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Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions

Apartment with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle

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Sitting room and dining area - with views onto the Royal Mile and High Street
Well-equipped kitchen with views across the Edinburgh skyline
The sitting room
The High Street on Edinburgh's Royal Mile - and the flat
Relax with a dram

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions

A newly renovated, stylish second floor flat with views down onto Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile. Set in the heart of the city's Old Town the flat is the perfect place to base yourself for a short break or longer stay. The apartment is minutes walk away from Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh's key galleries, museums, excellent restaurants and the city's principal shopping areas. It is also just a very short walk from Waverley Station and has good transport links to Edinburgh Airport.

Accommodation at the flat consists of three spacious bedrooms – a king-sized bedroom with en-suite bathroom, double bedroom and a twin bedroom. There is a family bathroom with bath and shower. The en-suite bathroom has a shower. As part of the refurbishment the bedrooms have been equipped with new beds and there are cotton sheets, down duvets and feather pillows (or anti-allergy duvets and pillows by advance request).

The spacious sitting area is the perfect place to relax and watch the world go by on the Royal Mile below, with comfortable seating and a dining table. There is a large flat-screen digital television for alternative entertainment.

There is also a well-equipped kitchen with induction hob, oven, large fridge-freezer, microwave, high-quality pans and a wide selection of kitchen equipment. A washing machine is also in place in the flat.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel cot. Difficult to get prams up stairs
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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
Strictly no smoking
Early check-in or late check-out must be requested in writing 7 days in advance of your stay. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee early or late access.
Keys must be returned to the key safe on departure

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 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. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling.
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Edinburgh, SCT

What's nearby

  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 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

  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gordon's Trattoria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Piper's Rest - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Central Edinburgh apartment, just minutes away from the city's key attractions located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Real Mary King's Close and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flat was in a prime location. Walkable to everything. Would stay there again. Host was very accommodating and responded timely to all our messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want to stay somewhere great then this apartment is it. Smack bang in the middle of everything on the mile. Immaculate and spotlessly clean. The beds were comfy, kitchen decked out and a washing machine which was a bonus for us. Spacious rooms too which we found really good for our baggage etc. Cat is really easy to deal with also.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave I.

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

Family trip

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Great stay and location!

The flat was perfect. Clean, welcoming and an amazing location. Cat was very responsive to any questions. Edinburgh is a beautiful city and we had wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here and it was perfect for us as 3 adults. It was very central and easy to walk almost anywhere from this location and we loved sitting in the flat overlooking all the activity on the Royal Mile below. The host was very responsive to questions. As others have said, there is a 2 story spiral staircase but once your luggage is in the flat, it was easy. However, we wouldn't recommend it to anyone where stairs are a challenge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard R.

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

Amazing

Location and ambiance is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

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

Great Location, but take earplugs!

We spent 3 days here in October. It is a great apartment in an amazing location, with everything within easy walking distance. The only thing to be aware of is that as the property is right on the Royal Mile there is some street noise from early morning to late at night, so if you are a light sleeper make sure you pack earplugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Danny J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Amazing location, right in the heart of the Old Town and close to all the major sights. The apartment itself was just ok. It’s spacious and has all the things you need, but it feels basic for the money. You’re clearly paying for the location. Hosting felt a bit phoned-in, too. I had to ask about check in details on the day and we weren’t offered an earlier check-in, despite asking about luggage storage and the fact that the junk mail behind the front door showed no one had been in for a little while. It’s a shame, it wouldn’t take much for this to be a truly fabulous place; just a bit more care and attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

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

Family visit to Edinburgh

The location has some steps to navigate to get there. But you couldn't find a more convenient location. Right in the heart of the action. After a day of exploring we would watch the street performers from the 3rd story window. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tina c.

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

Assembly close, royal mile. Edinburgh

Loved every minute . Planning to return Lovely Condo. Perfect location. Right in the center of this beautiful Medieval town. Thanks Cat for all the helpful information. Which made our stay Madgical. Potter Fans as well as history fans.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

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

Edinburgh In Springtime

Overall the flat was nice and the beds were comfortable. For those considering this VBRO who are elderly or feeble, please know that access is up four stories by a narrow winding stair. Also, being Americans, discovering how to use the appliances was a challenge. An instruction binder for us Yankees would be helpful. The host is very gracious.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Wow! What a perfect place & excellent location!!

Wow! We had a wonderful stay at this charming apartment:) it overlooks the royal mile and it was so fun watching the action from the living room when we got back from exploring. It’s super easy to walk to dinner, shopping, tours and the castle
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Great Location!

This apartment was so cute! Great Location! and very comfortable! I was visiting with my two adult children, and we enjoyed this very much! Just plan to walk about spiral staircase with your luggage, which was fine! But if don't have the strength to carry, you will for sure need help! We would definitely return! Host was very responsive as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable but stairs were a challenge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian t.

