FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

• At what time can we check-in and out?
  Check-in: anytime.
  Check-out: 11 am but you can leave your luggage. Please let us know in advance what time you intend to check in.
• Is the price per room/apartment or per person?
  Prices are per person.
• Is breakfast included in the price and what type of breakfast?
  It is included traditional English breakfast including porridge, bacon, sausages, omelettes and the Archie's Special.
• Is heating included in the price?
  Yes, it is.
• Can we settle the bill on arrival?
  Yes.
• Which languages are spoken at the reception?
  English and a little French.
• How many floors are there in the building and do you have an elevator (lift) in the building?
  Two floors no lift.
• Are there quiet, private, romantic rooms?
  Yes, all of them.
• Are linens and towels provided or do I need to bring my own?
  We provide them.
• Do the rooms/apartments have a terrace/courtyard?
  No, there are no terraces.
• Do the rooms/apartments have a balcony?
  No, there are no balconies but guests are welcome to use the garden.
• Do you have non smoking rooms/apartments?
  The whole house is non smoking but you can smoke in the garden.
• Is there a TV in the rooms/apartments? Are there international channels (satellite or cable TV)?
  Yes, sorry no satellite.
• Is there a telephone with direct dialling in the rooms/apartments?
  No, there is not.
• Is there air conditioning in the rooms/apartments? Is there any extra charge for this? Is it seasonal?
  No, there is not but it is not necessary.
• Is there a dining room where we could sometimes all dine together?
  Yes, the breakfast room.
• Do you have an Internet/E-Mail point in the Property?
  Yes, by prior arrangement with Archie.
• Is there a swimming pool? When is it open?
  No, there is not.
• Is parking or garage available?
  No, but you can park in the street for free after 17.30 pm.
• Where can we rent a car?
  Waverley Station (5-10 minutes away).
• Which is the nearest airport?
  Edinburgh Airport (15 km).
• Do you have a pickup or shuttle service from and to the airport?
  No, but we can book a taxi for you.
• Which is the nearest railway station?
  Edinburgh Waverley.
• Is there a fitness center in the Property (Gym, Jacuzzi, Sauna, Turkish bath...)?
  No, there is not.
• Are pets welcome?
  On request.
• Is there a restaurant in the Property?
  No, there is not.
• Can I connect my modem so that I can surf the Internet from my room/apartment?
  Yes, you can.