This elegantly presented apartment features a bright, double-aspect living and dining area with stunning castle views. The iconic front windows overlook the legendary Elephant House café—the very place where J.K. Rowling penned the early Harry Potter stories!
Bedrooms: The spacious main bedroom faces Candlemaker Row and features a very comfortable double bed with ample furnishings. The second bedroom, though more compact, offers a full-sized double bed for ultimate comfort.
Kitchen & Bathroom: Modern kitchen, fully equipped with cooker, fridge/freezer, and washing machine/dryer combination. Contemporary bathroom with over-bath shower. Interiors: Beautiful maple hardwood floors throughout the entire apartment add warmth and character.
Enjoy your stay!
Note: The apartment's prime Old Town location means street noise is part of the authentic Edinburgh experience, especially during evenings and weekends.
Guests will have access to the entire home!
We are GuestReady, a property manager, and we want to ensure your stay will be as smooth and comfortable as possible. We are available 24/7 should you need any assistance during your stay. Kindly note that this is a personal home so please take good care of it as if it was your own.
The Grassmarket - and the whole of the Old Town itself - is absolutely teaming with a wonderful choice of every kind of restaurant, pub and cafe - you will never be spoiled for choice. The shopping choice could not be more interesting either - in the Old Town itself or only about 10/12 minutes walk from the world famous Princes Street with its wonderful mix of shops, attractions, galleriesand museums. A wide choice of buses is within a couple of minutes walk from the apartment.
AIRPORT LINK - runs from Waverley Bridge (beside train station) every 10 mins during daytime and 30 mins during night. Journey time 30 minutues.
CAR PARKING - due to the central location of the apartment there is no private parking. However, around the corner are on-street pay and display parking meters. For longer term parking NCP car park is 10 minutes walk away.
TRAIN Approx 10 minutes walk to Waverley Train Station and Edinburgh Tram line on Princes Street.
BUS - approx 15 minutes walk to St Andrews Bus Station. Local bus service takes you to the many fascinating sites - download the App called 'Transport for Edinburgh' which an excellent guide to all different areas of the City
Internet connection - Superfast fiber (100 Mbps) - Great for business travellers.
Please note we do charge a £30 late check in fee between 10PM and 12AM and £50 between 12AM and 7AM. If you require additional cleans/ linens during your stay for a fee, please contact us.
Also note that we charge £50 for each set of lost keys (security keys may cost more). For security purposes, there may be an additional cost to replace the locks. So, please keep your keys safe :) There is a zero-tolerance policy for smoking in the property. If our team discovers any evidence that this rule has been breached (e.g., smoke smell, ashes, butts, etc.) we fully reserve the right to charge a £300 smoking fee, at minimum.Please also note we do not allow parties, large gatherings, loud noises, or outside guests. Should we receive sufficient evidence of such activity we reserve the right to cancel your stay (without refund) and may involve a security team to evict you. Any associated cost will be charged to you via your security deposit. Local authorities may also be present (if required).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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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
Property Registration Number EH-69425-F
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
Edinburgh
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the mountains. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Greyfriars Bobby's Bar - 1 min walk
Frankenstein - 1 min walk
Knoops - 3 min walk
Bertie’s - 2 min walk
Finnegan's Wake - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is GuestReady - Historic 2BR in Old Town pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at GuestReady - Historic 2BR in Old Town?
As of 27 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GuestReady - Historic 2BR in Old Town on 15 Jul 2026 start from £393, including taxes and fees. 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 for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at GuestReady - Historic 2BR in Old Town?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at GuestReady - Historic 2BR in Old Town?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is GuestReady - Historic 2BR in Old Town located?
Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from Greyfriar's Bobby and Grassmarket. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi William, it was a pleasure having you stay with us. We are overjoyed that the unit met all of your needs. We hope you enjoyed your visit in town and that the services were equally as good. All things considered, we look forward to seeing you again!
Very cosy apartment in the heart of Edinburgh’s old town.
Very cosy apartment in the heart of Edinburgh’s old town.
Claire H.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
Dear Claire,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that you found our apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's old town to be very cosy.
At GuestReady, we strive to provide our guests with a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and we are delighted that we were able to exceed your expectations in terms of location, value for money, communication, facilities, accuracy, check-in, and cleanliness. Your positive review encourages us to continue delivering the best possible experiences to our guests.
Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing our apartment. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire H.
15 Jul 2023
Very cosy apartment in the heart of Edinburgh’s old town.
Very cosy apartment in the heart of Edinburgh’s old town.
Claire H.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Dear Claire,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that you found our apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's old town to be very cosy.
At GuestReady, we strive to provide our guests with a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and we are delighted that we were able to exceed your expectations in terms of location, value for money, communication, facilities, accuracy, check-in, and cleanliness. Your positive review encourages us to continue delivering the best possible experiences to our guests.
Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing our apartment. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lovisa W.
20 Nov 2024
Bring warm clothes and pyjamas.
Bring warm clothes and pyjamas.
Lovisa W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David F.
19 Jan 2024
Clean, comfortable, well-equipped apartment with great views and an excellent location in the Old To
Clean, comfortable, well-equipped apartment with great views and an excellent location in the Old Town, walking distance to all sorts of attractions. Pricey, but worth it.
