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Jeffrey St (Flat 14), Royal Mile, Old Town, Edinburgh

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Living area
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Living area
Food and drink

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Princes Street
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Jeffrey St (Flat 14), Royal Mile, Old Town, Edinburgh

This holiday home is a bright one-bedroom apartment on the top floor (fourth floor, no lift/elevator) of an architecturally significant building (B-listed) with stunning views situated off the historic Royal Mile in the centre of Edinburgh. The apartment is within easy walking distance of the major tourist attractions, festival venues, shops, nightlife and transport connections. The apartment is light and airy and has views over the city rooftops. Unique to this building is the shared roof terrace, which is accessed from the top of the entrance stairway and which has spectacular panoramic views over the city, sea and hills.

With windows on two sides, the spacious living room is full of light and has attractive views of the Old Town, North Bridge and Calton Hill. There is a coal-effect gas fire and a comfortable dining area. The three-seater sofa converts in to a double sofabed, and there is a comfortable armchair and window seat. There is no TV at this property.

The modern kitchen is well provided with crockery, cutlery, glasses and kitchenware, as well as a washing machine, fridge, freezer, cooker and microwave. A pulley suspended from the hall ceiling is a traditional way of drying clothes.

The double bedroom is fully carpeted and attractively furnished. The bathroom is partly wood panelled and has a wash-hand basin and bathtub with shower over.

The apartment has gas central heating and double glazing. 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.

EPC rating C76

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Travel cot (100cm)/highchair available on request
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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

Property Registration Number EH-68837-R
Property # 6520202
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

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 Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Calton Hill - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The World's End - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Edinburgh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Royal Mile Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yaduvanshi Authentic Indian Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Jeffrey St (Flat 14), Royal Mile, Old Town, Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Mile rooftop terrace, city views?

As of 9 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Mile rooftop terrace, city views on 1 August 2026 start from NZ$512, 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-out at Jeffrey St (Flat 14), Royal Mile, Old Town, Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jeffrey St (Flat 14), Royal Mile, Old Town, Edinburgh located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Mile, Princes Street and University of Edinburgh. Princes Street Gardens and St. Andrew Square are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Great location!

The Apartment was just as described. Location is amazing, central to everywhere we wanted to go. Literally a 5 minute walk from the train station. It was up 4 flights of stairs but didn’t bother us in the least. We really appreciated the washer, and the drying rack hanging from the ceiling was genius! Thanks Matin for a great place to stay,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

Perfect Location for our stay in Edinburgh.

This property is strategically located a short walk from the train station and above a few coffee shops and a corner market. Relatively quiet street and right next to the main street. It is on the top floor so quite a few stairs to climb but worth the effort with a rooftop access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian B.

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

Excellent location

Nicely central with lots of excellent food and drinks nearby and easy walks to basically everything. Yes, there are lots of steps, but your in Edinburgh, so be prepared for lots of steps and hills. While the castle view out the window isn’t Edinburgh Castle, the views are great, and even better from the roof terrace.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2023
Thanks for taking the time to write a review. It's good to know that you enjoyed the location. Many old apartments in Edinburgh do not have a lift/elevator, so there are stairs to go up, but the top-floor views hopefully make up for the cimb. You are correct that you cannot see Edinburgh Castle from the apartment. Out of the side window of the living room there's a view of Calton Hill with the Nelson Monument, and the castle-like building is called the Governor's House, built in the early 19th century.
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is extremely well located with a very nice host and had the amenities we were looking for. I searched and searched for a place that was located near the main sights and the train station AND that had a washer. I promise you that you won't find a better price for that wish list. I do think it's important to keep in mind that this is really an incredible deal and you aren't booking the Ritz. Be sure to read the listing - yes there are stairs and no there isn't a TV. It's in quite an old, listed building so it's going to have it's quirks but the listing is very accurate We found the bathroom to be quite small with no storage and the mattress to be a bit warn, however I will say there have been some upgrades to the kitchen and bath since the pictures were taken so the owner is clearly taking care of and making updates to to the place. He was also very responsive to questions. Oh and the positive about being on the top floor is that it's only one flight up to the shared roof deck with lovely views. We watched the marathon runners go by from there. Very cool!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

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

Great location

This was a great base for our 3-day stay in Edinburgh. Very close to the train station, which was helpful as we had luggage. Everything was 'as described' in the apartment listing. Property was clean, kitchen was sufficiently equipped, with plates, kettle, microwave, etc. The rooftop provided a fantastic range of views across the city. Pity the weather didn't allow us more use of it! Would definitely consider staying here again, as it was a little cheaper than other properties.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Friend Trip

We came as a group of 3 friends for a quick 3 night trip to Edinburgh, and these accommodations were perfect. The flat was very clean, and spacious. The bathroom was super nice and had a great detachable shower head option. The location can’t be beat. It’s 5 steps away from the Royal Mile. The train station is close by making getting around easy. And the views from the rooftop are absolutely gorgeous. There are a lot of stairs to get up to the flat, but we considered it a nice workout after over indulging on food and pints. Worth it for the rooftop alone. Mart
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Armel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is as described in the listing. It is located on the fourth floor without an elevator, as specified in the listing. The apartment is very well located and fairly quiet, although you can hear partygoers on weekends, especially during the Fringe Festival, but this did not bother us. The apartment is fairly basic but clean and pleasant, even though there was a strange smell of “peat” or “wood smoke” hanging in the air all the time. The rooftop offers a beautiful view of the city. Communication with Martin was smooth. It's a bit expensive for what it is, but prices during the Fringe are high and you're also paying for the location. We had a great week, so I would recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

JoAnne E.

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

Old Town Splendor

Arriving at our building in Old Town, Edinburgh, at first you may not be that impressed, but it is located within walking distance to “Everything”. Our flat was on the fourth floor, so we got our exercise at least twice a day. The flat was perfect, for us. We want cleanliness and amenities; everything was there. And the views from the flat amazing. You can see Edinburgh Castle out your window, or walk up to the rooftop terrace and see so much more. The host was so easy to communicate with, always responding promptly. There was no television, but that was ok with us. There seemed to be party goers on the streets at all hours, but we didn’t mind, just part of the experience. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
Thanks for taking the time to write a review and we're glad you enjoyed the location. As you mention, the apartment is on the fourth (top) floor, and because of the historical nature of the building a lift/elevator isn't available. However, the views are good. Since the apartment is in a city centre location, we cannot guarantee total peace and quiet, but the flat is away from the immediacy of the street because of the top floor location. We'd be pleased to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura B.

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

Great Location - right on the Royal Mile

The location was stellar, the kitchen was easy to use and the flat had a washer and a great drying rack suspended from the ceiling. We were aware of the four flights of stairs ahead of time so it was not a surprise, though it was not stated in the description. Both mattresses needed toppers - even the bed mattress had springs that dug into my ribs. We cooked in the kitchen (pans were great) but struggled with the knives which looked like they had been used has hammers or screwdrivers at some point. None were sharp enough to cut any food item for food prep. Flat was warm with plenty of hot water. Grocery stores were conveniently close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Old Edinburgh

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ana e.

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

Very good

Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Great location !

Fantastic flat with rooftop viewing right in the heart of downtown Edinburgh- Martin was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

Royal Mile Haven.

This apartment worked great for our stay in Edinburgh. Steps away from the Royal Mile and walking distance from the train, made this place just right for us. It is up 4 flights of stairs, so be prepared for that, but then you are on the top floor away from the noise and great views around you. Communication with Martin and the team was excellent and we had no issues with the rental.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna M.

Gemütliches Appartement im Herzen der Old Town!

Das Appartement ist gemütlich und sauber und besticht mit einer hervorragenden Lage! Insbesondere an Regentagen lädt es zu einer Teepause ein - man hat nicht den Eindruck, Urlaubszeit zu „vergeuden“, da man im Herzen der Old Town wohnt und aus jedem Fenster ein anderes Edinburgh genießen kann. Auch für längere Aufenthalte geeignet! Das Appartement ist gut ausgestattet. Die Dachterrasse bietet einen atemberaubenden Blick über das Dächermeer der Stadt, den Arthur‘s Seat und das Meer. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen. Der Kontakt zu Martin war jederzeit freundlich und unkompliziert.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin B.

Convenient location

This property is conveniently adjacent to The Royal Mile. It should be noted that there are 79 stairs to get to the flat. We did not realize this when booking. My traveling partner is a bit older than I am and had a little difficulty with this. You should prepare to bring your own supplies. This is a self catering unit. There is one bed and a pull out couch. Pull out couches in general have thin mattresses and one should be aware of this. The flat was clean. There is a washing machine inside which is helpful. Martin was very attentive when responding to messages. I am impressed by his prompt attention to detail. Basic no frills flat with superb location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2023
Thanks for taking the time to send your feedback and we're glad you enjoyed the location adjacent to The Royal Mile. This apartment is on the fourth (top) floor and there is no elevator: unfortunately the historic buildings in the Old Town do not have facilities to add in elevators/lifts. We appreciate that there are stairs to climb but we hope you enjoy the view when at the apartment, and especially on the shared roof terrace. As you mention, this is a self-catering unit and there are grocery stores and supermarkets nearby. This is a one-bedroom apartment with a sofabed in the living room; for those who prefer full beds, we are happy to recommend two-bedroom options for your dates if you send an enquiry.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikel O.

