Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre
We are delighted to offer this luxury self-catering holiday apartment situated in the heart of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile, close to St Giles Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle. It offers ideal holiday accommodation for a short break in the very heart of Edinburgh. The apartment is on the third floor, with large windows overlooking the pedestrian precinct area of the Royal Mile. The sittingroom has comfortable, built-in window seats, where guests can sit and watch the ever changing bustle of the Royal Mile below. The sitting / dining / kitchen area is open-plan. The comfortable sitting area has a digital television with Freeview, DVD player and a CD / radio with an iPod dock. The fully fitted and well equipped kitchen has a gas hob, electric oven, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, iron and microwave. There is a large dining table that can seat up to eight guests. Wireless Internet broadband is provided for use with your own laptop, tablet or smart phone. The sleeping accommodation comprises two bedrooms: one double to the rear of the apartment and one twin with secondary glazing to the front. The bathroom has a shower over the bath. The apartment is tastefully furnished with quality furniture that matches the attractive wood finish of the apartment. Full bedding and towels are provided. The property has full gas central heating. The owners provide a complimentary welcome basket containing fruit juice, coffee, tea, sugar, milk and biscuits.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Parking available
Fireplace
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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Edinburgh
Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 4 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Bella Italia - 1 min walk
Albanach - 1 min walk
Pret a Manger - 2 min walk
The Piper's Rest - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$673, 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.
How much is parking at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre located?
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, this family-friendly apartment building is steps away from City Chambers and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The flat was close to everything for us. Check in was super easy. we really enjoyed our stay. We know Edinburgh well and it was great to be staying on the Royasl mile again.
Excellent location. We spent hours sitting in the window seats, drinking nice coffee from the cafe along the road and watching street performers below, it was very entertaining. The flat is beautiful, lots of lovely old wood and very comfortable beds. We parked in the NCP carpark and walked the 10 minutes to the flat, easy as anything.
The flat was beautiful and comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen. The host was also communicative and provided plenty of information for setting the heat and using appliances. It was a great, cozy stay.
This flat had so much charm and felt welcoming from the moment we arrived. The location is absolutely ideal—right on the Royal Mile and a stone’s throw from everything. Being able to step outside and immediately explore the heart of the city made our stay incredibly special and convenient.After full days of sightseeing, it was a pleasure to return to such a comfortable and thoughtfully arranged space. The character of the flat added to the overall experience and truly made it feel like a home away from home.We had a wonderful stay and would happily recommend this property to anyone looking for an unforgettable city experience.
Can’t beat this location! Loved staying here while visiting Edinburgh. Clean, comfortable and family friendly flat. Great kitchen and comfortable beds.
Brilliant location, once you get up the stairs! Incredible view, spotless, great bedding. The rooms are quite lovely and even bigger and better in person. Communication and check in was incredibly easy. HIGHLY recommend!!
What an incredible location. The flat itself was immaculate - clean, gorgeous, and incredibly stylish. And it quite literally could not be in a better location. I couldn't believe how perfect it was for the price we got it at. We had an amazing time and the next time I'm in Edinburgh, I will seek out this spot specifically. Also, worth mentioning that our point person was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our trip. 10/10.
Spacious and well appointed apartment. Fantastic location being right on the Royal Mile and walking distance to just about everything! The owners communicated very well prior to and during our stay. I would highly recommend this rental and would stay here again without question. Also the views of the street to be able to watch all the activities was a plus!
Great stay! Loved the window seats for viewing activity on the Royal Mile. PRIME location. Great communication by owner and nice amenities with some perks provided (milk, OJ, Crisps). Plenty of towels and TP. No need to get anything and just enjoy the city
Jenny M.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Derek Gibb
Pillowstops is run my husband and wife team Catherine and Derek Gibb.
"As a family we have used self catering properties around the world for our own holidays and know how important it is to make sure that when you arrive you are not disappointed with your choice of holiday accommodation. The two main areas of disappointment that we have found are location and standard!
The apartments that we offer are situated in Edinburgh's no 1 historic tourist street being the Royal Mile and Grassmarket area. Our apartments are maintained and cleaned to a very high standard exactly as we would want to find ourselves when going on holiday.
We look forward to welcoming you to Edinburgh.
Why they chose this property
Brilliant location on Edinburgh`s number one tourist street. So much to see and do all on your door step. Main attractions all within walking distance and in fact you could walk to the seaside in about 60 minutes if reasonably fit otherwise take a bus in 30 minutes. Main train station Waverley is a 5 minute walk and the Bus station is a 10 minute walk. There many flats described as being on the Royal Mile which are not, this one is !
What makes this property unique
Location, Location, Location !
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests