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21B Abercromby Place, Edinburgh EH3 6QE, Scotland
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5.0 of 5 stars 313 reviews
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“A special B&B in Edinburgh”

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5 of 5 stars
LBMYork 1 contribution
York
Jan 24, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

I arrived in Edinburgh on a wild and windy nights after storms and rain hoping I was going to stay in a comfortable place. The taxi drove me to 'Gerald's PLace, Abercromby Place which is situated in the New Town - the most elegant old part of Edinburgh and very near the centre. Gerald gave me a warm welcome and led me into his part of the beautiful house where he lives. He has a beautiful home full of interesting pictures and my room was warm, very comfortable and fitted out with all the extras you could want with a spotless batnroom for your own use next door. Gerald was on the Scottish news on TV that night as it happened being feted as a prize winning B&B owner. The film of him cooking breakfast led me to break my usual rule and ask for scrambled egg and bacon in the morning. Delicious! Not to mention the organic muesli and fresh fruit compote made by Gerald that morning in his lovely new electric fruit mixer machine. I would recommend this delightful B&B especially for people who want the personal touch which will make their stay in Edinburgh special.

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“Hidden Gem”

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5 of 5 stars
JenBath 1 contribution
Bath
Jan 24, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We wanted to visit our son who is at Edinburgh University and needed a central location.
Found Geraldsplace while browsing the internet and what a find.
Gerald gave us a wonderful welcome and we immediately felt at home.
Our room was very comfortable and breakfast the following morning excellent.
We have passed Geralds name on to many friends and could'nt recommend him more highly.
Mrs J Vivian.

  • Date of stay December 2006
  • Member since January 24, 2007
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“A very pleasant stay”

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5 of 5 stars
nhsOxford 1 contribution
Oxford
Jan 23, 2007 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

I was back in Edinburgh on business and had a lovely stay. I had to make an early start on the Monday and Gerald got up specially to offer breakfast, which was very welcome and delicious. The room itself was comfortable, warm (important in January!) and had nice touches such as refridgerated filter water. I will certainly stay again on my next visit to Scotland.

  • Liked — Gerald's wonderful hospitality
  • 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
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay January 2007
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since January 23, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Business meeting / Event
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“The best of the best...”

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5 of 5 stars
ScottishTravelerLA 1 contribution
Los Angeles
Jan 22, 2007 | Trip type: Family

My daughter and I stayed with Gerald Della Porta in December of 2006. We had been traveling for a few days and Gerald found at his door some very bedragled travelers. I have never in my life felt so welcomed by this gracious host. He has thought of every amenity for his guests to make them feel comfortable, and care free. My daughter and I found ourselves unexpectantly homeless as we were about to leave Gerald's beautiful home, our next stop was cancelled due to travel difficulties, Gerald went above and beyond his duties by obtaining another lovely place for us to stay (his was booked of course!) and even helping us to this new location by carrying some of our belongings. This man is a true Hospitality Giant in this field, and my college age daughter decided to pursue this type career later in her life. I think that is probaly the highest compliment that can be made about our friend Mr. Della Porta. Many thanks, and believe me leave your troubles at Gerald's front door, they will be taken off your shoulders!
Sincereley,
Carrie Contreras
Los Angeles, California

  • Liked — The most accomodating Host in the world, and comfiest beds ever!
  • Disliked — I could not stay longer!
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 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 December 2006
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Family with teenagers
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since January 22, 2007
  • 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 selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine
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“Gerald is the Man!”

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5 of 5 stars
Darren-7 2 contributions
Taunton
Jan 22, 2007 | Trip type: Couples

We have just come back from a lovely weekend away @ the best B&B in edinburgh.As soon as you are greeted by gerald you feel right at home.The location is excellent for Princes St. and surrounding places of interest.
Breakfast is a treat in it's self with every sort of cereal available ( organic ) and a real scottish breakfast which will see you through the day.
Gerald will help you with places to eat and visit.
Once again a great place to stay and we will be booking again soon for 2008.

  • Liked — Gerald and location
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 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 January 2007
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since June 05, 2005
  • 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, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Shopping
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21B Abercromby Place, Edinburgh EH3 6QE, Scotland