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Greyfriars (Flat 7), Old Town, Edinburgh

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • University of Edinburgh
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Greyfriars (Flat 7), Old Town, Edinburgh

A bright, centrally located one-bedroom apartment (sleeps 1–4; suitable for 1-3 adults or 1-2 adults plus 1-2 children) on the second floor of an architecturally significant building (B-listed) on Forrest Hill, a quiet lane off George IV Bridge, close to the historic Royal Mile and within easy walking distance of the major tourist attractions, festival venues, shops, nightlife and transport connections.

This refurbished property is a centrally located one-bedroom apartment on the second floor of an architecturally significant building (B-listed)on Forrest Hill, a quiet lane off George IV Bridge, close to the historic Royal Mile, within easy walking distance of the major tourist attractions, festival venues, shops, nightlife and transport connections.

The living room has a dining area and a traditional fire place with electric fire. The two-seater sofa converts in to a double sofabed. There is a TV with DVD player. There are extra fold-away chairs for use at the dining table. The property is suitable for 1-3 adults or 1-2 adults plus 1-2 children.

The modern kitchen area is well provided with crockery, cutlery, cafetiere, glasses and kitchenware, as well as a washing machine with integrated dryer, fridge-freezer, cooker and microwave. The double bedroom has a wardrobe and chest of drawers. The bathroom is tiled and has a wash-hand basin, toilet and bathtub with shower over.

The price of gas, electricity and local taxes is included. For the comfort of future guests, the apartment is non-smoking and pets are not allowed.

Property manager

Martin Mellor
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Russian, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number EH-86543-E

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Easter Road Stadium.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thomas J Walls Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MUMS Great Comfort Food - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Greyfriars (Flat 7), Old Town, Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Greyfriars (Flat 7), Old Town, Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Greyfriars (Flat 7), Old Town, Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Greyfriars (Flat 7), Old Town, Edinburgh located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from MacEwan Hall and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Gut

Gut
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Comfortable apartment, great location

We spent a few nights here while exploring Edinburgh and it definitely exceeded expectations. We wanted to stay someplace that was walkable to everything we wanted to see and this apartment certainly was. Just around the corner from a fairly famous pub, this is pretty much an equal distance from Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse, but just off the Royal Mile, so tucked away from all the tourist traffic. You'll get a bit of street noise, but not much and given the location that's pretty much par for the course. You either have convenience or total quiet-it's not possible to have both if you're staying near the Royal Mile. The apartment was clean, well decorated and spacious for two people, with a comfortable bed, well appointed kitchen and a good washer/dryer. It also has a nice selection of Scottish based books and movies and Jennifer welcomed us with wine and shortbread, a great touch. Communication with Jennifer was easy and she was always quick to respond. She was wonderful regarding check in and was very flexible, which worked great for us as our travel plans day to day weren't set in stone. This apartment felt like a home away from home for us and the location can't be beat. So happy we found it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Perfect spot in Edinburgh

I gave this apartment five stars because our overall experience was great. From my first contact with the owner, she was always very prompt and helpful in her replies, even about little things such as where the nearest grocery store was, etc. the apartment building itself is a beautiful old building, but it is obvious that this apartment was recently renovated and is kept in very nice condition. It is definitely on the cozy end size-wise, but still very comfortable for two adults. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking equipment (much more than we needed), and easy to use. The washer and dryer is a single machine that took some getting used to for those of us that have never used one before, but the instruction manual provided some help. When I first booked this apartment, my daughter wasn't walking yet, but by the time our visit arrived she was cruising consistently and wanting to walk constantly. This apartment was a little cramped for that purpose, but not such a big deal in the end because we spent most of every day sightseeing, and also let her stretch her legs in the Greyfriars abbey yard right next door. Also along the lines of child issues, We were also grateful for the numerous restaurants along this street, many of which offered take out, which is sometimes key with a tired toddler at 7pm. Also, the one night we did eat out with her, we went to an Italian restaurant (Vittorio) which was just a block away. Their window said "children very welcome" and I have to say that was very true. Practically every waiter in the restaurant cooed and flirted with our daughter and kept her entertained, while they also were careful to keep our dinner moving quickly. Overall, we had a great time in Edinburgh with this apartment being home base. Would definitely return again or recommend to family or friends.

About the host

Hosted by Martin Mellor

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Languages:

English, German, Spanish, Russian

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests