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About the Hotel

42 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Rooms and Amenities

Sherwood Guest House offers six rooms: one family room with a double bed and two singles, one triple with a double and single bed, one twin room, and three double rooms. Five rooms have en-suite bathrooms with rainfall showers, while Room 2 has a private bathroom next door. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, a refrigerator, microwave, hairdryer, safety deposit box, iron and ironing board. Each room has a kettle with a welcome tray offering teas, coffees, hot chocolate, bottled water, and snacks.

Dining Options

A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is served daily. The property accommodates guests with food intolerances upon request. There is no onsite restaurant, but Newington area offers multiple dining options including local pubs, a micro-brewery, and various eateries within walking distance.

Leisure and Activities

The guest house is near the Royal Commonwealth Pool and gym. Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat provide hiking trails with city views. Prestonfield Golf Club is available for golfers. During Edinburgh's festival season, major Fringe venues including Summerhall and Pleasance Courtyard are within walking distance.

Location and Transport

Located in Newington, an affluent residential area on Edinburgh's south side. A 20-minute walk to Edinburgh's Old Town, Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland, and Holyrood Palace. Regular bus service connects to Princes Street, George Street, and Multrees Walk for shopping. Public parking is available at no cost.

Services and Policies

Check-in is from 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM, with luggage storage available from 10:00 AM by prior arrangement. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. The property is smoke-free and occupies two floors of a Georgian townhouse. No additional concierge, room service, or business facilities are offered.

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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
Quadruple Room
4 persons
19 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
3 persons
15 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
10 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
9 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Edinburgh 1.7 km
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 23.5 km
Dundee (DND) 97.9 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 2.0 km
Bus
Bus stop900 m

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
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Special diet menus

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

42 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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42 Minto Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Nearby
1 Summerhall
Summerhall
590 m
Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive Holyrood Park
St Anthony's Chapel
570 m
Restaurants
Voujon
150 m
107 Newington Road
Ristorante Isola
190 m
85-87 Newington Road
Korean BBQ
220 m
6-8 Salisbury Place
Spencer's Bistro
200 m
43-45 Salisbury Road The Salisbury Hotel
Pataka
440 m
190 Causewayside
Sofia's
200 m
43-45 Salisbury Road
No. 1 The Grange
300 m
1 Grange Road
The Salisbury Arms
510 m
58 Dalkeith Road
Apiary Restaurant
280 m
33 Newington Road
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 13:30-19:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Sherwood Guest House guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
6

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