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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster
TV, offices
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2539 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Princes Street Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment is adjacent to Grassmarket and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Princes Street Gardens. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princes Street - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪West Port Oracle - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Summary:

✔ Beautiful flat nicely nestled in the Edinburgh’s old town

✔ 1 bedroom

✔ 1 bathroom

✔ Well-equipped kitchen with all necessary appliances

✔ Balcony

✔ 6-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle

✔ 7-minute walk to Princes Street Gardens

✔ 8-minute walk to National Museum of Scotland

✔ 9-minute walk to St Giles' Cathedral: 9-minute walk

✔ 3-minute walk to West Port bus stop

✔ An extensive area guide is provided, and we are available 24/7

✔ Essentials, linens, towels, and WiFi are provided



The Space:

This charming one bedroom apartment in central Edinburgh comfortably sleeps two. It features a plush double bed, a bathroom with a tub and shower bench, and a relaxing living area with a television. A fully equipped kitchen and dining space are provided for your convenience, while the private balcony offers a perfect spot to enjoy the fresh air during your city stay.



Guest Access:

● Guests will have access to the entire apartment.

● The property is on the second floor, and there is no lift available.

● There are two flights of stairs (22 stairs) to the property.



Check-in Information:

Guests are free to check in on their own with a self-check-in system.



The Neighborhood:

Edinburgh’s old town is a culturally vibrant area where each corner and nook has a story to tell. You will be able to visit some of the most famous sights and tick them off your bucket list! A wide selection of delicious restaurants, fabulous bars, and fashionable shops can be reached within walking distance from the flat. You can enjoy a pleasant stroll with your favourite people in Princes Street Gardens, home to several public monuments and memorials



Getting Around:

● There is no free parking available at the property. However, there are paid parking options nearby.

● The nearest bus stop to the property is West Port, and it is a short 3-minute walk.

● The closest train station is Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, which is a short 14-minute walk.



✈ Nearest airport

Edinburgh Airport: 24-minute drive



Other Things to Note:

∗Please note the property is fitted with a noise-detection device.

∗Please note that JOIVY is not responsible or liable for any lost, misplaced or stolen items during guest stays.

⚡ 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.

∗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.



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 and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

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)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 539 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

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

  • This property doesn't allow children
  • Note from host: The property is not suitable for infants and ch...

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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Old Town Edinburgh, just steps from Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket, and within a short walk of Princes Street Gardens. You'll also find Royal Mile and Princes Street less than a mile away.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 7.5 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely place to stay. It was clean, old reviews that stated it is not must be outdated. The flat is easy to access and has a stunning view of the castle. The kitchen has everything you need. The location is perfect for accessing multiple parts of town.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

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

Great stay

Great location and comfortable for the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location with spectacular view of the castle! Comfortable and functional. A bit noisy at night with the bedroom window over the busy street, but we expected that with the location. Excellent instructions for checking in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V.

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

Great location

Great location! Easy to walk to all of the sights. Loved the view of the castle from the apartment. We loved our stay in Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, which is what you're paying for. The place itself definitely needs some upgrades, furniture is old, beat up, and needs to be replaced. Especially the mattress and pillows! Pay attention to the wording in the listing, the "balcony" is actually a shared walkway that everyone uses for access to the units
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
my second time staying at the same apartment. I like the view, location n and safety
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Meg B.

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

Good Location!

Great location and felt very very safe!Not really the cleanest but also not the worst - kind of middling. The only thing that made it feel more grungy than it was that a lot of little things in the apartment were broken and showing more than normal wear and tear. Could use a little TLC.The location had a fantastic view and the military tattoo happening in the castle was something you could listen to (and see the fireworks and drone show) from the comfort of your own balcony! Really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine R.

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

Location, location!

This flat is perfectly located central to everything you could desire in Edinburgh. The location really could not be better as you quite literally sit in the shadow of the castle. Checking in and out also couldn’t be easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen V.

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

Great location

Location was perfect for the Fringe Festival, dining and bars. Property was clean but tired, furnishings torn and a bit ragged. Communication with company was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis K.

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

AMAZING

Was absolutely perfect in every way, wish I could have stayed longer. I have already recommended it to my all my friends. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

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

Convenient

Nice location, comfortable apartment. Be aware not handicap accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne A.

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

As Advertised

The bathroom and overall space is excellent. It makes all the difference when you are travelling to be able to relax, and after climbing all the stairs the apartment is worth it. Great view, lovely easy open skylights, and that tub. Heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josie M.

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

What a find!

