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A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.

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Living area
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Coffee and/or coffee maker

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 239 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Lothian
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Outdoor play area

About this property

A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.

Sit back and relax in The Portsburgh Square Residence. Tucked just behind the Grassmarket in the Old Town, this one-bedroom apartment enjoys an enviable location, but with all of the peace and quiet of an off-street setting.

The lovely and light living/kitchen area features a flatscreen TV and unlimited Wi-Fi. The kitchenette comes fully equipped with everything you need for a few days in Edinburgh, including a microwave and fridge. The cosy master bedroom offers a double bed and guest storage. A family bathroom with shower over bath completes this delightful home from home.

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

The Portsburgh Square Residence’s location is simply the best! Sitting on the edge of the Grassmarket and just a few minutes’ stroll from the Royal Mile, the local area is brimming with history and things to do. Whether you’d like to browse the varied boutiques on Cockburn Street or have a good old fashioned pub lunch while you gaze up at the Castle, this property has it all. The apartment itself is a grade C listed building, which occupies an ancient site within the World Heritage Trust area of Edinburgh's Old Town.

Princes Street is a mere 10 minute stroll away, and the Royal Mile is even closer. We guarantee that you’ll find intrigue galore on your doorstep - but if you’d like to venture further afield, Waverley train station is within easy walking distance and the area is well serviced by the extremely efficient Lothian Buses. 

This property doesn't come with free parking but there is limited paid street parking in local area for an additional fee.

This property operates a key safe, so you can let yourself in to the property any time after 4pm. The key safe code will be issued before your arrival.

If you are arriving earlier than 16:00 on your day of arrival, it is always worth contacting the property manager as they will always endeavour to give you access as soon as possible.

The latest departure time is 11:00, however, a guaranteed later departure (up to 20:00) can be arranged for a fee of 50% of the daily rate for that day but please note this is subject to no existing booking arriving that day already. 

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 note Wi-Fi at this property is complimentary.

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

A central hallway leads to an open plan living area and kitchen, double bedroom, and family bathroom.


Sleeping Arrangements

1 double bed. 1 double sofa bed.

*Please note that the sofa bed is intended to provide flexibility for sleeping arrangements, however, the maximum occupancy must not exceed 2. There is an additional fee for the provision of the sofa bed.


Exterior

This apartment forms part of a larger block of flats.


Getting there

Waverley train station: 1 mile
Haymarket train station: 1 mile
Edinburgh airport: 8 miles
Edinburgh bus station: 1.5 mile


Accessibility

This property is situated on the ground floor.

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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 pets allowed.
No hen / stag / sarties or events allowed.
No smoking allowed.

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 Grassmarket are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Royal Mile 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Edinburgh, Lothian

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4. on 3 June 2026 start from NZ$564, 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.

How much is parking at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A charming one-bed apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Sleeps 4. located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. Princes Street and Royal Mile are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 17 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. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The hosts were helpful and welcoming. Amenities are ok. Furniture is old and could do with an upgrade. Location is very good. Close to Edinburgh Castle, pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

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

Walkable

Great location! Can walk to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole P.

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

Great Location!

This wa a great location to stay. It was so close to many of the attractions in Edinburgh it made for a very convenient visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

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

Great location

We enjoyed being just around the corner from The Grassmarket.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bel H.

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

Great location!

Great little place in the heart of the old town part of the city!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Great location

Lots to see, easy access to most places
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

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

Great location!

Being in the Grassmarket area was a perfect area with a lot of shops and places to eat, along with the great views of the castle and being so close to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Beverley Y.

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

Pleasant and comfortable

The unit had everything that we required. Close to everything in Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Home from home

Easy access, perfect location in old town, minutes from public transit. Everything you need in the Appartement. We immensely enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

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

Grassmarket stay

The flat was as pictured and was in a great location. Close to Grassmarket with pubs and restaurants nearby. Walking distance to most sights including The Edinburgh Castle, High Street, Holyrood and Princes Street. Nice layout and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maxie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is a gem! You are actually right below the Castle. It is on a busy street but you would really not know because the apartment is tucked inside a square with plants and flowers everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

patricia h.

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

Cute and clean

The flat was adorable. However I wouldn’t book it again for more than 2 people. Cozy, but small.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn H.

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

Great Location

The apartment was perfect for the 2 of us. Not overly big but all you need kitchen, lounge and separate bedroom. Process of gaining access to apartment went smoothly. Lastly an excellent location for both Old Town and New Town Edinburgh. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Larry M.

