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Welcome
to the Robertson Guesthouse, Edinburgh – Bed and Breakfast and Guesthouse
Accommodation.
If you’re in need of bed and breakfast accommodation, visit the Robertson Guesthouse, Edinburgh and be assured of a warm welcome and a quiet stay in our Victorian terraced villa! Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland's Capital City.
Robertson Guest House Accommodation
Rooms:
The Robertson Guest House provides all the comforts and facilities that
the discerning traveller visiting Edinburgh for business or leisure would
expect.
All the rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated, with comfortable
chairs and beds. We have double, twin and family bedrooms, hairdryer,
some en-suite with tub/shower.
All the rooms have colour television with tea and coffee making facilities. A wireless connection from the room is always available if you bring with you your own laptop. Our aim is to make your stay as enjoyable and of course as comfortable as possible for your stay in Edinburgh.
Room Sizes:
We have single, double, twin and family bedrooms, some with en-suite bath/shower
or private bathroom. accommodating from 1 to 5 persons.
In All Rooms:
- Colour Television
- Hairdryer
- Tea/Coffee facilities
- Wireless Internet Access
Within the guest house:
Our extensive breakfast menu includes fresh fruit, yoghurts, muesli, various
cereals, porridge, fully cooked breakfast or a selection of your choice.
Vegetarian option available on request.
Each en-suite guestroom is equipped with colour TV, tea and coffee making
facilities with light snack provided and, by request, we change towels
and linens daily.
Furthermore, if you bring your laptop you can easily surf the internet
thanks to our broadband wireless connection.
Nearby facilities:
The immediate area boasts many fine restaurants offering a varied International
Cuisine to suit all tastes. It is also close to Edinburgh theatres and
cinemas and is within a short walk to one of Edinburgh's newest leisure
centres offering a 14 screen cinema, ten-pin bowling, night clubs, swimming
pool and gymnasium.
Shop in Edinburgh City's Princes Street and George Street where you will find many International and designer shops including the famous Jenner's department store. You may wish to relax afterwards in Princes Street Gardens which nestles beneath Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Old Town.
A great base for golfers, Edinburgh boasts some forty or so courses within easy reach of the City - St. Andrews, Gleneagles, and Loch Lomond courses are further afield but can all be reached on a days trip returning to the City in the evenings where you can enjoy the vibrant nightlife.
For Exciting Events in Edinburgh:
There is no other city anywhere that has a more vibrant calendar of festivals
and events than Edinburgh. Find a home away for home with us, and enjoy
the festival capital of the world in style and comfort.
Edinburgh Open Top Bus Tours:
The most popular open top bus tour in Scotland, which travels around Edinburgh's
historic and central areas highlighting all the major attractions and
historical points of the city. In addition to this the tour is conducted
in a variety of languages to allow all international guests to fully appreciate
the history and vibrance of the City of Edinburgh.
Gray Line Tours:
If whilst staying in The Robertson Guesthouse you wish to see more of
what Scotland can offer you. Grayline tours offer a large range of day
sightseeing tours covering St Andrews, Loch Ness , the magical Firth of
Forth area and many other locations. A great way to spend a day discovering
Scotland during your stay.
Timber Bush Tours:
Timberbush Tours offer a wide range of Highlands and Islands tours during
your stay in Scotland and Edinburgh. With vehicles available for special
charter they can accommodate parties from 4 all the way to 32 and furthermore
tours can be anywhere from 1 to 5 days. Which can allow you to cover all
of the Scottish countryside at a leisurely pace.
Heart of Scotland Tours:
Heart of Scotland tours offer multi-lingual tours all over Scotland. With
popular lines offering Whiskey lovers a tour around the Spey-Side Whiskey
trail and The West Coast Castles tour. Incorporating many of the popular
castles in the Central belt of Scotland as you head towards the beautiful
west coast regions.
Rabbies Scottish Tours:
Rabbies offer specific tours to the magical Scottish Islands. Departing
from Edinburgh, travel North to the previous viking strongholds of Orkney
and Shetland. In addition to tours to the Inner and Outer Western Isles.
The cultural home of the Scottish Clansmen and the native language of
Gaelic.
