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5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle!

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large comfortable Living Room with luxury, decor throughout.
The neighbours! View from The Master - bedroom
Super-king size divan, luxury linen and towels
Limestone clad family bathroom; underfloor heating, steam / shower 
room.
Hallway - period mixed with contemporary decor!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Midlothian
  • George Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Princes Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Single Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle!

Still available dates for next years Edinburgh International Festival in this Stunning city- centre apartment with amazing views of Edinburgh Castle in the heart of Edinburgh. This is an amazing opportunity to be at the heart of the action for both the largest arts festival in the world, The Edinburgh International Festival and Edinburgh's Christmas & Hogmanay celebrations. Just minutes walk from the main venues and cultural/historical attractions, German markets, ice rink and big wheel etc for the festive hols, and surrounded by the best shopping, bars and restaurants, this is all about location, location, location! Pleasant walks can be enjoyed nearby along the Water of Leith walkway, Inverleith Park and the Royal Botanic Gardens while there is convenient road access to the west leading to the city bypass, Edinburgh International Airport and central Scotland’s motorway network. Waverley Train Station is also within a short walk.

This 5 star luxury apartment has unprecedented views of Edinburgh castle and commands an extremely central location on the corner of fashionable George Street and North Castle Street. Surrounded by leading stores such as Harvey Nichol's and great restaurants and bars. It is decorated and furnished to the highest standards.

One of the first flats to be built in the New Town by James Craig in 1790 and directly adjacent to the Edinburgh town house of Sir Walter Scott! Two bedrooms - one master, (with super king-size divan) and stunning castle views. The single bedroom (but large enough for two with a single/trundle bed that coverts to an additional single) has a very comfy new bed with good length. Both bedrooms are newly equipped with acoustic glazing, so extremely quite from the street noise below.

large elegant lounge with two large windows, contemporary furnishings and decor with two comfortable sofas and a marble dining table with chairs for six with matching consul and side tables. There is a large Sony flat screen TV with access to Sky and Apple television.

State of the art Kitchen and Bathroom ( with under floor heating & steam enclosure) - limestone throughout: Fully fitted contemporary, luxury kitchen with everything you would expect of a 5 star property and bathroom. Double ended bath and steam shower, under-floor heating and limestone wet-room.

The property comes with access to the beautiful private gardens on Queen Street (residents only), just two minutes from the front door, which provides the most perfect oasis in the heart of the city. I use it for my limited jogging circuit when I'm in residence, as it's perfectly manicured and also entirely geared up for secure doggie walking. Wonderful in the Summer for festival picnics and reading the papers of a morning.

Christmas and Hogmanay (Scotlands' New Year Celebrations) also bring their own added attractions, with new events planned on George Street every year; Xmas markets and a wonderful sparkly atmosphere, enhanced by the beautiful festive street lighting. There is still availability for Christmas and Hogmanay 2023/24! The celebrations have evolved into a world class event over the years with a full daily programme designed to appeal to all tastes and age groups in the heart of the city and literally just minutes walk from the door step. Fancy a change of scene in one of the most historically beautiful city's in the world - book now to avoid disappointment! Please refer to bookings calendar for availability.

We have two luxury apartments in the building, both with the same elevation and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. The Robert Louis Stevenson Suite ( below this one) has a more retro feel, but with classical over tones, especially in the master bedroom and kitchen. Please do contact us to enquire about a dual apartment booking, when we can offer a special rate for larger groups, special occasions, wedding parties etc.

Property manager

Morris Paton
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
We currently operate a self entry, key-box system, but happy to arrange for meet & Greets on request for a nominal fee.
Please advise of expected time of arrival as soon as possible, so that we can be sure to have everything ready for you.
Please return keys to key box as soon as you arrive and settle in. So that you have access to a set in case of emergency and for housekeeping.

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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 George Street. Edinburgh Zoo and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing, hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Edinburgh, Midlothian

What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Princes Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grassmarket - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Alexander Graham Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ben's Cookies - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Dicks - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle! located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of George Street and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clark J.

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

Wonderful stay in Edinburgh!

We loved our stay in Scotland! The location was great! We walked to every destination. Very comfortable, well appointed and a terrific shower! Our host did everything to make our trip a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, lovely apartment, close to everything that you need for a weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Perfect location, stunning view!

