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City centre apartment - 5 minute walk from the old town!

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A room with a wooden ladder shelf, a black floor lamp, a cushioned armchair, a round black side table, and a large window with a view of a stone building.
A bedroom with a white bed, a window, a chair, a shelf, and a desk.
A narrow alleyway with stone walls and a metal gate. There are two wicker chairs and a door with a number on it.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and dining table.
A round table with a white vase containing white flowers, surrounded by grey chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Newington, Scotland
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Meadows
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

With a stay at this apartment in Edinburgh (Southside), you'll be a short 4-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and within 2 minutes by car from Royal Mile. .This apartment is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Princes Street.

What's nearby

  • Queen's Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Holyrood Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Meadows - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Festival Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 16 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cult Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Southern Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lady and The Bear - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Doghouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬1 min walk

About this property

City centre apartment - 5 minute walk from the old town!

This private entry central Edinburgh apartment is ideally located to enjoy the sights and experiences Edinburgh has to offer.

The apartment is located just a 5 minute walk from the old town and ideal if you want to explore the city or relax in the sunshine all day in the Meadows park.

We host our homes through Roxy Street, where we focus on thoughtful stays and sharing local knowledge to help guests experience Edinburgh like a local.

The apartment is in a fabulous central location, a stones throw from the historic old town and lovely Grassmarket. You are in a very central Edinburgh location with all of Edinburgh's best restaurants, cafes and bars right on your doorstep. This apartment comes ready to cater for families, couples and individuals alike. Just a short walk to Holyrood park or the Royal Mile will have you in the thick of Edinburgh. Another short walk through the meadows is the bustling area of Brunstfield with lots of shops, bars and restaurants.

During the festival and Hogmanay, you are right at the heart of all the action. All of Edinburgh's best festival spots are within meters of your doorstep with the world famous Pleasance and Bristo Square a short walk away.

The apartment has 3 beds, 1 double and 2 single beds. Each room has storage for clothing or bags. The apartment would be an ideal base for a city break, family fun, romantic getaway as well as the business traveller.

The lounge is extremely bright and airy with a double sofa, coffee table and dining table. There is a flat screen TV with Freeview TV. The Apartment also includes free wi-fi for personal use.

The bathroom has a shower, toilet, wash handbasin and a heated towel rail. Linen and towels are provided with complimentary shampoo and shower gel.

The kitchen is equipped with all you would need if you choose to eat in, with basic foodstuffs like salt and pepper and cooking oil supplied. Coffee, tea, sugar and milk is provided to help you settle in.

There are lots of small supermarkets just around the corner which stock a good variety of food and groceries. Meters from the apartment there are lots of friendly breakfast cafes that also serves delicious lunches and teas. We will recommend our personal favourites in your Welcome Pack on arrival.

Getting to the apartment couldn't be easier having a bus stop 50m from the front door, easily accessible should you be coming from the airport and train stations.

There is parking in metered pay bays close to the apartment and they are free from 18.30 each night until 08.30 in the morning and from 18.30 until 12.30 on a Sunday. During the day you can pay to park in these bays.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, which has a kitchen. A flat-screen television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and an iron/ironing board.
Take in the views from a terrace.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

City centre apartment - 5 minute walk from the old town! Reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable and convenient

Great apartment in great location - had everything we needed and host was very easy and accessible. Would recommend this host and apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

We stayed 5 nights at the apartment. Location, cleanliness, equipment and communication with host were all great. We would stay here again. Thanks a lot!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you need

My mom and 2 sisters stayed here for the last couple days of our trip to Scotland. Everything was close and walkable. After a week in hotel rooms, it was great to have space and a kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts, everything went smoothly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026