Title: Alva - City Centre Apartment Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31325069&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Alva - City Centre Apartment Georgian apartment in Edinburgh ## Photo gallery for Alva - City Centre Apartment ![Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Alva - City Centre Apartment (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31330000/31325100/31325069/90fc5f61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk - Alva - City Centre Apartment (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31330000/31325100/31325069/ef7396b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV - Alva - City Centre Apartment (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31330000/31325100/31325069/30926bca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Alva - City Centre Apartment (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31330000/31325100/31325069/ea54662c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Alva - City Centre Apartment (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31330000/31325100/31325069/e18a3426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Alva - City Centre Apartment provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 3 bedroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Alva - City Centre Apartment Georgian apartment in Edinburgh Laundry facilities and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free apartment building. The apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Guest accommodation at this apartment is accessible via exterior corridors and offers a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a shopping district - In the city centre ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Access via exterior corridors - Built in 1823 - Georgian architecture - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![2 Bed Apartment | Living area | 75-inch TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69806200/69806149/d0536e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### No1\. 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check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Optional extras - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: GBP 70 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Alva City Centre Apartment Edinburgh Alva City Centre Apartment Alva City Centre Edinburgh Alva City Centre Alva City Apartment Edinburgh Alva - City Centre Apartment Apartment Alva - City Centre Apartment Edinburgh Alva - City Centre Apartment Apartment Edinburgh ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.95073%2C-3.21002&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_P3H83NJRiHtlYc6K9uKIkdYphc=) 2 Alva Street Apartment, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 4QG #### What's nearby - Princes Street \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - George Street \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Princes Street Gardens \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Dean Village \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Edinburgh Castle \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 10 min walk - Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cairngorm Coffee Co West End - ‬1 min walk - ‪Zizzi - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Grosvenor - ‬2 min walk - ‪ASK Italian - ‬2 min walk - ‪Meh - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Alva - City Centre Apartment pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Alva - City Centre Apartment? ### What time is check-in at Alva - City Centre Apartment? ### What time is check-out at Alva - City Centre Apartment? ### Where is Alva - City Centre Apartment located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Alva - City Centre Apartment Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen, Aberdeen 10 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities This place is great for a big party who are staying in Edinburgh - incredible value for money and the communication between myself and the people dealing with the property was quick and easy! Highly recommend! ##### Ellen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort All we needed. Excellent location. Would recommend using this apartment ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location near restaurants and attractions. Beautiful apartment; clean and quiet. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey 2 Dec 2019 ##### Stacey Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Ann 13 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Julie Ann Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-Airport.h520429.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh.h15710648.Hotel-Information) > > [Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Macdonald-Holyrood-Hotel-And-Spa.h546065.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Edinburgh.h4198.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Edinburgh Carlton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hilton-Edinburgh-Carlton.h1648.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Marriott-Hotel.h873944.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-West-End.h19288210.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Cheval-Old-Town-Chambers.h6175181.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Edinburgh Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Novotel-Edinburgh-Park.h1781324.Hotel-Information) > > [Britannia Hotel Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Edinburgh.h4533.Hotel-Information) > > [Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Wilde-Apartments-By-Staycity-Grassmarket.h39822833.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h4270.Hotel-Information) > > [YOTEL Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-YOTEL-Edinburgh.h36667881.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Edinburgh.h3516.Hotel-Information) > > [The Balmoral Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h9339.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Edinburgh.h9131632.Hotel-Information) > > [Virgin Hotels Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Virgin-Hotels-Edinburgh.h74635444.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-City-Centre.h518686.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Apex-Grassmarket-Hotel.h62750.Hotel-Information) > > [BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-DogHouse-Edinburgh.h72942233.Hotel-Information) > > [Malmaison Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Malmaison-Edinburgh.h664615.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Hotel-Spa.h15554.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Moxy-Edinburgh-Fountainbridge.h64450784.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Edinburgh-Airport.h84014.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Edinburgh-City-Centre.h1088215.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Apex-Waterloo-Place-Hotel.h2278092.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ibis-Edinburgh-Centre-South-Bridge-Royal-Mile.h6793484.Hotel-Information) > > [Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fingal.h38753319.Hotel-Information) > > [The Scotsman Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Scotsman-Hotel.h570820.Hotel-Information)