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Gorgeous Grassmarket Apartment! In quiet & secure courtyard in central Old Town

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Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 258 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Edinburgh

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from Grassmarket and 7 minutes by foot from Edinburgh Castle. .This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Royal Mile and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bow Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gorgeous Grassmarket Apartment! In quiet & secure courtyard in central Old Town

This stylish and contemporary, first floor apartment (up one flight of steps) for two guests is located in a secure, quiet, 200 year old Close on the vibrant and historic Grassmarket, and is just a few steps from all of Edinburgh's major attractions and transport links. The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are about 2 minutes walk from the apartment and Princes Street & Waverley Railway Station are only 10 minutes walk. It's basically the perfect location from which to step out, experience all the sights and discover your own Edinburgh!
A lovely and spacious apartment sleeping two guests in the bedroom in a luxurious King Size bed. Ideal for couples. The apartment is arranged on open plan so please note that the bedroom area is open to the living / dining area, separated by the wardrobe.
The bright open plan living/dining area and kitchen overlook the private courtyard of the Close. Fully fitted kitchen has everything you might need, including a dishwasher and washing machine. For drying clothes there is a drying rack for air drying. Large bathroom with bath and shower over the bath. Access to the apartment is via one flight of 17 steps.
Check-in is from 3pm & Check-out by 10am.

Licence number - EH-69550-P
EPC Rating - C / 71
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment offers books and a video library.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 624 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: No infants as no facilities to accommodate them.

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
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
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
Property Registration Number EH-69550-P

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Grassmarket Apartment Quiet Secure Courtyard Central

Gorgeous Grassmarket Quiet Secure Courtyard Central Old Town

Gorgeous Grassmarket Apartment Quiet Secure Courtyard Central

Gorgeous Grassmarket Quiet Secure Courtyard Central Old Town

Gorgeous Grassmarket Quiet Secure Courtyard Central

Gorgeous Grassmarket Apartment! In quiet & secure courtyard in central Old Town Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The 2nd floor courtyard apartment was comfortable, clean, well stocked with all essentials and is located in the smack dab center of everything you want to see and do. And it’s quiet and private. Loved it.Uber rides, when needed, were fast, like 2-3 minute pickups and under 10. Cabs are abundant too.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was perfect for our needs. Having a washing machine was great. The location is so close to everything yet quiet. We would definitely rent again and recommend it. Fiona was great communicating with us and check-in was easy. Thanks for everything Fiona.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was in a great location and was so cute
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susie V., Waldoboro Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
An extremely comfortable flat thoughtfully equipped and furnished. It was the perfect sanctuary in the middle of an extremely busy tourist area. Thanks Fiona for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zanny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy L., N/A

Liked: Cleanliness
Accurate photos. Perfect location. Well appointed. Extremely responsive host who went above and beyond to make our stay a pleasant experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location. Easy to walk to all the sights, restaurants and shopping on Royal Mile. Host is amazing!!!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This apartment is right in the middle of everything! You step outside and you are at the bottom of Victoria Street. Several Islander stores, Edinburgh castle, and many places to eat and shop. We started our days by making our own breakfast at our apartment. All pots, pans and utensils were provided, including milk and orange juice in the fridge from Fiona. Everything was clean and we felt very safe within the apartment as well as outside in Grassmarket.
Our apartment was at the bottom of Victoria Street! Everyone is so friendly here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Riverview

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Great host. Fantastic facility Thank you Fiona
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect in every aspect! Location was exactly where we wanted to be, with great access to all that Edinburgh has to offer. Restaurants and bars were plentiful and offered a variety of cuisines, certainly something for everyone’s taste buds!Fiona is the consummate host! Her apartment shows pride of ownership and a keen insight into what any traveler may need or want!We enjoyed the well stocked kitchen as we cooked dinner most nights.You will not regret renting this amazingly maintained and conveniently located apartment!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great location for seeing Edinburgh! There you are next to Grass market shops and restaurants,Victoria sheet and an easy walk to the castle and royal mile. Our host gave me fantastic walking directions from the train station avoiding the stairs and a steep climb with my suitcases. Easy! The proximity to groceries was fine. There are steps up to the apartment but not too bad. Security is great. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the sights of Edinburgh in this conveniently located apartment in a close behind Mussel and Steak ( which was a great place to eat by the way!) a superb location for exploring this super interesting city. This was a great pick for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanne C., Montreal, canada

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect stay

Very clean and extremely well furnished appartment. We wanted to move in permanently. Located on the Grassmarket next to Victoria street with th Royal Mile just around the corner. In a few words: perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this home. It is well located in Grass Market; close to all amenities and highlights. The hosts include lots of small items which are so important to your comfort; paper towels, sugar, laundry soap, etc. The home is clean and bed is comfy. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great location!

What a great location and lovely apartment! Everything we needed was included and we loved being able to walk to everything including dinner at Howie’s and Bertie’s, up the hill to the Royal Mile and the cemetery on the other side. The apartment was so well appointed that we needed nothing for quick meal prep and clean up even down to the body wash and a little olive oil and laundry pods! Thanks so much for a wonderful time in Edinburgh and we would definitely recommend to others.
This is literally steps from the apartment. So easy! Victoria Street
Living area was much more spacious than anticipated!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Royal P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible stay

You get exactly what you expect with this listing, which is a great thing. It’s easy to access, in a great location, cute as heck, and a lovely overall experience. You won’t regret staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

The location couldn’t be better. Apartment is thoughtfully put together and Fiona is a wonderful host.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaisheda K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from Home

Thank you all was great and location was perfect!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Edinburgh Visit to the Castle!!

Look no further if you want to stay in Edinburgh, Scotland!! This is a prime location for all things!! Many restaurants, shopping and historical sites! And this apartment is fantastic! We felt right at home! Thank you Fiona for all of your communication and helpful tips!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Property was clean and instructions were very clearly laid out and steps to get in and our were clear. Location was incredible with easy access to royal mile, shop, restaurants and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce n.

Liked: Cleanliness

First visit to Scotland

Fiona is an amazing host. Beautifully decorated apartment. Helpful visitors book. Location could not be better for being close to activities and sights but quiet enough to relax. Would love to stay again if life brings us back! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Location In Edinburgh

Clean and lovely, great host, perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin M., Bristow, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay!

Fiona's flat was the perfect location for us to explore Edinburgh during our time there. It's literally directly off the Grassmarket at the foot of Victoria Street - plenty of shops and restaurants. Easy walking distance to popular locations in Old and New Town. The flat was just as described and had all the amenities you'd need. While we didn't make use of the kitchen for cooking, having the kettle and french press available for coffee and tea was perfect. (Fiona, thank you for having tea bags, coffee and milk available for us, and for the delicious tea cakes as a treat!) If we are ever back in the area, we would rebook this flat with Fiona in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great apartment

Great apartment but the current woks in the building would deserve a discount
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tanya l., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

What a fantastic stay!

Personally we felt like the property was even more roomy than the pictures showed (often the reverse can be true). Everything was very clean and full of amenities. You walk right out onto the Grassmarket area and the start of Bow/Victoria St, so just a great location to explore. Tons of shops, restaurants, pubs right there, and good groceries are very close by as well. The host (Fiona) was very helpful and responsive. We'd highly recommend staying here! Thanks for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024