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Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm.

Bed & breakfast in Edinburgh, 8-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • National Museum of Scotland - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frankenstein - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Doctors Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vittoria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm.

The month of August is the biggest Comedy Music and Arts Festival in the World.. I am in a pinical center of this Amazing festival .. Young people love my situation and Cat !
Great location near statue of Greyfriars Bobby at the top of the Grassmarket .Five mins to the University and the Meadows which is a mile of park with Arthur's seat ..It is 10mins from the Castle and the Royal mile directly beside the Grassmarket..There are lots of tours in the famous Gothic Graveyard which can be seen from the kitchen.. best seen at sunset in winter ..JKRowling based Hogwarts on Heriots the private School which also can be seen from flat..The original wooden shutters of this 300 year old property cut out the modern world.

If you like history and or Folk music bars the location is perfect..
This is a character place .. The living room is pretty with real log fire.. sometimes requested. It is a bit like staying in an old farm cotage in middle of city.. Most people find it charming.. There is lots of hot water and towels etc provided.. The bedroom has king size bed and there is a single futon also...
The place is Very atmospheric. With lots of Folk bars close to flat... ..
This was the flat that belonged to the bakers that fed little Bobby the famous dog that sat on his masters grave faithfully for years.. This is the Old town Edinburgh rich in 1000's of years of history with easy access to bus to the Airport , fifteen mins walk to Watherly station and Princes street the mound and the RSA Gallery.
There has been activiy of a poltergist he has tendency to throw little pebbles at the kitchen window and bruise people who miss behave.., I have learned his names Mackenzie he was a lawyer in 1700's.. Unless you are very naughty will leave people alone..

Quirky Artists and lovely big cat will host you and you have plenty space with 2 private rooms.

Porridge or a full Scottish cooked breakfast with Haggis can be provided..

The address is directly to the left of the entrance to Greyfriars Kirkyard.. The door is green the same colour as the Greyfriars Art shop. It is first floor up some very old stone stairs with two peep holes carfully carved showing that the building was build before long before electricity... There is a hand rail ..

The post code is EH12QQ..
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Kitchens, fireplaces, and refrigerators are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Grassmarket, and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. You'll also find Princes Street and St. Andrew Square less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm.?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Is this bed & breakfast adjacent to a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm.?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this bed u0026 breakfast, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each guestroom and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm.?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this bed & breakfast provide breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this bed & breakfast.

Does Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm. have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.8 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm.?

No, at Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm., there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Beside Greyfiars Bobby Kirkyard, A Kingsize bed plus private livingrm. Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 35 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Davina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay!

Overnight stay in July 2020. Excellent location, perfect property for myself and my partner as we looked to explore a little bit of Edinburgh. Lovely hostess, GREAT breakfast. Arty, bohemian, chic and just a quaint and quirky little flat which was perfect for us. Will return definitely!! Ps the Poltergeist may in fact just be true as it would appear the artwork had all been skewed slightly in the morning! Lol. Great experience all round!

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Durham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Position was very convenient for the Royal Mile Area and our host, Sophie, was very friendly and most helpful. Extremely comfortable bed in an eclectic flat with a friendly cat, Sam.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hollie M., Okinawa, Japan

Liked: Cleanliness

Edinburgh flat

Perfect location, cozy quarters, resident cat was a plus. Sophie was great!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Adeline K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

Very cosy cottage-like appartment with a great view. Location is great, many shops and restaurants around. Sophie is very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quirky and fun!

If we come back to Scotland we’ll stay here again. If you are looking to spend a lot of money on a sterile tiny room with no window, go to the Waldorf. This place has character and several windows that open! Loved Sophia and Andy who helped us settle in!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y., Firenze, Italia

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent value in the centre of Edinburgh

The bed was comfortable, the shower was great, and there was plenty of room for my wife and I. The wifi was excellent, and there was Amazon Prime on the TV. The location can't be beat, very close to the Royal Mile and right beside Greyfriars Kirkyard. The owner provided some really nice extras for us, and plenty for breakfast during our stay, and was very accomodating and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

This is a fantastic location to walk Edinburgh. Sophie is a warm, kind, and wonderful host with fabulous stories about the city and her family. Unfortunately, we were not in the city long enough to spend more time with Sophie. When I come back to Scotland, I hope to meet up with you!

8/10 Good

Bryan M.

July holiday

Sophie was nice. Sam is a sweet cat. Sophie helped with finding music in the area for my friend. Having the Kirkyard behind the flat was nice. Easy walking distance to the bus stop for the bus to the airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

LUT W., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness

Very friendly host and warm experience

Sophie was always responsive from the time we booked and tried to offer as much information as possible to us. She has been really friendly, helpful and generous to provide a great stay for us. It's an old building and apartment with an artistic and vintage style. There's no lifts and it's on 1/f however it locates at centre of Edinburgh and close to many main attractions as well as some great restaurants, which I believe can offset the need to exercise a very little bit. If you want an accomodation which enables you a local experience and even to make friends (with Sam the cat too!) I would recommend you give it a try! We miss you already Sophie and Sam~!

