Old Town Edinburgh stay.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh apartment places you steps from Grassmarket and within a 10-minute walk of Edinburgh Castle. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within half a mile (1 km).
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 13 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
The Scotch Whisky Experience - 5 min walk
Cold Town House - 1 min walk
Beehive Inn - 1 min walk
The Last Drop - 2 min walk
La Barantine - 5 min walk
About this property
1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle
Castle View Suite 1 is a superbly located property in The Grassmarket which lies within the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town of Edinburgh with breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle only a few hundred metres away. It is owned by GLV Investments Ltd (The Principle) and managed by Edinburgh SC (Self Catering) Ltd on their behalf.
The Grassmarket is a highly desirable central location for anyone wanting to make the most of their stay in the City. The majority of historic sights are within a short walk and the area abounds with Restaurants, Bars and Cafes. A five minute walk down the sweeping Mound or through Princes Street gardens will take you to shoppers heaven in George Street or Princes Street.
This property has just been newly refurbished and fitted to a high standard. It comprises comprises of a spacious living room with double windows overlooking the historic Grassmarket and with spectacular views of the Castle. Freeview TV, and Wifi included. Kitchen includes electric hob &, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasger, washing machine, toaster and kettle. The lounge contains a sofabed suitable for two people. Hall cupboard contains a washing machine.
The Bedroom has 1 kingsize bed and ample wardrobe and storage. The bedroom is at the quiet rear of the building to assist with a good nights sleep.
A Shower room is in the property with electric shower, please note there is no bath.
Additional information
* First floor apt accessed by stairs, there is no lift * * Electric heating throughout, included * Linen and towels are provided. * A modest amount of complimentary tea and coffee for arrival. * Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided. * Street parking is available but is expensive. * The airport drop off point and main railway ( Waverley station ) are 15-20 minutes walk.
Please note that prior to arrival a refundable 200 pounds key/security deposit must be provided.
Restrictions
* No smoking is allowed within the apartment. * No pets * We regret that this first floor flat will be unsuitable for some people with disabilities as there are only stairs. * No lift is available. * Strictly no parties - Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00 to respect neighbouring properties.
Access Arrangements
A "meet and greet" service is operated , whereby you will be met at a property at a pre-arranged time to give access. Full instructions of this procedure can be found in the secure guest area after a booking has been completed. It is very important that an approximate arrival time is provided before arrival for this process. Entry is from 14:00 onwards but if nobody has booked to depart on your day of arrival it will probably be very suitable for us to give you entry as early as possible. Departure is by 10am (a guaranteed late departure up to 20:00 can be obtained for 50% of that daily rate. Please contact us if you want to utilise this facility and a price will be calculated).
Please note that arrivals after 19:00 will incur a range of late arrival fee.
**LATE ARRIVAL: fees, 19:00 - 22:30 - 15 pounds, 22:31 - 00:00 - 30 pounds and 00:01 - 02:00 - 50 pounds. The latest access can be given is 02:00, otherwise it is given at 08:00 the next day. ESC accept no liability for any costs involved in alternative accommodation for this 6 hour period.
A deposit of 25% is payable on booking and the outstanding balance of the rental price must be received 2 months prior to your arrival date. For bookings made less than eight weeks before your arrival date the whole rental price falls payable at the time of booking. Please note that a separate 200 pounds refundable key/security deposit must be provided prior to arrival. This is rescinded 5 days after departure.
If you have any queries or require further information regarding this property please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sleeping Arrangements
1 x Kingsize double bed (5ft o r 1.52m wide) and sofabed in the lounge
Getting there
Enter these digital latitude & longitude into any mapping app to be taken to the door of the building the apt is in :- 55.946876 -3.197471
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 1km 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 Shandwick Place stop which is approx 1 km 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 Waverley Bridge approx 1 km from the apt 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.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
The property NO SMOKING throughout
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site.
Property is also known as
BooksterListing115236
Frequently asked questions
How close is 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle to the airport?
This apartment is 7.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle to the beach?
This apartment is 3.5 mi (23-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19 mi (52-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is 1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle to downtown Edinburgh?
This apartment is 0.6 mi away from Edinburgh.
1 bedroom + sofabed property with a fantastic view of Edinburgh Castle Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
10 - Excellent
11
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
8 - Good
2
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Denee P.
Jun 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very convenient. A little noisy but that is to be expected given the location in the Grassmarket. Would highly recommend for traveling couples.
Denee P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven M. P.
Apr 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond words
I absolutely loved the location, the bustling night life and great dining. Thats not even to mention the wonderful castle view and quick access to attractions. Be ready to climb lots of stairs and steep winding roads as you walk around the city. Bus and train is a decent hike away but its certainly walkable because we did nearly every day. Overall I loved it. The flat is nice and spacious for two and can fit a couple more really. Plenty of room to stay in and cook if you please but we found little time for that! The clothes washer worked fine but drying took some time to hang dry. Also we ended up having to buy washer soap. I'd buy the place and live there if I could.
Steven M. P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Connie B.
Sep 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun First Visit in Grassmarket
This was our first trip to Edinburgh. The flat was in a perfect location for walking around to explore the tourist sites and had an amazing view of the castle. The bed was comfortable, and over all the flat was a perfect size for us. This is a very busy, noisy, party area but was safe with lots of restaurants to chose from. With the bedroom door closed our sleep was not much disturbed. We would chose to stay here again.
Connie B.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
Jul 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location in Old Town
What a great experience we had here. Property manager Sacha was a gem to work with. Grass market area is vibrant and welcoming. So much fun to just walk around, and very safe. The best part about it was being able to sit by the window and just people watch with an amazing view of Edinburgh Castle in the background.
Michael G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Scott A.
Jul 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for two!
Would have given this apartment a 5 if there were only two of us staying. With 4 people we needed to use the pullout sofa in the living room. The living room located at the front of the apartment and being right on Grassmarket was noisy all night long with folks heading home from pubs and car and truck traffic. Also, there were no blackout window coverings. Otherwise, the location and accommodations were very nice.
Scott A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Philip W.
Jun 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Edinburgh 2023
Absolutely fantastic. Great location. Very nice interior. Helpful hosts. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Directly above Mary’s Milk Bar- what a plus!
Philip W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
James P., Little Falls, New Jersey
Jun 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Edinburgh
Property was exceptional - location was outstanding for taking in the sights of Edinburgh. Property manager very attentive.
James P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gary W.
May 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodations!
Best choice for our Holiday! Convenience, responsiveness, friendly, professional!. Highly recommended
Gary W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean L., CA
Feb 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
sunshine in Edinburgh
great location for walking and exploring the city plus ever changing views!!!
we enjoyed returning to the warm comfortable flat between our Edinburgh adventures.
Jean L.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Cindi M.
Oct 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Modern inside. Just as you see. Bedroom is quiet and serene. Grass market area a busy place at night so if you have a guest sleeping on sofa sleeper be aware you may need earplugs. Wonderful coffee shop just below. Overall a great experience. My only gripe was we only had 2 rolls of TP
Provided for 2 women for 1week. We both own VRBO properties in Hi and provide our guests with ample We siuggestef
This to the host. We don’t want to be saving napkins and searching for TP on our vacation! A second set of towels would have been nice too!
The host was responsive and met us at the door which was nice. All
In all, a lovely place and location
Cindi M.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle R.
Aug 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay.
The location was perfect. We were able to walk everywhere with ease. The place is exactly as it is pictured in the listing. Very clean. Would highly recommend to anyone wishing to stay in Edinburgh.
Michelle R.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Janis C.
Aug 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and suite
I had a wonderful stay at this lovely suite at a location walkable to everything. The management company was helpful and professional.
Janis C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Oleg D., Seattle
Jun 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This is a cozy and charming one bedroom apartment in the heart of Edinburgh. View from leaving room just amazing - right to the castle.
Hop off hop on bus has a stop right there which is convenient if you want to discover the city this way. Also, there is an Italian cafe “Piccolo” right next door from the apartment. Friendly staff and the best hot chocolate in the world made our stay even more enjoyable.