23 Mayfield – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
23 Mayfield offers seven rooms with hand-carved mahogany furniture, four-poster beds, and original Victorian features. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, Bluetooth radio, and Noble Isle toiletries. Bathrooms have rainfall showers and heated mirrors. The Grand Tudor room has a telescope, Nintendo Wii, and views of Arthur's Seat.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast includes a full Scottish spread with rare breed sausages, Stornaway black pudding, and whisky-infused porridge. Vegetarian options like haggis and sausages are available. The dining room has candlelit service and stained glass windows. Guests can also enjoy homemade fudge and infused water.
Club Room Lounge
The Rathbone Club Room features leather Chesterfield sofas, an honesty bar, and a library of books. A Bose sound system plays jazz or classical music, and guests can play chess or oversized Connect Four. A push-button taxi service is available.
Location & Access
Located in Newington, the guesthouse is a 10-minute bus ride from Edinburgh's center. It's a 15-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Scottish Parliament. The Shore in Leith, known for seafood, is nearby. Free on-site parking is provided.
Unique Services
Ross and Kathleen Birnie offer guided city tours and local recommendations. The guesthouse has an ice machine, printer, and outdoor herb garden. Private check-in and check-out are available. Groups up to 21 can be accommodated.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- Wi-Fi
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor