Alva House
Visitors frequently praise Alva House for its cleanliness, comfort, and excellent value, with many highlighting the helpfulness of the owner, Martin, and its convenient location for accessing the city centre. However, some guests found Martin to be less accommodating with local information, suggesting he directed them to use Google instead of offering personal advice.
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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!!!
Martin is my best friend,does run this cozy B&b,i did ask for double bedroom,bed ,materass so comfortable,quiet area,large room,nice clean shower,big kitchen with an enormous choice for breakfast,well done martin love from Sergio
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.
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.
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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Last updated on 28 July 2026