Aaron Lodge Guest House Hotel

Some restaurants insist on unnecessary fuss and frills, but sometimes the best experience results from simply being made to feel at home. With delightfully pleasant décor, friendly surroundings and down-​to-​earth hosts, Aaron Lodge lets you dine well in good company. Starters impressed, with a selection that was varied and enticing. We began with deeply delicious goat’s cheese tartlet offset by an exquisite red onion chutney that coaxed out every creamy hint of flavour. The mains were an even greater revelation. The perfectly cooked duck breast slices on their bed of lightly seasoned salad were declared delicious, even before uncovering the delightfully tangy noodles beneath. Our meal climbed to even greater heights, as the five-​variety cheeseboard offered a decadent close to an already great meal. Superb.
(First published Food & Drink Guide 2012)

The Aaron lodge is the best guest house south of the city, maybe even the best hotel in Edinburgh. I asked for a quick tour of some of the rooms and the staff member at the desk dropped every she was doing to accommodate me.
The rooms themselves are lovely, old fashioned Victorian furnishings with a modern twist, utterly spotless as well.
The prices of the rooms aren’t cheap, but you’re paying for an escape from the city and exceptional service.