Haggis Adventure Tours:
Offering lower cost tours of Scotland Haggis tours give you the opportunity
to travel all across Scotland during your stay at reasonable rates. With
Tours ranging from Skye Exploration tours which take you via the Magical
castle of Eilian Donan. Popularized for it's role in the Sean Connery
Film 'Highlander'.
Attractions and Activities in and Around the City of Edinburgh:
During your stay in the Robertson Guesthouse. Discover the best of what
Edinburgh, the Capital city has to offer and the history that has formed
what has been described as one of the most beautiful capital and culturally
rich cities in the world.
The Real Mary King's Close:
Deep under the heart of Edinburgh is a snapshot of life in the 1600's.
A recently re-discovered street deep in the capital's most famed area
Mary Kings Close is something that all the family can enjoy and learn
from.
Mercat Tours - Edinburgh:
Enjoy a tour of old Edinburgh's history. With late night ghost tours and
themed adventures to show the old town of Edinburgh in it's heyday Mercat
Tours has everything to discover the true identity of Scotland Capital
and how it was formed.
Auld Reekie Tours - Edinburgh:
With Vaults Dungeons and Ghosts, Auld Reekie tours is an entertaining
night in Edinburgh's Tron district. Find out about the black past of Edinburgh
where marshall law ruled and spirits and frights were common occurrences.
Scottish Whiskey Heritage Centre:
Scotland's best export has been the 'Water of Life' or better known around
the globe simply as Whiskey. In this great exhibition find out how whiskey
was born, how it is made today and why each whiskey has a special character
that no other has. Finally at the end of the day sample the best Whiskey's
produced in Scotland and dine in style at the luxurious restaurant.
The Edinburgh Camera Obscura:
Edinburgh's largest collection of Holograms and Scientific images the
largest in Scotland, along with the incredible Camera Obscura. This breathtaking
experience makes a great day's visit and gives a unique perspective on
the Capital of Scotland. With something to keep every visitor no matter
how old or young captivated.
Museums and Galleries:
Scotland's inhabitants for years have been some of the most innovative
adventurous and creative throughout the globe. This wealth of knowledge
and art is showcased no better than in Edinburgh the Capital.
Scottish National Galleries:
Scotland's rich heritage of global discovery, artistic excellence and
technological innovations. The Edinburgh museums showcases the diversity
of Scotland across a variety of collections
Scottish National Museums:
Containing the local Museum of Flight where the last airborne Concord
is on show, the Capital Center based National Museum and the War Museum
of Scotland, the National Museums cover a large variety of exhibits to
interest all.
Edinburgh City Arts Centre:
Scotland has given birth to many of the most influential artists in history,
spanning across all historical movements. With collections including Paolozzi,
McTaggart and external exhibitions of egyptian artifacts. The Edinburgh
City Art Centre brings a rich artistic diversity under one roof.
The Museum of Childhood:
Discover Children's play throughout history and view one of the largest
collections of Toys in the United Kingdom. The mesmerizing museum of childhood
will either walk you through memory lane or intrigue younger visitors
with their interactive exhibits.
The Fruit Market Art Gallery:
Contemporary art gallery based in the heart of the nation's capital. Offering
many exhibitions or just a relaxed area of contemplation and relaxation.
The Fruit Market gallery is an ideal stopping point as you cross the Royal
Mile.
Edinburgh Castle and Tattoo:
In Edinburgh it is hard to ignore the castle wherever you may be. As a
beautiful center piece to the capital's centre it is also a venue to some
of the most spectacular views and cultural exhibitions. The tattoo runs
throughout the year and is the biggest military exhibition in Scotland.
With cavalry drill shows and parades.
Hollyrood - Scottish Parliament:
Scotland's parliament is not only a turning point in it's peoples history
but also a testament to the excellence of Scotland's designers and architects.
The multi award winning building has to be seen if your visit takes you
to the Royal Mile. The stunning craftsmanship and breathtaking design
holds the hub of Scotland government.
St. Giles Cathedral:
Located centrally in the Royal Mile St Giles Cathedral is a towering monument
to Edinburgh's past as the Religious Capital of Scotland. The stunning
stonework and towering stained glass must be viewed to be appreciated
and in-keeping with tradition as you leave spit on the Heart of MidLothian
to guarantee you good luck on your journey.
