City center stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Leith Links and 2 miles (3 km) of Edinburgh Castle with a stay here. Royal Mile and Easter Road Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Princes Street - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Edinburgh Port - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 2 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 9 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Brass Monkey Leith - 4 min walk
Best Kebab House - 2 min walk
Harp & Castle - 2 min walk
Origano - 2 min walk
Artisan Coffee & Bakery - 2 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.
Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh
This bright, top floor flat with large private balcony will make the perfect home away from home while visiting Edinburgh. Situated in the middle of the vibrant Leith Walk, guests are within a short walk to a huge selection of bars, cafes, pubs, shops and international supermarkets.The space is newly decorated and fully equipped for your stay. With lots of natural light and house plants. The livingroom/kitchen leads onto a hallway with a cosy bathroom, and a big double bedroom. From the bedroom you will access the large private balcony, with rattan furniture and views across Edinburgh and Fife. The flat comes with a flat screen TV - Netflix included and an espresso machine.Guest will have access to the entire property during their stay.20 minutes walk to Princes Street and Waverly Station. Great access to public transport - Tram stop (Balfour Street) and bus stop two minutes walk away. 10 minute walk to the new Edinburgh Street Food Market.Pay and Display on-street parking Monday-Friday 8.30am-5.30pm. Free on-street parking at evenings and weekends QPark Omni is 15 minutes walk away and is £24 for 24 hours Professionally cleaned to Airbnb 5 step standards.Key-safe available for late or non-contact check-ins.Apartment on 4th floor - so there are a few stairs to climb for the view. We don't have a lift.
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
No pets 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
631223
Frequently asked questions
How close is Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh to the airport?
Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh is 10.1 mi (38-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh?
As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh on Jan 2, 2026 start from $443.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh.
Does Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh offer free breakfast?
Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh does not offer free breakfast.
What time is check-in at Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Does Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh have a pool?
Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh does not have a pool.
How close is Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh to downtown Edinburgh?
Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh is 0.9 mi away from Edinburgh.
Rooftop Retreat Edinburgh Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Nigel B.
Nov 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place tp stay and visit Edinburgh.
Nigel B.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rita C.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, lovely, accessible to transportation and ststored and restaurants; it was a quiet neighborhoo