Sonas Guesthouse – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 114$/Night

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About the Hotel

3 East Mayfield, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 1SD

“"The location is perfect for accessing Edinburgh's attractions quickly!"”view full review

Historic Victorian Villa

Sonas Guesthouse is a converted 19th-century Victorian villa built in the 1870s for railway directors, retaining many original features. Located in Newington, an affluent residential area on Edinburgh's south side, it sits on a quiet side street near Arthur's Seat, Holyrood Park, and the Scottish Parliament.

Rooms with Period Charm

Rooms include single, double, twin, triple, and family options, all with private bathrooms (most with both bath and shower). Each room features free WiFi, multi-channel flat-screen TV with DVD player, iPod docking station, electric kettle, tea/coffee facilities, and hairdryer. Rooms are arranged over three floors accessed via a Victorian staircase.

Complimentary Breakfast Included

Guests receive a free full breakfast daily. The property offers free self-parking and free WiFi throughout public areas. Luggage storage is available at reception.

Central Edinburgh Location

The guesthouse is 1.1 miles from Edinburgh Waverley Station. Reach via taxi (£8-£10) or Lothian buses 3, 29, 31, 37, 47 from Princes Street. The nearest bus stop is Minto Street (2-minute walk). From Edinburgh Airport, take Airlink Bus 100 (£4.50 single) or the tram (£5.50) to the city center.

Nearby Attractions & Dining

Within walking distance: Surgeons' Hall Museums (1.5 km), Royal Commonwealth Pool, and University of Edinburgh Kings Buildings. A short bus ride to Rosslyn Chapel and Roslin. Edinburgh offers numerous restaurants, bars, and shops throughout the city center.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Small Double Room

2 persons

1 Double bed

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Double Room

2 persons

1 Double bed

Shower

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Small Twin Room

2 persons

2 Single beds

Shower

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Junior Suite

2 persons

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Edinburgh 2.1 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 22.5 km

Dundee (DND) 98.0 km

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 2.3 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.1 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Convenient Parking

“I loved the free parking spot provided by Sonas Guesthouse. It was such a relief to have a safe place to park my car without any extra charges. This made my stay worry-free, knowing my vehicle was secure.” view full review

Cozy and Comfortable

“I stayed in a small double room that was not only cozy but also very well furnished. The bed was super comfortable and my room was spotlessly clean. I really appreciated the tea and coffee tray, along with bottled water, made me feel right at home.” view full review

Surprising Breakfast Bags

“I was kinda surprised by the breakfast bags that awaited me in the room. Each day, they were replenished with items like instant oat pots, breakfast bars, and pastries. These little touches made my mornings good and added a personal touch to my stay.” view full review

Spacious Elegance

“My room had a great view of Arthur's Seat and was spacious enough for me to move around easily. The decor was charming, really adding to the ambiance of the space. I felt cozy and well-rested throughout my stay, made my visit to Edinburgh even better.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3 East Mayfield, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 1SD

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3 East Mayfield, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 1SD

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

2.4 km

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

2.2 km

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.9 km

Landmark

Royal Mile

2.2 km

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2.1 km

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

2.1 km

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

2.4 km

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

2.2 km

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

2.1 km

Landmark

Calton Hill

2.4 km

Park

Princes Street Gardens

2.6 km

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

2.1 km

Park

Holyrood Park

2.6 km

Monument

Scott Monument

2.4 km

Landmark

Princes Street

2.5 km

Museum

Dynamic Earth

2.5 km

Landmark

Nelson Monument

2.3 km

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.7 km

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

2.2 km

Museum

The Writers' Museum

2.2 km

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

2.2 km

Museum

Museum of Childhood

2.2 km

Museum

Gladstone's Land

2.1 km

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

2.1 km

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

2.0 km

Landmark

The Meadows

1.7 km

Square

Grassmarket

2.1 km

Landmark

Summerhall

1.0 km

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

2.1 km

University

University of Edinburgh

2.6 km

Nearby

St Marks Unitarian Church

530 m

Restaurants

The Pacific Fish Bar

620 m

61 Mayfield Road

Three.14

1.0 km

38 Dalkeith Road

The Abbey Bar

800 m

65 South Clerk Street

Scotch Hop

740 m

114 Causewayside

The Tartan Stag

820 m

1 East Preston st Newington

On A Roll

1.1 km

1 George Square

Considerit

1.0 km

3-5a Sciennes

Francos

930 m

11 Summerhall Place

Summerhall Cafe

950 m

1 Summerhall

Enjoy - Gusto Italiano

900 m

44 South Clerk Street

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Sonas Guesthouse – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Historic Victorian Villa

Rooms with Period Charm

Complimentary Breakfast Included

Central Edinburgh Location

Nearby Attractions & Dining

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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