Lovely, clean, spacious apartment, very bright due to the large windows. Well equipped kitchen. We enjoy walking and were able to walk to all Edinburgh’s highlights. Only used public transit to see the Britannia, and the apartment is close to all public transit options. Our host was very helpful with any questions or requests, and a repair man was sent immediately when there was a slight issue. We enthusiastically recommended this apartment as long as the flights of stairs are not a concern.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja C.

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

Perfect!

Beautiful flat, perfect location. Walking distance to everything. Very comfortable bed. Amazing water pressure in shower. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Historic Stay

We enjoyed our stay in this unique home with beautiful historical character dating all the way back to 1790. You can truly feel the history in the architecture and details, and it gave our trip a sense of charm and authenticity you just don’t find in modern places.The location was by far the best part—right in the heart of everything, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and historic sites. It made exploring the area incredibly convenient, and we loved being able to walk almost everywhere.The new carpet in the bedroom and living room was a nice touch—clean, comfortable, and added a bit of freshness to the space. That said, the bathroom could still use some tender loving care and a steam cleaning of the living room couch cushions would bring the overall experience up a notch.Though eventually resolved, we did have a bit of a hiccup on the first day with collecting the keys to access the flat and should be noted that the apartment is accessed via 46 steps up a circular staircase. Normally not an issue for us, but it made our incredibly heavy suitcases quite the workout. While the home is located near some lively street-level bars and restaurants, we were pleasantly surprised that we didn’t hear any noise from inside the unit. It stayed quiet and peaceful at night, which we really appreciated.If you enjoy places with character and a sense of history, this is a charming option in an unbeatable location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison h., Bristol

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

Great stay

Perfect location, very comfortable stay with everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Awesome stay

👍
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Awesome apartment

Easy check-in great communication absolutely lovely apartment would stay here again. We wish we had more time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wes S.

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

Great location

We found the location to be perfect for a stay in New Town with everything in Old town within easy walking distance. The carpet was a bit worn out and there was a cigarette burn on one of the sofas in the living room. The mattresses were too old and a lumpy. The layout of the apartment was nice. We had a wonderful stay and the kitchen was clean and laid out very well with all the amenities and appliances.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Morris was very helpful in accommodating our schedule. The apartment is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan J.

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

Excellent location despite spiral stairs to access property

Very happy with the property, our only gripe was having to carry a large suitcase up the spiral stairs to the second floor. Smaller cases would be easier. The property is centrally located and is within walking distance of most of the attractions, shops and restaurants, with trams, buses and Waverley station close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared R.

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

Great space and location

We had a wonderful stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. The place was spacious and comfortable. The location was close to many good restaurants and attractions. I highly recommend this apartment to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

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

Castle views!

Morris was great at responding to all of our questions. The property is in a great location in Edinburgh, very close to the castle. We were only there for a night but it was exactly what we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Perfect Area and well equipped flat

This flat is not n perfect walking distance to many of Edinburgh's treasures. I will definitely book this flat next time😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

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

Trio

Very clean, beautiful views, wonderful kitchen and bathroom. Location was easy to get around. Con was not understanding there was only stairs up two flights with 2 ladies carrying heavy bags up and down. Otherwise excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Quintissential Edinburgh

This home charmed us from the moment we walked in the door. The charm is off the charts. The ceiling are hugely high. The beds are so comfortable. And the location is to die for. Everything you could possibly want is within extremely close walking distance. The view of the castle from the enormous bedroom windows is the icing on the cake. We have stayed at The Balmoral. We have stayed at the Witchery. Next time in Edinburgh, we will be staying at this beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was bigger and more comfortable than imagined. Fully outfitted bedrooms, living/dining, and kitchen. It is located in the new town area next to many restaurants, pubs, fast food, and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Wonderful Flat and Location

Great location and the flat was roomy and clean. The owner was also very communicative and willing to accommodate as our original plan had changed. The only feedback from us was the flooring. While it was likely chosen as it is sturdy, thick thatched covering, it made it difficult to walk barefoot or in socks as the fibers would poke through and irritate your feet. But if you walk around the flat with shoes or slippers with thick soles, you’d be fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Scotland 2024

My daughter and I stayed at Morris' flat for our week in Scotland. The apartment was as described in the listing and well appointed. The view of the castle from the flat was stunning. Morris is an excellent host and easily accessible. The location is easily accessible to many Edinburgh highlights and attractions. We appreciated the quieter location to return home to after a day of sightseeing. We found some lovely restaurants within walking distance, our favorites were Badger & Company, Copper Blossom, and Gusto. Panda & Sons is a wonderful cocktail bar.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel F.

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

Amazing Location

Wonderful location with easy access to transportation or walking. Great kitchen and bathroom, space to hang out at the end of the day. Good communication with owner and responsive when a few challenges occurred. A few minor updates needed like carpets and nobs on ovens - worn off and unable to operate them. But overall a super place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Outstanding experience

Everything about this location, flat and interaction with the host was perfect. If you like a lot of space, well appointed features and tons of charm in the heart of a gorgeous city, this property is a win! It is a walk up, if you have a lot of stuff or mobility concerns, talk to the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farah J.

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

Great location and flat

Great flat in a lovely neighbourhood. Easy check in process, realise that there is a huge flight of stairs so be prepared with luggage. Heated floors in the bathroom were dreamy, huge main bedroom and lovely living room to relax. Kitchen was functional, some instructions for the appliances would be helpful for those that are non European. Super helpful to have a washer and dryer. Flat is a 8 min walk to marks and Spencer’s and sainsburys for groceries, 10 min walk to Princes street and a 15-20 minute walk into Old Town. Perfect location for restaurants, pubs, shops, with beautiful castle view.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location and beautifully appointed. Comfortable beds and sofas and great shower! Acoustic glazing in the bedrooms helps with the city centre noise but I think you need to accept it’s inevitable with a location like this. So easy to explore both new and old town from here with plenty of lovely restaurants nearby. I have no doubt I’ll return at some point!

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Fantastic location

Location couldn’t have been better, within easy walking distance of Royal Mile and shops. Very large apartment and well stocked with dishware etc. Only small negatives - carpet a bit shabby, well worn and Cooker had symbols on buttons worn off and only found instructions in French. Managed to Google English ones.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cera L.

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

Great area & even better view!

This stay was perfect if you’re planning on exploring the city. Everything was with in walking distance & the view of the castle was amazing! There are two bars below the apartment that have some noise coming from them, but they close at 1am. With all the adventuring though it was quite easy to fall asleep. There is only one plug in the bathroom and it’s only for shavers so if you’re planning on getting ready with hair styling tools it cannot be done in the bathroom. But overall this stay was fantastic! Plan on coming back to Edinburgh soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Morris Paton

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I worked as an actor for many years and as a radio broadcaster on the BBC, presenting arts programmes. I'm also very interested in cultural tourism projects and in 1996 created The Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour, an award winning tour performed by professional actors. It runs throughout the year and Rick Steves, presenter of travel programmes USA wide, is quoted as saying in a recent review, 'for an entertaining insight into the greats of Scottish literature, served up with new friends, good beer, and lots of laughs, The Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour is my vote for the best way to spend an Edinburgh Evening!' so can't be bad!! Let me know if your interested in going on the tour at check-in and I can reserve you a slot.

Why they chose this property

I'm interested in all things literary and so when this apartment came on the market in 2001, I was excited by the fact that it sits just across the road from Sir Walter Scot's Edinburgh townhouse and on the other side of the street from the birth place of 'Wind in the Willow's' author, Kenneth Grahame. of course, that's not forgetting that the apartment has unprecedented, stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and is in an excellent, central location for shopping, restaurants and culture - especially during The International Edinburgh Festival!

What makes this property unique

Central location for great shopping and superb restaurants and bars.Great views and
luxury decor and furnishings throughout.
Access to lovely private gardens in the centre of town only 2 mins walk from the building.
On street metered parking or 7x24 only 10 mins walk away.
The end of August is the finale of The Edinburgh International Festival and there is the most spectacular fire works display from the castle ramparts (unprecedented views from the apartment windows) with live orchestral accompaniment by The Scottish Chamber Orchestra. The apartment provides probably the best view in town of this spectacular event and whilst the music can be heard being played live from across the road in Princes Street gardens, I always amp the sound by tuning in live to the local radio station. So it's a great opportunity for a night to remember and for entertaining etc. Here's some of the details from their site:

'Bringing Edinburgh’s summer festival season to a magnificent conclusion, the Virgin Money Fireworks Concert combines passionate music from the Scottish Chamber Orchestra with breathtaking pyrotechnics, specially choreographed by international fireworks artists Pyrovision to enhance the musical experience. It is all set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh’s historic castle.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests