"We stayed for an entire week and loved our stay. James and Amanda were very kind and helpfull and made a delicious fresh breakfast every day. The room was nice, clean and tidy. The location was perfect for visiting Eninbrugh while also visiting other cities by rental car, because we could park for free. Highly recommended!"
"We stayed for an entire week and loved our stay. James and Amanda were very kind and helpfull and made a delicious fresh breakfast every day. The room was nice, clean and tidy. The location was perfect for visiting Eninbrugh while also visiting other cities by rental car, because we could park for free. Highly recommended!"
"We had a great stay at this hotel! The staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location was convenient. Everything went smoothly, and we felt well taken care of throughout our stay. We would definitely recommend this hotel and would happily stay here again!"
"We had a great stay at this hotel! The staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location was convenient. Everything went smoothly, and we felt well taken care of throughout our stay. We would definitely recommend this hotel and would happily stay here again!"
"Clean and spacey room, own bath with an appropiate size. Host is super friendly and always checks up on how you are doing and questions about Edinburgh."
"Clean and spacey room, own bath with an appropiate size. Host is super friendly and always checks up on how you are doing and questions about Edinburgh."
"Lovely big room, full of character, clean and well equipped. Convenient location. No staff onsite but that wasn't a problem at all - there was good communication and regular updates."
"Lovely big room, full of character, clean and well equipped. Convenient location. No staff onsite but that wasn't a problem at all - there was good communication and regular updates."
"Fantastic welcome from helpful staff. A really comfortable, clean guesthouse with spotless en suite bathrooms and access to a private outdoor courtyard."
"Fantastic welcome from helpful staff. A really comfortable, clean guesthouse with spotless en suite bathrooms and access to a private outdoor courtyard."
"Great location, large room with great amenities. Staff friendly and approachable plus they accommodated us with luggage so we didn’t have to drag it around with us on our check out day."
"Great location, large room with great amenities. Staff friendly and approachable plus they accommodated us with luggage so we didn’t have to drag it around with us on our check out day."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nestled at the foot of the Pentland Hills, Balerno offers peaceful walks along the Water of Leith and access to Malleny Garden's historic grounds. Visit the Red Moss nature reserve to spot local wildlife or time your trip for the annual Balerno Farmers' Market featuring Scottish specialities.
Amazing host, fantastic breakfast, brilliant old leather chair in room 1. Gareth, the owner couldn't do enough for us. He even gave us a bottle of prosecco for our wedding anniversary (see photo). Highly recommended
Amazing host, fantastic breakfast, brilliant old leather chair in room 1. Gareth, the owner couldn't do enough for us. He even gave us a bottle of prosecco for our wedding anniversary (see photo). Highly recommended
Great stay. We arrived a bit early and the room was ready. Close to a tram stop or about a 30 min walk to princes street. Plenty of shops, cafes and bars nearby.
Great stay. We arrived a bit early and the room was ready. Close to a tram stop or about a 30 min walk to princes street. Plenty of shops, cafes and bars nearby.
I spent quite a while looking for the best combination of location, reviews, appearance, price and convenience and must confess to having been a little sceptical of the high scores I found at such a modest cost. But I found that they are totally justified. I received an upgrade on arrival and my hosts could not have been more helpful, giving me information about places worth visiting, local transport and options of where to eat etc.
Walking into the house for the first time, it was clear what a...
I spent quite a while looking for the best combination of location, reviews, appearance, price and convenience and must confess to having been a little sceptical of the high scores I found at such a modest cost. But I found that they are totally justified. I received an upgrade on arrival and my hosts could not have been more helpful, giving me information about places worth visiting, local transport and options of where to eat etc.
Walking into the house for the first time, it was clear what a...
David
Reviewed September 5, 2025Reviewed September 5, 2025
Excellent stay! very friendly and informative staff, lovely tea and coffee making facilities to come back to after a long day, extremely comfy beds - over all 5* experience.
Excellent stay! very friendly and informative staff, lovely tea and coffee making facilities to come back to after a long day, extremely comfy beds - over all 5* experience.
Even before arrival Hilary couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. We were able to check in a little early without any difficulties. The building was beautiful and the lovely open fire with complementary wine in the lounge was so relaxing. We stayed in the regent room which was really cosy with a huge comfortable bed. Breakfast was really nice too. A little walk from the station and princess street. It was definitely worthy of all the other fantastic reviews. We will definitely be...
