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Royal Mile Apartment Excellent Location 3Rd Floor No Lift

A self-catering apartment on the Royal Mile, within walking distance of Edinburgh's old town landmarks.

  • 300 metres from The Real Mary King's Close
  • City views from the third floor
  • Self-catering with tea and coffee facilities
9.1 Perfect 171 reviews Booking.com 9.1 · 171 reviews

About

Royal Mile Apartment Excellent Location 3Rd Floor No Lift

This one-room apartment sits on the third floor of a building on the Royal Mile, in the heart of Edinburgh's old town. It is 300 metres from The Real Mary King's Close and the Museum of Childhood. The accommodation includes a sitting area, a dining table, and a kitchenette with an electric kettle and cookware.

The apartment offers city views and is equipped with heating, a flat-screen TV, and soundproofed rooms. Wi-Fi is available, and the property operates on a key-access system with smoke detectors and fire extinguishers. Hiking access is noted for active guests.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Exceptional location on the Royal Mile — Guests consistently praise the central position, close to old town landmarks, the train station, and numerous bars and restaurants.
  • High guest ratings across categories — The property scores 9.1 overall, with particularly strong marks for Rooms (9.4), Value (9.3), and Staff (9.6).
  • Well-equipped and clean apartment — Reviewers note the kitchen, toiletries, and extras like milk, cookies, tea, and coffee left by the host.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No lift – third floor access — The property is on the third floor, and the name states 'No Lift', so expect stairs.
  • Potential key confusion and small shower — One guest mentioned difficulty with the key lock boxes and a compact shower.
  • Possible street noise — A guest noted that closing windows helped keep noise out, implying some external noise.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Apartment

  • 1 King-size bed,2 Single beds,1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Essential

  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security

Kitchen & Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Dining table

Comfort & Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Parquet floor

Laundry & Ironing

  • Washing machine
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom & Personal Care

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Activities

  • Hiking

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.1
Perfect 171 reviews

Guest-rated 9.1/10 from 171 reviews

Booking.com · 9.1 · 171 reviews
9.1Verified guest

“We had a great weekend here. The location was particularly good, close to the old town, old Edinburgh, and the city centre.”

9.1Verified guest

“The location was fantastic, very close to historic areas and plenty of great spots in the old town.”

9.1Verified guest

“We had a really comfortable weekend. Magnificent and fantastic location, near an award-winning museum. Very close to downtown.”

9.1Verified guest

“Everything here felt good, it was a really good stay for two nights.”

9.1Verified guest

“Excellent location, friendly owner, good facilities, spacious for a family, very clean.”

9.1Verified guest

“Great location and price. Comfortable pull-out bed. Quiet despite being near the mile. Accommodating staff.”

04 — Location

Getting around Edinburgh

The property sits in Edinburgh.

On the Royal Mile: The apartment is on High Street, part of the Royal Mile. Many historic sites, shops, and eateries are within walking distance.

Nearby attractions: The Real Mary King's Close and the Museum of Childhood are 300 metres away. The National Museum of Scotland is also accessible on foot.

107 High Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1 1SW, 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 14:00-23:00
Check-out
By 01:00-11:00
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 are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is from 01:00 to 11:00.

Is there a lift to the third floor?

No, the property is on the third floor and there is no lift.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is smoking permitted?

No, smoking is not allowed on site.

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The bottom line

A well-rated, central apartment that suits travellers prioritising location and self-catering convenience. The lack of a lift and potential noise are trade-offs to consider.

9.1Based on guest ratings and reviews.

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