Title: Bala House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bala House Guesthouse with free parking, near Edinburgh Castle ![Family Suite, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31960000/31959400/31959335/960e6658.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31960000/31959400/31959335/7743cfb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31960000/31959400/31959335/cb3e9f84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31960000/31959400/31959335/c64c792a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Suite, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31960000/31959400/31959335/b8c0d141.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bala House provides a tranquil guesthouse experience near Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile. Travelers appreciate the smoke-free environment while staying connected with complimentary WiFi. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Bala-House.h31959335.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Bala-House.h31959335.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.93456%2C-3.17471&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gYWoRZHyxAcZRscE-z_EvLUT5b8=) 23 Minto Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1RQ #### What's nearby - Royal Commonwealth Pool - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Holyrood Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - The Meadows - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - University of Edinburgh - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Haldi - ‬5 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min walk - ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬7 min walk - ‪New Garden Grove - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dehli Diner - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Bala House Guest house near University of Edinburgh Located close to Grassmarket, Bala House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Bala House have amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries ## Similar properties ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16030000/16028100/16028097/a01664dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ravelston House Musselburgh - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 418 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=16028097&PinnedHotelID=16028097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 1:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 10:30 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 1:00 AM The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Bala House Guesthouse Edinburgh Bala House Guesthouse Bala House Edinburgh Guesthouse Bala House Edinburgh Edinburgh Bala House Guesthouse Guesthouse Bala House Bala House Edinburgh Bala House Edinburgh Bala House Guesthouse Bala House Guesthouse Edinburgh ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bala House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Bala House? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bala House? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:30 PM to 1:00 AM for a fee of GBP 20. ### What time is check-out at Bala House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bala House located? > Located in Newington, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Library of Scotland and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 26 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 28 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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