Edinburgh City Centre stay.At this Edinburgh City Centre apartment, you'll be well placed to visit Grassmarket and University of Edinburgh, both within a 5-minute walk. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within half a mile (1 km).
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 9 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
The Three Sisters - 2 min walk
Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - 2 min walk
Knoops - 3 min walk
Frankenstein - 1 min walk
Finnegan's Wake - 3 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.
Spacious Apartment in the Old Town
Summary: ✔ Stunning 3-bedroom flat near Royal Mile ✔ 1033ft2 /96m2 ✔ 3 bedroom ✔ 1 bathroom ✔ Well-equipped kitchen ✔ 7-minute walk to Royal Mile ✔ Very Fast (100–500 Mbps) WiFi Speed ✔ Next to National Museum of Scotland ✔ Edinburgh Waverley train station is a 10-minute walk away ✔ An extensive area guide is provided, and we are available 24/7 ✔ Essentials, linens, towels, and WiFi are provided
The Space: ⭐ 3 bedrooms — Each of the 3 bedrooms is furnished with a double-size bed and convenient desk space. Storage space for your belongings is also available. ⭐ 1 bathroom — The bathroom is fitted with a bathtub and an over-bath shower. ⭐ A comfy living room with a 4K flat-screen/smart TV ⭐ A fully equipped kitchen & dining area suitable for up to 8 guests ⭐ A desk space ⭐ Family friendly
Guest Access: ●Guests will have access to the entire apartment. ●The property is located on the first floor, and there is one flight of stairs to the property. ● There is 1 flight of stairs to the property.
Check-in Information: Guests are free to check in on their own with a self-check-in system.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 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 Neighborhood: This gorgeous property is located at the heart of the Old Town, abundant with cobble-stoned streets, historical buildings, great restaurants and bars full of exciting people. As well as being close to Edinburgh Castle, some of the city's best-known landmarks and popular tourist sites are nearby. Because of your position between Grassmarket and Cowgate Street, it is easy to reach the different landmarks and popular tourist sites such as Edinburgh Castle. The area is also conveniently close to famous streets for shopping or exploration, like Princes or George Street. Furthermore, you can sate your thirst for knowledge and art when staying at the apartment by taking a short walk to the various theatres, music halls, galleries, and museums, which can be found both in New and Old Town.
Getting Around: ● There is no free parking available at this property. Alternatively, there is paid parking nearby. ● A few steps away will take you to the nearest bus stop, Merchant Street. ● Edinburgh Waverley train station is a 10-minute walk away, and it will provide you with easy transport links across the city.
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 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.
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.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,033 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
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
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Spacious Apartment in the Old Town to the airport?
This apartment is 7.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Spacious Apartment in the Old Town have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Spacious Apartment in the Old Town to the beach?
This apartment is 3.4 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14.8 mi (38-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Spacious Apartment in the Old Town offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Spacious Apartment in the Old Town?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at Spacious Apartment in the Old Town?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Spacious Apartment in the Old Town?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Spacious Apartment in the Old Town have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Spacious Apartment in the Old Town have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Spacious Apartment in the Old Town to downtown Edinburgh?
This apartment is 0.4 mi away from Edinburgh.
Spacious Apartment in the Old Town Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karl Z.
Oct 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!! All positives! Walked everywhere and Hop on Hop off bus was just around the corner.
Karl Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Jacari H.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to say very centrally located in Edinburgh highly recommend
Jacari H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Dave A.
Sep 11, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
A bed base was completely broken on one side. Another room stunk of stale cigarettes. Pillows throughout the apartment were the thickness of a magazine! Kitchen, lounge and bathroom were clean and well stocked. There was no instructions to put the heating on. Fantastic location and close to everything.
Dave A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
2/10 Terrible
Harrie N.
Aug 20, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location but the service is nothing to speak of. We arrived late on Friday after an eight hour journey and went to bed after supper. Woke up the next morning to find out there are blood stains on the bed sheet and the duvet cover. The host refused to replace them without charging us. Terrible way to do business.
Excellent location, very close to Victoria Street, Greyfriars Bobby and the Royal Mile. Fully equipped kitchen and clean property. Comfortable pillows and bed. All rooms had hairdryer which was a plus, and also had free shampoo and shower gel. Excellent communication from host and easy check-in/check out
Kay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Danielle P.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment is okay. Not amazing not terrible. As the other reviews say, it's RIGHT in the city, surrounded by bars and restaurants, which is nice in someways but louder than most would probably want. One morning we woke to drunken chanting at 3am and puke on the front stairs when we came down. The light bulbs were burnt out in one of the bedrooms so that was not ideal. My biggest issue is the communication. I'd say 90% of the time you're talking to an automated message. The experience lacked human connection and we had trouble checking in and I messaged and called and no one answered. Luckily we did eventually figure out the code for the key box but where it's listed isn't where you think the information should be. Also just so you know bc they don't tell you, they don't take Amex even though the website will let you enter it. I got a weird email from some random address about 2 weeks before our stay telling me I hadn't paid my invoice. But it didn't reference any particular thing I didn't pay for, honestly I thought it was spam. So I messaged through the Vrbo app (which is where contact should be made) and ended up confirming that it was not paid, but what a hassle! So over all... it was just okay. Oh and also the shower pressure is horrible and the variation in temperature was either VERY hot or very cold so just watch out.
Danielle P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
Jun 29, 2025
Jason L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Janet C.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Central location. Good stay!
Overall stay was good! Check in instructions were easy and accurate. Communication with property management was excellent. The place was clean albeit had dated furniture and old carpeting and in an old building. The location was amazing - central to everything. We didn’t have forks… but we ate out mostly. As per other comments, it was loud at night due to the location of the surrounding nightlife. Would recommend for families who plan on staying for a short while/ need a place for the nights!
Janet C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Dorothy H.
Apr 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient but not comfortable.
The best aspect of this property was its convenient location-close to everything. The rooms were small and carpet needed replacing. We tried to get help working shower, but eventually fixed it ourselves.
Dorothy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for exploring downtown Edinburgh!
This was the perfect place for my mom, daughter and myself to explore downtown Edinburgh! Easy walking distance to everything, including the Royal Mile and Princes St. Although the room furnishings are a bit dated, everything was quite clean and we loved each having our own bedroom. The kitchen was well stocked with pans and cleaning supplies, as well as some tea and coffee. The living room has full TV channels and a nice set of board games. There is even a washing machine that we used once. We heard the bars at night as some mentioned, but this didn't bother us falling asleep. This apartment is right by the National Museum of Scotland and Greyfriars Bobby as well as several restaurants. Would definitely stay again!
Melissa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber D.
Oct 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great place to stay with lots to explore close by.
Amber D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marlene C.
Aug 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Marlene C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christina H.
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Overall was a great place to stay. It was clean and welcoming. The location was perfect as it was about a 10 minute walk to most everything in the area and Victoria Street is just a block away.
There are a couple bars around the apartment but as long as the windows are closed you really can’t hear the patrons outside and glad they have black out curtains as we were not prepared for sunset to be at 10:45 pm in the summer. lol
Would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves in Edinburgh again!
Christina H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy H.
Apr 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great property just steps from everything. Unit had everything needed for a family stay in Edinburgh. Central and walkable to all attractions.
Timothy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Matthew S.
Jan 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Walkable location from Edinburgh sites.
What I did not fully understand about the location is how it is kind of under an overpass near a busy bar hopping area. Which was not great for a family but worked out fine anyway!
Matthew S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul F.
Sep 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Particularly noteworthy is the great location of the apartment, you are in the middle of the action in a short time. Restaurants and sights are within walking distance. The apartment is a bit dated but is spacious and the beds were comfortable. We would definitely book again.