Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle!

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A cozy room with a leather sofa, a globe on a shelf, and a window with a view of a busy street.
A neatly made bed with two pillows, a dark blue bedspread, and two white towels. There are two bedside tables with lamps.
A fireplace with a tiled surround, two potted topiary trees, and a red chair.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a small round table, and a lamp.
A narrow street with shops, including a visible storefront with a sign reading "Thistle do Nicely."

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Grassmarket
Sleeps 94 bedrooms5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Shower room

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

WC

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchenette

About this property

Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle!

Exceptional, main-door first-floor Georgian Apartment modernised and located right at the top of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, less than 2 minutes walk from Edinburgh Castle! Guests will love being so close to the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh's main tourist spot. This property has a 5 star rating on many booking platforms.

You will not find self-catering accommodation closer to Edinburgh Castle with the nearby restaurants, bars and shops of Edinburgh's Royal Mile at the bottom of the stairs!

The apartment is entered via a main door on to the Lawnmarket at the top of The Royal Mile which takes you into a private staircase up to the first floor. This apartment really is in the heart of Edinburgh's tourist district.

It comprises modern kitchen/living room, bathroom with shower, additional shower room and separate WC. There are 4 bedrooms and the apartment comfortably sleeps 8 with space for an additional person on a fold down double sofa bed in one of the bedrooms. Sleeping arrangements as follows;

-Master Double bedroom
-2nd Double bedroom
-3rd Double bedroom (with further double sofa bed although 4 people is a squeeze so better for 2-3 people)
-Bunk bed room (2 single beds)

We also have a luggage/wardrobe room so you can keep the bedrooms nice and clear. The open plan living room/kitchen offers a sociable space with views onto the Royal Mile, below.

From 24 July 2026, a 5% Edinburgh Visitor Levy applies to all stays. All prices shown already include this charge, which we will pay to the City of Edinburgh Council on your behalf.

We provide: Bed Linen, Towels, Toilet Rolls

Guest access to all areas

During the Edinburgh Festival in August and Edinburgh's Hogmany celebrations The Lawnmarket is pedestrian access only which means carrying cases/bags 100 meters or so.

Short Term Let License Number - EH-69599-F
EPC Rating - D
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3615356vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh, is home to this apartment. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle 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.
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Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • The Hub - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Victoria Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Milkman
  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Last Drop - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle! ?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle! on 12 Oct 2026 start from £1,983, 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 Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Edinburgh Castle Hideaway, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile - 2 mins walk to the Castle! located?

Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is steps away from Castlehill and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are also within 5 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Sarah-Jane Whitmey

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We're SJ and Andy, a married couple, based in Edinburgh just a 10 minute drive from the apartment. We've rented the apartment out to holiday guests since 2008 and are so proud to show off the apartment, and our amazing city, to people visiting us. We're always a phone call or text away if our guest need anything.

Why they chose this property

The apartment is literally right in the heart of Edinburgh's main tourist spots.

What makes this property unique

It has to be the unbeatable location and the private entrance right onto The Lawnmarket/Royal Mile. You can feel the history everywhere you look!

Languages:

English

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