Title: City Centre Escape with Private Garden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106862615&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # City Centre Escape with Private Garden Apartment with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Grassmarket ## Photo gallery for City Centre Escape with Private Garden ![Terrace/patio - City Centre Escape with Private Garden (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106862700/106862615/f2b90e05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle - City Centre Escape with Private Garden (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106862700/106862615/1ff6f3da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - City Centre Escape with Private Garden (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106862700/106862615/d1718736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - City Centre Escape with Private Garden (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106862700/106862615/15296acf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - City Centre Escape with Private Garden (Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106862700/106862615/c937ed7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Right next to the beautiful Meadows park, this home offers a charming retreat for couples, solo adventurers, and families. Unwind on the private patio with your morning coffee or take a short stroll to The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi £162 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 ## 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. ### City Centre Escape with Private Garden Our home is right next to the beautiful and expansive Meadows park and just short walk to all the major tourist attractions including The Royal Mile, The Castle and the buzzing Grass Market (where there are lots of pubs and clubs). The private patio is reached from French doors from the master bedroom and is ideal for that early morning coffee. Our place is great for couples, solo adventurers, and families (with kids) Set 600 metres to EICC and 700 metres to Edinburgh Castle. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### 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) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83810000/83809800/83809793/2740d008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edinburgh Castle Apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town! 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Edinburgh City Centre - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 130 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=76627060&PinnedHotelID=76627060&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 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. ## 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%7C55.94312%2C-3.20226&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0VcGrEf-7mrCEIKYFFOme5OFSE8=) Edinburgh #### What's nearby - Princes Street Gardens \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Grassmarket \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Edinburgh International Conference Centre \- 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Edinburgh Castle \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Princes Street \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 14 min walk - Haymarket Tram Station - 16 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cloisters - ‬1 min walk - ‪Beatnik - ‬1 min walk - ‪Cameo Picturehouse - ‬2 min walk - ‪La Viola Cafe Bistro - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Ventoux - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is City Centre Escape with Private Garden pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at City Centre Escape with Private Garden? ### How much is parking at City Centre Escape with Private Garden? ### What time is check-in at City Centre Escape with Private Garden? ### What time is check-out at City Centre Escape with Private Garden? ### Where is City Centre Escape with Private Garden located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## City Centre Escape with Private Garden Reviews 8.2 ### Very good 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) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot The place was clean and accurate to the description. We really enjoyed the neighborhood. It was close to old town, Grassmarket and the train station. If we come again to Edinburgh we will be looking this place up. ##### Michael M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim B. 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fringe visit Quiet, convenient, great breakfast nearby at The Treehouse cafe ##### Jim B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lara D. 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice apartment with everything we needed in a convenient location. ##### Lara D. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay H. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Edinburgh Location We had a wonderful time at this VRBO in Edinburgh. Joseph was very attentive and gave us great recommendations. Walking distance to everything you want to see. ##### Lindsay H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julio B. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Easy walk or short bus ride to all the great attractions in Edinburgh! ##### Julio B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### VERONIQUE D. 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Location Disliked: Communication Dark apartment, smells of damp, only one real bedroom. The arrival and departure instructions do not correspond to the accommodation. ##### VERONIQUE D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Katrina M. 5 Dec 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Disappointed When booking this apartment it was advertised as a four bedroom two bathroom When we arrived we discovered it was a one bedroom and box room with bed in it and sofa bed in living area, this was not really suited for us as four colleagues from work, the host came to visit us and When he seen that we were not that pleased he did offer full payment back if we wanted to find something more suitable, and told us that apartment had been wrongly advertised,,we were quite disappointed, but at this time of year we were in doubt if we would be able to get an apartment that would be appropriate for us, so we just had to make the apartment work ##### Katrina M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Birgitt H. 12 Mar 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Edinburgh im März Die Lage ist super. Alle Highlights von Edinburgh sind zu Fuß schnell zu erreichen. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter war sehr gut.Leider konnten wir nicht duschen ,da es ein Problem mit der Elektrik gab.Insgesamt ist die Wohnung alt und verwohnt .EDie Küche war nicht sauber.gabgab.gbDiWohnung ist insgesamt sehr verwohnt und hellhörig ##### Birgitt H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bradley W. 29 May 2025 ##### Bradley W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabel M. 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Isabel M. 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