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On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh

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A modern living room with a red rug, leather furniture, a TV, and a bookshelf.
A historic building with a prominent tower and arched windows.
Kitchen end of sittingroom
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a toilet.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a red throw blanket, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Grassmarket
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, SCT
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8036760
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

About the area

Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city centre. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle 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, SCT

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Giles' Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Military Tattoo Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 6 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Milkman - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the Royal Mile, Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay overlooking the Royal Mile!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We were absolutely delighted with this property and would definitely recommend its use for a small family. The location couldn’t have been better for folks who want easy access to the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. The lock system made it easy for us to get in and out while still assuring us of optimum security.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ron n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was/is a great property. Host was clear in communication and prompt with replies. We enjoyed everything about the property and location is perfect for all your needs in Edinburgh.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a great location! Derek was very helpful leading up to the visit and allowed us in early which was awesome. The flat is cute, clean and very comfortable. The Royal Mile is literally right out the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and hosts! All amenities were amazing and communication was spot on! Thanks for a great visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location on the Royal Mile. Flat was clean and well equipped. Key and car parking permit all went smoothly. It’s on the second floor so up a few flights of stairs which was fine for us though would need to be considered if you have mobility issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Loved our time. We did have difficulty when we arrived as the road was closed. We had to park in a public lot, then move our car later. But it worked out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Celia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, great 2 bedroom apartment. Very clean, beds and furniture very good. Due to high volume pedestrian tourists and street performers on Lawnmarket the road in front of the Apartment is closed to cars (no vehicle loading/unloading) between 10:30 am and 7:00pm. Not a huge inconvenience (you can get parking a few blocks away to unload) but it would have been nice to know that in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renae G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was ideal, and the apartment was clean set up nicely. Perfect for our family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harriet C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay- fantastic location, spotlessly clean with everything you could need, great to have option of airbed to use. Lovely welcome basket too- highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryanna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place to stay if you want to be in the heart of Edinburgh!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

Great Stay

Easy to arrange, check in and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Perfect spot

We enjoyed our stay. It was a perfect location for exploring. The window seats were an amazing place to enjoy a cup a coffee and watch the city come to life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described! Such a cool location and plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great location! Stairs are a bit tough but the location makes up for it. Washer was handy and everything was so close, hop on hop off, castle and museum's handy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

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

Great stay

Super property for the location. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

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

Great location on the Royal Mile

Wonderful apartment, exactly as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

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

Perfect location!

This stay was very comfortable and the perfect location to everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The flat on Lawnmarket was excellent for a small family, with a great view and incredible location in Old Town. The property manager was very clear and communicative before the stay. We'd certainly stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! Easy to walk to everything we wanted to see around the city. The apartment was clean and well stocked. The parking space for the apartment was a 15 min walk away and we were able to drop our luggage off before we parked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

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

Perfect location!

Great stay in the perfect location in Old Town Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean, comfortable and a great location, easy to access. A convenient location for touring all the sites of Edinburgh. We walked from the Palace to Holyrood House to the botanical gardens back thru Deans village and ALL in between!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janielle A.

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

Wonderful place!

The location, ease of communication, cleanliness, thoughtfulness of amenities were all wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Royal mile apartment

Beautiful space. Beautiful city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Derek Gibb

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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.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location, Location.
Edinburgh`s most popular tourist street just a two minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.

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