Cambridge House

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Cambridge House

A wooden deck with a pathway leading to a building.
A conference room with wooden tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a large window with blinds.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a lamp.
A double wooden door with the number 8, a plaque reading "Cambridge House Est. 1880", and a textured wall to the left.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and white balusters, carpeted steps, and framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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8, Cambridge Avenue, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 5AP
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Leith Docks
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double room with external bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Double Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Standard

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Edinburgh

Cambridge House puts you in the centre of Edinburgh, 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Royal Mile and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and plasma TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Leith hotel include Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • Leith Links - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Calton Hill - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Leith Docks - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Princes Street - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Monkey Leith - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Best Kebab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Origano - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪San Ciro’s - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Cambridge House

Cambridge House offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Edinburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Cambridge House offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Edinburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Cambridge House B&B Edinburgh
Cambridge House Edinburgh
Cambridge House Hotel Edinburgh
Cambridge House Edinburgh, Scotland
Cambridge House Edinburgh
Cambridge House Bed & breakfast
Cambridge House Bed & breakfast Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cambridge House?

Cambridge House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Cambridge House?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cambridge House on 26 Oct 2026 start from NZ$130, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Cambridge House?

The closest beach to Cambridge House is Portobello Beach (4.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cambridge House?

No, Cambridge House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cambridge House?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cambridge House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cambridge House Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 184 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, totally sufficient for only one person
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is in a quiet location, making for a peaceful stay, and it has convenient transport links into Edinburgh and Newhaven, as well as the airport which was very handy for getting around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
TIDY AND TINY BUT HEL0FUL AND CHEAP
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a dingy room in the basement. Bathroom was outside the bedroom. Maid service was only redeeming quality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for budget friendly stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms very clean, would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great clean & warm room, Very good location for centre not too far away. Lovely host., will return Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very clean but a bit older. Saw the staff for check in (early was allowed)and not after. The building is ver yold but it was squeeky clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay if you’re traveling alone.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Room was clean and warm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

A good price hotel

An OK hotel with the basics covered
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room with all required amenities. Warm and helpful welcome. Very good value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, close to the center, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend stay for cultural event. Very conveneient location for nightlife ,eating and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location. Easy to find. Pleasant welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a traditional charm that I like. it’s in a quiet neighbourhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
It was ideally located near the tram system; in order to easily move around Edinburgh/Leith.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location reflected the ambience of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Property had a smell that may have been a mix of toilet urine and damp carpet. Not pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness

A Bed for the night

Basic affordable accommodation on a night where Edinburgh prices were sky high
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was needing accommodation for one night only. This property is perfect if you require a clean, quiet place to sleep that’s close to the tram.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for what I needed

It was everything I needed for a 4 day stay in Edinburgh. It’s right on a bus line and the tram is easy to walk to. Everything was clean and the bed was fantastic. I’ll happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable, had a nice sized smart tv, and bathroom with all the amenities. The shower in particular was amazing. A nice waterfall shower with very hot water. Area is safe, quiet, and near the bus stops.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023