Title: Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33584200/33584103/c5b57665.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33584200/33584103/6386ee1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33584200/33584103/d679cd0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33584200/33584103/8a5e92c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33584200/33584103/23b8de7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Edinburgh's literary scene, The Writers Pad is a haven for book lovers. This beautifully renovated apartment offers a comfortable lounge/dining area, well-equipped kitchen and two double bedrooms with flexible sleeping arrangements. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6689 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage The Writers Pad has been designed around Edinburgh's rich literary heritage. This New Town property has many a nod and a wink to the writers that have graced the city. This garden apartment offers a great place to stay close to the town centre and many local attractions and has undergone an extensive renovation in early 2014. The apartment itself contains two double bedrooms, a comfortable lounge/ dining area, bathroom with shower and a well equipped kitchen. There is a comfortable double bed in one bedroom while the other contains zip and link beds which make the sleeping arrangements a bit more versatile. In addition there is a sofa bed with a pocket sprung mattress in the lounge. The flat is a 10 minute walk from some of Edinburgh's most iconic landmarks including The Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle and St Andrews Square. The main shopping areas of Edinburgh are all within easy walking distance. Closer to the property there is the busy areas around Broughton Street and the top of Leith Walk with many great delicatessens and restaurants to tempt you after a day in town. The bars nearby the property offer a fantastic choice from the more traditional Edinburgh pub to some of the more modern bars. The property offers a great place to explore the city from while at the same time provides interest and comfort. Freeview TV, Blu-Ray DVD player, DAB radio and bluetooth speakers all add to the comfort of your stay. There is a collection of books with links to Edinburgh as well as a small DVD collection. There is parking available via pay meters on the street. These cost £2/hr between 8.30- 5.30 Mon to Fri. Parking out with these hours is free. If you're staying during the week and you plan to bring a car please let us know as there is a few suggestions we may be able to offer. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 689 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23140000/23135200/23135168/674994d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Welcoming, spacious, accessible, City Centre apt, with parking and wifi. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Central Writers Pad Drawing Literary Heritage Apartment Central Edinburgh Writers Pad Drawing Towns Literary Heritage Central Writers Pad Drawing Literary Heritage Apartment Central Edinburgh Writers Pad Drawing Towns Literary Heritage Central Writers Pad Drawing Literary Heritage ## 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%7C55.96038%2C-3.19496&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VfuC-s286RS4Yyv4il6tLtz5wDg=) Edinburgh, SCT #### What's nearby - George Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Princes Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Royal Mile - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Edinburgh Castle - 3 min drive - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 9 min walk - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cask & Barrel - ‬5 min walk - ‪Starbar - ‬5 min walk - ‪Di Giorgio Caffe & Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Cumberland Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ice Angels - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Central Edinburgh- The Writers Pad- drawing on the towns literary heritage located? > Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of St. Andrew Square, George Street and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 1 mile (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 16 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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