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

Very Convenient Location to Old Town, Plenty of Space

If you are seeing attractions in Old Town, this is an extremely convenient flat. The location enabled us to see lots of things in a shorter amount of time. This is very convenient to the Royal Mile, the castle, Holyrood Palace, Victoria street and about a 15 min walk to Princes St and a tram stop. Pros:1. Very convenient to the sights in Old Town2. Plenty of room for a family, 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths.3. Washer/Dryer combo. Worked well for us4. Property owner/manager was easy to contact and responsiveCons (overall minor):1. The royal mile is loud on Saturday nights. Weeknights we were able to drown out the noise easily by closing the inside shutters, but Saturday expect ruckus until the wee hours of the morning and much louder than during the week.2. Tight stairs - This wasn't an issue for us and shouldn't be for most able-bodied individuals, but if you have trouble getting up stairs, or have to carry several heavy items, the narrow circular stairs could be a challenge. There is no lift if you were to need one. 3. Maybe a little more plain than in the pictures. The vinyl flooring and carpet could use a little work, but it was very clean and tidy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica g.

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

Fantastic flat

Wonderful, extremely clean flat in perfect location. Beds were very comfortable. Stairs are challenging for carrying luggage but once luggage is up, is a total nonissue. At times was a bit loud at night being on the Royal Mile but was absolutely worth the location and price. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn U.

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

Great stay

Great stay.. was a little warm in the apartment not all the heaters would turn down and the central thermometer didn't work but overall had a great stay. Lots of loud people out late at night but that's what you get when staying right on the like I think. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peg S.

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

Great location, well appointed

We totally loved staying in this apartment in Edinburgh. A few things need some attention for repairs (chairs at the table in the living area) but overall the apartment is great! Beds are comfortable, linens are good, plenty of glasses and dishes in the kitchen. Washer/dryer takes a very long time to do its job, but is new and maybe is just not what we are used. Getting to the apartment is no joke! 55 steps up a narrow spiral staircase! We definitely improved our gluts with that climb! Location cannot be beat! Close to everything! We love Edinburgh and hope to return to this apartment in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joe W.

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

Beautiful apartment!

The apartment was beautiful, clean, beautifully decorated and very conveniently located. We loved it! Renters should be aware of the long climb on a spiral staircase required to get to the apartment. When you're carrying your luggage to and from the apartment, it can be pretty challenging -- especially at night as the staircase is not lit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarke P.

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

Xmas in Edinburgh

Had a great stay at the property for our Xmas vacation. Location is central to everything, easy walk to all the main sites. We are a family of 5 and the apartment worked perfectly for us. Space is generous and rooms/beds for everyone.As others have written, stairs are definitely a thing. Was expecting them but didn’t expect them to be narrow spiral staircase. Only an issue when we had to take large suitcases up/down and one early morning when I went out and there were no lights (had to use flashlight on my phone)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Awesome time in Edinburgh!

We had a great time in Edinburgh! The flat was absolutely lovely and conveniently located in the heart of the Royal Mile. So much to see and do...castles, museums, Christmas Market, shopping, tours, and dining....all around us! We will be back! Thank you for your sweet hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

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

Great location on High Street!

The best location to experience Old Town Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gini L.

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

What a location!

We fully enjoyed our father-daughter trip at this location. Lots of private and community space to laugh, play cards and enjoy the sights & sounds of Old Town. Our dads who are both in their late 70s were able to navigate the 55 steps of the circular staircase! Thank you Cat!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

August Stay

We had a great stay. Great location and the host provided many recommendations for local places and restaurants to check out. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

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

Royal Mile

Terrific location, very nice and large apartment. As long as you don’t mind stairs, it is an ideal spot in the center of Edinburgh. Host was very responsive and communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cat Macdonald

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Cat and David live close to Edinburgh and own Wedderburn Castle and Barns, a wedding and events venue in the Scottish Borders, and a collection of holiday rentals in the south of Scotland. David bought the Royal Mile flat when he lived in Edinburgh and knows what a great place it is to stay! Before marrying David, Cat was a journalist who travelled extensively as part of her job – often staying in inspiring places. They now hope to offer the best of Edinburgh to guests at the Royal Mile apartment.

Why they chose this property

Everything you need to enjoy a relaxed stay in the heart of the beautiful and historic city of Edinburgh. The Royal Mile is Edinburgh's most historic street and the only place to stay to soak up the atmosphere of the city.

Despite being a historic property the rooms are bright and spacious. The flat has been renovated in a way that his sympathetic to its past but also feels fresh and contemporary.

What makes this property unique

There are few flats in Edinburgh that are more central. The views down onto the street below are enhanced by street performers during summertime so you can have your very own personal cabaret just out the window. On the other side of the building the flat offers iconic views to the south of the city.

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