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

Challenge at first but great location

We appreciated the flat though the online pictures made it appear bigger. It was comfortable and had everything we needed except a clothes dryer. Location was great - just a few steps from Grassmarket. We grew quite comfortable with our “new” home and miss it now far, far across the pond
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This 1-bed is in the heart of Edinburgh below the castle. It is an older property, but all the appliances and fittings were newer and easy to use. There is a grocery (Sainsbury) about 100m away and you can look up to the castle from the door. We had a good time for about 10 days.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Apartment was well represented by the photos. Well equipped with solid instructions for entry and use of amenities, but could use some improvements, e.g. the duvet. mattress pad, pillow covers and blanket are all stained and I only noticed this as I was asked to strip the bed before leaving. Pillows are flat. Shower is a deep step into the tub with no hand rails for support. TV is a smart TV for you to connect to apps but it did have Samsung Plus which was recent reruns of shows, many from the US like American Idol and Americas Got Talent. A few inexpensive upgrades would make this an even better option. Apartment is located in Old Town in the Grassmarket area with lots of restaurants and pubs. If you are ok with LOTS of stairs (180), it is a short walk to Edinburgh Castle. The Hop-on Hop-off bus has stops very close by. Overall I would say it was a good choice and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Just short of adequate

The location was excellent and the management company was immediately responsive to our needs. The flat itself was a bit dirty and the beds were terrible. Do not try to use the sofa bed for a good night sleep or any sleep for that matter. The bathroom was in good shape. The hallway as you enter smelled like old cigarette smoke. A deep clean would help it to go a long way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Cortland S.

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

Great Flat in the Middle of Everything

We stayed two weeks and this place is a great launching point for exploring the city. Pretty easy walk to the train station and the tram. Kitchen set up is good with a grocery store almost across the street. The management company was very responsive and communicative. The only thing to be aware of is the fact that since the complex is right in the middle of everything, there are a couple downsides. First, there can be some noise from people on the street, especially Friday and Saturday nights. The flat is right next door to a pub, and you can get the smell of cigarettes when people are outside smoking. Overall, we would highly recommend this place and would definitely stay there again. It was a wonderful location from which to explore Edinburgh!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Randi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Great location

I stayed at Portsburgh Square residences for 2 weeks in August 2024 for the Fringe Festival. Overall I would say it is fine. Good: Loved the fact that the bathroom had a tub as well as a shower. I'm a bath taker and find that many accommodations only have a shower stall. There was plenty of counter space for makeup, etc. and a nice little cabinet to store essentials. There was not enough toilet paper for a long stay but there is a Stansbury just up the street so I just bought more. The bed was comfortable. The linens were clean and soft. The bedroom was small so you have to maneuver around it to get into the closet. The washing machine is in the bedroom closet. This is a washer ONLY, no drying setting. I worked around that by hanging the wet clothes in front of an open window and they dried in a day, The kitchen was fine. I did not cook but heated up water for tea every day. I could not get the kettle to work so just boiled water in a pan. The small fridge kept things cold and made ice fine. The location is very good - just past Grassmarket. Easy access to all of the main Fringe venues. Overall it was quiet enough. I only occasionally heard music coming from the pub next door and that was exclusively on weekend nights. This is a residential building and only 2 of the units are rented out. The neighbors were friendly enough when I encountered any. One man helped me locate my unit. The apartment was clean. I did not need to communicate with the management company during my
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Disappointing stay

This flat is in a great location and check in directions were excellent. The flat is dirty, dingy, and needs an overhaul. Armchairs with torn vinyl, fridge shelves held together with duct tape, no room to hang clothes in the wardrobe as it is stacked high with pillows, blankets etc. Good supply of large towels. Only two rolls of toilet paper for a six day stay, and when I queried this was told it also “our policy”. This policy was not in the listing when I booked. My biggest gripes are opening the drawer to get a teaspoon and finding it with brown tea stains. Getting a mug to make a cup of tea and finding it yellowed inside. The dish rack is rusted (as are parts of the coffee table) and has a white sort of limescale on it. I didn’t put my dishes there to dry. I had no central heating for five days. I reported it on the Saturday. I expected a reply when the office opened on Monday morning. I just had a heater in the living room only. No contact made until late Tuesday morning to tell me off about wanting more toilet paper but ignoring the heating. I queried this, and no answer again until the Wednesday the next day. They thought I had left. I don’t know why as I was booked in until the Friday and I never said I was leaving. They had someone there that evening who solved it all in ten minutes. I had given the office my my UK phone number but no one ever called. They gave my number to the plumber who called. I was freezing for days in 4-6C. Bad form all round. Caveat emptor.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly M A.

Quaint, cozy, perfect for just one person

The property was in a beautiful (but hidden 😂) location. Convenient to ALL the local attractions. I got my money's worth in wonderful walks. I had a fabulous time exploring the area and looked forward to "coming home" at the end of my day. Grocery, movie theater, and hair salons all simply around the corner. (I work in a remote location; so these amenities were fabulous). The flat was very clean with sufficient linens and kitchenware to sustain my stay. The neighborhood was surprisingly quiet considering its location "in the middle" of the historic district. Pleasant surprise! The satellite TV was constantly "going out" so my relaxing evenings at home were slightly frustrating when I attempted to watch anything. More instructions on how to use the shower would have been helpful. (I've never encountered that type of heating system-literally took me a few tries to figure it out. Had a few scalding showers in the process😳) All in all it was a marvelous stay and enhanced my vacation to Edinburgh and Scotland.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peri G.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shigeki

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

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