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Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle!

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Lounge with remote controlled gas fire
second bedroom
lounge with remote controlled gas fire
master bedroom
kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master

1 King Bed

second bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

on-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Luxury central Edinburgh with stunning views of castle!

Location, location, location!

The Robert Louis Stevenson Suite is a luxury apartment with unprecedented views of Edinburgh Castle. Located just 2 minutes from the iconic Princes St on the corner of George St (lots of shopping, bars and restaurants) and North Castle St, the apartment is in the heart of the New Town, making it an ideal base for visiting all the main tourist sites of Edinburgh.

The apartment block was one of the first flats to be built in the New Town by James Craig in 1790 and sits directly adjacent to the Edinburgh town house of Sir Walter Scott! For the sake of clarity, the apartment is located on the first floor of the building and from street level there are approx 20 steps (no elevator as one of the first buildings to be erected in "The new Town" and is a listed building). The steps are more gradual and winding than steep and vertical.

The flat opens into a square reception hall providing access to all rooms. To the front of the flat and with a southerly aspect from its twin windows is a magnificent drawing room featuring a gas fire with iron grate and pretty timber mantle, dado paneling and delicate plaster work. A glazed door provides secondary access from the drawing room into a striking breakfasting kitchen fitted with an attractive range of painted timber units topped with thick granite surfaces and incorporating a full range of integrated appliances, including a recessed range cooker set, oven/grill, and microwave as well as a washing machine and full height fridge/freezer.
The bedrooms comprise a generously proportioned master bedroom with a king size bed and dual aspect views towards Edinburgh Castle. This bedroom features secondary double glazing and also benefits from a luxurious en-suite shower room.
The second bedroom is set up with twin beds (can be pushed together to form a double on request) and is served by an equally well fitted family bathroom off the hall.
Larger parties can enquire about our apartment in the same building - The Walter Scott Suite ( same building below this one on the first floor), has the same high spec and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. Combined, both properties can accommodate up to 8 / 10 people comfortably. It has the same stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and can be made available by special request.
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About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, this apartment is next to a golf course. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit George Street 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. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing.
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Edinburgh, Midlothian

What's nearby

  • George Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Princes Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Charlotte Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Andrew Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Badger & Co - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Alexander Graham Bell (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fierce Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Amber Rose Edinburgh - ‬1 min walk

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were a lot of little extras you don't always remember when traveling that made it more like home.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Morris was a super helpful and gracious host. The flat had everything we needed for a lovely stay in Edinburgh for the holiday.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great flat, only concern was it was up a flight of stairs (were in our late 70s). We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jess A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Flat was exactly as described and all amenities were provided. I have no complaints on this unit and would definitely use it again when visiting Edinburgh. The best thing is that everything is pretty much in walking distance and all the variety of pubs and restaurants to choose from. I want to thank Morris for opening his place for others to enjoy what Edinburgh offers.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Great place!

We’d definitely stay there again if we return to Edinburgh!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conveniently located. Well appointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
awesome location. lovely apartment. roomy and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment, great location. Earplugs are necessary for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights during The Fringe due to the proximity of the late bar. Will book again if we go back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

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

Amazing stay in Edinburgh!!

This flat was absolutely perfect! Spacious, fantastic location, an incredible views of Edinburgh Castle. We will be staying here again. Morris was also incredibly helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

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

Great property and location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! Great location! Love that it was right above a pub but far enough away that we didn’t have any noise issues. Was fun to go walk down the stairs and get a cocktail each evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful comfortably well located flat. Morris is agreat host who has stocked.the flat very geneously with toiletries, tea and coffee and other bits and piecesSpotlessly clean. Comfortable beds, plenty of kitchen equipment. We had a brilliant stay during the Festival. Definitely recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jordan m.

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

Spacious apartment with great location

Really enjoyed our stay. Edinburgh and Scotland were our favorite locations
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Unbelievable location close to everything you would want to see in Edinburgh

Great location. Clean, great views of the castle from one of the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was good other tgan hearing the base noise in the pub below on a couple of occasions. Morris was prompt with communications. Would rent again
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great place

Really great property. Tons of space, character, charm and amenities. Location was ideal. We were only here for two nights but my family wished we could have stayed longer and chilled here more. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret D.

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

Perfect location!

This lovely, light-filled, spacious flat is perfectly located to walk to most sites in Edinburgh. Lots of great restaurants within walking distance. Morris is helpful and responsive-we would definitely stay here again. The only negatives are noise at night (one bedroom has double glazing that helps), and stairs, if they are an issue for your party.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

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

Great Location!

We loved our stay. Easy to walk every where from this property. View of castle was a bonus. Great restaurants a few steps from the front door. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great place to stay!

The property was close to the areas of Edinbugh we wanted to see. The place was clean and everything was as expected. We would definitely stay here again. Just great!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Great central location

Lovely big apartment. Great space for an adult family. Convenient for old and new town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

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

Don't miss out

Great location, great property, and excellent host. We've stayed at many rental properties hosted on multiple vendors sites over many years, and this ranks as one of the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie Z.

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

Wonderful, all around!

Completely satisfied with all aspects of the accommodation. Morris was nothing short of fabulous. Had the best time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

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

Great spot in New Town

Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Spacious apartment close to everything

Stayed with my husband and adult son for 5 days, we were in Edinburgh for a wedding. Apartment was large and well appointed, even had an ironing board for our our formal attire that traveled in a suitcase. Easy walk to all the shops, restaurants, Old Town, the location couldn't be beat. I hadn't received detailed check-in instructions by the time we got there, but owner was immediately responsive to our texts and got us in quickly. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy C.

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

Edinburgh 2024

Location was brilliant, easy walk to all the highlights of Edinburgh
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Comfortable home in a great location

The host was extremely helpful and was a great communicator. We had a wonderful time in the city and beyond. The location is perfect and the online pictures are accurate. Recommend highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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