Apartment in Edinburgh, Lothian

Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle

Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle

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Overview of Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 457 sq m

Popular amenities

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Check out the area

Edinburgh, Lothian
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket5 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile5 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle6 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Dining Area

About this property

Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle

St Giles Street is B-listed (a building of importance to national heritage) in the Conservation area of the Royal Mile. This third floor apartment commands a prestigious position on the corner of St Giles Street and The Royal Mile. It provides astounding views of the adjacent St Giles Cathedral and up the Lawnmarket (top end of the Royal Mile) to Edinburgh Castle, 250 metres away.

The apartment is only a few minutes walk from many other major Edinburgh attractions such as the Royal Scottish Museum and the National Gallery of Scotland. There is also a copious amount of bars, restaurants, cafes and shops in the immediate area. This apartment is furnished and decorated to a high standard and is a very comfortable base for your visit to Edinburgh and Scotland.


Layout

LOUNGE/DRAWING ROOM
This is a wonderful south facing corner room with four large windows providing marvellous views of the Royal Mile and the square outside St Giles Cathedral. The room consists of two sofas (one of which converts to a comfortable double bed), a dining table suitable for four people. A beautiful non functioning Victorian fireplace adds character to the room. A widescreen TV is available for entertainment. Guests who have a laptop can also enjoy a free broadband connection either through the supplied cable or by wifi.

BEDROOM
This is a lovely double bedroom with a window overlooking St Giles Street. A 5ft wide (150 cm) kingsize with two bedside tables, a large built in wardrobe and chest of drawers provide ample storage space for your possessions.

KITCHEN
The kitchen has a large light window overlooking St Giles Street and is equipped with cutlery & crockery for up to four people.

SHOWER ROOM

Walk-in shower


Sleeping Arrangements

1 x kingsize double, 1 x sofabed in the lounge (please advise if required if only 2 guest)


Getting there

There are three options to get from Edinburgh airport to the city centre, all take approx 30-35 minutes. The main rail station Waverley is approx 250 metres from the apt.

1. Edinburgh trams, approx every 8-10 mins (Sunday 12-15 mins), right outside terminal, the nearest drop off point for the apt is the Princes St stop which is approx 350 metres away. Cost 8.50 pounds for adults and 4.50 pounds for children for a RETURN journey.

2. Airport express bus, every 15 minutes right outside terminal building, drop off point on South St Davids St approx 300 metres from St Giles. Costs 7.50 pounds per person for a RETURN journey.

3. Taxi, many can be found right outside the terminal building and will cost 15 - 20 pounds for a one way journey. However a taxi will drop you off right outside the property you have booked.


Accessibility

This property is not suitable for anyone who has difficulty navigating stairs as there are many of them to get to the third floor and there is no lift within this historic building.


Registration and Compliance

Registration or Licence Ref: E-70359-P (expiry: 13th Dec 2024)
EPC: F

Property manager

Glenn Ford
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Languages

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

About the area

Edinburgh

This apartment is located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 5 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 5 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Deacon Brodies Tavern - 1 min walk
  • Ensign Ewart - 2 min walk
  • Burgers and Beers Grillhouse - 2 min walk
  • The Milkman - 3 min walk
  • Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Incredible 1 bedroom + sofabed on the famous Royal Mile 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of St. Giles' Cathedral, Royal Mile and National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a place!
The apartment is great and in an amazing location. We stayed here for a week and loved it. Communication was also spot on, with emails answered within minutes. We will definitely come back again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and good location
This lovely apartment in the heart of the Royal Mile was our comfortable home for a week in Edinburgh. It was comfortable, well-furnished, and has a location that's hard to beat. The property managers were easy to work with. I'd would stay here again, should I be lucky enough to return to Edinburgh.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment
We stayed in this apartment for a week. It was centrally located and a short walk to Waverly Station and Scot Rail. You have a beautiful view of St. Giles Cathedral and The Royal Mile. It is walking distance to so many bars and restaurants, too many to list. The proximity to the Royal Mile can be a little loud during peak tourist hours and there will be a bag piper on the sidewalk below your window most days from 9am to 9pm. Just be prepared to climb the 72 steps up from the sidewalk to the apartment. After a day of walking around hilly Edinburgh the climb up to the apartment at the end of the day was a minor challenge.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Heath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stay was giid
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Center of the action
Perfect location to see Edinburgh. Easy access to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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