✔ Delightful & picturesque flat with a desirable location - the Old Town
✔ 656 ft2 | 61 m2
✔ 2 bedrooms
✔ 1 bathroom
✔ The kitchen offers all the necessary appliances
✔ Conveniently close to the Edinburgh Castle
✔ St Giles' Cathedral is just a 5-minute walk
✔ 7-minute walk will take you to the National Museum of Scotland
✔ 9-minute walk to Princes Street Gardens
✔ 11-minute walk to Edinburgh Waverley train station
The Space:
⭐ 2 bedrooms
— first bedroom is fitted with a king-size bed
— second bedroom is complete with two single beds
⭐ 1 bathroom
⭐ A comfy living area with a flat-screen TV
⭐ A fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials
⭐ Dining area suitable for up to 4 guests
⭐ Family friendly
⭐ An extensive area guide is provided, and we are available 24/7
⭐ Essentials, linens, towels, and WiFi are provided
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Guest Access:
● Guests will have access to the entire apartment.
● The property is on the fourth floor, and there is no lift available.
● There are four flights 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:
Welcome to the Old Town, the most famous and oldest part of the city known for its historical buildings and picturesque narrow streets. The apartment is located right next to the iconic Edinburgh Castle, just a short walk from the best city’s bars and restaurants.
Some of the most famous sights are within walking distance from the property, such as the Scottish National Gallery, St Giles' Cathedral, and National Museum of Scotland—so make sure to set aside enough time to explore each one.
If you are passionate about shopping, visit the prime destination for retail therapy: George Street. You can also visit Princes Street or the St James Quarter Mall, where major department stores, fashion shops, and cafes are nearby.
Getting Around:
● There is no free parking available at this property.
● The nearest bus stop is Victoria Street, a 4-minute walk.
● An 11-minute walk will take you to Edinburgh Waverley train station.
✈ Nearest airport:
24-minute drive to Edinburgh Airport
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.
∗Pets are welcome, but please let us know in advance. An extra charge of £50 pet fee will be added.
∗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.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number EH-70205-F
Frequently asked questions
Is Prime Location Apartment in Edinburgh Old Town pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Prime Location Apartment in Edinburgh Old Town?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prime Location Apartment in Edinburgh Old Town on 29 June 2026 start from AU$819, including 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.
What time is check-in at Prime Location Apartment in Edinburgh Old Town?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prime Location Apartment in Edinburgh Old Town?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Prime Location Apartment in Edinburgh Old Town located?
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 12 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nice comfortable place right next to the castle. You could not ask for a better location.
Karl Eric S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Dear Karl,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the apartment comfortable and enjoyed the fantastic location right next to the castle. Being so close to such an iconic landmark really does make for a special stay, and we’re glad it added to your experience.
It was a pleasure to host you, and we truly appreciate you choosing our property for your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back again for another memorable stay in the future.
Best Regards,
Joivy Team
Lovely apt with great views and extremely convenient to the Royal Mile and Old Town.
Rich S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Dear Richard,
Thank you sincerely for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the lovely apartment, its stunning views, and the exceptional convenience of being so close to the Royal Mile and Old Town.
It was truly a pleasure to host you, and we would be honored to welcome you back for another memorable stay whenever your travels bring you this way again.
Best Regards,
Joivy Team
The apartment location was as close to Edinburgh castle as you can get, with restaurants and shops all within easy walking distance. The rooms and the view were beautiful. The only difficulty was getting up the stairs to the apartment with our luggage, but it was worth the stairs for the views.
Dear Camie,
Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and had a pleasant stay. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Kind regards,
Joivy Team
Perfect location for exploring Edinburgh. The stairs are not for the faint of heart:) but very doable and the flat fit our needs just fine!
Linda D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Dear Linda,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're glad to hear the flat was a good fit for your stay and that you made the most of the central location. The stairs certainly add a bit of character – and perhaps a little exercise – to the experience!
We hope to host you again on your next visit to Edinburgh.
Best regards,
Joivy Team
Great apartment in a fabulous location. Very comfortable and well-stocked. Amazing views. Only suitable for people able to climb stairs. Would visit again for sure!
Missy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kerri S.
27 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great Location
Great location and the space was perfect for the four of us. Very close to the castle but not too far from groceries, restaurants or transit.
Epic view of Edinburgh castle…was worth the 102 steps up the stairs to the room. Could use additional hand rail on wall side of spiral staircase. Very cool older building. The wind whistled up there…beautiful views.
Jenny F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2025
Dear Jenny,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the views of the apartment and appreciated the charm of the building. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the staircase.
We hope to welcome you back!
Warm regards,
JOIVY Team
This location and its views are incredible! We were thrilled to be directly next to the castle and Old Town. The only drawback is that there are 4 flights of winding steps up to the apartment, which is stated clearly in the desciption; however, it is quite a lot. We would definitely stay here again!
Jessica
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from Cozy Apt near Edinburgh Castle on 8 July 2025
Dear Jessica,
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted you enjoyed the stunning location and views—being so close to the castle is truly special. We appreciate your understanding about the stairs (they do keep us fit!) and are thrilled you'd choose to stay with us again.
Warm regards,
Joivy Team
Location is great. View of castle beautiful. Nice layout and comfortable beds. Kitchen had most of what we needed. No great coffee maker. Directions to the address should be a little clearer.And lots and lots of stairs - so not great for all. Overall, a very nice place and would highly recommend.
