4 Friends House

2.0 star property
Guest house near Royal Mile in Edinburgh

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Deluxe Double Room
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Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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106 Ferry Rd., Edinburgh, Scotland, EH6 4PG
  • Place, Edinburgh Port
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Yacht Britannia
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room

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

Single Room with Private External Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Single Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

Leith stay.Your stay at this Leith guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Princes Street and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Edinburgh Port - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Yacht Britannia - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Princes Street - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Brunstane Station - 10 min drive
  • Newhaven Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Haven - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sabzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Chip Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dreadnought Leith - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alby's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

4 Friends House

Guest house near Royal Mile in Edinburgh
As a guest of 4 Friends House, you'll find a library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. 4 Friends House also features a communal living room and a water dispenser.

This Edinburgh guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
4 Friends House offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Accommodations are furnished with desks and desk chairs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 11

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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-out fee: GBP 11 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 onsite parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Air conditioning is not provided. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

4 Friends House Edinburgh
4 Friends House Guesthouse
4 Friends House Guesthouse Edinburgh

4 Friends House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome from a very friendly and knowledgeable young man. Lovely relaxed atmosphere. The traffic was loud day and at night, we were given ear plugs but they weren’t particularly useful against the noise. That is the only negative, beautiful house , well presented and everything is thought of.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Fang Deng

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoaneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was charming and
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuroop, CHICAGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had one of our best experience at the 4 friends House.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. There are bus stops located in the same block as the property to take you wherever you need the go. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, helpful. Bus very handy. Would definitely recommend for anyone who doesn’t need to be in town. Would have been helpful to know there aren’t any restaurants or pubs in close proximity. A list of those nearby with walking or commuting times would have been helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at 4 Friends. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

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

Amazing place to stay

Amazing experience and the staff was above and beyond the expectations..well done to everyone look after this place 😊😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!! I arrived early but was able to drop off my luggage. Lukas met me at reception and was very kind and clear with instructions. Beautiful room, no issues whatsoever. The room faced a relatively busy street but I didn't find it noisy at all. Although there is no on-site breakfast, they are kind enough to provide a kitchen area with some basics like bread, cereal and fruit for anyone who wants along with some discount coupons for nearby cafes. Also it's right by a bus stop so easy to get around. Will definitely stay here again if I am back. Thanks!! -Zac
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yifan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

An absolute gem of a guest house

My room and bed was very comfortable. There is also a reception room with lots of lovely touches, such as breakfast items, toaster, microwave and various books and games.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Silvia and Eric were wonderful hosts. I would stay there agan. Thanks Silvia and Eric!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing stay. Sylvia and Lukas were so wonderful and went above and beyond to make sure my stay was relaxing and enjoyable. As a solo traveller it’s always a concern finding safe comfortable accomodation. 4 friends delivered beyond expectation. Room was gorgeous. Bed super comfy. Highly recommend this wonderful guest house. Convenient location with buses at doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

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

Too far from city center

Too far from city center. We booked two nights, but left after one. The cost of the Uber ride one way was $17.81 to city center. Closest restaurant a 16 minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything as expected
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ornella

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good price for Edinburgh hotel

This hotel was very reasonably priced for expensive Edinburgh. 20 mins by bus to the train station. Walking distance to the Royal Yacht. The staff were very friendly. No included breakfast, but they were a few complimentary breakfast items in the lobby, which we made use of. The room was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desmond Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on our 1st trip to Scotland and could not have had a better place to stay in Edinburgh. The owners were so helpful and knowledgeable. They helped us with bus & train schedules, keeping our luggage after checkout, and even finding our lost cell phone! The room was clean & comfy! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025