79%Merith House Hotel  

The staff were EXCEPTIONAL! Ready for us upon our arrival, gave us excellent directions, maps, etc. The location was far to walk to downtown, but gave us the opportunity to explore Leith and the bus was right outside, it came very frequently and was inexpensive (£2.50 for the day).

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by flypurplet – posted on Sep 9, 2008

22

very helpful with directions and whats happening in the city

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by justlooney5952 – posted on Sep 7, 2008

2

Twice in the morning there was no hot water. The bathroom was smelly The last night the main light in the room was off. We were given a room with a single and a double bed, the mattress in the double bed was half leaning down. Uncomfortable. The time for breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30... more Twice in the morning there was no hot water. The bathroom was smelly The last night the main light in the room was off. We were given a room with a single and a double bed, the mattress in the double bed was half leaning down. Uncomfortable. The time for breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 is too strict. People go for holidays not to be in a rush. The staff was not very friendly when we arrived at 9:00 one of those days.close

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by beatrizmendoza4847 – posted on Aug 24, 2008

1

Fantstic stay - really enjoyed it - would definately recommend!

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by mini-manzfield6043 – posted on Aug 19, 2008

1

Rooms are very small. Not much room at all to place your bags. Breakfast was very nice. Catch the bus from the train station, don't walk.

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by tpconstable8371 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

15

The bathroom door needs to be able to be closed properly. Night shift lady was LOVELY!! The breakfast girls were great too!!!!!

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by merowcliffe4365 – posted on Jul 11, 2008

10

Nice and helpful people.

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by gunsan-and697356 – posted on Jun 8, 2008

2

Staff was wonderful, very helpful and willing to go out of their way to make sure you have a good trip. Breakfast was great. Rooms are a bit small but other than that, no complaints, very satisfied.

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by emitch152000 – posted on Jun 7, 2008

1

The staff is really helpful and always ready to your needs. Prices are good, cleanliness superb but consider that is a B&B so no much fun but for affordable price you catch a single suite with services inside. Is not near to the centre but 10 minutes by bus and you're there. Also Taxi are... more The staff is really helpful and always ready to your needs. Prices are good, cleanliness superb but consider that is a B&B so no much fun but for affordable price you catch a single suite with services inside. Is not near to the centre but 10 minutes by bus and you're there. Also Taxi are very cheap. I suggest definetely this nice and easy going B&B.close

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by pieschy – posted on Jun 4, 2008

1

The host was friendly and very informative. Bus stop right outside door. Minutes from everything. Beautiful park across the street and within walking distance of water and great resturants. Room was very clean.

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by kwhite – posted on Jun 4, 2008

4

Our room had: patched and taped bulk rubbish furniture, poor black labour style interior design, a broken ceiling light, no hot water in the morning, no daily change of sheets, no reload of toilet paper and for all of this: an inappropriate price!

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by macpac596739 – posted on Jun 2, 2008

1

Very nice breakfast and nice host.

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by ceciliamartins5397 – posted on May 26, 2008

3

Awesome place, clean, great staff, reasonably priced. Great for backpackers or just about anyone looking to check out Edinburgh.

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by brennanrossross3915 – posted on May 11, 2008

2

Very glad we choose this place . I was in two minds tf it was worth cancelling post reading the review, but was glad that i went. The owner was very helpful in all ways. will go back .

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by oceanic3062897 – posted on Apr 22, 2008

1

Staff were very helpful !!

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by clivec – posted on Apr 7, 2008

15

The manager went out of his way to ensure that I was not only comfortably, but had a truly enjoyable stay. These people went above and beyond any expectations every step of the way. the bus out the front means easy access to the city and there are plenty of restaurants in the area. I didn't want... more The manager went out of his way to ensure that I was not only comfortably, but had a truly enjoyable stay. These people went above and beyond any expectations every step of the way. the bus out the front means easy access to the city and there are plenty of restaurants in the area. I didn't want to leave! Hope to stay here again next time I'm in Edinburghclose

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by seanhasemann2925 – posted on Mar 31, 2008

7

Great place to stay, though a bit far from downtown, must take a bus or taxi. Staff was friendly and room was always clean. We had a 4 person room to ourselves (2 of us) for the price of a 2 person room. Would definitely recommend it for a quiet weekend getaway!

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by anneferringer5549 – posted on Mar 29, 2008

6

We have stayed in a double room and the room is quite large and well equipped. Everything is OK and the manager is very helpful! Worth to stay in this hotel!

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by ping2953 – posted on Mar 15, 2008

2

awesome place. people who run it are so friendly. there is a bus stop right out the front that takes 2 mins to get to the action or a nice 15-20 min walk up leith walk to princess st. great breakfast and very attractive cleaners!!!!

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by beheards – posted on Mar 7, 2008

11

very good!

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by newsja – posted on Feb 24, 2008

2

The couple running the hotel were lovely, very kind and helpful with all enquiries. The location is great too, v convenient for buses etc to town. Wished we could've stayed longer!

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by ed-n-hannah9680 – posted on Feb 18, 2008

2

Great place for the price of it, breakfast lovely

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by sgibbons1630 – posted on Jan 7, 2008

2

Great breakfast, bus just at the door, owners are very nice...

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by camiladowney9960 – posted on Dec 6, 2007

1

If you are looking for a party hostel then this is not the place for you - it is in a quiet area and there isn't a bar on site. However if you want somewhere nice and safe to get a good nights sleep followed by a cracking breakfast then I heartily recommend staying here. The owners are lovely...

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by friendlyfr – posted on Apr 23, 2007

8

A wonderful place to stay!

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by missab6974 – posted on Apr 12, 2007

3

Hotel was nice and clean...but a bit far from the city centre. It took about 10mins on the bus. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Very comfortable place to stay :)

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by linda4387 – posted on Mar 5, 2007

3

The staff at the hotel were excellent. The rooms are small but based on the price good value. I would not hesitate to stay here again.

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by cmac19609 – posted on Mar 5, 2007

10

The breakfast was amazing and the couple that run the b &b are lovely. Also lots of good restaurants in the neighborhood with better prices. I would definitely recommend the place. :)

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by krystlek – posted on Jan 31, 2007

4

the old couple who maintained the hotel were so very nice. seeing them every morning for breakfast gave a pleasant start to the day. the full english breakfast was quite good. emmm there's quite a distance to the main tourist attractions in the city center but its close to the harbor and the posh... more the old couple who maintained the hotel were so very nice. seeing them every morning for breakfast gave a pleasant start to the day. the full english breakfast was quite good. emmm there's quite a distance to the main tourist attractions in the city center but its close to the harbor and the posh restaurants there i will definetely visit again :)close

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by jihea – posted on Jan 18, 2007

5

ocean terminal was boring stick to old town all round royal mile.buses in edinburgh actally run on time!merith house was good because it was quiet frequent buses to and from city the breakfast was HUGE couldnt even eat it all,rashers egggs beans sausages toast etc.

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by michelleca481 – posted on Jan 15, 2007

4

Actually ended up being booked in the Park View House Hotel just 2 doors down from Merith House.

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by nickyrob – posted on Jan 9, 2007

3

Very hospitable

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by dwijen4370 – posted on Dec 4, 2006

1

Wonderful hosts and amazing breakfast. Highly recommended.

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by lorei1457 – posted on Oct 31, 2006

1

Merith House Hotel has a really charming character, helped mostly by the beautiful "older" couple that own and work in the place. The prices are really appealing. The rooms were large and comfortable and in a very handy location, with a bus stop right outside the door. The breakfast is... more Merith House Hotel has a really charming character, helped mostly by the beautiful "older" couple that own and work in the place. The prices are really appealing. The rooms were large and comfortable and in a very handy location, with a bus stop right outside the door. The breakfast is amazing and fantastic in the winter. A really lovely week stay. Thanks you very much!close

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by MMchutch3304 – posted on Oct 30, 2006

1

The food was good and the staff were excellent. The accommodations were worth the money.

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by srfag – posted on Oct 10, 2006

3

We absolutely loved this hotel..our only complaint would be the size of the shower. Otherwise we had a very comfortable stay and would recommend this hotel to anyone. Breakfast was a nice homecooked meal and we also really enjoyed that! Thanx!

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by Amile5464 – posted on Oct 2, 2006

2

A nice older couple runs the place. They were extremely helpful and friendly. They cook an AMAZING breakfast every morning that's included in the price of the room. Very small rooms and no A/C but great place for the money.

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by Garrettmi – posted on Jul 18, 2006

2

lovelly place ,very scottish ,with friendly staff and the best breakfasts we had in ages. highly recomend it.

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by Suefin – posted on Jul 13, 2006

1

My stay at this hotel was excellent and I would not hesitate to recommend it and will stay there again. The staff were excellent - very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was included and was outstanding.

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by sarah505 – posted on Oct 24, 2005

4

Breakfasts were fantastic, very friendly owners, bedroom suite waslarge and very comfortable. would definitelystay there again

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by Anneys – posted on Aug 22, 2005

1