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15 Glengyle Terrace, Edinburgh EH3 9LN, Scotland
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“outstanding Scottish experience”

Elmview

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5 of 5 stars
macbethLivingston 4 contributions
livingston, new jersey
Sep 21, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

Next to seeing Edinburgh Castle, staying at Elmview has to be the highlight of one's trip to Scotland (or anywhere else). The warm welcome given by Robin, greeting us by name at the door and offering fresh-baked breads, tea and coffee on our arrival, was a hint at what was to come. Our room, #4 (and subsequently #5 after we returned from a 2-day trip to Inverness) was the height of country elegance: king-sized bed, chandelier, double vanity in the bathroom, terrycloth robes, decanter of sherry, fridge with milk and water, flat-screen tv with DVD player and library of videos outside the door, and a stock of guide books on Scotland and Edinburgh. Breakfast was served in impeccable style on Portmeiron china, with a printed menu and one daily special, prepared by Robin's wife Nici, who really knows how to cook. They even made me vegetarian haggis! Robin's genuine warmth, wit and practical travel suggestions, plus the way he cheerfully introduces the other guests at the table, confirm our impression that this is the most outstanding B&B imaginable. It deserves an extra star rating just for the food. Location is perfectly suited to bus routes, although it's only a 10 minute walk to the castle and elsewhere into the Old Town. Local restaurants abound, with The Apartment and Bombay Bicycle Club among our favorites. Robin loans his Compaq computer to guests; he even helped us call our distraught daughter at college in Boston on his phone without charge. We would plan our next trip to Scotland around availability at Elmview and recommend it without hesitation. It is truly a magical experience. The price is right for such excellent service.

  • Liked — everything
  • Disliked — nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay September 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since January 13, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“5 Star Experience”

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5 of 5 stars
JohnandJane73 1 contribution
Seattle
Sep 20, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
3/3 found this review helpful

My wife and I wanted to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary in Edinburgh and chose the Elmview because of the reviews and my having lived in the neighborhood as a med student. From the moment we arrived Nici and Robin were the most gracious and attentive hosts. Our room, #5 was large, light filled with many thoughtful little touches. Others have raved about The Breakfast, which will be our standard of excellence from now on. Be sure to have the haggis and the porridge, and don't miss Bennet's Bar down the street for a traditional Edingurgh pub experience.

  • Liked — The hosts, the breakfast, the room, easy access to the shared laptop
  • Disliked — Can't fault in any way
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay September 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since September 20, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine
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“The Best !”

Elmview

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5 of 5 stars
bookertmgs1 3 contributions
manchester
Sep 15, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

A glowing example of how a B&B should be run.

Everything was perfect and nothing had been forgotten.

Breakfast was one of the best I've ever had in any hotel / B&B - Eggs benedict special was the best I'd ever had.

If you are staying in Edinburgh - they try to stay in this B&B, you will not regret it !

  • Liked — The food !!
  • Disliked — There is nothing negative to say about this B&B
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay August 2008
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since December 30, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
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“Cosy retreat”

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5 of 5 stars
magsreading 1 contribution
Staffordshire
Sep 3, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

Warm and welcoming, excellent accommodation and Breakfast, made to feel at home by Nici and Robin.
Much thought has gone into this accommodation with lots of extra touches as well as every necessity provided.
From welcoming sherry to flowers and nibbles, to exceptional cleanliness.
I would certainly recommend (and have already done so) this accommodation to family and friends and if we visit Edinburgh again we will certainly stay - vacancies permitting.

Thank you Robin andd Nici for a very comfortable 3 nights.

Keith and Margaret Wright
Lichfield
Staffordshire

  • Liked — Clean, comfortable, private freedom
  • Disliked — nothing springs to mind
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay August 2008
  • Visit was for Other
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since September 03, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Concerts / Music festival, Other
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“Best B&B we've ever been to”

Elmview

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5 of 5 stars
marcopico 1 contribution
Palermo
Sep 1, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We spent 3 days in Edinburgh, and we searched Trip Advisor for the best place to go to. Elmview was one of the first B&Bs suggested, so we decided to try it. Maybe the place was quite expensive, but absolutely worth the many services, the wonderful food experience, and the fantastic hospitality we received.
Our room was full of comforts, and our guests were wonderful. We spent a very nice time, though the weather was quite awful. Overall, I would suggest Elmview to everybody, if you have the right budget.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay August 2008
  • Visit was for Hobby / interessi / cultura
  • Traveled with Consorte / altra persona importante
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since September 01, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Concerts / Music festival
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15 Glengyle Terrace, Edinburgh EH3 9LN, Scotland