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Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views

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Living area
Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palace of Holyroodhouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Calton Hill
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Large bedroom with 3 single beds

3 Single Beds

Large double bedroom no 2

1 King Bed

Large double bedroom no 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

No 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views

Spring Gardens – Self-catering Apartment Edinburgh
Sleeps 7 – 2 very large king sized double bedrooms ( 1 with en-suite bathroom), a triple bedroom with 3 single beds +cot.

This luxury, three bedrooms self-catering apartment in Edinburgh city is a very good base for exploring Scotland’s capital. Set in a quiet courtyard at the foot of Arthur’s Seat, and sleeping up to 7 people for visitors to events such as the Edinburgh Festival, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the world-famous Hogmanay celebrations. Whether you are looking for a week of shopping with friends, a cultured family holiday or a place to rest between festival shows – Spring Gardens is the ideal choice.

Located in a quiet courtyard at Spring Gardens, near Holyrood Palace (the Queen’s official residence in Scotland), this luxury modern self-catering apartment is the top 2 floors of a 4 storey building with stunning views of the famous Arthur’s Seat and Holyrood Park. The beginning of the hill walk is just a short walk from the front door, and from there you can climb to the top for spectacular views across Holyrood Palace, to Edinburgh Castle and the Capital City. A leisurely 20 minute walk, or a short bus ride will take you to the famous shopping centre of Princes Street and the Royal Mile. From here you can visit Edinburgh Castle, the Wallace Monument, enjoy all of the National Museums and natural gardens the city is famous for and see the giant Pandas at the zoo. There is a Sainsbury store 10 minutes walk away, and plenty of fabulous pubs and restaurants nearby.

Entrance floor

– lounge with a large picture window overlooking the park, two sofas and two occasional chairs.

– dining room with table and six chairs

– modern fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar

– bathroom with bath and shower

– the spacious bedroom has a king size bed.

Upper floor

– spacious master bedroom with king size bed and en suite bathroom with shower

– the twin bedroom also has a small futon bed

There is a reserved parking space near the front door of the flat, as well as frequent buses to the city centre.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children allowed over 7 years old
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Holyrood Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Calton Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 5 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cafe at the Palace - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Regent Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Safari Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red Kite Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views ?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$644, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Apartment by Holyrood with splendid views located?

This family-friendly Edinburgh apartment building is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Holyrood Park, Princes Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km). Balfour Street Tram Stop is 25 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 25 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great property in a great location and access to Holyrood park and the Royal mile! It worked well for my family of 6 adults!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this Holyrood apartment! The location was absolutely perfect—just a short walk to all the major attractions, shops, and restaurants, which made exploring the city so easy and enjoyable. The apartment itself was spotless, cozy, and offered stunning views that made our mornings and evenings extra special. A huge thank you to Anne, our host, who was incredibly responsive and accommodating throughout our stay. She went above and beyond to help us extend our visit by an extra week, which we truly appreciated. Highly recommend this lovely spot for anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Edinburg Site Seeing

Needed a home base and this was perfect. Close to the Royal Mile and restaurants. Airport was less than 30 min away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location and large enough for a big family. Lovely walks out to Holyrood, Calton Hill and Arthur’s Seat and not far to walk into shopping at Meadowbank or even all the way to Leith Walk or Old Town. The listing mentions a dryer, but there is only a drying rack. We were there on warm days so it all worked fine, but in damper weather that could be a concern. There is no lift so be prepared to carry your luggage up several flights. Anne was a great host, helpful when we contacted her and with a very useful house guide book provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Snug Hide-away, Surprisingly Convenient to All

I unexpectedly needed an extra week in Edinburgh, and this homey, but spacious and (sunny!) flat exactly fit the bill. Great kitchen, a real dining table, pleasant sitting room. Very convenient to Edinburgh's excellent bus system. Enjoyed Holyrood Park every day, and tea at the Palace Cafe (5-7 min. walk to bottom of Royal Mile). Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth maybe 10 min. Short on neighborhood eateries, but nice lunches during sightseeing made for simple suppers "in." For golfers, North Berwick, home of the Scottish Open is 45 minute drive, with many other courses along the south side of the Firth (in case your family has split interests, like mine). Anne is an attentive and courteous host.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This flat was the perfect size for our family and a great location. The views to the park and Arthur’s seat are stunning. Would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anne Hardie

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I have been managing a group of holiday properties mostly in Ayr Scotland for many years, as well as working as a physiotherapist.

Why they chose this property

When you are in the apartment you feel as if you are in the countryside with splendid views up the mountain of Arthur's seat which is in the heart of Edinburgh close to the city close to the country. it is south facing and gets lots of sunshine. Private Free parking is difficult to find in the city.

What makes this property unique

Warm.and sunny
Good views
Private parking
It has privacy within as it has 2 floors.
The bedrooms are all large rooms..
The beds are all very comfortable. I have had lots of good comments about the beds

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