NIDDRY STREET APARTMENTS EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

The apartments sit on Niddry Street, on the Royal Mile, putting Edinburgh Castle (1 km), the National Museum of Scotland (4 minutes walk), Camera Obscura, and Arthur's Seat all within easy reach. Waverley Station is 400 metres away, and the airport bus stops a 5-minute walk from the property. The surrounding area is packed with pubs, nightclubs, and late-night venues, which creates a lively, noisy environment - particularly at night and on weekends. The walk from the station can include steep stair alleyways, so for those with heavy luggage, taking a taxi or choosing a route via the Royal Mile will be easier. The nearest paid parking is at the Radisson Blu, less than 100 metres away.

The apartments come as 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom units, each with a private bathroom, a living room with sofa bed, and a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and kitchenware. Each flat has a washing machine, flat-screen TV with cable channels, heating, and hairdryer. Bed sizes include double, twin, and sofa bed configurations; some bookings have required guests to make up their own sofa bed. Noise levels are high, especially in street-facing rooms, due to single-glazed windows and nearby pubs open until 3-5 am. Beds have been described as comfortable by some, though springy or sagging by others. The apartments vary in condition - some are well-maintained and clean, while others show wear (peeling wallpaper, uneven flooring, mould in bathrooms). Rooms are spacious and bright, with views of the Royal Mile from some windows.

The apartments have a private kitchenette, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. A welcome pack with tea, coffee, sugar, and milk is provided. There is no restaurant or breakfast service at the property. The immediate area on the Royal Mile offers numerous pubs, cafes, and takeaways within a 0.5 km walk - including options for Italian, Indian, and Scottish cuisine. For those wanting a full or varied breakfast without cooking, nearby cafes serve morning meals.

No wellness or leisure facilities are available at Niddry Street Apartments. The central location means guests are a short walk from Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Camera Obscura, the National Museum of Scotland, and Arthur's Seat. Boating, kayaking, and canoeing are possible nearby, but no facilities are provided by the property.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the apartments, though reception can be slow in some flats. Luggage storage can be arranged from 11:00 to 16:00 on the day of arrival or departure, by prior arrangement. Key collection is at a pizza restaurant adjacent to the building. Late check-in and check-out are possible by prior arrangement only; early check-in (before 15:00) is subject to availability and confirmation one day before arrival. There is no lift, no parking, no restaurant, and no spa or pool. The property is non-smoking and does not allow pets. Payment is taken online at the time of booking; a £200 security deposit is blocked on your card.