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Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2.

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Living area
Interior
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2.

This lovely one-bedroom apartment situated on the 3rd floor enjoys an enviable location just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous ‘Royal Mile', right in the heart of the oldest part of the city. The local area is brimming with history and things to do, and you’ll find an abundance of pubs, restaurants and cafes literally on your doorstep.

Light and airy, the comfortably furnished living room features a flame effect gas fire and a plush leather sofa – just the ticket after a long day’s sightseeing. Just sit back and relax and take full advantage of the flat-screen TV and unlimited complimentary WiFi.

Moving through to the separate modern kitchen, complete with a dining table and chairs, you’ll find everything you need to comfortably cater for your holiday. Integrated appliances include dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave, oven and hob.

The calming double bedroom ensures a restful night’s sleep and provides plentiful guest storage with a built-in double wardrobe. A modern, shiny white family bathroom with an over-bath shower completes this wonderful holiday home.

Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding at our properties.

The famous shopping areas of Princess Street and George Street are a mere 10-minute stroll away, and the Grassmarket is even closer, where you will find a multitude of shops, bars and restaurants and, of course, places of historical interest. The Royal Mile is situated at the centre of Edinburgh's major sights such as Edinburgh Castle, Mary King's Close, St. Giles Cathedral, Holyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament Building and Scotland's major galleries and museums including the Scotch Whisky Experience. Open topped tour buses are also within easy walking distance at Waverley train station.

This property is situated on the 3rd floor of a traditional tenement building, with no lift access.

Please note Wi-Fi at this property is complementary.

A £200 refundable damage/security deposit is due 7 days before arrival and refunded after departure.

All properties are strictly non-smoking and do not accept hen/stag/party groups. At least one guest must be over 25 years old.

Please arrange your arrival with the property manager at least 24 hours before arrival.

Check-in is from 4pm, and check-out is before 11am.


Layout

Spacious hall leading to the living room, separate kitchen, 1 double bedroom and family bathroom.


Sleeping Arrangements

1 x double bedroom containing a standard double bed.


Exterior

Traditional Edinburgh tenement building.


Getting there

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Waverley train station: 0.2 mile
Haymarket train station: 2 miles
Edinburgh airport: 8 miles
Edinburgh bus station: 0.7 mile


Accessibility

This property is situated on the 3rd floor of a traditional tenement building, with no lift access.


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: EH-71035-F
EPC: D

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
No smoking.
No stag, hen parties or events.
No pets.

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

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. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bannerman's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Trattoria - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2.?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2. on 7 June 2026 start from NZ$535, 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.

What time is check-in at Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely one-bedroom apartment just a few yards off Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile. Sleeps 2. located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from Parliament House and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is only a 5-minute walk and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great location and experience

I stayed here for a week. Check in was very simple and the location was amazing. The flat was very clean and I felt right at home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Victoria D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place close to the Royal mile

We enjoyed all of it, Edinburgh is a wonderful city!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you had such a great time in Edinburgh and look forward to welcoming you again soon!
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8/10 Good

Aleksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, very close to all attractions. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne N.

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

Location

Great location. Right out the front door of the building and you are in Hunter Square and access to everything. Nice local Pub and restaurants close as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you had such a great stay and enjoyed exploring the local area. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Right next to the Royal Mile was awesome. Lots to do & see within walking distance. Was very cozy in our accommodations. Stairwell was poorly lit but everything else was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Harper W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
No hot water and no TV
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Thank you for sharing your review. We’re very sorry to hear that you experienced difficulties with the shower and TV during your stay. When you contacted us, we responded with instructions to help resolve the issues and did not hear back further, so we were not aware that you were still experiencing problems. Had we known, we would have immediately sent our maintenance team to assist and ensure everything was working properly. We regret that this impacted your stay, and we do hope you were still able to enjoy your time in the city.
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10/10 Excellent

HUmphrey G.

