Apartment

Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre

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Sittingroom window seats overlooking the Royal Mile
Dining kitchen
Adam fireplace in sittingroom
Double bedroom to rear
Twin bedroom to front with secondary glazing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Living area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre

We are delighted to offer this luxury self-catering holiday apartment situated in the heart of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile, close to St Giles Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle.
It offers ideal holiday accommodation for a short break in the very heart of Edinburgh. The apartment is on the third floor, with large windows overlooking the pedestrian precinct area of the Royal Mile.
The sittingroom has comfortable, built-in window seats, where guests can sit and watch the ever changing bustle of the Royal Mile below. The sitting / dining / kitchen area is open-plan.
The comfortable sitting area has a digital television with Freeview, DVD player and a CD / radio with an iPod dock. The fully fitted and well equipped kitchen has a gas hob, electric oven, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, iron and microwave. There is a large dining table that can seat up to eight guests.
Wireless Internet broadband is provided for use with your own laptop, tablet or smart phone.
The sleeping accommodation comprises two bedrooms: one double to the rear of the apartment and one twin with secondary glazing to the front.
The bathroom has a shower over the bath.
The apartment is tastefully furnished with quality furniture that matches the attractive wood finish of the apartment.
Full bedding and towels are provided.
The property has full gas central heating.
The owners provide a complimentary welcome basket containing fruit juice, coffee, tea, sugar, milk and biscuits.

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About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 270 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
A very warm and inviting interior. It's located near the many shops, restaurants and historical monuments.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay on High Street. The apartment was cozy and the people watching on the Royal Mile below was fun. Location was excellent, host was very responsive and experienced at curating a great holiday stay. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

J. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location, was amazing the hear the bagpipes during the day. Walking distance to pretty much everywhere. The place was clean, and had plenty of amenities. Including a washer and drying rack. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had more than enough things to use to start our trip. I would highly recommend this place and would love to be able to come back again some day!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sheri p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Elyse C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was stocked and snacks provided. The home has a warm welcoming feeling to it as well. Location was wonderful. The only feedback is the WiFi did not work in the back bedroom closest to bathroom. Be prepared to walk up stairs with your luggage, but it’s worth it for the location. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

martin k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Very convenient. Great communication from manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location couldn’t be better. It was the perfect location for exploring all the historic sights, shops, and restaurants just steps from the door. The apartment itself was very clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The only surprise was the three flights of stairs to reach the apartment, which could be a consideration for anyone with mobility concerns or heavy luggage. Otherwise, it was a fantastic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shirley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The flat was close to everything for us. Check in was super easy. we really enjoyed our stay. We know Edinburgh well and it was great to be staying on the Royasl mile again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber Crowley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. We spent hours sitting in the window seats, drinking nice coffee from the cafe along the road and watching street performers below, it was very entertaining. The flat is beautiful, lots of lovely old wood and very comfortable beds. We parked in the NCP carpark and walked the 10 minutes to the flat, easy as anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location suited all our needs will definitely recommend to friends and family …
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing location on the Royal Mile and a spacious, comfortable, clean flat. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! Lovely historic accommodation that provided a very convenient starting point for the exploration of Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Martin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lovely flat. Lots of stairs to climb.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The flat was beautiful and comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen. The host was also communicative and provided plenty of information for setting the heat and using appliances. It was a great, cozy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great flat in a great location. We loved our time in Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra and Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a five star review! So anything that sounds negative is just an observation.This place is really in the middle of it all. You can watch the buskers from the front window. You can hear the buzz of the Royal Mile during the day. But don't worry, things are mostly quiet by the evening and the folding wooden shudders are a nice touch to keep things cozy.Full kitchen with all of the necessities is really nice. Big dining table as well.There is one full bath with tub and shower. Love the water pressure.Living room is comfortable with a Smart TV and a DVD player with a nice collection of classics. Two nicely sized bedrooms. One with a queen bed and other with two twins.Check in was great. Derek was very responsive and was able to accommodate us for an early check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamalynn O.

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

Great location

Excellent location for exploring on foot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location! Location! Location! Beautiful place! Highly recommended! Host was communicative and there when we reached out with questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat this location! Loved staying here while visiting Edinburgh. Clean, comfortable and family friendly flat. Great kitchen and comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

EMILY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This flat had so much charm and felt welcoming from the moment we arrived. The location is absolutely ideal—right on the Royal Mile and a stone’s throw from everything. Being able to step outside and immediately explore the heart of the city made our stay incredibly special and convenient.After full days of sightseeing, it was a pleasure to return to such a comfortable and thoughtfully arranged space. The character of the flat added to the overall experience and truly made it feel like a home away from home.We had a wonderful stay and would happily recommend this property to anyone looking for an unforgettable city experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Genevieve B.

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

Great stay!

My family and I had a great time at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

SUSAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant location, once you get up the stairs! Incredible view, spotless, great bedding. The rooms are quite lovely and even bigger and better in person. Communication and check in was incredibly easy. HIGHLY recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

cameron h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great flat…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Family getaway

Visiting with my brother and sister in law. Great location and apartment was spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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