GRASSMARKET OLD TOWN BOUTIQUE APARTMENT, Edinburgh

The location places you directly within the lively pub-and-cafe scene of Grassmarket, with numerous dining options such as Makars Gourmet Mash Bar (0.5 km), Maggie Dickson's Pub, Zaza's Coffee House, Oink, and The Last Drop all within a 3-minute walk. Edinburgh Castle is 500 metres away, and the Royal Mile is 200 metres away. Edinburgh Airport is 11 km from the property; the most direct transfer is by taxi, while Edinburgh Trams and the Lothian Airlink Bus stop on Princes Street (a 12-minute walk from the apartment). Despite being above a pub, the bedroom is positioned at the back, making it quiet at night.

The apartment is on the first floor (12 steps up, no lift) and offers a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The bedroom has a king-size bed that does not split into single beds, a wardrobe, and garden views with a sightline to Edinburgh Castle. The living area includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, and a dining table. The kitchen is fully fitted with a stovetop, oven, microwave, refrigerator, kettle, cookware/kitchen utensils, a washing machine, and a dryer. The apartment also has heating, safety features including a safety deposit box, fire extinguisher and smoke alarm, non-smoking throughout, and board games/puzzles available for guests. Operable windows let in fresh air on warmer days. The decor features Scottish accents such as tartan blankets and a highland cow, adding a local character to the space.

The kitchen comes with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, kettle, washing machine, and dryer, giving you full self-catering flexibility. There is no restaurant or dining service on the property. The surrounding Grassmarket area is packed with dining options: The Last Drop, Maggie Dickson's Pub, Zaza's Coffee House, Oink, Graze On Grassmarket, and many more are within a 3-minute walk. Several breakfast cafes are also within a few minutes' walk.

No spa, swimming pool, or gym facilities are available at the apartment. Leisure is centred on the apartment's historic setting and its location right on Grassmarket Square, surrounded by pubs, cafes and restaurants. Board games/puzzles are provided inside the apartment for quiet downtime.

The apartment offers free Wi-Fi in all areas. Guest services include concierge assistance and private check-in/check-out. Luggage storage is available at the nearby Festival Stores Grassmarket (daily fee). Parking: no parking on site; short-term metered spaces on Grassmarket and an NCP car park 300 metres away on Castle Terrace. The property is non-smoking and does not allow pets. Accepted payment methods: American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard. A safety deposit box, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers are provided for security.