The Townhouse, Leith

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6 Links Gardens , City of Edinburgh , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
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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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Niel • family_with_children • nl
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Simone • extended_group • it
9
Pros:

Attention to detail from the host like fresh flowers in the room and in the entrance of the building. Organic local soap and hand lotion.

Cons:

There is a kitchen without a hob.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Arnold • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Jop • family_with_children • nl
9
Fantastic lush apartment on a great location. Soft beds, friendly owner and a great shower.
Pros:

The place felt super high-end. The beds were very comfy and the location on the park was fantastic with easy bus routes into the city centre. The owner was super friendly and helpful. The kids (10 and 15 yo) loved the cool bunk beds.

Cons:

A nice place to sit for 4 people would have been nice. The room had 2 comfy chairs so 2 of us needed to sit on dinner table chairs.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Silke • family_with_children • de
8
Für einen Kurzaufenthalt super.
Pros:

Das Flair der Wohnung war sehr schön und es gab ein Willkommens-Körbchen mit „richtigen“ Brot.
Die Wohnung liegt fußläufig zur Hafenzeile, wo nette Pubs sind. Zur Britannia läuft man 25 Minuten.

Cons:

Das die Küchenzeile keinen Herd hatte und direkt neben dem Bett war.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Karina • family_with_children • tr
9
Very happy with the accommodation. All needed is in the room specially for kids. Nice green park across the road
Pros:

Room was spacious and very clean.

Cons:

No lift

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
10
Terrific!
Pros:

Fantastic property, very comfortable room with all amenities.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Merle • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Sauber, freundlicher „Empfang“ mit frischem Brot und leckerem Müsli, unkompliziert. Bequeme Betten. Lage etwas abseits (von den Hauptattraktionen) aber schön an einer großen Grünfläche. Gute Busanbindung. Danke sehr.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • de
9
stadtnah, Zugang öffentliche Verkehrsmittel, wir waren rundherum zufrieden
Pros:

Es war alles sehr gut, perfekter Aufenthalt

Cons:

es gibt nichts auszusetzen

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jolanda • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Heerlijke bedden en douche, gratis ontbijtje, heel vriendelijk personeel

Cons:

Rit naar centrum, trams reden niet

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Lucie • couple • gb
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Widmer • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Mary • extended_group • ie
10
Will definitely be back
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Eero • extended_group • fi
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • gb
10
You won’t be disappointed!
Pros:

Beautiful property.
Lovely smell of fresh Lilys as soon as you enter the main door. Stunning decor through the entrance hall and a lovely clean staircase.
We were on the top floor in the Rafferty suite and it was stunning, beds were comfortable and lovely that we had been left a fresh loaf, butter and milk.
If I ever come back to Edinburgh I would 100% book here again

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Cleanliness and easy access.

Cons:

No issues to raise.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
10
​Perfect stay – they thought of absolutely everything!
Pros:

​The apartment is absolutely perfect. The hosts have thought of everything to make you feel right at home. We were greeted with a wonderful selection including a bread basket, muesli, milk, butter, shortbread, great coffee, and even a decaf option.
​The rooms are beautifully prepared, and the entire property is incredibly well-maintained and in pristine condition. Everything is decorated with so much love and care. It was the best possible start to our time in Edinburgh.
​The hosts are exceptionally welcoming and lovely to chat with. We highly recommend this place and would love to come back!

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Emma Suzanne • couple • nl
10
Amazing
Pros:

The host is super friendly and helpful. The suite was spacious and well equipped. The area is great too with just a short walk to the leith walk and the tram. 10/10 experience

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee