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Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window with curtains, radiator, and a painting on the wall.
A black door with a welcome mat, a mailbox, and a house number sign.
A living room with a dark leather sofa, a brown leather armchair, a round wooden side table, a grey knitted rug, and a grey pet bed.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a patterned floor.
A modern living room with a dark-colored sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Grassmarket

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh International Conference Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

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About the area

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre, 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cold Town House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beehive Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Made in Italy - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vibrant Apartment in Edinburgh’s Old Town located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Grassmarket, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh International Conference Centre and University of Edinburgh are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 16 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 30 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Real nice looking place with possibly the best view of Edinburgh Castle in the city. The extension information was unclear and it was bonkers expensive but what can you expect for the fringe?
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment was a wonderful sight for weary travelers such as ourselves. It was cozy, clean and in the heart of Edinburgh, within easy reach of everything. We appreciated having a kitchen and washing machine during our stay there. It’s a good spot for those who want to be in the heart of a vibrant urban setting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good location and felt safe! All was good just notice there is no dryer just a washer and the washer is very small so laundry is complicated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely place to stay. It was clean, old reviews that stated it is not must be outdated. The flat is easy to access and has a stunning view of the castle. The kitchen has everything you need. The location is perfect for accessing multiple parts of town.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great location and comfortable for the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great location! Easy to walk to all of the sights. Loved the view of the castle from the apartment. We loved our stay in Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location with spectacular view of the castle! Comfortable and functional. A bit noisy at night with the bedroom window over the busy street, but we expected that with the location. Excellent instructions for checking in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Dear Sara, Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent location and spectacular views of the castle, as well as the comfort and functionality of the accommodation. We appreciate your understanding regarding the street noise, and we’re glad that the clear check-in and check-out instructions helped make your arrival and departure smooth. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime for another memorable stay. Best Regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
my second time staying at the same apartment. I like the view, location n and safety
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from Author on 10 Apr, 2025
Dear Guest, It’s truly a pleasure to welcome you back—there’s no greater compliment than a returning guest. We’re thrilled to know the apartment’s view, prime location, and the sense of security it offers continue to resonate with you. Thank you for choosing us once again. We look forward to your next visit and hope it feels just as familiar and just as special. Best Regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location, location!

This flat is perfectly located central to everything you could desire in Edinburgh. The location really could not be better as you quite literally sit in the shadow of the castle. Checking in and out also couldn’t be easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Location was perfect for the Fringe Festival, dining and bars. Property was clean but tired, furnishings torn and a bit ragged. Communication with company was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good Location!

Great location and felt very very safe!Not really the cleanest but also not the worst - kind of middling. The only thing that made it feel more grungy than it was that a lot of little things in the apartment were broken and showing more than normal wear and tear. Could use a little TLC.The location had a fantastic view and the military tattoo happening in the castle was something you could listen to (and see the fireworks and drone show) from the comfort of your own balcony! Really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2025
Thank you, Megan, for your thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the fantastic view and your stay overall. We appreciate your insights and are committed to enhancing our space. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable visit! Best Regards, Joivy Team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, which is what you're paying for. The place itself definitely needs some upgrades, furniture is old, beat up, and needs to be replaced. Especially the mattress and pillows! Pay attention to the wording in the listing, the "balcony" is actually a shared walkway that everyone uses for access to the units
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING

Was absolutely perfect in every way, wish I could have stayed longer. I have already recommended it to my all my friends. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient

Nice location, comfortable apartment. Be aware not handicap accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As Advertised

The bathroom and overall space is excellent. It makes all the difference when you are travelling to be able to relax, and after climbing all the stairs the apartment is worth it. Great view, lovely easy open skylights, and that tub. Heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a find!

