Minto House – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 122$/Night

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About the Hotel

23 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 1RQ

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Rooms at Minto House

Minto House offers en-suite rooms on the ground or first floor. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, a hairdryer, a kettle, and free toiletries. Some rooms have views of Arthur's Seat, the main peak in Holyrood Park. Certain units feature a seating area. One room has a private bathroom located outside the room.

Dining and amenities

Guests can use a kettle in the room for tea and coffee. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. There are no onsite restaurants, but the Newington district has multiple dining options nearby.

Location and transport

Minto House is in Newington, an affluent residential area of Edinburgh. It is 2 km from the National Museum of Scotland, The Real Mary King's Close, and the Royal Mile. A bus stop is just outside Minto House, and Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station is nearby. Free public parking is available nearby on a first-come, first-served basis.

Check-in and policies

Check-in starts at 08:00 on weekdays. During New Year, a minimum 4-night stay applies. Guests may leave luggage in the dining room before check-in or after check-out. Free private parking is available from 17:30 on Fridays.

Services and extras

Minto House provides free Wi-Fi access and free private parking. Rooms have parquet floors, heating, and tea/coffee facilities. Children under 2 stay free. No onsite leisure facilities are listed, but Holyrood Park is a short walk away.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Triple Room

2 persons

14 m²

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Family Room

2 persons

18 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Heating

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Comfort Double Room Ensuite

2 persons

122 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Small Double Room Private External Bathroom

2 persons

10 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Edinburgh 2.0 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 22.5 km

Dundee (DND) 97.9 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 2.2 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.1 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
No pets allowed
Luggage storage

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

23 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 1RQ

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23 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 1RQ

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

2.2 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.8 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

2.1 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

2.0 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.0 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

2.1 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2.3 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

2.1 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

2.5 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

2.0 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

2.3 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

2.1 km

Park

Holyrood Park

2.3 km

Monument

Scott Monument

2.3 km

Landmark

Princes Street

2.3 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

2.1 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

2.3 km

Landmark

Nelson Monument

2.3 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

2.1 km

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

2.3 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

2.1 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

2.1 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

2.0 km

Landmark

The Meadows

1.3 km

University

University of Edinburgh

1.3 km

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

2.1 km

Landmark

Summerhall

710 m

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

2.1 km

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

2.1 km

Square

Grassmarket

3.0 km

Nearby

Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park

St Anthony's Chapel

570 m

Restaurants

The Abbey Bar

640 m

65 South Clerk Street

Scotch Hop

580 m

114 Causewayside

The Tartan Stag

670 m

1 East Preston st Newington

Bonnie Burrito

660 m

82 South Clerk Street

Indaba Deli

730 m

17 Causewayside

Considerit

880 m

3-5a Sciennes

On A Roll

950 m

1 George Square

Summerhall Cafe

790 m

1 Summerhall

Chicken Club

740 m

46 South Clerk Street

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.

Jared

United States, February 2025

9.0/10

Cozy and convenient! The bus stop out front was a lifesaver, especially in the December cold. Nadia was super friendly and helpful, giving great local tips!

Rooms

8.0

Comfortable bed, good heating, clean room, functional bathroom (although separate). Small but perfect for a couple.

Service

10.0

Nadia was the best! Friendly, helpful, and made our stay easy.

Location

9.0

A little walk from the center but the bus stop made it easy, and it was so quiet and peaceful.

Dining

5.0

Didn't try any of the local food but Nadia's suggestions sounded great.

Facilities

8.0

Kettle and coffee in the room, everything I needed.

Edward

United States, October 2024

8.0/10

Great stay with my daughter! Location was excellent, easy walk to the city, plus that handy bus stop. The room was fine, though a double bed for two wasn't ideal.

Rooms

7.0

Room was small but comfortable. The separate bathroom was a bit inconvenient but perfectly acceptable.

Service

8.0

No complaints. Check-in was easy and everything went smoothly.

Location

9.0

Loved the location; close to town and the bus stop was a huge plus.

Dining

5.0

We ate out, so can't comment on the hotel's dining options.

Facilities

7.0

Basic but functional. All we needed was there.

David

United States, August 2024

9.0/10

Huge room, comfy beds, and great location! About a 30-minute walk to the city center. Nadia was a wonderful host; super warm and cute. Highly recommend!

Rooms

10.0

The room was massive - two double beds! The ensuite bathroom was clean and nice. Tea and coffee station was a good addition.

Service

10.0

Nadia was amazing; so warm and cute. Made us feel right at home!

Location

8.0

About a 30-minute walk to the city center, but it was a pleasant walk along a lively street.

Dining

5.0

We ate out for meals; didn't try the hotel's dining options.

Facilities

8.0

Tea/coffee provided. Everything worked perfectly.

Anita

United States, July 2024

10.0/10

Nadia was an amazing host! The room was spacious and clean, with plenty of tea and coffee. The location is perfect, just across the road from the bus stop for a quick trip to the center. Great Indian restaurants and a breakfast pub nearby!

Rooms

10.0

Spacious, clean, and comfortable. Plenty of tea and coffee provided.

Service

10.0

Nadia was very nice; nothing was too much trouble. Super friendly and helpful!

Location

10.0

Convenient location, with a bus stop just across the road. Easy access to the city center, plus some great nearby restaurants!

Dining

9.0

Indian restaurants and a pub nearby served breakfast and dinner. Easy options!

Facilities

9.0

Tea and coffee provided; everything worked perfectly.

Kevin

United States, April 2024

10.0/10

My recent trip was fantastic! The room was comfy, clean, and had everything I needed. The location was perfect, with easy bus access. The landlady was a sweetheart, always helpful and readily available. A truly wonderful experience!

Rooms

10.0

The bed was super comfy, the bathroom was well-equipped, and daily cleaning was a plus. I especially appreciated the wardrobe, table and chairs. The free wifi was a nice touch!

Service

10.0

The landlady was incredibly kind and always there when I needed her. She made my stay extra special.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't have been better - buses right at the doorstep! Easy to get around the city.

Dining

8.0

No dining options at the hotel, but that wasn't a problem; lots of places nearby.

Facilities

9.0

Tea, coffee, hairdryer included; wifi worked perfectly. Everything I needed was there!