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Old Town Centre Apartment 5 Mins To Edinburgh Castle

A no-fuss base in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, steps from the Royal Mile and a short walk from the castle.

  • 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle
  • Fully equipped kitchen and dining area
  • Express check-in/out and bag drop-off
7.9 Very good 224 reviews Booking.com 7.9 · 224 reviews

About

Old Town Centre Apartment 5 Mins To Edinburgh Castle

Old Town Centre Apartment 5 Mins To Edinburgh Castle places you on Guthrie Street, within a 5-minute walk of the castle and The Real Mary King's Close. It is a self-catering apartment with free Wi-Fi in rooms, heating, a sitting area, flat-screen TV, and a kitchen equipped with an electric kettle, cookware, and a dining table.

The two-bedroom apartment sleeps two on single beds and has a parquet floor. Practical touches include express check-in/out, a car park, smoke detectors, and no-smoking policy. Pets are not allowed.

  • No smoking on site
  • Car park
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Superb central location — A 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle and close to the Royal Mile, city centre, and major sights.
  • Spacious, well-equipped rooms — Guests note the generous size, full kitchen, and comfortable beds.
  • Responsive service and easy check-in — Guests appreciate the owner's communication and bag drop-off before check-in.
  • Good value — Value rating of 8.1 and guest comments about getting their money's worth.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Low overall rating — The apartment’s general rating is 7.9, below the area average of 9.0.
  • No in-room Wi-Fi beyond free option — Free Wi-Fi is provided, but the connection quality is not mentioned.
  • Early check-out window — Check-out is between 07:00 and 10:00, which may be early for some guests.
  • No pets allowed — If you travel with a pet, this apartment isn’t an option.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Car park
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors

Room Comfort

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

Kitchen & Dining

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.9
Very good 224 reviews

Guest-rated 7.9/10 from 224 reviews

Booking.com · 7.9 · 224 reviews
7.9Verified guest

“I stayed three nights and appreciated having a fully equipped kitchen available.”

7.9Verified guest

“The location was perfect for hitting all the main tourist spots, and the owner gave a warm welcome.”

7.9Verified guest

“Brilliantly located near the Royal Mile, city centre, Grassmarket, Cowgate, and the main shopping district.”

7.9Verified guest

“Very close to the Royal Mile and city centre, with easy walking access to most places of interest, including The Piemaker within five minutes.”

7.9Verified guest

“The room was big and had the basics you'd expect from an apartment.”

7.9Verified guest

“Great location, spacious rooms, clean apartment, responsive owner, and comfortable beds.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Castle: About a 5-minute walk away, the castle sits at the top of the Royal Mile.

The Real Mary King's Close: A 5-minute walk from the apartment, offering underground history tours.

Royal Mile & Old Town: The apartment is in the heart of the Old Town, close to Grassmarket, Cowgate, and the main shopping district.

15 Guthrie Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1 1JG, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 16:00-23:00
Check-out
By 07:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 10:00.

Is there parking available?

Yes, a car park is available at the property, though details are not specified.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed in the apartment.

Is there a kitchen in the apartment?

Yes, the apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with an electric kettle, cookware, and a dining table.

Does the apartment have free Wi-Fi?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms.

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The bottom line

Perfect for travellers who want to be in the middle of Edinburgh’s Old Town, within minutes of the castle and Royal Mile, with the convenience of a kitchen and easy check-in — just plan for an early checkout.

7.9Best for central-city convenience and self-catering stays.

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