BLOSSOM GUEST HOUSE, Edinburgh – A Smart Stay in the City
98US$
Reserve directly with us
Up to 10% cheaper
than with Booking.com
Key details
About the Hotel
8 Minto Street,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh
Rooms and Accommodations
Blossom Guest House has 7 rooms, including single, double, triple, and family configurations. Rooms include a color TV, DVD player, CD player, electric kettle, tea and coffee making facilities, and hairdryer. Some rooms offer views of Arthur's Seat. All rooms have central heating, free Wi-Fi, and are non-smoking.
Dining and Breakfast
The guest house serves hearty breakfasts. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided in all rooms.
Location and Transportation
Located in Newington, a 20-minute walk from Edinburgh's historic centre. The property is on a main bus route with service to Princes Street (5 minutes away), Edinburgh Castle, and the Royal Mile. Waverley and Haymarket train stations and the main bus station are in the city centre. Night buses and an airport shuttle are available.
Guest House Facilities
Free private parking, free Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms, ironing facilities, and a garden. The property is a traditional stone-built Edinburgh townhouse with Victorian period features.
Local Attractions and Events
Near Surgeons' Hall Museums (1 km), National Museum of Scotland (1.5 km), and Edinburgh Castle (2.5 km). Edinburgh hosts the Military Tattoo, International Festival, Festival Fringe, Royal Highland Show, and Hogmanay. Murrayfield Stadium hosts international rugby games, including the Six Nations Tournament.
View all
Choose the Room
From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
GBP 15 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
Breakfast
Free breakfast
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
Cots
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Carpeted floor
Show more
Location
8 Minto Street,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh
Map view
8 Minto Street,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh
City landmarks
Museum
Edinburgh Castle
1.2
mi
Landmark
Arthur's Seat hike
1.1
mi
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
4800 ft
Palace
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1.5
mi
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
1.2
mi
Landmark
Royal Mile
1.3
mi
Landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
1.1
mi
Park
Princes Street Gardens
1.4
mi
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
1.3
mi
Landmark
Calton Hill
1.3
mi
Landmark
Surgeons' Hall Museums
4200 ft
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
1.1
mi
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
1.2
mi
Landmark
Nelson Monument
1.3
mi
Monument
Scott Monument
1.3
mi
Museum
The Writers' Museum
1.3
mi
Landmark
The Meadows
4200 ft
Museum
Gladstone's Land
1.2
mi
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
1.1
mi
Museum
Museum of Childhood
1.1
mi
Park
Holyrood Park
1.4
mi
Museum
Dynamic Earth
1.3
mi
Gallery
Dovecot Studios
4700 ft
Landmark
Brass Rubbing Centre
1.1
mi
Museum
John Knox House
1.2
mi
Landmark
Summerhall
2100 ft
Church
Mercat Cross
5200 ft
University
University of Edinburgh
1.3
mi
Art object
Greyfriars Bobby's Grave
1.1
mi
Nearby
Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park
St Anthony's Chapel
1900 ft
Restaurants
The Abbey Bar
1300 ft
65 South Clerk Street
The Tartan Stag
1500 ft
1 East Preston st Newington
Strigicake
1200 ft
1 East Preston Street
Indaba Deli
1700 ft
17 Causewayside
Considerit
2100 ft
3-5a Sciennes
Francos
1800 ft
11 Summerhall Place
On A Roll
2400 ft
1 George Square
Chicken Club
200 ft
46 South Clerk Street
Enjoy - Gusto Italiano
200 ft
44 South Clerk Street
Te-bi Island
300 ft
44 South Clerk Street
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 3 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 273 reviews
Nick
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.0/10
I had a pleasant one-night stay at the B&B. The room on the top floor, with a traditional breakfast, was small but comfortable. The lack of an en-suite toilet was a minor inconvenience. The friendly service and great location made up for it, though the dining experience could use improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The top floor room with traditional breakfast was very small and did not have an en-suite toilet, but it was comfortable and ideal for a one-night stay.
Service
9.0
The B&B staff were very very very friendly, welcoming, and provided helpful advice on getting around. The location was convenient for exploring the city.
Location
8.0
The location was good, about a 20-25 minute walk to the city center but in a nice area. Easy access to public transport options.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience, especially the breakfast, could be improved with more fresh products and less pre-packaged items.
Facilities
6.0
Basic facilities were available, but nothing extraordinary was provided. The value for the price paid was fair.
Friendly Staff
Room Size
Lucy
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.0/10
I was lucky to stay in a top-floor room, providing a good workout with lovely views. The period property's cold room was offset by convenience to transport links and nearby independent businesses offering great amenities like coffee shops, music stores, and exhibition centers within walking distance.
Rooms
8.0
The room on the top floor was a bit cold but had great views and was suitable for our needs, located in a period property. Conveniently situated on a main transport route with excellent independent businesses nearby.
Service
9.0
The service during my stay, especially during the Fringe festival, was superb, with attentive and informative staff who were very friendly and polite.
Location
9.0
The location was ideal, being close to the main attractions in the city, with a walkable distance to the city center, grass market, John McIntyre Conference Centre, making it suitable for solo or business travelers.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a nice selection of cereals, packaged pastries, yogurts, bread, and fillings. However, it would benefit from including more fresh food instead of packaged items.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were pleasant, but there was room for improvement in providing fresher food options and enhancing the overall dining experience.
Diana
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.6/10
The hotel is perfect for us due to its location in a period property on a main transport route with excellent independent businesses nearby. The room was a bit small but very comfortable, although it felt cold at times. It's also not far from the town center, making it convenient for exploring the main views of the streets.
Rooms
8.0
The room was a bit small but very comfortable. The location is excellent for walking to nearby attractions like the boulangerie with good coffee and croissants, a record shake shop for music, and the Royal Scottish Museum for exhibitions.
Service
9.0
I appreciated the friendly service, including getting directions for sightseeing, a warm welcome, and even a lovely breakfast in our room with croissants, juice, tea, coffee, milk, fruit, and cookies waiting for us.
Location
9.5
The hotel's location is fantastic, within walking distance to the city center and close to several independent businesses. It's ideal for those traveling solo or for work due to its proximity to shops and regular bus routes.
Dining
7.5
The dining experience was quite generous with an assortment of toast, crumpets, croissants, cereals, fresh fruit, yogurts, and fruit juice. However, it was a bit disappointing to find mostly packaged food options.
Facilities
7.5
The hotel offers basic facilities suitable for a comfortable stay. However, it would be nice to have more variety in the dining options.
Convenient Location
Limited Dining Options
Unlock Early-Bird Deals
Grab Exclusive Rates Instantly
Check Rates
Overview
Rooms
Price calendar
Amenities
Location
Reviews
Compare our rates with top travel sites in 10 seconds
