Straven Guesthouse, Edinburgh
Overview
Located a mere 5 minutes by foot from Portobello and Joppa Parish Church, Straven Guesthouse Edinburgh has a shared lounge. Featuring a shared lounge, this 3-star guest house is 2.9 miles from Dynamic Earth Museum.
Location
The Edinburgh hotel is located in the Sint-Jans-Molenbeek / Molenbeek-Saint-Jean district, in the immediate vicinity of Portobello Swim Centre Swimming Pool. The recently renovated Straven Guesthouse is also situated merely 9 minutes' stroll from Portobello Beach.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Joppa Shore, which is 0.3 miles away. The Real Mary King's Close is around 15 minutes by car from the property, while Edinburgh Waverley is situated about a 10-minute drive away.
Brunstane Road North bus stop is also situated fairly close to the hotel.
Rooms
Some rooms provide tea and coffee making equipment as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. Some bathrooms have a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The Straven Guesthouse Edinburgh is 0.3 miles from Chef Chi restaurant with its Chinese dishes.
License number: D,EH-66280-F
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Adults only
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Swim at Portobello Pool
Enjoy a swim at Portobello Swim Centre, a 5-minute walk away, featuring modern gym facilities and traditional Victorian baths.
Explore Newhailes Estate
Walk through Newhailes National Trust Estate, a woodland with Brunstane Burn, and arrange a guided tour of the 17th-century villa.
Dine at Malvarosa Tapas
Try Spanish tapas at Malvarosa on Portobello High Street, known for its casual dining, sangria, and midweek lunch specials.
Visit Figgate Park
Walk around Figgate Park's pond, home to wildlife like kingfishers, located a short distance from the guesthouse.
Location
Convenient Location
Edinburgh, well-connected by transport, is near Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and Holyrood Palace.
Historical Neighborhood
Brunstane Road North is a historic residential area close to Portobello Beach, Arthur's Seat, and Newhailes Estate.
Local Dining Options
The Kitchin, Ondine, and Angels with Bagpipes offer contemporary, seafood, and Scottish comfort food respectively.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants