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7.9

696 reviews

The Sandaig

The Sandaig

5 East Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8AA, United Kingdom

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+1-833-728-2041

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Free parking

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Free toiletries

The Sandaig

Welcome to The Sandaig, your delightful guest house situated just 1.8mi from the charming heart of Edinburgh! This delightful 4-star haven at 5 East Hermitage Place offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for those ready to explore the rich culture and stunning architecture of this iconic city. With rates starting at an unbeatable price, you'll be able to experience everything Edinburgh has to offer without breaking the bank!

Guests rave about the fantastic features at The Sandaig, including free WiFi that ensures you stay connected while you plan your day of adventures. Enjoy the indulgence of free toiletries and relax in the cozy non-smoking rooms, making your stay as enjoyable as possible. Plus, with free parking available, you can easily explore the beautiful surroundings or make day trips to the breathtaking Scottish Highlands!

With an impressive total of 696 reviews, it's clear that visitors are falling in love with The Sandaig's charming atmosphere and warm hospitality. Whether you're wandering through the historic cobblestone streets of Edinburgh or simply unwinding in your room after a day of adventures, this guest house is the perfect retreat to refresh and regroup. Book your stay now and become part of the lively community of travelers who have made The Sandaig their home away from home!

At The Sandaig, we believe that every stay should be as unique as the traveler! Accommodating everyone from families to couples, our rooms offer a cozy haven after a day of exploring. Delight in our diverse room options, whether you're snuggling up in a spacious King Room, enjoying time with your family in our Large Family or Deluxe Family rooms, or savoring the charm of our Superior accommodations. Each room is designed with care, ensuring a tranquil atmosphere free from smoke and filled with the comforts of home. With ample space to unwind, you’ll find The Sandaig a delightful place to rejuvenate for your next day of adventure.

Adventure awaits right outside your door! With The Sandaig as your base, you're just a stone's throw away from Edinburgh's vibrant attractions. Stroll through the enchanting streets and absorb the city's remarkable history or indulge in local delicacies at cozy cafes nearby. The nearby sights are sure to capture your imagination, from the captivating Edinburgh Castle atop Castle Rock to the lush greenery of Holyrood Park. Whether you're a history buff or a foodie, the heart of Edinburgh is alive with experiences just waiting to be uncovered!

And let's not forget the essentials! At The Sandaig, we know that a great experience includes hassle-free payment options to get you on your way faster. We accept a variety of payment methods including Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, Solo, and Bankcard, and cash is always a welcome choice too! So whether you're counting your coins or swiping your card, rest assured that we've covered all bases so you can focus on having an unforgettable time. Come join us at The Sandaig, where every traveler is treated like family!

Closest airports

Edinburgh Airport

8.2mi

Dundee Riverside Airport

33.8mi

Glasgow Airport

49.7mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Free toiletries

Rooms

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

145 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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This room with attached bathroom is located on the second floor. With a free drink on arrival and an iPod docking station, this room has a flat-screen TV, and a DVD player. Also features free Wi-Fi, a private shower room, a mini safe and ironing facilities.

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Large Family

325 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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This room with attached bathroom is located on the first floor with a bay window overlooking Leith Links Park. It features a mini-safe. A hospitality tray and a complimentary sherry are provided on arrival. This room can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children under 12.

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Room - 1 Queen, Private Bathroom

120 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Deluxe Family

245 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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This room with attached bathroom is located on the first floor. It features a mini-safe. A hospitality tray and a complimentary sherry are provided on arrival.

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Superior

240 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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This room with attached bathroom is located on the first floor. It features free WiFi access, an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV. A complimentary sherry is provided on arrival.

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Family

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

Tea/Coffee maker

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Guest reviews

7.9

696 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Sedman

8.2

July 2024

Great cosy modern interior and fantastic for bus links , the prices to park in Edinburgh are on the hipster side so a £5 day pass does the trick and bus stops are nice and close. On arrival I rang the doorbell and knocked several times but no answer. Rang the phone number roughly 6 times which went to voicemail Mail each time and left voicemails which were not responded to, . after around 15 mins I checked my text messages (my phone doesn't give text notifications) and found the owners had texted me hours earlier with instructions with codes for access, so a word of advice ..check your texts!. Price wise it was expensive as everywhere half decent in Edinburgh is pricey but in comparison to other places the cost was very reasonable. The room was spotlessly clean and modern plus the bed was comfortable. TV hardly picked up any channels but we were not there to watch TV. To round it off aside from the minor negatives we were very satisfied with the stay there and would stay again. Area is nice and safe and opposite a park.

There is no person on reception available but that's all. Everything else was good.

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Tara

8.2

April 2024

Comfortable, very clean, quiet, easy to find and check in. Luke the person on staff was extremely nice and helpful. Loved having a bath tub with ample hot water. Close to bus stop. I appreciated the extra touch of a welcome drink of Sherry and biscuits.

There were not any nearby restaurants, coffee shops or stores. Only one restaurant nearby on the map and it was closed. A mini-fridge in the room would be nice to store snacks since there are no nearby places to eat or drink. I would also recommend to the property to install some coat hooks by the door for the convenience of hanging coats, bags and umbrellas in the room.

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Sergey

8.2

May 2022

Excellent room that exceeded expectations in terms of amenities and comfort, everything that was needed for a short city break. Lovely interior of communal spaces. Location very close to main attractions of Leith.

Another room had its shower & bathroom not en suite but as a separate cubicle across the corridor - right next to our room. When guests staying in that room used their bathroom in the evening or late at night, their movements across the corridor unintentionally produced a lot of noise, which was quite disruptive to our sleep. That was the only concern with our our stay at the Sandaig.

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Knight

8.2

October 2023

The Sandaig was a very pleasant visit, the room was tidy and clean which is all you can ask for! Just outside of leith main high street itself, and we ended walking back up to Edinburgh main town itself which took around 45 minutes but they have the trams which are also very helpful!

The only thing I'd mention, which isn't the fault of the Sandaig, but just to remember that depending on who else is staying it wasn't always that quiet while trying to sleep. This isn't a fault, but as a light sleeper I forgot about this factor!

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Tanya

8.2

October 2023

Great location. Bus stop 30 seconds from the guest house. 7 stops to the centre, 1 pound per ticket. Tesco 5 minutes wawy. But please note you can not eat in the room. Very comfortable bed.

I took off a little bit the stars due to an unexpected issue in my room. There was a wet spot next to the window. Very next day it spreaded almost to the bed. It was not a great tradegy, but I could not use that side of the room and had to put on the boots to pass that wet spot. So I did not ask about the change the room or to some refund, but a box of chocolates as an excuse from the management would be enough. The management did not do that, that is a little bit pity. And mind please that in my room the ceiling was not high. I am 167 cm it is o. But for the person about 190-200 cm this would be not so comfortable. Everything else was very good.

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Alexia

10

September 2023

The handsome manager Luke is super nice! He helped with my giant suitcase upstairs as soon as I arrived and brought refreshments. I was welcomed with and friendliness and great humor. I appreciate his help and service during my stay. I planned a surprise for my partner and Luke help me throughout the process to make the stay romantic. I felt relaxed and cozy in this guest house. The room is super comfy and the bathroom is all nice and cleaned. Location is really close to uptown, can just get a bus and u will be there within 15 something minutes. There is a nearby Tesco about 5 minutes walk for daily needs. Amazing and friendly manager would definitely recommend staying again. Keep up the great work!

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Susan

9.1

August 2024

We had a great time Nice comfortable room, friendly staff - Leith has very good links to central Edinburgh with two busses outside and frequent trams (every 10 minutes)… free street parking it’s also really good place to explore (quirky not classy) with Michelin-star restaurants, lovely harbour

No locks on windows. Small tv (swop it with mirror). Clear instructions for opening front door as it’s unmanned at night - we missed the * so our bad!

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Rayburn

8.2

June 2024

The room was very spacious with large window. A large bathroom and bathtub. The sitting room was large an excellent place to read, have a bite to eat or watch tv. Located in front of a bus stop with a short walk to the tram.

Two things which we would suggest improvements the bathtub becomes very slippery after a shower and the second heat regulation at times the room became very hot.

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Catherine

8.2

September 2024

Very friendly & helpful host. Excellent. Little things like when we arrived hours before checkin he made us a cup of tea, suggested sights to be seen, allowed us to occupy the lounge, watch TV, snooze on couch ( after a long haul flight then when previous guest vacated gave prep of the room priority & we were able to get in 2 hrs early. Exceptional.

The mattress… killed our backs…

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Victoria

9.1

December 2023

We have stayed in a variety of hotels over the years, but have never received as warm a welcome as we did from Luke. Very personable with excellent attention to detail. Coffee and biscuits (plus orange juice) were brought up to our room on arrival. Great knowledge of the local area and transport available. The room was large with everything we needed. Incredibly comfy bed, slept the best we had done in a long time.

Nothing at all. All lovely.

Points of Interest Around The Sandaig

Attractions

Edinburgh Cruise Port at Leith

0.8mi

The Canongate

1.5mi

Royal Scottish Academy

1.8mi

Scottish National Gallery

1.8mi

Royal Observatory

3.3mi

Rosslyn Chapel

7.8mi

Aberdour Castle

7.9mi

Forth Bridge

9.3mi

Dunfermline Abbey and Palace

13.5mi

Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot

19.7mi

Swilcan Bridge (Swilken Bridge)

29.3mi

St. Andrews Golf Course

29.4mi

St. Andrews Cathedral

29.4mi

St. Andrews Castle

29.5mi

Melrose Abbey

30.9mi

Amenities of The Sandaig

Free parking

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Sandaig

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property