Mccrae'S Bed And Breakfast – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
McCrae's Bed and Breakfast offers double, twin, and triple rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms featuring large showers. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, traditional shutters for black-out conditions, and organic cotton bed linens. A folding bed is available for children, and a cot with baby blankets is provided free. One room is wheelchair-accessible, with a shower seat available upon request.
Dining Options
A light breakfast with tea, coffee, juice, fruit, yogurt, cereals, porridge, toast, and home baking is included. Cooked breakfast options, such as scrambled eggs with Scottish smoked salmon or free-range bacon, cost from £5 per person. All ingredients are organic, free-range, and locally sourced where possible.
Location & Transport
The B&B is in Edinburgh's New Town, a 25-minute walk from Waverley Station and a 15-minute walk from the Bus Station. The Airlink bus connects Edinburgh Airport to St Andrews Square, followed by a 20-minute walk. The tram from the airport stops at Picardy Place, a 10-minute walk away. Nearby landmarks include Edinburgh Castle (2 km), the Royal Mile (1.5 km), and Princes Street shopping district.
Services & Accessibility
Free Wi-Fi is available, and boarding passes can be printed upon request. Babysitting services are offered with prior arrangement. The property is wheelchair-accessible, with ground-level rooms and wide doors. Secure bicycle storage is provided. Parking is free on weekends; weekdays require a ticket (£2.60/hour, max 4 hours).
Eco-Friendly Practices
McCrae's prioritizes sustainability, using organic and Fairtrade products, eco-friendly toiletries, and locally sourced ingredients. The B&B minimizes environmental impact while maintaining affordable rates. Guests are encouraged to support these practices during their stay.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid parking
- Off-site car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor