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Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment; building dating back to 1634, offers unique self catering accommodation directly located within the buzzy street bars and cafes of the Grassmarket Square, Old Town, Edinburgh. The apartment is steps away from picturesque Victoria Street and 200 metres from Royal Mile. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. There is a lounge and dining area along with kitchen complete with oven, hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine. The peaceful bedroom overlooks a tranquil garden with views up to Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Military Tattoo is 300 metres from Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment, while Edinburgh Castle is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 11 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Edinburgh
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Diane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location. Superbly kitted out with lovely Scottish themed decor.
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    Donna
    Canada Canada
    I loved the proximity to local attractions and public transit, the quiet nights, and the cleanliness of the apt. I was also very appreciative of the owner’s kindness and understanding of our delay on arrival. I would definitely recommend this...
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, the little touches of tartan blankets & highland cow were cute. The flat was very clean and had everything we needed.
  • Janice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was perfect location. Clean , comfortable, everything you could need , lovely decor!
  • Samantha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location of this apartment is excellent, within walking distance of many of the sites. Even though the apartment is on a main tourist street, the noise was minimal and we had no trouble sleeping. The bed was very comfortable, and the apartment...
  • Erin
    Italy Italy
    Beautiful and so well decorated! Such a perfect location too!
  • Prats
    Spain Spain
    The decor was really beautiful, the bed was really comfortable, the location was perfect, the hosts were really nice and helpful and the apartment was perfectly equipped.
  • Gail
    Australia Australia
    Easy communication, fast friendly key pick up, perfect location with fantastic resturants, bars & attractions within easy walking distance. Apartment is beautifully furnished, extremely comfortable, exceptionally clean & well equipped for all self...
  • Roy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The place is in a perfect spot, absolutely brilliant for all sightseeing places. the apartment was immaculate all the way through, it was everything you could wish for and more!
  • Małgorzata
    Poland Poland
    The apartment is wonderful, decorated with attention to every detail, in the Scottish style, so you can feel the atmosphere of Scotland. The apartment exceeded our expectations! It is incredibly located, close to everything. Just around the corner...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Amanda

9.8
9.8
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Amanda
Personal welcome on arrival… unique, quirky interior with warm and cosy Scottish ambience. A blend of vintage and retro... artsy and contemporary. Lounge overlooks lively Grassmarket… bedroom enjoys tranquil garden with castle view.
Born in Scotland, a qualified graphic and interior designer, I have worked with various travel and lifestyle magazines. Our close family love travel and experiencing worldwide cultures. I enjoy yoga, meditation, reading and the outdoor life.
Historic gallows, cobbled streets… Grassmarket hosts an array of outdoor street cafes, bars and restaurants together with abundant specialist artisan stores. Weekend street market. “Granny Green’s Steps” provide direct access to Edinburgh castle.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per stay

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 11:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Late check-in fees: Arrivals between 19:00 and 22:30 will incur an additional £15.00 surcharge; 22:30 until midnight £30.00 and midnight until 02:00 £50.00

Please note during rugby tournaments and Hogmanay celebrations, Grassmarket Old Town Vacation Apartment welcomes families only.

Please inform Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of £50 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: C, EH-70621-F

FAQs about Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment

  • Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment is 150 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • The prices at Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.