Everything about this stay was amazing. The location of the apartment to the station and all the hubbub of Edinburgh was perfect. Directions and online communication was fantastic - didn’t stress at all. The view from our front door (Edinburgh castle) was breathtaking. The whole flat was so clean and tidy and had everything we needed for the two nights we stayed. Would definitely book again. Couldn’t find a fault (well maybe shower pressure but that was only an issue for me when washing my hair!) Look forward to booking again when we next visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky apartment with great location

My spouse and I stayed four nights in this apartment. The positives are that it is in a great location with access to pubs, cafes, grocery store and attractions. It also had a spectacular view of the castle and we felt like a local staying there. Also even though it is on a busier street it was fairly quiet. The challenges are that the checkin process was not well communicated, couch and curtains were very worn, Netflix on tv was not working and the fridge stopped working completely. Also the pictures of apartment do not show the front entrance of building. It has a barred security gate and large rubbish bins. There was also a lot of quirky instructions on how to operate items such as water heater was on a timer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

City center

Loud obnoxious drunks keep you awake well into the morning hours from the bar across the street. You are provided one towel and one hand towel with no wash clothes. There are no instructions for appliances that are unlike appliances we are used to. Not great communication. Worn out furniture. The castle view is phenomenal, convenient walking to all sightseeing attractions and shopping but the comfort level is very low for the price paid. I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brian S.

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

Broken key ruins stay

When we arrived the key broke off in the deadbolt. When we called the contact we were told we would have to find a locksmith and pay bill. After 3 hours of dealing with locksmiths and one cancelling after waiting an hour the bill ended up being over $700 to drill and replace the deadbolt. First, I shouldn’t have been responsible for a worn out key. Second, the management company should have numbers of locksmiths so someone from another country on holiday doesn’t get taken advantage of. The bed was small, the loveseat is coming apart. The kitchen, heating and location were very nice. Not sure two full size adults can fit into the full size bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Anne C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Never Again

Photographs on the website can be surprisingly misleading, the apartment smelled of damp as soon as we walked through the door, great location, brilliant views, but it all ends there. The furniture looked like it had been bought from a car boot sale, nothing matched, see pictures for evidence of neglect, for the price paid, this apartment was a disgrace. The fridge did not work, the cooker was lodged between a drawer that would not open properly, the heaters were held together with masking tape for gods sake, the bathroom was damp and smelled of mould, one of the two dining chairs had a leg that was bent, and could not be sat on, paint was peeling off the walls, the curtains were not hanging properly, the bedside tables were both splintered, the furniture was extremely uncomfortable, we ended up trying to stay away from the place for as long as we could throughout each day. We will be taking this to social media with an article published through our magazine if a refund is not forthcoming. Extremely disappointing is not strong enough. And, we believe the host gets to review us, my god, absolutely absurd.
Sofa with scratch marks and holes covered up by a rug
Sofa with scratch marks and holes covered up by a rug
Paint peeling from walls
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

David A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This has a stunning view of the Edinburgh Castle and is walkable to most of the major sights. We gave a 2-star rating because (1) There are several pubs across the busy street from the apartment building that were quite noisy into the wee hours of the night. There was no mention of this in the listing or communications. (2) Two of the heating units were held together by duct tape so we did not use those. The toaster had a note left by a previous visitor stating that using the toaster blew out all the electricity in the apartment. (3) Unlike the booking photos, the sofa was covered by a knitted blanket that hid the fact that the leather on the cushions was completely gone revealing the stuffing. (4) The most serious safety concern involves the bathtub/shower. The tub is high and extremely slippery and no rubber mat or non-slip surface was provided. There was nothing to prevent a serious fall when entering or leaving the tub. (5) We wrote to Joivy/Altido (management company) about these issues and they sent a technician later the next day to fix what he could. He said the heating units needed to be replaced. (6) Be aware: Joivy/Altido charged a “Markup Fee” of approximately the cost of a night. Their response was that the fee was charged by the booking platform (VRBO). When we contacted VRBO they assured us that, as is posted on their website, they do not charge additional fees. To date, there is no response back from Joivy/Altido Edinburgh.
sofa that was covered by knitted blanket
1 of 2 heating units held together by duct tape
Note on toaster from previous renter
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

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

Boutique apartment in a great location

Rented this place for 4 nights during the Fringe Festival. The apartment is in an older block just near Grassmarket area and with great views of the Castle. Check in process was easy. Bed was very comfortable and apartment was clean. However the place could do with a bit of a refurb with decorating...and a maintenance issue had to be reported in the kitchen. I couldn't get the TV to play normal TV channels ..just apps like Netflix & YouTube. Small supermarket for provisions just a few minutes walk away and nice cafe across the road. Ideal location for a stay in the Old Town for single traveller or couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

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

Lovely little flat - great view and 5 mins from everything

We loved the location of the flat just a few minutes from lively Grassmarket and 5 mins on to the Royal Mile. Ideal. The view from the window is just as advertised. The looming view of the castle is awesome. Happy to recommend both the flat and the company as the arrangements were really smooth.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024