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Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape

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A historic stone building with a turret, large windows, and a courtyard.
A historic stone building with multiple windows and a turret.
A historic building with multiple floors, a central spiral staircase, and a stone facade.
A room with a sofa, a TV, a wooden chair, a table, and a rug.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a small table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Grassmarket

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. 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.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Milkman - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape on 13 Mar 2027 start from NZ$776, 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-in at Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sun-Drenched Royal Mile Escape located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from The Hub and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 5 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, surprisingly quiet for being right on the busy royal mile, overall suited our needs! Only difficulty we had was that the lockbox was placed kind of high so it was hard to see the code we were putting in. Other than that, good communication from the hosts and an easy check-in/check-out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location , great communication with host .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing flat in a historical building in Old Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A very comfortable little flat, in an incredible location. Easy access to the Royal Mile and many great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, easy process and great communication. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The process was smooth and seamless. You cannot beat this location. The location was central to the Royal mile and easy access to all attractions. The apartment was very clean and when I had a question, it was answered quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location over looking the Royal Mile and street performers. Bedroom doorknob screw was screwed in at an angle so my partner’s finger was cut when opening the door. The hot water and water pressures was a little weird at first, but we figured it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, super apartment!

Great location, very interesting apartment! Everything worked well. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2025
Dear Gary, Thank you for your positive feedback. We are glad to hear that you appreciated the great location and found the apartment interesting and well-functioning. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate you choosing to stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream

This flat was incredible! Wonderful location! Plan to return next time we are in Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
I am sad that I cannot give this property a 5 star rating! It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't great:- HEAVY musty/moldy odor upon entry and throughout our stay. The weather was lovely so we could leave windows opened when in the flat ! - Flat was clean, however we were allowed 2 towels for two adults for 7 days. When we asked for additional towels and washcloths, we were told " Our cleaning service stated you have the appropriate number of towels and we are unable to provide washcloths at this time. - We were given 3 rolls of toilet paper - when I requested more towrd the end of our stay, again the response was " We spoke to our cleaning service and they MAY be able to provide toilet paper" to which I responded nevermind we will purchase our own.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this flat! From one side we looked over The Royal Mile. From the other side we had a view of the Writer's Museum and Makar's Court. It was centrally located to everything we wanted to do. The buses are easy to use, but we didn't even need them this trip! We could hear the bagpipers and tourists (and seagulls!) with the windows open, which we enjoyed... but closing them drowned out the noise nicely, too. Excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
Dear Laura, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you absolutely loved the flat and enjoyed the stunning views of The Royal Mile and Writer’s Museum. It’s fantastic that the central location made exploring so easy and that you got to soak in the unique sounds of Edinburgh—bagpipers, tourists, and even seagulls! We’re glad the windows gave you the perfect balance between the lively atmosphere and peaceful rest. We truly appreciate your kind words and would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime. Best regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Communication
Great location. Not very comfortable apartment. There are 11 lockboxes and you are not told which one you have the code for. Would stay again but not for that price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Lady Stairs Close apt

Fantastic location. Very small bedroom and bathroom, no clothes or closet storage. Be aware no freeze or microwave. The supply of paper products were lacking- TP, no paper towels or napkins.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect wee hideaway.It’s an ideal location right in the heart of Old Town.Perfect for a single person on an adventure or cozy couple experience. Everywhere you want to go is within walking distance and should you wish to explore beyond the immediate vicinity, Princes Street is just down the hill where you’ll find a bus to take you literally anywhere in Scotland.It’s very cozy. The radiator heaters in every room provided plenty of warmth in the sub zero weather. Nice and toasty.Comfortable bed and the couch was perfect for lounging on and watching BBC iPlayer which is included. Doctor Who fans will enjoy this nice perk.The amenities were as described. The shower has good pressure. My only very minor inconvenience was there was no spatula in the kitchen utensils and the frying pan was too light to register on the electric cook top but everything else was perfectly fine. The Jolly Judge pub is literally out your back door and the view out of the bedroom window is epically beautiful.Great little place. I’d recommend it.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Overall poor and careless maintenance: shower with blocked drain, hose leaking. Hooks in the bathroom broken off. Table wobbly, chairs sagging. Wardrobes filled with cleaning utensils, spare blankes and two irons (why two?), leaving no room for personal belongings (clothes etc.) in the wardrobes. Building sites directly opposite, construction machinery noise even at 4.45 am!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
Dear Regine, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the maintenance issues and inconveniences you experienced during your stay. Your comments regarding the shower, furniture, and wardrobe space are taken very seriously, and we will address these matters promptly to improve our property. We’re also sorry for the disturbance caused by the nearby construction noise. While some external factors are beyond our control, we understand how this impacted your comfort. We appreciate your honesty as it helps us strive for better standards. Thank you again for your valuable input. Best regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Royal Mile Stay

Great location! Emma's Tips were helpful, as were the books. Our Scottish friends did say this represented 18th century living in Edinburgh. 23 winding wet stairs to our "ground floor" room. Small bedroom. Had to turn bed catty-corner to both be able to get in and out. Dead bug on the counter behind the sink. Burned out light in the foyer. Re: check-in, at least 8 lockboxes up high. Found ours by trial and error with the help of a tour guide. Hook on back of bathroom door was broken. For the high price we expected much more.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

New Years in Edinburgh Old Town

Location is hard to beat. Simply excellent. Walk from train station is not long, but take taxi from train station because of hills and stairs if you have any luggage. Lock boxes look alike. Take close note of exact directions. You will need to carry luggage up to first landing, about 20 small winding stairs. Doable, but be forewarned. Kitchen looks sharp and has enough cups, plates and silverware. No freezer in refrigerator, so no ice. Small bathroom, but everything works. Double bed barely fits in room. Cozy to hold two. They should replace swinging door with barn door slider instead, to get more room. They need more hooks and shelves throughout. It overlooks Royal Mile, but was very quiet. Thus, no downside to being in the thick of things. Explore the back area outside as it has cute and good ice cream/pastry shop and a good little pub. Both are 1-2 minutes from unit. Ideal for one person but unit can work for two if you are ok with small bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2025
Dear Guest, Thank you for your detailed and thoughtful review. We’re so pleased to hear that the apartment's prime location allowed you to fully immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Edinburgh, yet enjoy a peaceful retreat at the same time. The Royal Mile is indeed right at your doorstep, and we’re glad to hear you took full advantage of the charming spots nearby. We appreciate your candid feedback regarding the stairs, the kitchen, and storage. Rest assured, we’ll be considering ways to enhance the comfort and functionality of the space, particularly with regards to storage and the door. It sounds like you truly explored the area to its fullest, from the ice cream and pastry shop to the cozy pub—what a perfect way to experience Edinburgh's local charm. We hope to welcome you back for another stay, whether it’s a solo adventure or a cozy retreat for two. Best Regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautyfull Apartement

Sehr schön und wir kommen gerne wieder
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Thank you, Henning! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime. Your feedback means so much to us, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Best Regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Very noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and communication

Quaint and cozy in the heart of Edinburgh’s Royal mile .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edinburgh Central

Great location & access to Edinburgh Castile, Royal Mile & within a short walk to new town. Andrew is very responsive to email inquiries with follow up to ensure your stay is enjoyable. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this small apartment
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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