Excelente apartamento en plena ciudad vieja de Edimburgo

Maravilloso apartamento al lado de la Royal Mile, la ubicación es magnifica. El apartamento tiene un salón/comedor muy acogedor. La cocina esta perfectamente equipada para cocinar. El dormitorio cuenta con una buena cama doble. El cuarto de baño esta bien equipado y cuenta con bañera/ducha.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn M.

Wonderful

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it was as we remembered the last time we visited. It was the perfect spot as it was close to The Mile, Waverley Station and Princes Street. Thank you, Martin, for your hospitality. We shall return again. Bronwyn and Jeremy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

Great Scottish Flat

The location couldn't really get any better. Convenient to old town and pretty convenient to new town also. Very clean and the wifi was nice and fast. Understand none of these cool old building have elevators. Also, don't forget to check out the roof deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Great location - wonderful apartment

Can't beat the location, price or uniqueness of the apartment. Excellent value. Would do it again. My traveling partner said: "I could live in this apartment." Bathroom is functional; but a little odd (but aren't they all outside America?). All the amenities listed were present and everything worked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Great location and a rooftop deck!

Great location! The property has lots of light and space. The rooftop deck gives views over the city and the ocean. The mattress needs replaced but other than that, it is a perfect place to stay in Edinburgh as long as you can navigate the 79 stairs up to the flat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François S.

Excellent pied à terre

Appartement bien distribué, au calme et pourtant en plein centre du Old Town. Martin a su régler efficacement un problème technique et encore merci pour la nuit supplémentaire non prévue (avion annulé au dernier moment, surbooking sur British Airways...). Les 4 étages ne sont pas un problème si vous êtes en forme. De quoi faire les courses à proximité (cuisine complète et vaisselle en très bon état), resto/pub en tout genre dans la rue. Gare principale à 5mn à pied, tous les bus et trams à 10mn (Princes Street). Petites remarques pour que cela soit parfait : des torchons pour la cuisine seraient utiles et le matelas du lit commence à vieillir. Mais nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir. Edimbourg vaut plus que les 4 jours que nous avons pu y consacrer et ses habitants sont si accueillants que les parisiens devraient en rougir ! Une excellente location pour un séjour au cœur d’Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Neil S.

Great location, good value

All in all a good flat for exploring Edinburgh and taking day trips out! Would suggest landlord look into getting bathtub replaced/repaired; may be nearing end of life with cracks in bottom and surrounding casing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Flat just off royal mile

We stayed for a week in a very comfortable top floor flat just off the royal mile. Convenient to everything great views out the windows. Stairs up to flat only negative, probably fine if you are in good shape
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2023
Thanks for taking the time to write a review and we're glad you enjoyed tha flat. Yes, there are a few stairs to reach the top floor, so it's good to be prepared especially when you have luggage with you. But of course the biggest benefit is the views that you get when you reach the top. And remember to go up one further flight and only the roof terrace for views of Arthur's Seat, Calton Hill and the sea!
Archival

8/10 Good

Angela R.

Excellent location

The best part about this rental is the location. You are right off the Royal Mile, which is ideal. The views from the rooftop terrace are fabulous, as well as the ones from the apartment. The worst part is the four flights of stairs with luggage. But being an old building, it was expected, and sort of adds to the charm. The apartment was well stocked and a decent size. Yes, there are a few quirks, since it is an older building, but nothing that you can't deal with. We really had no complaints and really enjoyed our stay. Plus the booking was simple and Martin was great to work with. We just wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Allen L.

Perfect location for touring the old town

Perfect location, comfortable apartment that is well stocked and surrounded by restaurants, pubs and a little store that has everything you would need for preparing breakfast,lunch, and basic meals. 5 minute walk from the train station. Be prepared for a four flight stair climb. 79 stairs to be precise. We are seniors and we made it. Not for the faint. But you get a bonus with the rooftop. A beautiful view in all directions. We love it. Allen & Linda, Canada
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

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