Theatres and Cinemas:
Edinburgh is famed for it's cultural festival the international film festival
and many more major events, however the culture and arts do not end there.
With a wealth of permanent venues supporting Scotland's cultural diversity
the last thing you will feel during your stay is boredom
Edinburgh Festival Theatres:
The festival theaters trust based in the famed Festival and King's theaters
produces many of Scotland finest dramatic performances and dance performances.
To spend an evening of culture away from the bars and restaurants during
your stay it is highly recommended.
The Traverse Theatre:
From opera to orchestral music the Traverse Theatre covers all movements
and also houses some of the best contemporary dramatic productions in
Edinburgh. A great way to spend the evening absorbing Edinburgh's rich
culture.
The Filmhouse Cinema:
The Filmhouse Cinema is the home of the Edinburgh's famed film festival.
Showing films from around the globe and films entered into the Festival.
This small cinema specializes in films outside of the mainstream domain.
Or re-releases of cinematic greats.
The Usher Hall:
The Usher Hall is a venue which has long been known for musical acts.
From Orchestral to Popular music the Usher hall's historic 3 tiered seating
balconies and cylindrical design make it a truly enchanting experience
both visually and aurally.
The Queen's Hall Theatre:
From John McGlaughlin's Jazz to PJ Harvey to The Russian Philharmonic
Orchestra. The Queens hall is an intimate historical venue, where you
can come close to the musicians and truly be enveloped by the experience
of the performance.
The Cameo Cinema:
The Cameo Picture House is Edinburgh's oldest cinema. With it's traditional
art deco front emulating the New York classic cinema look it is by far
the best place in the Capital's center to watch the latest block busters
and major releases. In addition to this with it being only 5 minutes walk
from the Robertson Guest House it is an ideal location to relax whilst
staying with us.
Location:
The Robertson Guesthouse and bed and breakfast is located in a quiet cul-de-sac
minutes away from the bustling city centre, with attractions such as Edinburgh
Castle, The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and the famous Princes Street
shopping area only a short walk away.
Edinburgh is a beautiful city with stunning architecture, dating back to the eleventh century.
The Guesthouse is ideally located just a stroll from the heart of the
city, the city's main shopping area overlooking Edinburgh Castle, and
close to galleries, museums, theatres and historic sites. This welcoming
bed and breakfast is the perfect place to start your exploration of the
Scottish capital.
Edinburgh is a major European tourist attraction, which is steeped in
Scottish history. The Robertson Guesthouse is located in a quiet cul-de-sac
minutes away from Edinburgh City Centre.
We are well situated for bus and rail services, and there is a direct
bus service from Edinburgh City Centre to Edinburgh Airport.
Visit the famous Edinburgh Castle and walk the Royal Mile to Holyrood
Palace, the Queen's official residence in Edinburgh.
Also visit the many art galleries and museums where you will learn about
many aspects of Scottish life and culture. Edinburgh is the home of the
Royal Yacht Britannia which is permanently berthed in Leith docks and
now open to the public.
How to Find Robertson Guesthouse, Edinburgh:
By Air:
From Edinburgh Airport take the N.100 Airlink shuttle to Edinburgh Waverley
Train Station. From there take bus no. 11, 15, 16 or 17 and get off at
Bruntsfield Place. Walk straight (the street bends a little to the right)
and before the big bend to the left turn right into "Viewforth".
"Hartington Gardens" is the 2nd street on the left, we are at
house no.5
By Train:
From Edinburgh Waverley Train Station take bus no. 11, 15, 16 or 17 and
get off at Bruntsfield Place. Walk straight (the street bends a little
to the right) and before the big bend to the left turn right into "Viewforth".
"Hartington Gardens" is the 2nd street on the left, we are at
house no.5
By Car:
Exit at the Lothianburn Junction from the A702. Continue straight into
Edinburgh city centre until you reach Bruntsfield Place. Drive straight
(the street bends a little to the right) and before the big bend to the
left turn right into "Viewforth". "Hartington Gardens"
is the 2nd street on the left, we are at house no.5.
Email Robertson Guest House enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
