Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment; building dating back to 1634, offers unique self catering accommodations 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 656 feet 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 984 feet from Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment, while Edinburgh Castle is 1640 feet from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 6.8 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located 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.

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
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

  • Nathan
    Australia Australia
    Location was incredible and decor was gorgeous too. It was a really comfortable and beautiful apartment.
  • Stephen
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved everything. The host met us on location, and the flat was even more beautiful than we expected. I cannot think of a better location in all of Edinburgh than this place. The decor and attention to detail to make you feel like you were...
  • Joseph
    Canada Canada
    Absolutely fabulous, the best location in Edinburgh. You will have the time of your life.
  • Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was great and the apartment was decorated beautifully. Very clean and close to many activities.
  • Lafayette
    United States of America United States of America
    Adorable apartment in a great central location. The apartment had everything we could possibly want and the hosts were incredibly helpful, and offered a lot of great recommendations for around the area. It was also pretty amazing to get to look...
  • Chelsie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location Spotlessly clean Tastefully decorated Helpful owners
  • Kristi
    United States of America United States of America
    The apt. was very comfortable and homey. Close to everything. I loved that part
  • Suzanne
    United States of America United States of America
    The location of this flat is exceptional with easy access to all the things we wanted to see. The Grassmarket is a charming locations with lots of food options nearby. The flat has everything one could want including a washing machine and easy...
  • Sophie
    United States of America United States of America
    A really nice location in the middle of old town Edinburgh. The flat is very comfortable and Greg and Amanda have decorated it so nicely! Easy to find and good communication with hosts.
  • Mirelys
    Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
    We liked everything in this property. The decoration, location, the space and comfy bed.

Hosted by Amanda

9.9
9.9
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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

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • 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
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting 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
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about $65. This will be collected by PayPal. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per stay

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscoverCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Late check-in fees: Arrivals after 21:00: GBP 25 Arrivals after midnight: GBP 50

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

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

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) 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 by 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):

    • The prices at Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment is 500 feet from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

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

      • 1 bedroom

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