Close to tons of restaurants and pubs. Dual window in bedroom facing the street blocked out noise shockingly well. Very creaky floor as it’s an older property. Hard for friends who woke at different times and wanted to try to stay quiet.
Lindsay B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Michaela H.
1 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great location, BAD check-in process. Property manager failed to provide us check-in details until I had to Google their number to call and ask them to send me the info. No info was found on their VRBO listing. They said they emailed me with details - the email in fact did not come with check-in details. Pretty stressful to deal with when you first enter into a new country. Once checked in, we did not hear from the property manager again. Otherwise, great location and a good accommodation.
Michaela H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marsha E.
26 Jun 2024
Perfect Location
Probably the most interesting thing is the view out the back of the cemetery and walls of Greyfriars Kirk. Out the front are shops and bars to the left and the church and museum to the right. Best meal of our entire trip was in the restaurant Under the Stairs across the street - duck lasagna. Grocery store is a short walk. The hop-a-bus around the city is just down the street - very much recommend it. In other words, it's a perfect location. It looks far away on the map, but the castle and Royal Mile are just up the stairs. The apartment is well laid out and while small it is not cluttered nor crowded. We did well with two couples even sharing the bathroom. I have recommend it to a friend who is traveling to Edinburgh in a few weeks.
Probably the most interesting thing is the view out the back of the cemetery and walls of Greyfriars Kirk. Out the front are shops and bars to the left and the church and museum to the right. Best meal of our entire trip was in the restaurant Under the Stairs across the street - duck lasagna. Grocery store is a short walk. The hop-a-bus around the city is just down the street - very much recommend it. In other words, it's a perfect location. It looks far away on the map, but the castle and Royal Mile are just up the stairs. The apartment is well laid out and while small it is not cluttered nor crowded. We did well with two couples even sharing the bathroom. I have recommend it to a friend who is traveling to Edinburgh in a few weeks.
Marsha E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Terese S.
19 Jan 2024
We spent an hour standing outside the place in the rain trying to get the Guestready people to tell
We spent an hour standing outside the place in the rain trying to get the Guestready people to tell us where the key was. I uploaded all the proper information the day before. Both UK and French administrations insisted on having the documents a second time before they would tell me where the key was hidden. I would very much have appreciated not only better organization but also an earlier checkin, or a way to communicate with someone other than struggling with cconnectivity, wait times on the telephone and ineptitude with regard to the administration. It was appalling.
Terese S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carly S.
30 May 2024
Perfect location
A great place to stay if you like the restaurant scene. Can be somewhat loud at night but the noise doesn’t bother me. It’s to be expected for the location! Clean place, new shower and tub (very nice). Walking distance to see great views of the castle.
A great place to stay if you like the restaurant scene. Can be somewhat loud at night but the noise doesn’t bother me. It’s to be expected for the location! Clean place, new shower and tub (very nice). Walking distance to see great views of the castle.
Carly S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
marie c.
6 May 2024
Appartement parfaitement localisé pour visiter Edimbourg, conforme à la description. Très bonne lite
Appartement parfaitement localisé pour visiter Edimbourg, conforme à la description. Très bonne literie. La chambre située côté rue est un peu bruyante mais c'est supportable ; l'appartement étant en plein centre, il est normal d'avoir un peu de bruit. La chambre côté cimetière est par contre très calme. Nous recommandons vivement cette location, nous y avons passé une très belle semaine.
marie c.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Juergen K.
19 Jan 2024
Super gelgen Mitten in der Altstadt.
Super gelgen Mitten in der Altstadt.
Juergen K.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
Hi Juergen! Thank you for choosing our property for your recent stay in the city. We appreciate your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
Once again, thank you for your feedback; we hope to see you soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
William L.
19 Jan 2024
Excellent location and property
Excellent location and property
William L.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
Hi William, it was a pleasure having you stay with us. We are overjoyed that the unit met all of your needs. We hope you enjoyed your visit in town and that the services were equally as good. All things considered, we look forward to seeing you again!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Juergen K.
7 Jul 2023
Super gelgen Mitten in der Altstadt.
Super gelgen Mitten in der Altstadt.
Juergen K.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Hi Juergen! Thank you for choosing our property for your recent stay in the city. We appreciate your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
Once again, thank you for your feedback; we hope to see you soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Paul p.
6 Jul 2021
Lovely simple apartment, very clean and great location
Lovely simple apartment, very clean and great location
This flat is in a brilliant location in the old town, in easy reach of the castle and surrounding area as well as being a 15 minute walk from Waverley station.
We had a very comfortable stay and enjoyed exploring the sites of Edinburgh, using it as a base.
Ailsa E.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gabriel G.
25 Jan 2020
Sitio perfecto para quedarse con peros...
El sitio en si es una maravilla:
-Está en una localización perfecta
-El piso da una sensación de ser moderno y agradable
-Las vistas la cementerio son increibles
El problema que hemos tenido es que el horno no funcionaba y no conseguir localizar a nadie que nos dijera si es que lo estabamos haciendo mal o no. otro problema que tenía era que la ventana de la cocina no se abre correctamente y no podia tener una ventilación mientras cocinabamos.
Quitando esos puntos negativos el sitio es una maravilla que se lo recomendaria a todo el mundo, sobretodo si quieres estar cerca de los puntos de interes de Edimburgo.