BEAVERHALL HOLIDAY APARTMENTS, Edinburgh

Beaverhall Apartments are situated on a peaceful residential road about 2 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 2 km from Camera Obscura and the Royal Mile. The central attractions and Waverley Station are a 25-30 minute walk, with Edinburgh Castle reachable in around 35 minutes. The nearby bus stop on Rodney Street provides links to the city centre. Two major supermarkets (Tesco and Lidl) are within a 5-minute walk. Street parking is available on Beaverhall Road with free spaces on weekends. The area is generally quiet, though the on-site bar can produce noise late into the night.

Each apartment is decorated in an industrial style and includes a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, and dishwasher. Lounge areas feature flat-screen TVs with Netflix and Amazon Prime access. Bed configurations vary: apartments 1, 2, and 3 have king beds, while apartment 4 has a day bed (two 80 cm beds). Some studios use sofa beds, which are less comfortable for longer stays. Private bathrooms have rain showers, and all apartments provide hairdryers, irons, and ironing boards. Floor plans are available in the photo gallery. For families, apartment 3 accommodates 2 adults and 3 children with one king bed and bunk beds.

Each apartment includes a fully fitted kitchen with a hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, and dishwasher-suitable for preparing meals. On arrival, the property provides a basic continental breakfast of milk, orange or apple juice, cereal, butter, and jam. Several cafes are within a 0.5 km walk, including Crumbs Cafe and The Bearded Baker. The location also offers easy access to Lidl and Tesco supermarkets for self-catering supplies. The apartment does not have an on-site restaurant, so dining is either self-catered or at nearby eateries.

Leisure options at the property are limited but thoughtful. The provided facilities include hiking opportunities in the surrounding area and movie nights with on-demand streaming. The property offers books, board games, yoga mats, and umbrellas upon request. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is within easy walking distance, providing a tranquil outdoor space. There is no pool, gym, or spa on-site.

All apartments have free Wi-Fi, and the property offers express self-check-in/check-out with keyless entry. A washing machine and dryer are available for guest use. Cots can be provided on request. The property is non-smoking and has security features including key access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Accepted payment methods are Visa and MasterCard. Note that the building has no lift, and some apartments are accessed via a significant flight of stairs. Housekeeping is provided on arrival and departure only; daily cleaning is not offered.