Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment is adjacent to Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Edinburgh Castle. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
The Scotch Whisky Experience - 3 min walk
Ensign Ewart - 3 min walk
The Last Drop - 1 min walk
Knoops - 1 min walk
Mussel & Steak Bar - 1 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Heart of Grassmarket Apartment
Summary:
✔ Charming flat ideally nestled in the Old Town
✔ 1 bedroom
✔ 1 bathroom
✔ Well-equipped kitchen with all necessary appliances
✔ 2-minute walk to Royal Mile
✔ 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle
✔ 10-minute walk to Princes Street
✔ 12-minute walk to Waverley Train Station
✔ An extensive area guide is provided, and we are available 24/7
✔ Essentials, linens, towels, and WiFi are provided
The Space:
⭐ 1 bedroom
— the bedroom is complete with a double bed
⭐ 1 bathroom
⭐ A comfy living room with a flat-screen TV
⭐ A fully equipped kitchen & dining area suitable for up to 4 guests
Guest Access:
● Guests will have access to the entire apartment.
● The property is on the first floor, and no lift is available.
● There is one flight of stairs to the property.
Check-in Information:
Guests are free to check in on their own with a self-check-in system.
The Neighborhood:
Welcome to the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, situated on Victoria Street, a.k.a JK Rowling’s Diagon Alley in Harry Potter. Next to the famous Grassmarket with many bars, shops and restaurants on the doorstep! Edinburgh and Inverleith Park. Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile, and all the famous city attractions are a stone's throw from the property.
Getting Around:
● Grassmarket bus stop is a short 2-minute walk. ● Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is a 12-minute walk away.
✈ Nearest airport
Edinburgh Airport: 23-minute taxi ride
Other Things to Note:
∗Please note that а refundable damage deposit of £250 is mandatory and should be paid via card and before check-in. We inspect the property after you check out; if there is no damage, we refund the deposit within 2 days via bank transfer.
∗Please note that JOIVY is not responsible or liable for any lost, misplaced or stolen items during guest stays.
∗Please note this property is situated in a historic tenement building. The entranceway to the building is a communal area shared between all flats.
∗Please note the property is fitted with a noise-detection device.
⚡ In light of the current situation, we kindly ask our guests to consume electricity and gas mindfully. Please note we will add an additional charge for excessive energy usage.
Interaction with Guests:
JOIVY will be in touch to assist you with many extra services, such as airport transfers, in-stay cleans, and childcare equipment. If you have any questions before or during your stay, we’re here for you 24/7.
This home is managed by JOIVY. We’re proud to host our guests in a wide selection of top-quality properties across Europe. JOIVY is pleased to offer hotel-standard hospitality services and provide hotel-quality linens, towels, bathroom essentials, and professional cleaning services.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
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)
General
Unit size: 592 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Rules
JOIVY wants you to have a fantastic stay, and we encourage you to see this property as a home away from home. There are, however, a few points we p...
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 3-17
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
This property accepts cash
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number EH-71278-F
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
This property accepts cash.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this apartment?
This apartment is situated in Edinburgh City Centre, just steps from Grassmarket, and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street. You'll also find Royal Mile and George Street less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at this apartment?
No, there isn't parking at this apartment.
Is this apartment next to a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
Is Heart of Grassmarket Apartment good for couples?
Amenities at this apartment that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each apartment with kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at Heart of Grassmarket Apartment?
No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this apartment provide breakfast?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.
How close is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 8.1 mi away (32 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Heart of Grassmarket Apartment?
No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Heart of Grassmarket Apartment.
Heart of Grassmarket Apartment Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Helen T.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Helen T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
2/10 Terrible
Jacqui H.
Dec 4, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Jacqui H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
Oct 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paul
Lovely clean property, muchly appreciated welcome pack with tea, coffee etc. Absolutely perfect location.Highly recommended :)
Paul H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert Lowe
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
City Break
Apartment was very clean and fabulous location to see all of Edinburgh.
Bedroom is at the back of the apartment so could not hear noise from the Grassmarket at night.
Robert Lowe
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
AnneMarie P.
Aug 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Some issues but pleasant stay
Some issues but pleasant stay. The location was great to explore the city. But some issues entering the rental (locked gates early/late in the day, no key in lockbox on arrival) made for some frustrating moments. The rental is small, but we made it work. No clear explanations on how to use the washer/dryer combo, and the TV did not work ( we were told to check for empty batteries in the remotes..!?). Overall a nice stay.
AnneMarie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jt P.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
This flat was the perfect location in Edinburgh. Easily walkable to everything we wanted to do and we even had a great view of Grassmarket street where there were live performances. The only thing I would say is that the shower pressure wasn’t ideal, but it was still serviceable!
Jt P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Marisol S.
Sep 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Grassmarket Area
Great area but very noisy at night. The entrance way where you get keys was blocked by the stores merchandise. There was also dog feces all through the walkway, stairs and hallway. The apartment itself was nice but the dryer did not work.