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Grassmarket Luxury Penthouse Apartment

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Grassmarket Luxury Penthouse Apartment

A truly stunning, recently refurbished luxurious penthouse apartment built nearly 400 years ago in the year 1634. The apartment is split over the top 2 floors and is therefore quiet and exclusive. Being located in the very heart of Edinburgh's historic Grassmarket the apartment has an unrivalled location in one of the oldest and iconic areas of the city with an up-close view of Edinburgh Castle.

The apartment is situated on the third and fourth floor of an incredibly historic building in the heart of the oldest part of Edinburgh. The bricks may be hundreds of years old but this apartment offers luxury living while you enjoy your stay in Edinburgh. The beautifully restored and renovated flat offers a kitchen dining space, main bathroom and double bedroom on the entrance floor. The gorgeously panelled staircase takes you up to two further bedrooms (one twin, one double) and an additional bathroom. Both bathrooms benefit from cosy underfloor heating and powerful showers. There are three televisions in the property (one in lounge area, one in upstairs double bedroom, one in downstairs bedroom) each with its own Virgin Media box allowing guests to enjoy some down time between exploring.

With your stay in the apartment you will be provided with complimentary Twinings fine tea, Nespresso coffee, Egyptian cotton linen, towels and luxury toiletries by the Scottish Fine Soap Company. All bedding is hypoallergenic with no feathers and topped with sumptuously soft mattress toppers. A 50W bluetooth speaker is supplied to stream tunes from your phone. Wifi is super-fast (350 Mbps) throughout the apartment.

From this property you are in the heart of the old town with Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile a few minutes away. There are many buses accessible from George IV Bridge - which is located at the top of Victoria Street. There is an NCP car park with access from Kings Stables Road which is only a 5/10 min walk from the flat.

The apartment is on the upper 2 floors of an historic building - therefore there are stairs to climb. The total floor space is circa 110m2.

The Old Town is the most exciting and vibrant part of Edinburgh and you may occasionally hear fireworks (Aug festival)/bagpipes/singing/people.. however it is muted as you are 3/4 floors high.

One bedroom does not have a television.

All bed size descriptions are UK standards (which is different to US and Australian bed standards) i.e.
Single (90cm x 190cm)
Double (135cm x 190cm)
King (150cm x 200cm)
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About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. 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.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬2 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and a perfect location. Communication with the owner was wonderful, he could not have made it easier. A view of the castle from the bedrooms was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thanks Alan.. glad you enjoyed your stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rooms were clean and beautifully decorated. It’s in the heart of Grassmarket. It was a bit loud on the weekend nights but not too bad. It’s walking distance to lots of pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Communication with the owner was great and the apartment was awesome. Super comfortable, clean, spacious, and a great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

Very nice unit above Grassmarket restaurants with updated amenities. Felt very clean and well kept. Attentive and timely communication fro owners. Would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was as advertised

I went for the fringe theater
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect flat & location

This flat was ideal for our stay. The location is outstanding, convenient to everything. The flat itself is comfortable, clean, spacious and well-appointed. We wanted for nothing! If you’re a light sleeper choose a bedroom facing the garden because the noise from the Grassmarket pubs may bother you. Other than that though you won’t find a better place to stay while visiting Edinburgh!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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