Well appointed apartment, close to the train station and well equipped. A little noisy at night from foot traffic and no views but comfortable and we were able to walk everywhere without issue.
Christina S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Dear Christina,
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the convenience and comfort of the apartment. We appreciate your comments and are pleased the location allowed for easy access around the city. It would be a pleasure to welcome you again.
Best regards,
Joivy Team
We had a lovely stay and the apartment was great. The stairs up are not for the faint of heart but my 80 year old mother could do them without issue. Loved the location and would definitely stay there again.
The property is very nice. Wi-Fi worked well. Fantastic location. Those 4 flights of stairs are no joke though! The check-in/boarding pass is confusing and difficult to maneuver. Liked the info it gives, just a pain to have to get to all of the time.The beds were comfortable. Lots of towels and good bedding.
Fantastic apartment overlooking the Castle in Edinburgh Well appointed, nice beds, tremendous view. Be warned 103 steps on a spiral staircase. Well worth the view
Scott C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2025
Dear Scott,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the apartment’s comfort and its breathtaking view of Edinburgh Castle. We’re especially pleased to know that the beds provided you with a restful stay.
We truly appreciate you mentioning the spiral staircase, as it gives future guests a helpful heads-up, though we agree—it’s certainly worth the climb for that stunning view!
We hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable stay.
Best regards,
Joivy Team
This is a fantastic flat in a great part of old town Edinburgh. You can't beat its proximity to the castle and Grassmarket. The beds are very comfortable the kitchen is small, but complete and the views are excellent. The only downside is that the flat is on the top floor with no lift. It's not suitable if you have a lot of heavy luggage. If you're going to stay here, pack light.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thank you, Sandro, for your wonderful feedback
We're thrilled you enjoyed the fantastic location and comfortable beds.
We appreciate your insights and hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay! Safe travels!
Best Regards,
Joivy Team
The apartment was amazing. The location was beyond amazing as we were on the 5th floor and were right next to the castle and could view the castle right from our windows. The castle night lighting was great. We could walk to 100 shops, bars and restaurants. We parked 1/4 mile down the road (after we dropped off our luggage) and we walked to everything that we needed. Highly recommend and I would 100% stay here again when I visit the city again.
Larry F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Dear Lawrence,
We sincerely appreciate your kind words and are thrilled you enjoyed the exceptional setting and breathtaking views of the castle from your apartment. It’s wonderful to hear that the proximity to shops, dining, and entertainment added to your experience, and that you found the parking arrangement convenient.
Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we eagerly await the opportunity to host you again on your future visits.
Best regards,
Joivy Team
Excellent property, perfectly located with an amazing view of the castle. Make sure you get the email ahead of time with the information request, it will make check in easier. Would stay here again. The stairs can be a deterrent for people with knee or weight issues. I would not recommend if you are not able to climb five flights of tight winding stairs with luggage. It was perfect for our group.
John R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Dear John,
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the property, the fantastic location, and the stunning view of the castle. We're also glad it suited your group well.
We appreciate your note about the stairs—while the layout is clearly described in the listing, we understand it may not be ideal for everyone. Your feedback is valuable in helping future guests make informed decisions.
We’d be happy to host you again whenever your travels bring you back.
Best regards,
Joivy Team
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were not familiar with Edinburgh before booking - but could not have asked for a better location or property quality. We were literally located next to Edinburgh Castle at the top of the Royal Mile. We were able to walk EVERYWHERE we wanted to see, even to the train station and back. Unit was amazing, communication stellar. Just an incredible stay. Thank you so much for really making our first time in Scotland memorable.
Amazing views, especially of Edinburgh Castle. Nice and comfortable apartment. It has everything we needed to live in the heart of Edinburgh. As stated in description, be prepared for the four flights of stairs. But the views are worth it!
Amazing location. Comfortable interior. Difficult entryway - but included forewarning about the stairs. Missing some essentials like extra trash bags, dish soap - yet requested the guest to handle trash and dishes before checkout. Towel warmer/dryer only worked on the bottom few rungs. Floor lamp in living room non-functional. Overall really great, with some minor fixes possible.
Jeremiah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thank you, Jeremiah, for your thoughtful feedback!
We are glad you enjoyed the location and comfort of our property and appreciate your insights on the entryway and amenities, and I’ll work on those minor fixes. We’d love to welcome you back soon!
Best Regards,
Joivy Team
You cannot beat this location. It's just amazing and view of the castle is stunning. People that want to stay need to be prepared for a very difficult climb up a winding staircase to the fourth floor not to mention the initial flight of steps to the building door. If you have a lot of luggage, little kids or a medical condition it's probably something you need to consider. Other than the stairs, the place is amazing!!
Apartment was really clean, had all that we needed for our 5 day stay. Location was fantastic, right near the castle at the top of the Royal Mile. Other than the stairs to get up to the apartment was easy to go anywhere. Now about the stairs...they were no joke....we knew about them and were ready for them on arrival but if you are not fairly fit you may have to pause two or three times going up.
other than the stairs
Patti S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Adam S.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
We were supposed to stay for several nights (parents and 2 young children) but decided to leave shortly after arriving because there is a serious mold situation in the bathroom. Additionally, because it was warm in the apartment with no air conditioning, we had to open the windows and then lots of flies and bees swarmed into the apartment. We were aware of the issue with there being lots of stairs, so that didn’t bother me, although the state of the stairwell is dark and scary and leaves a terrible impression.