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Everything was great! Sophie is so friendly and helpful. The location is amazing, also. Beautiful location! Sam the cat was also a great companion during our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie l., Aberdeenshire

Nice flat in a great location

We had a really nice stay her. Felt very welcome Sophie was amazing going out her way to help us and making sure we were ok. We will defo be back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

Lovely flat, lovely location, lovely host

We travelled to Edinburgh for me to do the half marathon, I called Sophie on arrival and she met us at the flat, she was very welcoming and went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable, even a bottle of wine and fresh flowers, she also offered to buy me exactly what I wanted for breakfast before the race but I had brought my own. The flat is very quirky and we mainly spent our time in the flat either people watching out the front window which overlooks Bobbies monument or watching the ghost walks around the Kirkyard. Little Bobbies grave is visible from the kitchen window and Bobbies monument from the front window. We will definately be returning and will recommend to our friends who want a home away from home in the center of Edinburgh old town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Christopher v.

Cosy and Quaint home in a great Location

Upon arrival Sophie met us in person and welcomed us to her appartment. The space was very homely with beautiful artwork displayed through the home. Conveniently located 10 minutes walk from Waverley station and on the doorstep of many famous Edinburgh attractions this was a lovely place to stay while in edinburgh!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Diane L.

Edinburgh

The place is very well situated to do a lot by walking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Alexander P.

Quirky and authentic!

Sofie went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and enjoyed our stay. It was a very human experience and overall very enjoyable!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Charming hostess and excellent location

Sophie was an excellent hostess who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable (more like pampered). Staying with her was more like visiting an old friend than your typical vacation rental experience. She was always happy to show us around and had lots of suggestions for good/affordable food and siteseeing. If ever we come back to Edinburgh we will definitely stay with Sophie and Sam again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Marie D.

Very accommodating stay!

Had a lovely stay with Sophie and got to meet the adorable Sam! Sophie is very accommodating and does her best to make you feel at home. Location is fantastic, very near to the elephant house and grass market area. Plus there is a jewellers next door which has some lovely stuff! Would definitely recommend a stay here, especially if you are a fan of cats!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nick, Rainham, Essex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quirky with plenty of livied in character. This felt like somebody’s home you would be house sitting for (not a soulless hotel room) and any initial doubt about you feeling you were intruding was quickly overcome by the welcome from Sofie (and her cat, Sam) who was so friendly and knowledgable for the locale it felt like you had a friend there. All facilities were fine and well kept- lovely big bed which was firm. The reason why we booked here was how close we were to all of the attractions (5 - 10 mins) and the price was more than fair. We would definitely return here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Martin J.

greyfiars Bobby kirkyard

We booked for the last night of our stay in Edinburgh 4th October 2018 On our arrival in Edinburgh we went to find where our accommodation was ,sadly nobody at the Greyfriars pub or the shops along the street had ever heard of it & had no idea as to what we were talking about... So,we rang the number provided and was told no such number... Then later in our stay went back & asked again at different little shops along the street & same answer... So we had to book somewhere else..Must add l paid for this HomeAway stay 22/7/2018.. So not at all happy... Need a refund as no way were we able to contact anyone...I must also add that my husband was so very much looking forward to staying here as he is a huge fan of Greyfriars Bobby... . Glenda James Australia...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Brian, N Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sophie's Choice

Sophie very warm friendly host. Accommodation well positioned for city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Sybil S.

Interesting, quirky.

Very well located in the midst of old Edinburgh. Very welcoming owner, Sophie and her cat Sam. This information should to be given in case of any clients who have allergies.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Zoltan K.

Horrible fraud. Warning to travelers: avoid this property.

Doesn’t deserve one star even! The place is dusty, dreary and dirty. The host is batty or worse. We left without staying and forfeited five days versus settle for what would better be described as a seedy, threadbare hostel room.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sara t.

Fabulously quirky flat in great location

You really couldn't find a better location for spending time in central Edinburgh. The flat is 5 minutes walk from the Royal Mile and the university, and the sound of Greyfriars tours floats in through the bathroom window. The walls are covered with artwork, the furniture is eclectic, the bed is big and comfortable and Sophie was very sweet. It's nothing like staying in a conventional flat or hotel, but it's highly recommended as long as you like cats. Loved it and hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt S.

Wonderful Place & Host, in an Awesome Location!

The host was so hospitable that I felt like she was family. She treated us so well, and cooked us fantastic breakfasts! We had a room & separate living area that was right near Greyfrair’s Bobby, and a 2-minute walk to the Royal Mile. We had a great time, and really miss Sam the Cat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

liz e., Byron Bay area, Australia

Old, central flat, with exceptional hostess!

We had a wonderful time in a quirky setup, near entertainment and history with an amazing hostess.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018