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Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile

Apartment with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle

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Located in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, Grindlay Street apartment offers a charming retreat with castle views from both bedrooms. This beautiful Victorian apartment features original touches like traditional window shutters and crown molding, alongside modern comforts like a fully equipped kitchen and spacious living room. With its prime location, you're just minutes from Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, University of Edinburgh and Princes Street.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 540 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile

Summary:
✔ Gourges flat with vintage design overlooking the Edinburgh Castle
✔ 2 bedrooms
✔ 1 bathroom
✔ Well-equipped kitchen with all essential appliances
✔ 11-minute walk to St Giles' Cathedral
✔ 12-minute walk to the National Museum of Scotland
✔ 13-minute walk to Royal Mile
✔ Close to trendy pubs, quirky restaurants and fashionable shops
✔ An extensive area guide is provided, and we are available 24/7
✔ Essentials, linens, towels, and WiFi are provided

The Space:
⭐ 2 bedrooms
— the bedroom is complete with a king-size bed
— the second bedroom offers two single beds
⭐ 1 bathroom
⭐ A comfy living room with a flat-screen TV
⭐ A fully equipped kitchen & dining area
⭐ Family friendly

Guest Access:
● Guests will have access to the entire apartment.
● There is no free parking available at this property. Alternatively, paid options nearby are available.
● The property is on the third floor, and there is no lift available.
● There are three flights of stairs to the property.

Check-in Information:
Guests are free to check in on their own with a self-check-in system.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
This home is managed by JOIVY . We’re proud to host our guests in a wide selection of top-quality properties across Europe. JOIVY is pleased to offer hotel-standard hospitality services and provide hotel-quality linens, towels, bathroom essentials, and professional cleaning services.

The Neighborhood:
Whether you want to take a walking tour through Edinburgh's Old Town and learn about the city's history, explore the Royal Mile, the main thoroughfare of Edinburgh, or you want to climb up to Edinburgh Castle and take in the breathtaking view of the city, with the property’s ideal location, you will be able to do all of that. Within walking distance, you will find many pubs, restaurants and shops, as well as the major city sights.

Getting Around:
● There is no free parking available at this property. Alternatively, paid options nearby are available.
● A 2-minute walk will take you to the nearest bus stop, Bread Street.
● Haymarket train station is a short 14-minute walk.

✈ Nearest airport
Edinburgh Airport: 24-minite drive

Other Things to Note:
∗Please note that а refundable damage deposit of £250 is mandatory and should be paid via card and before check-in. We inspect the property after you check out; if there is no damage, we refund the deposit within 2 days via bank transfer.

∗Please note the property is fitted with a noise-detection device.
∗Please note that JOIVY is not responsible or liable for any lost, misplaced or stolen items during guest stays.
*If you need a travel cot or sofa bed linens, please let us know in advance or add this to your reservation from your dedicated boarding pass for an additional fee.
⚡ In light of the current situation, we kindly ask our guests to consume electricity and gas mindfully. Please note we will add an additional charge for excessive energy usage.

Interaction with Guests:
JOIVY will be in touch to assist you with many extra services, such as airport transfers, in-stay cleans, and childcare equipment. If you have any questions before or during your stay, we’re here for you 24/7.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Limited on-site parking

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 431 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

JOIVY wants you to have a fantastic stay, and we encourage you to see this property as a home away from home. There are, however, a few points we p...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
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 fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Map
Edinburgh, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Princes Street Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Edinburgh International Conference Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princes Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Blazer - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bentoya - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hey Palu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lovecrumbs - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket. Princes Street and University of Edinburgh are also within 15 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Haymarket Tram Station is 14 minutes.

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Vibrant Flat close to the Royal Mile Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

7.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

6/10 Okay

William K.

Disliked: Check-in
Good location. Confusing door instructions. Stairwell needs to be cleaned. You should tell potential clients that it is 60 stairs to the top, tough with all the luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views. But, fix the kitchen fan, bathroom fan and shower door. Twin room would benefit from some little bedside lights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

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

Fantastic Accomodation near the heart of Old Town!

Will definitely stay here again! Perfect location and cozy accommodation in a quiet area near old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Welmoed R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Kleine flat op top locatie!

The apartment was very clean and located at an excellent location (bedroom views on the castle!). Walking into the old town is easy, and lots of nice shops and places to eat and drink nearby. It's a top floor walk up, so not ideal if you're traveling with small children (or a buggy!) and a bit small for 5 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil G.

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

Perfect location

Comfortable property in excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maura K., Cumberland Center

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

Great location, great views from bedrooms!

Easy contactless check in, large updated kitchen, lots of charm and period detail. Great location to walk to Royal Mile and all attractions in a peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy O.

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

Nice flat when you eventually get in

Lock box was faulty, phoned for assistance, condescend to by assistant who said we were not operating correctly. To late for person to assist in person,after some time on phone she eventually admitted and told us we had to hold catch down with a pen or coin and hey presto it opened. Shame we did get provided with this information in the beginning in stead of standing out side in the freezing cold. The flat is 60 steps up this should have been at top of the booking information not suitable for older people. Dont be put off by the dirty stairs,the flat was clean,the heating worked as did the shower, clean bedding and towels ,nice welcome box. Great location. All would have been better with realistic explanation regarding stairs and lock box.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rob L., Bradenton

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Could have stayed somewhere better!!

Where to begin.. property description highly inaccurate.. 60 steps to reach this top floor flat and no elevator not mentioned.. common outdoor area was full of junk and overgrown.. used term "recently renovated" for a flat with a broken shower door, a problemattic water heater, many burnt out lights, mildewed countertops, and ceiling fixtures coming loose from the ceiling. The flat lacked cleanliness: the kitchen flr was stained, the wooden kitchen sink countertop was mildew stained, dust bunnies abounded on the woodwork and door tops (hung a clothes hanger on the central closet door top and got covered in dust).The laundry rack was in the back of the central closet and was a nightmare to get through all the maintenance junk stored there. During our 1st night, we reported to Altido Scotland (AS) the flat needed more lighting for our 3 reading adult family members. A one Edison bulb ceiling light and an upcast floor lamp was only provided for the living room. One of 2 lamps in the main bedroom was broken. Said light was not replaced by AS until the last night of our 5 night stay, despite my calling most days. On our 2nd afternoon, hot water cutoff. We called immediately, but were told no one would fix it until 10 am the next day (he came at 11 am). Why can a repairman not be on call at earlier hrs, especially since guests expect to start their day when Edinbugh opens at 11 am? For all the above, I was given a 20% discount. I'd have rather stayed elsewhere! Poor service AS!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Renee N.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Frustrating

This apartment was in an excellent location with a wonderful view. Unfortunately, the bathroom fan was as loud as a helicopter and would take about an hour to stop running after the switch was turned off. The chairs in the living room were dirty and covered with stains. The check-in process was unorganized and complicated - no one contacted us ahead of our check-in time. I appreciate that we could easily get a hold of the management, but the follow through was not sufficient.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Frances L., Pembroke Ontario Canada

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

Great location

Our 3 day stay included watching fireworks out the windows of this VRBO. We were nice and close to Edinburgh Castle, great restaurants and other interesting sights. With the Tattoo in full swing it was nice to see all the activity going on close by. The main areas of the apartment were large enough for 4 adults, although one bedroom was quite small. The washer was a welcome sight as we had not seen our luggage for the 2 weeks we visited the UK. Collateral damage of the airline debacle! The apartment was clean and had all the necessities. The stairwell leading to our fourth floor unit left a lot to be desired. There was no light which made getting up four floors difficult. Also the stairwell itself from the ground floor on up were quite dirty . It would only take a few minutes once a week to sweep out the garbage and dust that had accumulated. Suffice to say once inside the unit we were pleased and had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

annabelle b.

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

Good location

Too many stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Robert R.

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

Cute Place great location

Our stay started off poorly when we arrived to find the unit was not cleaned. Unfortunately, our luggage had been lost by the airline so we needed to clean up and wash our clothes. Problem is that the washer had broken and we were not notified. We were asked to wait a few hours for the unit to be cleaned. The management company was difficult to work with and did not do much to compensate us for the delay and broken washer. The unit itself was in a great part of town just a 5-minute walk to the center of old town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janna S.

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

Best VRBO in Edinburg!

What a wonderful stay we had. The room was beautiful with views of the castle and a great location. We were able to find our way around the city with ease. Would highly recommend this spot! VRBO was quick with responses each time and this was greatly appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harlan D.

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

3 day stay in Edinburgh

It was well situated and well managed. There were nicities that were appreciated but not expected (shampoo, heated towel racks, etc), added touches that showed management was concerned to make the stay enjoyable for the guests.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Great Location, Small 4th Floor Walk Up, Terrible Communication

Check in was a mess. I emailed the property manager the day before we were to arrive. I got a email back saying I would get an email within 24 hours. But we were already with in that 24 hours. I emailed again and got a lock box code. When we arrived the property had 5 lock boxes on the front. They were not labeled. I tried ever lock with no luck. I called and started to panic. We were able to get someone on the line and they were able to tell us which box and how to get it. The location is great. The flat is small but that is to be expected, however in the room with the twin beds you could not have 2 people moving about the room at the same time. It was fine but i would not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay very much. The location and view of the castle was great! All the supplies we needed were waiting there for us which is super helpful! I would recommend having some information about closest markets and good pubs for future guests. Also, make sure the listing is for only #8 as there is a resident in #7 and that was confusing when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022