This Edinburgh guesthouse combines comfort with an ideal location, making it a practical base for exploring the city while enjoying essential amenities
Pillars House sits in central Edinburgh, providing a welcoming place to stay. Travelers appreciate the WiFi, express check-out option, and practical services like tour assistance and luggage storage. The staff consistently earns praise from guests for their helpfulness.
Located near the beach, Pillars House is in Leith, a neighborhood in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
Located close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Pillars House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
Luggage storage and pet-sitting services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Pillars House include amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Hair dryers and toilet paper
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and on-request microwaves
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Pillars House Edinburgh
Pillars House
Pillars Edinburgh
Pillars House Edinburgh, Scotland
Pillars House Guesthouse Edinburgh
Pillars House Guesthouse
Pillars House Edinburgh
Pillars House Guesthouse
Pillars House Guesthouse Edinburgh
Frequently asked questions
Is Pillars House pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Pillars House?
As of 8 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pillars House on 9 March 2026 start from AED 267, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Pillars House?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM–
7:00 AM for a fee of GBP 20.
What time is check-out at Pillars House?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pillars House located?
Located in Leith, this guesthouse is steps from Leith Links, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. Royal Mile is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. The Shore Tram Stop and Foot of The Walk Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Pillars House Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The room was quite nice and cozy, the whole area was secure and clean as well. I received personal recommendations from the owner of places in the area which did not disappoint!
Excellent value. Well resourced and clean kitchen available for guest use too.
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
25 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable, warm , clean , welcoming and very nice like a home from home , well supplied with drinks snacks etc and so cosey and absolutely brilliant the price for us 2
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Garry
9 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean staff excellent great value
Garry
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kate
26 December 2025
Receptionist is very welcoming and helpful. Our dog enjoyed the welcome too.
A well equipped kitchen with a good range of fruits, cereal, breads and drinks.
We enjoyed our stay, comfortable and warm.
Thank-you, the Pillars!
Reception and welcome were great. Hotel was clean and accommodation was good. Large shared kitchen facities for preparing your own meals. Bed was comfortable and ensuite was a decent size.
Great selections of complimentary foods available.
Very nice hotel , staff were very nice too , kitchen was great little touch , everything we needed was there , housekeeping was great , perfect all round, we will be back , definitely recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
so many goodies for us in the room! Very close to tram stop. Wonderful host who helped us with our laundry. Cozy kitchen where we could help ourselves to goodies throughout the day and night. The host helped us with tourism sites and maps.
karen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helen
17 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staying at Pillars House was like home from home. So comfortable and clean. We didn't have breakfast, but we could have helped ourselves to toast, jams, fruit, etc.... which looked lovely. The location was perfect - such a lovely area - will definitely stay there again.
Helen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matt
16 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and well provisioned. Great location for going into Edinburgh walk or tram and Leith. Set up for breakfast is help yourself, which works really well. S tag are friendly and helpful.
Accessibility to public transport, the location was perfect. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful
Bola
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Facundo
17 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was exactly as it looked in the pictures. Very clean, and great conditions. Also, we had breakfast included and it was fantastic! The staff was also very, very kind. The only bad thing, was that when we got there, the room smelled a bit like cigarettes, but after some hours of the window open, it was fine. But definitely I would a 100% recommend this place!
Craig is an excellent host and very welcoming. He spent quite some time explaining the area to me - restaurants and best routes to walk in Edinburgh.
I loved my room! It had everything I needed and it’s so handy having the fridge with complimentary drinks available.
The kitchen is so generous and a great addition for breakfast. You can cook your own meals as well.
The tram into town and from the airport is a 2min walk from the property.
I’d definitely stay here again! Thanks again, Craig!