The Townhouse, Leith

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6 Links Gardens , City of Edinburgh , gb

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Facilities

Television in common areas
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Internet access
Covered parking
Secured parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious, well-appointed suites
Excellent location near Leith Links, tram and city centre
Responsive and clear host communication
Very clean rooms and comfortable beds
Complimentary fresh bread, granola, milk and breakfast basics
Washer and dryer available for guests
Well-equipped kitchenette
Cons:
Heating and hot water failure reported during one stay (cold showers)
No elevator (stairs only) — can be difficult with large luggage
No instructions provided for cooker/microwave; guests had to search manuals
Roof-space room could be noisy in strong winds
View from some rooms did not face the park

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple guests explicitly praised cleanliness: 'very clean', 'clean and comfortable bed', 'small bathroom very clean' — overall clearly positive.
Service
1
Hosts generally described as responsive and communicative (clear messaging, welcomed guests, thoughtful touches). One service-related failure is implied by the unresolved heating/hot-water incident for one stay, giving a slightly positive but cautious score.
Location
1
Consistently mentioned as excellent: near Leith Links/park, close to tram and buses, about 15 minutes to city centre — strong positive sentiment.
Room Quality
1
Rooms/suites described as spacious, stylish, luxurious, comfortable beds and good showers; some small issues (roof-room wind noise, view not always over park) but overall positive.
Amenities
1
Mixed: kitchen, washer/dryer and complimentary items are positives, but several practical negatives were reported — no elevator (stairs only), missing instructions for cooker/microwave, and a serious incident where heating/hot water failed leading to cold showers — overall a negative reliability impression.
Value for Money
1
Guests recommended the property and found thoughtful complimentary items (bread, granola, milk) and well-equipped rooms, suggesting good value for many stays.
Food and Beverage
1
No formal breakfast service but multiple mentions of complimentary fresh bread, granola, milk and biscuits — small but appreciated positives.
Overall Experience
1
Overall experiences skew positive across many reviews (comfortable, welcoming, highly recommended), but the significant negative event of broken heating/hot water for at least one stay makes the overall sentiment mixed rather than uniformly positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-30 21:34

Property Description

Welcome to The Townhouse, Leith, where modern convenience meets historic charm in the heart of Edinburgh.

Charming Accommodations: Discover our recently renovated units that beautifully marry 19th-century architecture with contemporary comforts. Each room features a carpeted floor and a fully equipped kitchen, perfect for both short and extended stays.

Entertainment and Connectivity: Enjoy complimentary Wifi throughout the property, allowing you to stay connected. Relax in your room with a flat-screen TV equipped with streaming services, ensuring endless entertainment options during your visit.

Prime Location: Situated just 1.7 miles from Portobello Beach and 1.2 miles from the iconic Royal Yacht Britannia, The Townhouse is ideally located for exploring Edinburgh's rich history and vibrant culture.

Embark on a delightful escape to The Townhouse, Leith—book your unforgettable stay today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Zuzanna • extended_group • pl
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • couple • gb
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Christine • extended_group • cw
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
Véronique Cordier • solo_traveller • be
9
Fin de vacances en Écosse
Pros:

Tout était parfait.

Cons:

-

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Denise • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Great location. Beautiful accommodation with everything you could need.

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Wiktor • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • couple • de
9
Sehr sauber, gepflegt und komfortabel. Kellerzimmer genauso gut ausgestattet, aber halt nur Oberlichtfenster. wir würden
Pros:

Die Unterkunft war sehr komfortabel eingerichtet. Ruhig und Großräumig.

Cons:

wir hatten das Kellergeschoß Zimmer. Für eine Nacht okay- bei längerem Aufenthalt wäre ein Zimmer in oberen Geschossen vermutlich besser.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Juliet • extended_group • gb
10
Stylish, super clean and well equipped
Pros:

Everything. Was tastefully decorated, spotlessly clean and well equipped. McNair Suite was perfect for a small family. We were travelling with our 22 yo daughter and worked for older too.

Cons:

Nothing not to like about this property. Perhaps Leith is a little way out of town for seeing sights like the Castle etc.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca A-L • solo_traveller • gb
10
Beautiful luxury townhouse
Pros:

Gorgeous property and comfortable room. Loved the bed and shower! The location is peaceful and pretty. The hamper in the room was great - lots of lovely attention to detail!

Cons:

Nothing. Although there are a LOT of stairs to the attic room. I didn't mind too much though as it was so gorgeous when I got up there.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Jason • extended_group • ca
10
We very much enjoyed our stay and would return!
Pros:

Excellent location being easy walking distance to both The Shore and the Walk of Leith. Very comfortable bed and overall a well appointed suite. It was a nice touch to have some breakfast and snack items provided as well. And the hosts were exceptionally communicative.

Cons:

Only negative would be the slight noise transfer from the unit above. It did not bother us, but maybe it could have been an issue if the upstairs neighbours were noisy.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • gb
8
The stay was excellent and I would stay again.
Pros:

It was very spacious, very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Bathroom was lovely. I had a couple of questions which were answered right away.

Cons:

The lower room was a little dark and I was a bit chilly, there was no heating on.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Die Ausstattung war sehr schön und die Begrüßungsgoodies ganz toll. Wir waren für das erste Frühstück schon top ausgestattet als wir kamen. Bis auf ein Kochfeld hat die Küche alles was man brauchen kann. Die Kaffeemaschine macht guten Kaffee. Für einen Aufenthalt mit der Familie perfekt. Das Thema Home from Home wird ernst genommen, man hat also zB auch die Möglichkeit kostenlos im Haus zu waschen. Alles sehr gut durchdacht und sehr zu empfehlen.

Cons:

Es fehlten Rückzugsmöglichkeiten, weil es zu wenig Türen gab, die man schließen konnte. Das ist für Leute, die nicht gut schlafen können, wenn jemand vorbei läuft bei der Stuart Sweet zu beachten. Das ist nicht per se negativ, muss man nur wissen.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • at
8
Spacious apartment in okay location
Pros:

Nice interior, spacious apartment (particularly the bathroom) and plenty of appliances/utilities to enjoy a comfortable stay.

Cons:

While the shower is nice and big, we spotted a bit of mold. The place is in a quiet neighborhood so you have to walk around 10 minutes to find any cafes, restaurants, grocery stores or public transport stops.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Lisa-Maria • extended_group • de
9
Great play eto stay and absolutely worth the extra time spent on making it an location outside the immediate city center
Pros:

Lovely place with a great attention put into detail: from the rooms design to the communication and info provided surrounding to stay, to being welcomed upon checkin with fresh bread and butter, coffee and tea and milk and some biscuits offered in the room. Easy to reach multiple bus stops and the tram, which goes directly to the airport which was super convenient. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again.

Cons:

In some instances, noise from neighbouring rooms can be a little loud as it‘s an old building and not the most soundproofed. Overall it‘s pretty okay though, we only had it one time were noises from outside were a tad annoying but it was resolved within 10 minutes.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Sean • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

I've recomended this property to all of my freinds and family. The accomodations and location are amazing. If you want easy city access via the public transport, or just melt into a local non-touristy vibe with luxourios accomodations, this is the place to be. It sits directly across the street from an amazing park and a short walk away from the water. We will certinaly return. Thanks to Erika for the communication and attention to all details.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Jillian • couple • au
10
100% recommend the Leith Townhouse, Thk you Erica and team for a great experience
Pros:

We have been travelling for over 6 weeks staying in similar locations as the Townhouse Leith and none were as perfect as this accommodation. Everything from check-in, meeting hosts, the welcome basket of fresh sourdough and oats, fresh milk bottle in refrigerator and butter - these people know what travellers need, washing machine and dryer and instant response for a request. Close to tram to city which made our travel easy - leaving car in Leith and using tram also saved on parking in Edinburgh.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing- only that we couldn’t stay longer!😊

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • ca
10
Thank you for the nice hospitable touches to make our stay enjoyable.
Pros:

Property was very clean, well designed layout, decor and felt like home. The welcoming package of fresh bread, butter, milk, coffee and cookies was a very nice touch. The bathroom soap, towels, paper and scented lotions were a wonderful added touch.

Cons:

Parking was limited and a little bit of challenge if you did not time you arrival properly.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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S • extended_group • gb
10
It was 10/10 stay for us, and we would highly recommend
Pros:

It was spotless, very well decorated, very well presented with little touches, such as fresh loaf of bread and fresh butter and milk. The host was lovely and very helpful.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Catharina • couple • nl
10
Zeer aangenaam en plezierig.
Pros:

De locatie met uitzicht op het park is geweldig. Het apartement is zeer goed uitgerust en heel comfortabel.

Cons:

niet van toepassing

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Hasan • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great vibes in the room, really thankful for access to a washer and dryer. The bread and shortbread were delicious as well!

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee