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2 Bedroom Royal Mile Apartment

In Edinburgh's Old Town, this two-bedroom apartment puts the Royal Mile and its landmarks within a short stroll, with a homely interior that reviewers repeatedly praise.

  • 10-minute walk to The Writers' Museum
  • 16-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
8.3 Great 196 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 196 reviews

About

2 Bedroom Royal Mile Apartment

A 56 m² two-bedroom apartment on New Street, in the thick of Edinburgh's Old Town. The Royal Mile is essentially on the doorstep, with The Writers' Museum a 10-minute stroll and Edinburgh Castle a 16-minute walk. The City of Edinburgh Council building is nearby.

Inside, it's a self-catering setup with a washing machine, ironing facilities, and a kitchen with an electric kettle and cookware. The living space has a flat-screen TV and parquet flooring, while the bedroom layout runs to a double, a king-size, and two single beds.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • No pets allowed
  • Sitting area
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Unbeatable Old Town location — The Royal Mile is right there, with The Writers' Museum a 10-minute walk and Edinburgh Castle 16 minutes on foot. Reviewers call it 'magnificent' and 'hard to beat'.
  • Homely, comfortable interior — Guests mention cosy beds, a well-kept, clean space, and a 'home away from home' feel – helped by the sitting area, parquet floor, and the guest's own kitchen.
  • Fully equipped for self-catering — A kitchen with kettle, cookware and utensils, plus a washing machine and ironing facilities, gets singled out by longer-stay guests who like to cook.
  • Responsive, helpful host — Several guests praise the host's communication and useful local advice, with one mentioning help with printing on an earlier stay.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Street-facing rooms can pick up noise — The apartment sits on a busy Old Town street, and while no review says it outright, the central location – close to pubs, shops and the action – carries the usual ambient noise of the Royal Mile area.
  • No dedicated parking — There's no on-site parking listed, and with the apartment in the Old Town, guests arriving by car will need to sort out public parking nearby.
  • Lowest value-for-money rating — At 8.2, Value scores under the rating for Rooms (8.6) and Service (8.7). Reviewers uniformly praise the location, but against the price, a few found it less of a steal.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • 2 Single beds,1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Essentials

  • Sitting area
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

Internet & Comfort

  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub

Policies

  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 196 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 196 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 196 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“Allowed an early check-in, and the location right by the shops was brilliant.”

8.3Verified guest

“The location is excellent, close to the centre and the station, with clean, well-kept rooms. The kitchen is fully equipped if you want to cook, and there's a spacious, comfortable living room.”

8.3Verified guest

“Comfortable and only minutes from Arthur's Seat. The setting was magnificent and hard to beat, just off the main sights like Mary's Close, the Edinburgh Dungeon, the museum, supermarkets, and the centre. The host made the stay great, with a nice interior and comfy beds.”

8.3Verified guest

“A peaceful break that exceeded expectations – a beautifully decorated apartment, comfortable beds, great shopping location, and an owner who knew their stuff. A proper alternative to a hotel.”

8.3Verified guest

“Excellent location, spacious and comfortable, with cosy beds for a good night's sleep. The host was lovely and communicated well. The apartment was warm, with communal space, comfy beds, and all the essentials – and the heating coped brilliantly with the cold, damp weather.”

8.3Verified guest

“Prime location close to the action, with pubs, supermarkets, and attractions like the Edinburgh Dungeon and a museum nearby. Met all our needs – already looking forward to coming back.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Royal Mile: The apartment sits right on the Royal Mile, the historic spine of the Old Town. You're a 10-minute stroll from The Writers' Museum and 16 from Edinburgh Castle, with the city's close-knit lanes and main sights – like Mary's Close and the Edinburgh Dungeon – within easy reach.

Getting Around: The railway station is within walking distance, and the city centre is close enough that most guests don't drive. With no on-site parking, arriving by rail or bus makes sense for most.

Food & Shopping: Guests mention supermarkets close by, handy for a self-catering stay. The Royal Mile itself is lined with shops, pubs and eateries, all moments from the apartment's door.

New Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8BH, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 16:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:59, and check-out is between 10:00 and 11:00.

Is the apartment near the railway station?

Yes, guests describe it as within walking distance of the railway station, and the city centre is close by too.

Does the apartment have a kitchen?

Yes, it's a self-catering apartment with a kitchen that includes an electric kettle, cookware and kitchen utensils, plus a washing machine and ironing facilities.

Is smoking allowed on site?

No, the property is non-smoking throughout.

Are pets allowed in the apartment?

No, pets are not allowed at this apartment.

How close is Edinburgh Castle?

Edinburgh Castle is about a 16-minute walk from the apartment, and The Writers' Museum is a 10-minute stroll.

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The bottom line

A well-rated, self-catering apartment for travellers who put location first. The Royal Mile, castle and station are all walkable, and the homely interior earns consistent praise – just be prepared for the bustle of the Old Town and to sort your own parking.

8.3For location-first travellers who want space and a kitchen in the heart of Edinburgh.

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