Adam Drysdale House

Guesthouse within easy reach of Edinburgh Castle

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December 2025
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January 2026
Adam Drysdale House puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Murrayfield Stadium are a short five-minute drive away.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
£115
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026

Room options

Classic Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Classic Double Room | Free WiFi
Classic Double Room | Free WiFi
Classic Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Basic Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi
Basic Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Luxury Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Luxury Double Room | Free WiFi
Luxury Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Luxury Double Room | Free WiFi

Luxury Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Comfort Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Comfort Double Room | Free WiFi
Comfort Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Comfort Double Room | Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
42 Gilmore Pl, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 9NQ

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grassmarket - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Princes Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 26 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 26 min walk
  • Haymarket Tram Station - 16 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 22 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Loudons Fountainbridge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Cave - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hula Juice Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Don't Tell Mama - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk: Indian Street Food - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Adam Drysdale House

Adam Drysdale House puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Murrayfield Stadium are a short five-minute drive away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Property amenities

Services

  • Virtual front desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Adam Drysdale House Edinburgh
Adam Drysdale House Guesthouse
Adam Drysdale House Guesthouse Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Adam Drysdale House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Adam Drysdale House?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Adam Drysdale House.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Adam Drysdale House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Adam Drysdale House like?

Adam Drysdale House is a short 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle and 13 minutes' walk from Grassmarket.

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Adam Drysdale House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful and big room. The bathroom was clean. You can also find
Federica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely big room, full of character, clean and well equipped. Convenient location. No staff onsite but that wasn't a problem at all - there was good communication and regular updates.
Gemma, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Was far from most sites.
Phil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is perfect. From customer service to facilities. The moment you enter the house you know that the property was well kept. Would definitely book again if given the chance.
Alelie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fácil acesso de ônibus. Não há recepção no local, mas a comunicação online é eficiente. Também hão há depósito de bagagens, mas indicaram um site que funcionou p aguardar o horário do check in. No mais, a qualidade do apartamento surpreendeu, muito lindo e bem reformado, super confortável.
KAMILA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Prima Lage für Erkundungen. Alles gut geregelt mit dem Aufenthalt. Zimmer ok, Bad gut.
Ilona, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Habitación acogedora y cómoda.
Atala, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Huda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Walter, 6-night trip