Capital Guest House - Edinburgh
55.932671, -3.176922Overview
Victorian-style guest house in Newington with on-site mini golf, billiards, and family en-suite rooms
Leisure & On-Site Activities
Capital Guest House Edinburgh offers billiards, table tennis, darts, and mini golf on its premises. Guests can also use the karaoke equipment for evening entertainment. These in-house leisure facilities set this guest house apart from standard city accommodations.
Rooms & Accommodations
The guest house provides family en-suite rooms with comfortable bedding options, including a spacious 4-bed room noted in guest reviews. Some bedrooms have private bathrooms located just outside the room, while others offer garden views. The building's Victorian-style architecture and high ceilings add character to each room.
Location & Surroundings
Capital Guest House sits in the Newington district, 1 mile from Edinburgh city center. Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile are within walking distance or a short bus ride. Regular bus services operate from nearby stops, and the University of Edinburgh is an 18-minute walk away.
Family-Friendly Features
This guest house is suited for family vacations, with multiple room types including triple and quadruple accommodations. Children can enjoy on-site activities such as table tennis, darts, and mini golf under parent supervision. The property's quiet residential location provides a safe environment for families after a day exploring the city.
Parking & Practical Services
The hotel offers off-street parking that accommodates up to three vehicles, a rare convenience in central Edinburgh. Guests can store luggage on check-out day, as noted in reviews, and early check-in is available upon request. This Newington guest house is open year-round and provides a daily continental breakfast.
- Activities: Billiards, mini golf, table tennis, darts, karaoke
- Rooms: Family en-suite and quadruple rooms with Victorian architecture
- Location: Newington, 1 mile from Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile
- Parking: Off-street parking for up to three vehicles
- Services: Luggage storage and early check-in availability
License number: D,EH-78262-F
Rooms and availability

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds

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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed2 Single beds
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Private bathroom
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Parking lot
Mini golf
Badminton
Darts
Pool tables
No smoking on site
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Badminton
- Bowling
- Pool tables
- Darts
- Mini golf
- Archery
- Fishing
Spa & Leisure
- Karaoke
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Capital Guest House
| 💵 Lowest room price | 132 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.3 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.5 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
Reviews of Capital Guest House
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