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Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande'

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Close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Royal Mile, Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande' provides a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande'

  • 'Hopetoun Grande' is a bright, spacious and fully refurbished three bedroom apartment with great big Georgian windows and high ceilings right in the centre of town. Within walking distance to the Playhouse theatre, high street, Botanical Gardens, train station and tram.

    An elegant apartment with a vast area of 180 sq.m/2000 sq. ft. situated on the third floor of a beautiful Georgian building located in the heart of Edinburgh City. Completely refurbished in 2015, this large penthouse offers 5-star self-catering accommodation in one of Europe's most visited cities. All the common areas and rooms are generously proportioned with large windows that bring in a lot of light giving a sense of space and brightness all around.

    Two of the three bedrooms have superking-size beds and the third bedroom is a special handmade four poster king-size bed. The bathrooms have been done in Italian Marble, granite worktops and provide a feeling of real luxury to the senses. The larger bathroom has a jacuzzi bath and a walk-in shower and the smaller bathroom has a power shower within an enclosure with a skylight. The quality of bedlinen and towels match that of any five star hotel.

    The kitchen is large with earthy wooden kitchen cabinets and granite work surfaces and state of the art fridge, freezer, gas hob, grill, oven, inbuilt dishwasher and washing machine and microwave. It is a pleasure to spend time in the kitchen either to cook or to gaze out of the window at the twinkling lights of Fife across the sea at night.

    The beautiful dining-drawing room with its large windows yet private space is a wonderful place to relax, chat and have a meal. Whilst the dining table seats 8, there is also a cosy seat of 4 at a round Mahogany table in the hall/reception room.

    At this apartment you will find yourself in a place full of character, surrounded with period charm yet decorated tastefully in modern style.

    By choosing our penthouse you are choosing five-star self-catering accommodation in an excellent location that is close to tourist attractions, great shopping, restaurants and theatre. Its a great place to enjoy a holiday with family or friends alike and will undoubtedly add to your experience of this incredible city.

    Please note that check in time is from 3pm and checkout time is 11am.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: On request and with additional cost

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Child Cot and high chair available

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
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
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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Broughton, a neighbourhood in Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A large classical building with tall columns, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking and sitting.
    Calton Hill
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A Playhouse theater with a Shrek Musical poster, a black taxi, and a tree in front.
    Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A park with a pathway, benches, and trees. In the background, there are historic buildings and a clock tower.
    Princes Street
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Balfour Street Tram Stop
    10 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    12 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Not Just Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Santu Coffee Roastery
    5 min walk
  • The Joker & the Thief
    3 min walk
  • CC Blooms
    5 min walk
  • The Walnut
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande' pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande'?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande'?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande'?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande' located?

This family-friendly Edinburgh apartment building is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Princes Street. Royal Mile and George Street are also within 1 mile (2 km). Balfour Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

Stunning Luxury Georgian Penthouse: 'Hopetoun Grande' Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The apartment is stunning, the amount of space and light is amazing and the location is perfect. It’s a very easy walk to the all the main sites and sounds of Edinburgh. We parked easily and the instructions to access the apartment were simple. It is a 3 story walk-up but thats very common in Edinburgh and the shared stairwell was very clean and well maintained. We bumped into a few neighbors who were very friendly. The kitchen is very well appointed and there is a lovely large table in the living room to eat breakfast/dinner. The kitchen is well stocked with cutlery/crockery and pots and pans. Everything you would need. The sofa in one of the bedrooms is a little worse for wear, but other than that, the apartments furniture is comfy and elegant. The shutters all work, allowing for a nice dark bedroom (for those that are jet lagged). We did have an issue with the shower draining but this was addressed promptly. The beds can make up in various combinations, which worked great for us as we needed 4 twins and 1 double. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Lovely apartment in great location. Clean with plenty of space. Comfortable beds. Manager communicated throughout the stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family celebration in Edinburgh

Martin was a great host and was prompt to address minor issues. This apartment is ideally located and made a great base our crew to explore. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Edinburgh Stay

Our entire family loved our stay. The apartment was close to everything!! We used the train, buses, uber for longer distances but walked all over the city as well. Grocery stores are very close by as well as restaurants, bakery, deli and pubs. In addition the accomodations were wonderful! The beds are comfortable and the entire place very comfortable. Lots of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to explore Edinburgh

One quick note about this apartment: it’s on the top floor of a winding staircase, so if you have any mobility issues it might not be for you. That said, it’s a beautiful place in a great location! Lots of pubs and restaurants nearby with easy access to the tram and buses to get into the heart of Edinburgh! Charul and Martin do a great job reaching out to make your stay comfortable. Would definitely recommend as a home base to explore Edinburgh!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

This apartment is in a great location of you don't want to be right in the centre of Edinburgh but withing walking distance of everything and plenty of restaurants etc. The only downs are the three flights of stairs of you're less able, the noise from the road in one bedroom due to being on a bus route, and that one of the showers was out of order at the time which I hadn't been made aware of to my knowledge, so showering 8 guests was tricky. The positives are that the kitchen was stocked with lots of essentials and is well equipped for most dishes to be cooked, the beds were clean and comfy and the heating and hot water system is great. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly in this spacious apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious Family Friendly, Convenient to Transportation

Clean, lots of room, quiet but just off main street with trams and buses. Easy downhill walk from the train station, and close to food and drinks. Must be reasonably fit to manage 72 steps to the third floor but we did it with toddlers and grandparents. Owners responded quickly to a minor issue. Only watch out are the huge old windows that, if opened, would be a safety concern with children. We had cool weather typical for the area and had the windows securely locked. Plenty of kitchen essentials and a nice big table for the whole gang. Loved the historic vibe.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Superb Location

We have made several trips to Scotland dating back to the early 90's. We previously stayed at a family B&B in Dunbar on each of those trips. The owners retired so we looked for a location in Edinburgh that was within walking distance of Waverly Station. This was the perfect location. The accommodations were excellent in a classic Edinburgh neighborhood. Beds, baths, kitchen, living room were great. An historic apartment setting. I appreciated the owners telling the story of the building, the apartment and the neighborhood down through the years. The owners pride for this apartment yielded a great place for us to stay. We only had one question during our stay to which the owners quickly responded. While we love walking and do a lot of it each day. We did find the Edinburgh tram system is awesome. Easy to catch a block away from the apartment. Plenty of good places to eat in the surrounding blocks. A perfect Edinburgh for our family. Mike
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Pros and Cons

Pros:*Great Location, it was walking distance to all the things we wanted to see in old town, including great bars and restaurants one block away.*Beds were comfortable-I would say the space is best suited for 3 couples.*The home was clean and charming.**Pro/Con: 3 flight walk up.Cons:*Phone number was not correct on the confirmation email. I had to call VRBO to get connected to the homeowner. (Stress level was very high by this point.)*Key code number was not correct in the email and took almost an hour to get into the Apartment.*Showers stopped draining water, texted the owner via personal number and VRBO messages and did not get confirmation that messages were received.*Unfinished construction projects in a couple rooms and construction materials in the main bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rooms were comfortable and the kitchen well stocked. Location was good near restaurants, car rental agency and tram.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do not hesitate! This gorgeous 200-year-old 3rd floor flat is exactly as advertised. So much better than any hotel. Our family of 7 thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Great location near Calton Hill. Many restaurants within walking distance. The only caveat - there is no lift (elevator), so all guests must be able to climb 70 steps. Martin was an attentive and helpful host. So glad we chose this as our Edinburgh home base.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. We had what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great apartment for a family vacation.

We loved staying here. The apartment is close to everything and we walked everywhere. Communication was great with the manager, it was very clean, and I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of us (7) recently stayed at Hopetoun Grande (May 2026). The flat is large with four bedrooms, kitchen and a lovely common room which we enjoyed immensely. Location is excellent for a multi-day stay in Edinburgh: walking distance to the old town, new town, Leith, the train station, and restaurants. The apartment is located on the top floor with interior stair access only - 72 steps (no lift). Everyone in our party was 60 and we had no issues but a consideration for those with mobility challenges. Communication with owner was excellent leading up to our arrival and during our stay. Thank you Martin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful, roomy penthouse. 70 steps to climb to it, but well worth the exercise.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Highly recommended!

We loved our stay and would recommend to friends and family. The bathroom is a work of art❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was excellent with royal mile within a 15 min walk and good restaurants in the neighborhood. Very spacious living area easily accommodating up to 7 adults.Warning to those with mobility concerns that the apartment is on the 3rd floor with a spiral staircase and no elevator.We had a fantastic stay and would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time in Edinburgh

Wonderful flat. Great location. Beautiful city. The combination left me speechless
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Penthouse

My family and I loved our stay at this large penthouse conveniently located in Edinburgh. We walked to all of the key areas of the city from this property. Also a short walk from the tram / trolly that takes you to and from the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful flat. As others have noted, the stairs can be intimidating, but the property is worth the climb. The only small issue we noted was a lack of lighting in the stairwell, but assume this is temporary.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing light filled apartment in central Edinburgh

This is a lovely apartment in a historic building in central Edinburgh. It was perfect for our extended family, and we could walk to the major sites. There are some very tasty restaurants nearby. The hosts were quickly responsive to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location to Edinburgh

Had a fantastic stay and was met with no surprises! Apartment was clean & spaciousness. Beds very comfortable. The 3 story climb was a bit rough at the end of a day but well worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Apartment as shown in photos. Yes it is on the third floor with no elevator. Not for the faint of heart, 72 stairs. No designated parking but available on street parking around the block( parking meters)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Characterful apartment in great location for Edinburgh si

Weekend stay for a group of 8 friends looking for home comforts within easy access of Edinburgh centre. The steps to the top floor aren’t for the feint-hearted but they’ll keep you fit, and the apartment is worth the climb!Well-appointed and comfortable apartment for sitting, dining and sleeping for 8 adults. 2 showers came in handy to get everyone out of the door at the same time.Recommended for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is wonderful. Very clean, very spacious, very charming. The host was very nice and responsive. Just know there is no lift, and its on the 3rd floor. I did not know that. Obviously Edinburgh is an old city, but may have been nuce ro kbow ahead of time. But we got good exercise! Great location, good neighbors, and felt very safe. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025