Everything about this stay was amazing. The location of the apartment to the station and all the hubbub of Edinburgh was perfect. Directions and online communication was fantastic - didn’t stress at all. The view from our front door (Edinburgh castle) was breathtaking. The whole flat was so clean and tidy and had everything we needed for the two nights we stayed. Would definitely book again. Couldn’t find a fault (well maybe shower pressure but that was only an issue for me when washing my hair!) Look forward to booking again when we next visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky apartment with great location

My spouse and I stayed four nights in this apartment. The positives are that it is in a great location with access to pubs, cafes, grocery store and attractions. It also had a spectacular view of the castle and we felt like a local staying there. Also even though it is on a busier street it was fairly quiet. The challenges are that the checkin process was not well communicated, couch and curtains were very worn, Netflix on tv was not working and the fridge stopped working completely. Also the pictures of apartment do not show the front entrance of building. It has a barred security gate and large rubbish bins. There was also a lot of quirky instructions on how to operate items such as water heater was on a timer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

City center

Loud obnoxious drunks keep you awake well into the morning hours from the bar across the street. You are provided one towel and one hand towel with no wash clothes. There are no instructions for appliances that are unlike appliances we are used to. Not great communication. Worn out furniture. The castle view is phenomenal, convenient walking to all sightseeing attractions and shopping but the comfort level is very low for the price paid. I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Broken key ruins stay

When we arrived the key broke off in the deadbolt. When we called the contact we were told we would have to find a locksmith and pay bill. After 3 hours of dealing with locksmiths and one cancelling after waiting an hour the bill ended up being over $700 to drill and replace the deadbolt. First, I shouldn’t have been responsible for a worn out key. Second, the management company should have numbers of locksmiths so someone from another country on holiday doesn’t get taken advantage of. The bed was small, the loveseat is coming apart. The kitchen, heating and location were very nice. Not sure two full size adults can fit into the full size bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Never Again

Photographs on the website can be surprisingly misleading, the apartment smelled of damp as soon as we walked through the door, great location, brilliant views, but it all ends there. The furniture looked like it had been bought from a car boot sale, nothing matched, see pictures for evidence of neglect, for the price paid, this apartment was a disgrace. The fridge did not work, the cooker was lodged between a drawer that would not open properly, the heaters were held together with masking tape for gods sake, the bathroom was damp and smelled of mould, one of the two dining chairs had a leg that was bent, and could not be sat on, paint was peeling off the walls, the curtains were not hanging properly, the bedside tables were both splintered, the furniture was extremely uncomfortable, we ended up trying to stay away from the place for as long as we could throughout each day. We will be taking this to social media with an article published through our magazine if a refund is not forthcoming. Extremely disappointing is not strong enough. And, we believe the host gets to review us, my god, absolutely absurd.
Sofa with scratch marks and holes covered up by a rug
Sofa with scratch marks and holes covered up by a rug
Paint peeling from walls
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This has a stunning view of the Edinburgh Castle and is walkable to most of the major sights. We gave a 2-star rating because (1) There are several pubs across the busy street from the apartment building that were quite noisy into the wee hours of the night. There was no mention of this in the listing or communications. (2) Two of the heating units were held together by duct tape so we did not use those. The toaster had a note left by a previous visitor stating that using the toaster blew out all the electricity in the apartment. (3) Unlike the booking photos, the sofa was covered by a knitted blanket that hid the fact that the leather on the cushions was completely gone revealing the stuffing. (4) The most serious safety concern involves the bathtub/shower. The tub is high and extremely slippery and no rubber mat or non-slip surface was provided. There was nothing to prevent a serious fall when entering or leaving the tub. (5) We wrote to Joivy/Altido (management company) about these issues and they sent a technician later the next day to fix what he could. He said the heating units needed to be replaced. (6) Be aware: Joivy/Altido charged a “Markup Fee” of approximately the cost of a night. Their response was that the fee was charged by the booking platform (VRBO). When we contacted VRBO they assured us that, as is posted on their website, they do not charge additional fees. To date, there is no response back from Joivy/Altido Edinburgh.
sofa that was covered by knitted blanket
1 of 2 heating units held together by duct tape
Note on toaster from previous renter
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Goed en schoon appartement, midden in het centrum. Geen last van geluid van buiten. Goed uitgeruste keuken. Waterdruk van de douche was minimaal, dat is een aandachtspunt. De ramen konden niet open en dat was vervelend.Restaurant en winkels op loopafstand.Verder prima verzorgd.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Emplacement
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Clean unit. Instructions for the washing machine and oven would have been helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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