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Alva House

Edinburgh’s premier gay-friendly guesthouse

Edinburgh, UK

4.4

33 reviews

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About Alva House

Alva House is a small adults-only guesthouse on Alva Place, within walking distance of Edinburgh’s city centre and the LGBTQ+ venues around the Pink Triangle. It is openly LGBT-friendly and suits travellers who prefer an independent stay to a large hotel. The property has a limited number of rooms, so availability can be tighter during Pride, the Fringe and Hogmanay. Reservations are requested directly through the guesthouse, which also makes it worth confirming the current room facilities, breakfast arrangements and check-in time before you travel.

What to expect

A small, adults-only LGBT-friendly guesthouse with a quieter, more personal feel than a city-centre chain hotel.

Vibes

LGBT Friendly Adults Only Guesthouse Independent Central Edinburgh Direct Booking

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Practical tips before you visit

Bookings are requested directly through the Alva House website.

Ask the property to confirm check-in arrangements and current room facilities before arrival.

Festival and Pride dates can book up early in Edinburgh.

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Alva House

45 Alva Place, Edinburgh EH7 5AX, United Kingdom

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4.7

33 reviews

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4.4
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4.7

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A Thorneau

4 months ago

Great location, great value, lovely host. Room spacious, separate bathroom, use of kitchen for cups of tea and continental breakfast. Recommended! This is a lovely place to stay, well recommended!!!

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Joshua Denny

2 years ago

Martin was the sweetest host. Upon arrival, he greeted us and allowed us to check in early. We was suffering from jet lag which was great for us to get a quick nap! Martin provided snacks at all hours and there was coffee and teas 24/7. He gives suggestions on local amenities and was helpful providing history. The price was unbelievable for our length of stay and the location was walkable to everything Edinburgh has to offer. If we ever find ourselves in Edinbirgh again we would stay there again.

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Bernd Callicott

2 years ago

A Gay B&B hosted by the Fabulous Host Martin. Excellent location just 15 min by foot to Carlton Hill top or the Royal Mile. Room with private bathroom and several Rooms with a shared bathroom most gay men don't mind. Large rooms, Impeccable clean, fantastic mattress and a continental breakfast Martin lays out in the kitchen. Do check out weekly rates. And I bet you surely will be back at the Alva House after your first visit. Thank you Martin for been such a gracious host.

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2 years ago

After what seemed like a long time I finally made it here! Martin is an incredibly kind host. Very responsive and clear on emails and also extremely friendly and accommodating. The guesthouse is very well priced and is in a great part of town - only a ten minute walk to the top of Leith walk and close to town as well. The room was very clean and warm and the shared facilities were spotless. So glad I made it. Thank you Martin!

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Damien Bescou

3 years ago

Martin the owner made us feel very welcome. Small, typical and charming house in an interesting and non-touristy area but only 10 minutes walk from the city centre. The room was correct, the breakfast too. Everything fits perfectly with the very attractive price that the gesthouse offers. The value for money is unbeatable for this city where everything is very expensive. I would gladly come back. Thanks again Martin.

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