10/10 Excellent
Keith E.
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Keith E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Apartment
On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Edinburgh, SCT
- Princes Street4 min walk
- Edinburgh Castle6 min walk
- University of Edinburgh6 min walk
- Edinburgh (EDI)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Crib
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh
A comfortable and well presented self catering holiday apartment situated in a historic listed building overlooking the Royal Mile, just moments from Edinburgh Castle or St Giles Cathedral. The apartment is on the second floor. This unique apartment has four traditional window seats to the front where guests can sit and watch the ever changing bustle of the Royal Mile below. All rooms overlook the Royal Mile.
Property manager
Derek Gibb
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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.
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Edinburgh
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 George 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.
Edinburgh, SCT
What's nearby
- Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Deacon Brodies Tavern - 1 min walk
- Ensign Ewart - 1 min walk
- Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - 1 min walk
- La Barantine Victoria - 3 min walk
- Howies Restaurant - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Barbara C.
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Barbara C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vicki S.
18 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Vicki S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the Royal Mile
Matt H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joyce H.
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Joyce H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shana d.
27 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location!
Shana d.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike J.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bang In The Centre
Mike J.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
5 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing apartment
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Royal Mile Stay
Jason L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janielle A.
5 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place!
Janielle A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eamonn C., Oldsmar FL
22 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Eamonn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgina W.
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location to old town
Georgina W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
steve L., moutonborough
13 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
steve L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Graham K.
4 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on Royal Mile
Graham K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
NICHOLAS M.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Central Location on Royal Mile
NICHOLAS M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jordan H.
27 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location!
Jordan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Eric S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric C.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First trip to Edinburgh
Eric C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martin D.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to all things Old Town
Martin D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anna S.
9 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place in the middle of the Royal Mile!
Anna S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bruce M.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Royal Scotsman
Bruce M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela M.
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Travel around Scotland
Angela M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy H.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Edinburgh oasis
Timothy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten M.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Apartment - Stunning location
Kirsten M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
James D.
3 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend with friends
James D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Derek Gibb
Pillowstops is run my husband and wife team Catherine and Derek Gibb.
"As a family we have used self catering properties around the world for our own holidays and know how important it is to make sure that when you arrive you are not disappointed with your choice of holiday accommodation. The two main areas of disappointment that we have found are location and standard!
The apartments that we offer are situated in Edinburgh's no 1 historic tourist street being the Royal Mile and Grassmarket areas. Our apartments are maintained and cleaned to a very high standard exactly as we would want to find ourselves when going on holiday.
We look forward to welcoming you to Edinburgh.
"As a family we have used self catering properties around the world for our own holidays and know how important it is to make sure that when you arrive you are not disappointed with your choice of holiday accommodation. The two main areas of disappointment that we have found are location and standard!
The apartments that we offer are situated in Edinburgh's no 1 historic tourist street being the Royal Mile and Grassmarket areas. Our apartments are maintained and cleaned to a very high standard exactly as we would want to find ourselves when going on holiday.
We look forward to welcoming you to Edinburgh.
Why they chose this property
Location, Location, Location.
Edinburgh`s most popular tourist street just a two minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh`s most popular tourist street just a two minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.
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