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Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Popular LocationGrassmarket1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEdinburgh Castle4 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoyal Mile10 min walk
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)16 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Heart of Edinburgh.A stay at this Old Town Edinburgh apartment places you steps from Grassmarket and a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grassmarket - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Castle - 4 min walk
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street - 8 min walk
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Scotch Whisky Experience - 3 min walk
  • Cold Town House - 2 min walk
  • Castle Arms - 3 min walk
  • Biddy Mulligans - 2 min walk
  • The Last Drop - 1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket)

Covid 19 Update
Our apartments are now open again and we are ready to welcome our guests back. Edinburgh is also ready to welcome guests again. We want you to be able to book with confidence so we are guaranteeing a FULL refund if your booking has to be cancelled due to flight cancellations or any lockdowns in Edinburgh. This applies to bookings from July 2020 onwards. We have also updated our welcome packs to include facemasks, sanitiser and extra cleaning products. All of our apartment utilise key safes so are contact free. We look forward to welcoming you to our apartment soon.

This apartment is on the top floor allowing for great panoramic over the castle. The square itself boasts a vast array of shops/cafes/pubs and restaurants. The apartment is compact, bright and clean and provides a great location to explore the Edinburgh Festival. There is a double bed and a sofa bed and comfortably sleeps 4. The kitchen has all the facilities and equipment you need to fully self cater including a dishwasher and a washer/dryer. There is a multi storey car park within a 2 minute walk of the apartment. Although there is no real requirement for a car, as you could not get more central than this apartment which nestles into the very castle rock itself. For cost conscious visitors to the festival this flat is the ideal offering. Studio apartment with balcony viewing the castle, smart TV, 1 double bed and 1 double sofa bed. All towels, bedding, etc supplied. Washing machine/dryer and dishwasher inc. Recently fully renovated and includes free high speed wireless broadband and Netflix.

Entry is anytime after 1pm. Check out is by 10am. All bookings are based on sharing. Early arrival and late check out can be arranged with additional cost will be determined by circumstance. Bookings are based on sharing.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Genuine Castle View Apartment Edinburgh
Genuine Castle View Edinburgh
Genuine Castle Enburgh
Genuine Castle View
Genuine Grassmarket Edinburgh
Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) Apartment
Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) Edinburgh
Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) Apartment Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) to the airport?

This apartment is 7.7 mi (16-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) to the beach?

This apartment is 4 mi (18-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 19.1 mi (45-min drive) from Silver Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket)?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket)?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket)?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) to downtown Edinburgh?

This apartment is 0.5 mi away from Edinburgh.

Genuine Castle View (Grassmarket) Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!
Went to Edinburgh for Royal Military Tattoo. Location was literally steps away. Couldn’t have asked for a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and great flat.
We loved staying at this property. The location is fantastic. There are a lot of stairs but we knew that going in and so it didn’t bother us. The flat was clean and comfortable and just exactly as described. We would love to stay here again on our next trip to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Peter S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The location of the apartment was excellent. There is everything within walking distance with restaurants and local attractions.The view of the Castle from the balcony was fantastic. Unfortunately the cleanliness of the apartment was not up to standard. On arrival the carpet was covered with pieces of white tissue so we had to vacuum before we settled in. Also pieces of crockery were chipped and although the apartment is suppose to accommodate four guests there were only two wine glasses, one huge and one very small. Small things that add up to not a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and a good value
This was a comfortable apartment in a convenient location. It was great having a full kitchen. The bed was probably the most comfortable I've slept in away from home! It was a much better value than a hotel. If staying during warmer months, I suggest bringing ear plugs if you are a light sleeper and might want to sleep with a cracked window. The apartment is very quiet with the windows closed but it can get a little noisy at times at night with open windows due to the bars and restaurants on the other side of the building at ground level. I imagine this is true for most places in the tourist areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fringe festival for the family
This is in a great spot for fringe festival, my wife and son stayed here, and it was amazing! Got to listen to the Tattoo at night from the balcony! Just a great spot to view the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M., New Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location!
This cozy rental is perfectly placed in Edinburgh’s active Grassmarket District. The property is well equipped for 2 guests and is close to everything. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
The place is great and although the 57 steps up were a lot after so many days walking the view made it all worth it. The flat is in a great location to many places. The hot water was a little different and would just swing from hot to cold that made for taking a shower hard. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Twyla J.

Great location
Fantastic location in the heart of old Edinburgh. This flat is not for the faint of heart though as there are about 60 steps to haul your luggage up to the apartment. Parking is very expensive as well. Other than that it’s well equipped and in a beautiful spot. If you have a hard time walking this is not the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M., Eagan, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal Location
We loved staying at this property! My husband and I spent 3 nights in Edinburgh. This location right in Grassmarket was perfect for sightseeing on and around the Royal Mile. There are three floors to climb to reach the flat (so pack light!), but it pays off. The place was charming, clean and well-equipped, and Barry was a helpful host. Plenty of good restaurants and pubs just below. Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bill S., Lumsden, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Location
This apartment is located right in the Grass Market in the Old Town of Edinburgh. Steps away from the door are restaurants, bars and shops. The castle is in plain sight out of the windows and off the balcony - pretty hard to beat a view like that. Everything in the apartment worked well and the accomodations are very good. There are 3 flights of stairs to get up to the apartment so if you can't do stairs this would be a problem - we found that it was a good bit of exercise.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019