Title: Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle 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 # Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle Apartment with kitchen, a short walk to Princes Street ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22737000/22736914/16c458af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22737000/22736914/2f1eb59d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22737000/22736914/95d892fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22737000/22736914/f35f7d4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22737000/22736914/a9b806ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A short walk from Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.2 Very good ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Free WiFi £287 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct ## 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. ### Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle This delightful 2 double bedroom apartment is available for rent in Grindlay Street, in the Old Town of Edinburgh and in the heart of the Edinburgh West End theatre land. The flat is a delightful short walk from Edinburgh Castle and High Street via the sweeping Castle Terrace. From there the other city attractions such as the National Museum, National Gallery and Hollyrood Palace are a pleasant stroll away. The apartment overlooks the Royal Lyceum Theatre and the Usher Hall and Traverse theatre are only 100m away. Princes’ Street and the vibrant Grassmarket, with it's lively bar and cafe culture are only 5 minutes walk. For business travellers, the EICC (Edinburgh International Conference Centre) is only 5 minutes walk away. The flat consists of 2 double bedrooms (one with en-suite bathroom), living room with dining table and chairs, separate fully fitted kitchen and shower room. There is a double sofabed in the lounge which along with the 2 bathrooms makes this flat ideal for up to 5 guests to stay. This is light and bright apartment, the ceilings are high in the traditional Edinburgh Old Town style. The fully fitted kitchen and dining table and 4 chairs enables guests to eat breakfast and other meals in the apartment if the guests wish but on the other hand the apartment is ideally located to make use of the great number of cafes, restaurants and bars in the Grassmarket and West End neighbourhoods. This flat is in an ideal location for visitors wishing to enjoy one of Europe's most beautiful cities. Guests should note that there is no lift/elevator in the building and the flat is on the 3rd floor, so there are 3 flights of stairs to be climbed to enter the flat. This should be considered prior to booking if guests have any mobility issues or expect to be travelling with large or heavy items of luggage. The flat is located in the city centre and there is a diner and a bar on the ground floor level of the building. Guests should expect some street noise in the evenings. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Car not required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - 72 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - 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 ### General - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92100000/92098800/92098732/c3a5a416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court Tollcross - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 443 reviews £122 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=92098732&PinnedHotelID=92098732&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35520000/35514200/35514145/77b95c10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence Old Town Edinburgh - 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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 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 This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Delightful Apartment 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Castle Delightful Old Town 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle Delightful 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Castle Delightful Apartment 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Castle Delightful Old Town 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle Delightful Apartment 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Castle Delightful Old Town 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle Delightful 5 Minutes Walk Royal Mile Castle ## About the area 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. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. 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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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Delightful-Old-Town-Apartment-5-Minutes-Walk-From-Royal-Mile-Edinburgh-Castle.h22736914.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Delightful Old Town Apartment 5 minutes walk from Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle located? > Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Usher Hall, Princes Street and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and George Street are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 13 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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