Title: Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town 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 # Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town Apartment with kitchen, steps from Grassmarket ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26921300/26921215/9334f27f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26921300/26921215/66844562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26921300/26921215/0019697c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26921300/26921215/87098bb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26921300/26921215/fad75df5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Edinburgh's historic heart, Castle View Apartment is a stylish base with direct views of the castle from your armchair. This comfortable city pad features a funky living area with Sony TV and Netflix, free WiFi, and soundbar to unwind after exploring The Grassmarket or Princes Street. 8.2 Very good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2539 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - 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. ### Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town Summary: ✔ Beautiful flat nicely nestled in the Edinburgh’s old town ✔ 1 bedroom ✔ 1 bathroom ✔ Well-equipped kitchen with all necessary appliances ✔ Balcony ✔ 6-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle ✔ 7-minute walk to Princes Street Gardens ✔ 8-minute walk to National Museum of Scotland ✔ 9-minute walk to St Giles' Cathedral: 9-minute walk ✔ 3-minute walk to West Port bus stop ✔ An extensive area guide is provided, and we are available 24/7 ✔ Essentials, linens, towels, and WiFi are provided The Space: ⭐ 1 bedroom — the bedroom is complete with a double bed ⭐ 1 bathroom ⭐ A comfy living room with a flat-screen TV ⭐ A fully equipped kitchen & dining area suitable for up to 2 guests ⭐ Balcony at your disposal ⭐ Family friendly Guest Access: ● Guests will have access to the entire apartment. ● The property is on the second floor, and there is no lift available. ● There are two flights of stairs (22 stairs) to the property. Check-in Information: Guests are free to check in on their own with a self-check-in system. The Neighborhood: Edinburgh’s old town is a culturally vibrant area where each corner and nook has a story to tell. You will be able to visit some of the most famous sights and tick them off your bucket list! A wide selection of delicious restaurants, fabulous bars, and fashionable shops can be reached within walking distance from the flat. You can enjoy a pleasant stroll with your favourite people in Princes Street Gardens, home to several public monuments and memorials Getting Around: ● There is no free parking available at the property. However, there are paid parking options nearby. ● The nearest bus stop to the property is West Port, and it is a short 3-minute walk. ● The closest train station is Edinburgh Waverley Train Station, which is a short 14-minute walk. ✈ Nearest airport Edinburgh Airport: 24-minute drive Other Things to Note: ∗Please note the property is fitted with a noise-detection device. ∗Please note that JOIVY is not responsible or liable for any lost, misplaced or stolen items during guest stays. ⚡ In light of the current situation, we kindly ask our guests to consume electricity and gas mindfully. Please note we will add an additional charge for excessive energy usage. ∗Please note that а refundable damage deposit of £250 is mandatory and should be paid via card and before check-in. We inspect the property after you check out; if there is no damage, we refund the deposit within 2 days via bank transfer. Interaction with Guests: JOIVY will be in touch to assist you with many extra services, such as airport transfers, in-stay cleans, and childcare equipment. If you have any questions before or during your stay, we’re here for you 24/7. This home is managed by JOIVY. We’re proud to host our guests in a wide selection of top-quality properties across Europe. JOIVY is pleased to offer hotel-standard hospitality services and provide hotel-quality linens, towels, bathroom essentials, and professional cleaning services. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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) ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 539 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 - 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There are, however, a few points we p... ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Note from host: The property is not suitable for infants and ch... ### 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 This property accepts cash 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 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. ### Property is also known as Stylish Castle View Apartment One Bedroom Apartment Sleeps 2 Stylish Castle View One Bedroom Sleeps 2 Edinburgh Stylish Castle View One Bedroom Sleeps 2 Stylish Castle View Apartment Edinburgh Stylish Castle View Edinburgh Stylish Castle View Apartment Stylish Castle View Apartment Edinburgh Edinburgh Stylish Castle View Apartment Apartment Apartment Stylish Castle View Apartment Stylish Castle View Apartment One Bedroom Apartment Sleeps 2 Stylish Castle View Edinburgh Apartment Stylish Apartment Edinburgh Stylish Castle View Apartment Apartment Stylish Castle View Apartment Edinburgh Stylish Castle View Apartment Apartment Edinburgh 6633b8b62f016200103076d6 ## 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%7C55.94661%2C-3.19937&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7i2xtwiLBbTVX6yOlsJrqRwPfxo=) Edinburgh, Scotland #### What's nearby - Grassmarket - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Princes Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Royal Mile - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop - 13 min walk - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk - ‪Beehive Inn - ‬3 min walk - ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Fiddler's Arms - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town located? > Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 16 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town 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) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony M. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great location and comfortable for the two of us. ##### Tony M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine R. 19 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location, location! This flat is perfectly located central to everything you could desire in Edinburgh. The location really could not be better as you quite literally sit in the shadow of the castle. Checking in and out also couldn’t be easier. ##### Christine R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy R. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient Nice location, comfortable apartment. Be aware not handicap accessible ##### Cathy R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis K. 13 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING Was absolutely perfect in every way, wish I could have stayed longer. I have already recommended it to my all my friends. Thank you! ##### Alexis K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Brian S. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Broken key ruins stay When we arrived the key broke off in the deadbolt. When we called the contact we were told we would have to find a locksmith and pay bill. After 3 hours of dealing with locksmiths and one cancelling after waiting an hour the bill ended up being over $700 to drill and replace the deadbolt. First, I shouldn’t have been responsible for a worn out key. Second, the management company should have numbers of locksmiths so someone from another country on holiday doesn’t get taken advantage of. The bed was small, the loveseat is coming apart. The kitchen, heating and location were very nice. Not sure two full size adults can fit into the full size bed. ##### Brian S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Anne C. 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Never Again Photographs on the website can be surprisingly misleading, the apartment smelled of damp as soon as we walked through the door, great location, brilliant views, but it all ends there. The furniture looked like it had been bought from a car boot sale, nothing matched, see pictures for evidence of neglect, for the price paid, this apartment was a disgrace. The fridge did not work, the cooker was lodged between a drawer that would not open properly, the heaters were held together with masking tape for gods sake, the bathroom was damp and smelled of mould, one of the two dining chairs had a leg that was bent, and could not be sat on, paint was peeling off the walls, the curtains were not hanging properly, the bedside tables were both splintered, the furniture was extremely uncomfortable, we ended up trying to stay away from the place for as long as we could throughout each day. We will be taking this to social media with an article published through our magazine if a refund is not forthcoming. Extremely disappointing is not strong enough. And, we believe the host gets to review us, my god, absolutely absurd. ![Sofa with scratch marks and holes covered up by a rug](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ae547cd1-7091-460a-9648-1a73ed5dd9fa-1750725737093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Sofa with scratch marks and holes covered up by a rug](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2ab3d74b-9894-44b9-ba57-ec053430acbc-1750725736984.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7e0736cb-fcc6-4725-b9de-f8d9d6aa8e1a-1750725737046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Paint peeling from walls](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/869e8db8-89a8-4a23-9155-6558e3236f79-1750725736985.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anne C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication my second time staying at the same apartment. I like the view, location n and safety ##### Jacqueline Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynn W. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Location, listing accuracy #### City center Loud obnoxious drunks keep you awake well into the morning hours from the bar across the street. You are provided one towel and one hand towel with no wash clothes. There are no instructions for appliances that are unlike appliances we are used to. Not great communication. Worn out furniture. The castle view is phenomenal, convenient walking to all sightseeing attractions and shopping but the comfort level is very low for the price paid. I would not recommend this place. ##### Lynn W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff V. 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location! Easy to walk to all of the sights. Loved the view of the castle from the apartment. We loved our stay in Edinburgh! ##### Jeff V. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Cindy H. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quirky apartment with great location My spouse and I stayed four nights in this apartment. The positives are that it is in a great location with access to pubs, cafes, grocery store and attractions. It also had a spectacular view of the castle and we felt like a local staying there. Also even though it is on a busier street it was fairly quiet. The challenges are that the checkin process was not well communicated, couch and curtains were very worn, Netflix on tv was not working and the fridge stopped working completely. Also the pictures of apartment do not show the front entrance of building. It has a barred security gate and large rubbish bins. There was also a lot of quirky instructions on how to operate items such as water heater was on a timer. ##### Cindy H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen V. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Location was perfect for the Fringe Festival, dining and bars. Property was clean but tired, furnishings torn and a bit ragged. Communication with company was fine. ##### Karen V. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne A. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### As Advertised The bathroom and overall space is excellent. It makes all the difference when you are travelling to be able to relax, and after climbing all the stairs the apartment is worth it. Great view, lovely easy open skylights, and that tub. Heaven. ##### Yvonne A. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josie M. 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a find! Everything about this stay was amazing. The location of the apartment to the station and all the hubbub of Edinburgh was perfect. Directions and online communication was fantastic - didn’t stress at all. The view from our front door (Edinburgh castle) was breathtaking. The whole flat was so clean and tidy and had everything we needed for the two nights we stayed. Would definitely book again. Couldn’t find a fault (well maybe shower pressure but that was only an issue for me when washing my hair!) Look forward to booking again when we next visit ##### Josie M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah R. 29 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Boutique apartment in a great location Rented this place for 4 nights during the Fringe Festival. The apartment is in an older block just near Grassmarket area and with great views of the Castle. Check in process was easy. Bed was very comfortable and apartment was clean. However the place could do with a bit of a refurb with decorating...and a maintenance issue had to be reported in the kitchen. I couldn't get the TV to play normal TV channels ..just apps like Netflix & YouTube. Small supermarket for provisions just a few minutes walk away and nice cafe across the road. Ideal location for a stay in the Old Town for single traveller or couple. ##### Sarah R. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry S. 16 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little flat - great view and 5 mins from everything We loved the location of the flat just a few minutes from lively Grassmarket and 5 mins on to the Royal Mile. Ideal. The view from the window is just as advertised. The looming view of the castle is awesome. Happy to recommend both the flat and the company as the arrangements were really smooth. ##### Barry S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate C. 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location ##### Kate C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024