This Edinburgh guesthouse combines comfort with an ideal location, making it a practical base for exploring the city while enjoying essential amenities
Pillars House sits in central Edinburgh, providing a welcoming place to stay. Travelers appreciate the WiFi, express check-out option, and practical services like tour assistance and luggage storage. The staff consistently earns praise from guests for their helpfulness.
Located near the beach, Pillars House is in Leith, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
Located close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Pillars House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
Luggage storage and pet-sitting services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Pillars House include amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Hair dryers and toilet paper
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and on-request microwaves
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Pillars House Edinburgh
Pillars House
Pillars Edinburgh
Pillars House Edinburgh, Scotland
Pillars House Guesthouse Edinburgh
Pillars House Guesthouse
Pillars House Edinburgh
Pillars House Guesthouse
Pillars House Guesthouse Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Is Pillars House pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Pillars House?
As of Mar 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pillars House on Mar 23, 2026 start from P4,708, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Pillars House?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM–
7:00 AM for a fee of GBP 20.
What time is check-out at Pillars House?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pillars House located?
Located in Leith, this guesthouse is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Edinburgh Port and within 3 mi (5 km) of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. Royal Mile is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. The Shore Tram Stop and Foot of The Walk Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Pillars House Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The hotel room was large and had a double bed and single bed in it. The owner was really helpful and the room was very cosy and clean. Great price and free parking included. Would definitely stay again
Great location to get into the centre of Edinburgh via a tram or bus, or to get to the cafes and pubs in The Shore area.
The staff were friendly and informative.
The parking was good and seemed to be ample places.
The provision of complimentary drinks and snacks was a bonus.
Will stay here again when we next visit Edinburgh.
Was 3 friends staying here.Was ideal in 3 single beds.The staff weren't in a rush to get us to check out.
Nice big kitchen to use and is well stocked with cold breakfast like fruit and cereals.
If you wanted a cooked breakfast you can take your own food.
Lots of places to eat and drink in the area.
Easy place to get to on the Tram.
Would certainly stay here again.
Staff very welcoming
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard
Dec 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room lovely and staff very courteous, friendly and helpful.
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anna
Nov 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location!
Anna
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Paul
Dec 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff were great, room basic but very clean. Great value for money
The room was quite nice and cozy, the whole area was secure and clean as well. I received personal recommendations from the owner of places in the area which did not disappoint!
Excellent value. Well resourced and clean kitchen available for guest use too.
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Nov 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable, warm , clean , welcoming and very nice like a home from home , well supplied with drinks snacks etc and so cosey and absolutely brilliant the price for us 2
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Garry
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean staff excellent great value
Garry
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate
Dec 26, 2025
Receptionist is very welcoming and helpful. Our dog enjoyed the welcome too.
A well equipped kitchen with a good range of fruits, cereal, breads and drinks.
We enjoyed our stay, comfortable and warm.
Thank-you, the Pillars!
Reception and welcome were great. Hotel was clean and accommodation was good. Large shared kitchen facities for preparing your own meals. Bed was comfortable and ensuite was a decent size.
Great selections of complimentary foods available.
Very nice hotel , staff were very nice too , kitchen was great little touch , everything we needed was there , housekeeping was great , perfect all round, we will be back , definitely recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
so many goodies for us in the room! Very close to tram stop. Wonderful host who helped us with our laundry. Cozy kitchen where we could help ourselves to goodies throughout the day and night. The host helped us with tourism sites and maps.
karen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Helen
Nov 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staying at Pillars House was like home from home. So comfortable and clean. We didn't have breakfast, but we could have helped ourselves to toast, jams, fruit, etc.... which looked lovely. The location was perfect - such a lovely area - will definitely stay there again.
Nice kitchen equipped for food prep and enjoyed the fruit, pastries and tea/coffee facilities. The bairn loved the iron bru and the water in the room fridge was great and very thoughtful. Free parking. Staff at check in was very attentive and helpful. Bed was comfortable and heating of the room was ample. Nearby tram stop was also a bonus. Nice place for overnight stay. Would return.
Nicola
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt
Nov 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and well provisioned. Great location for going into Edinburgh walk or tram and Leith. Set up for breakfast is help yourself, which works really well. S tag are friendly and helpful.