km) from Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh.

  • Is Alpha Guest House close to Usher Hall?

    The distance from Alpha Guest House to Usher Hall is 3.8 km.

FAQs when booking at Alpha Guest House

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Alpha Guest House. FAQs were last updated on 4 May 2026.

  • How close is Alpha Guest House to the nearest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    There are 22 km between the closest airport, Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, and Alpha Guest House. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 17m with a normal traffic flow. It’s important to take high traffic times into consideration, especially in metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Alpha Guest House?

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Alpha Guest House from the Edinburgh city center?

    The center of Prestonfield, Edinburgh, is just 0.6 km away from the front doors of Alpha Guest House. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as Waterloo Place, which you can get to from Alpha Guest House using any means of transportation.

  • What is the Alpha Guest House phone number?

    For assistance regarding your reservation at Alpha Guest House please call +44 131 258 0810.

  • Does Alpha Guest House have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Alpha Guest House has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Alpha Guest House?

    The standard check-out time at Alpha Guest House is 10:00 AM. Guests can usually check-in from 2:00 PM. Special arrangements may be available if discussed with the front desk.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Alpha Guest House?

    For the best chance to save money on your Alpha Guest House reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 114).

  • In what area of Edinburgh is Alpha Guest House located?

    Alpha Guest House is located within the South area of Edinburgh. Utilize the map on this page to understand where Alpha Guest House is in relation to the rest of Edinburgh.

  • How far is Alpha Guest House from Greyfriars Kirk?

    Alpha Guest House is a walkable distance (3.1 km) from Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh.

  • Is Alpha Guest House close to Usher Hall?

    The distance from Alpha Guest House to Usher Hall is 3.8 km.

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