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

Spacious flat in excellent location

Spacious flat, well stocked and very comfortable. Istructions were timely and precise. Of note, up 3 flights of fairly steep stairs, and management company requires a 200 pound damage deposit separate from vrbo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed a comfortable stay and made the most of the central location. We hope to welcome you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Trained up from London

Terrific location. A roomy, tidy flat. Stairs up to third floor might be an issue for some. For us (65 years old and in good health) it was not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

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

Great location for exploring

Unit is large and very well equipped. The location is 100 meters from the Main Street. Would recommend to anyone. Entrance is poorly lit and needs light bulbs replaced. Suggestion for unit is to remove the kitchen door for better access to the fridge. Had a great 8 days there.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and that you wold recommend this property to others. Thank you for letting us know about the lightbulbs - unfortunately the communal entrance is outwith our control however we will forward this on to the relevant team. Thank you too for your suggestion for the kitchen - we will pass this to the Property Owner for consideration. We hope to welcome you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Blair Street Apartment

Great apartment 1 block from the Royal Mile! Clean, well equipped. Everything we wanted or needed was there. I appreciate that there were several types of coffee in the apartment for that early morning cup ☕️. Washer/dryer worked well 👍. The stairs were a bit of a challenge, especially carrying suitcases, but that was explained in the description. Overall, I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone visiting Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear you had a great stay and found the apartment well-equipped and conveniently located. We’re especially happy you appreciated the coffee selection and the washer/dryer! We do understand that the stairs can be a bit challenging with luggage, and we're grateful you were aware of that ahead of time. We’d love to welcome you back on your next visit to Edinburgh!
Verified

8/10 Good

Gianfranca G.

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

Old town Edimburg

Very good. Position is perfect but some problem … the flat was third floor very uncomfortable staircase then the bathroom sink didn't drain and I they not had to carefully check the layout of the house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the location. We do advise in the listing about the stairs, as the property is on the third floor. Should any issues arise during your stay, we always encourage guests to contact us directly so we can resolve them as quickly as possible. We hope to welcome you back again!
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6/10 Okay

vicki s.

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

September 2023

the Apartment was clean and kitchen was kitted with everything that you would need. On line it is mentioned that this is one the 3rd floor, which is true. The stairs are a bit much carrying suitcases, especially if you are older. Our only negative is the bath/shower. There are no hand rails at all, this making getting in and out of the shower difficult. You are next door to a restaurant so be aware that the cooking odors rise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and found all you needed for your city break in Edinburgh. Thank you for the suggestion of adding grab rails in the bathroom - we will pass this to the Property Owner for consideration. We hope to welcome you again soon!
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8/10 Good

natalie c.

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

Nice flat in the heart of tourist Old Town

Our flat was well -appointed and clean, importantly. Two things a traveler should know — the flat is three flights up, no lift. The stairwell is dimly lit and spiral staircase is cement and dirty. A local friend said that was common In Edinburgh but the flat was sunny, clean and comfortable. Good wifi. Also the neighborhood has so many bars and restaurants that it’s noisy at night with drunken revelers. (Also common for Edinburgh.). There’s a Sainsbury grocer a few blocks down so you don’t have to eat every meal out. City Cafe next door is good for breakfast. Almost everything is walkable or easy to reach by bus— use Google and the transit or walking button. You can take the 100 Airlink from the airport that leaves you close to the flat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and found the apartment to be clean and tidy upon arrival. Thank you for your comments on the stairwell - we will pass these onto the management team for the building as this is unfortunately something outwith our control. We hope to welcome you back to Edinburgh again soon!
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4/10 Poor

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

You're on your own

The location was terrific. That's about the only good thing I can say. We were told that there would be a guest information folder in the flat, but could not find one. We used the support email to ask a few straightforward questions. The responses were slow and unhelpful (e.g., "check the guest information folder"). We had difficulty figuring out how to operate the washer/dryer and the support staff essentially ignored our requests for help. While we got the machine to work eventually, it did not effectively dry our clothes. In short, we spent a lot of time, energy, and anxiety during our vacation dealing with things that could have been easily fixed with even slightly competent property management staff. So if you rent this flat, enjoy the location and know that if you run into any issues, you're on your own.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed the location. We’re sorry to hear about the issues with the guest information folder and the support responses you experienced. We’ve since worked on improving these areas to provide clearer instructions and more timely assistance. We appreciate your input and hope these enhancements will make for a better experience for future guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

büşra a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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