Even before arrival Hilary couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. We were able to check in a little early without any difficulties. The building was beautiful and the lovely open fire with complementary wine in the lounge was so relaxing. We stayed in the regent room which was really cosy with a huge comfortable bed. Breakfast was really nice too. A little walk from the station and princess street. It was definitely worthy of all the other fantastic reviews. We will definitely be...
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed February 21, 2019Reviewed February 21, 2019
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Dorstan. The B&B is an ideal location to explore Edinburgh being quiet & either a 20min walk or short bus ride to the city centre.
The owners were very helpful giving me a map to explore, offering suggestions of places to visit & answering any questions. Breakfast was also served promptly & with a smile.
My room was clean & tidy with fresh towels, bins emptied & tea/coffee replenished each day. Though I had a single room with no toilet or shower this was not...
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Dorstan. The B&B is an ideal location to explore Edinburgh being quiet & either a 20min walk or short bus ride to the city centre.
The owners were very helpful giving me a map to explore, offering suggestions of places to visit & answering any questions. Breakfast was also served promptly & with a smile.
My room was clean & tidy with fresh towels, bins emptied & tea/coffee replenished each day. Though I had a single room with no toilet or shower this was not...
Everything is perfect. From customer service to facilities. The moment you enter the house you know that the property was well kept. Would definitely book again if given the chance.
Everything is perfect. From customer service to facilities. The moment you enter the house you know that the property was well kept. Would definitely book again if given the chance.
Alelie
Reviewed January 23, 2025Reviewed January 23, 2025
The property was well located in proximity to the centre. The parking was good right outside the property. The room was spacious, clean and well appointed.
On arrival I was greeted by the owner who was very approachable and helpful during my stay. Definitely visiting again.
The property was well located in proximity to the centre. The parking was good right outside the property. The room was spacious, clean and well appointed.
On arrival I was greeted by the owner who was very approachable and helpful during my stay. Definitely visiting again.
Lance
Reviewed September 16, 2026Reviewed September 16, 2026
Excellent location and comfy bed, only issues I had with my room was that the wardrobe was broke and the shower would turn on and off while trying to use it. Other than that I really enjoyed the hotel room and would actually book it again :)
Excellent location and comfy bed, only issues I had with my room was that the wardrobe was broke and the shower would turn on and off while trying to use it. Other than that I really enjoyed the hotel room and would actually book it again :)
The staff were excellent here. Very attentive and helpful, and the checkin and checkout were very quick and smooth.
The breakfast is basic, but good. If you prefer a proper hot meal, there are many restaurants and cafes in the area.
The room and hotel were clean, but without keeping the window open the room started to smell a bit musty, but not overly so.
The staff were excellent here. Very attentive and helpful, and the checkin and checkout were very quick and smooth.
The breakfast is basic, but good. If you prefer a proper hot meal, there are many restaurants and cafes in the area.
The room and hotel were clean, but without keeping the window open the room started to smell a bit musty, but not overly so.
We stayed in room 5.
Huge bedroom beautifully decorated. Very comfortable bed and nice walk in shower.
Highly recommend
Very friendly welcome.
We enjoyed breakfast in the cafe .
Stunning food and coffee.
We will definitely be back.
We stayed in room 5.
Huge bedroom beautifully decorated. Very comfortable bed and nice walk in shower.
Highly recommend
Very friendly welcome.
We enjoyed breakfast in the cafe .
Stunning food and coffee.
We will definitely be back.
Andrea
Reviewed February 26, 2024Reviewed February 26, 2024
A wonderful stay, the staff are really friendly and most helpful with directions. The city centre was only a few minutes walk and there is on street parking. The room was very warm and comfortable, lovely place, will recommend.
A wonderful stay, the staff are really friendly and most helpful with directions. The city centre was only a few minutes walk and there is on street parking. The room was very warm and comfortable, lovely place, will recommend.
Jean
Reviewed February 28, 2017Reviewed February 28, 2017
What is the nightly rate for a guest house in Balerno?
Rates for Balerno guest houses vary, but travelers can find great-value prices from £45 with Expedia. A range of factors can affect nightly rates, such as the location, the breakfast offering, and the range of amenities. Travelers looking for a good deal should consider looking for a midweek stay, as weekend rates at Balerno guest houses tend to be higher. Remember to also use our filters to sort prices from low to high.
What's the difference between a Balerno guest house and a B&B?
A guest house in Balerno is typically a larger establishment with more rooms, offering a more hotel-like experience, and may provide additional amenities including luxury bedding. In contrast, a B&B is usually a smaller property that focuses primarily on providing a room and breakfast. A B&B is often more personal, and breakfast is typically included as part of the stay, but other services might be more limited compared to a guest house.