Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre

Exterior
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(204 Ratings)

Apartment in Edinburgh

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this apartment rental

We are delighted to offer this luxury self-catering holiday apartment situated in the heart of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile, close to St Giles Cathedral and Edinburgh Castle.
It offers ideal holiday accommodation for a short break in the very heart of Edinburgh. The apartment is on the third floor, with large windows overlooking the pedestrian precinct area of the Royal Mile.
The sittingroom has comfortable, built-in window seats, where guests can sit and watch the ever changing bustle of the Royal Mile below. The sitting / dining / kitchen area is open-plan.
The comfortable sitting area has a digital television with Freeview, DVD player and a CD / radio with an iPod dock. The fully fitted and well equipped kitchen has a gas hob, electric oven, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, iron and microwave. There is a large dining table that can seat up to eight guests.
Wireless Internet broadband is provided for use with your own laptop, tablet or smart phone.
The sleeping accommodation comprises two bedrooms: one double to the rear of the apartment and one twin with secondary glazing to the front.
The bathroom has a shower over the bath.
The apartment is tastefully furnished with quality furniture that matches the attractive wood finish of the apartment.
Full bedding and towels are provided.
The property has full gas central heating.
The owners provide a complimentary welcome basket containing fruit juice, coffee, tea, sugar, milk and biscuits.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly

Map of Edinburgh

££££
vrbo logo

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(204 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
Perfect location for fringe. Gorgeous aoartmentwith
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
We were extremely comfortable in Derek’s apartment. Location was great and Derek very communicative. Highly recommend !
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
We stayed here for 2 nights in August. The apartment was beautiful and overlooked High St., so it was centrally located and we could watch the Fringe street performers from the windows! This made it a bit loud during the day, but the busking stopped around 9 PM, so we didn't have any problems sleeping. The host provided check in information in a timely manner, and everything went seamlessly. Would definitely recommend as a fun place to stay while visiting Edinburgh.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
We are a family of 4 adults who prefer to have our own place to spread out, make meals, and that allows us to walk to major attractions. This flat did not disappoint. It's exactly as depicted in the photos, with plenty of space. It was well-appointed. We happened to be in Edinburgh during the Festival Fringe and the large picture windows and benches allowed us a great view of the street performers. We did not have a problem with noise in the evenings, as things quiet down by 10. The flat is also within walking distance to numerous grocery stores, which made it easy to pick up provisions. If I had to criticize anything, it would be that the flat's floors are very squeaky. It didn't bother me, but apparently I had family members wake from time to time when someone needed the restroom in the middle of the night. And to reach it, you have to climb up and down a very steep narrow staircase. It wasn't a problem on a daily basis but we had a very heavy suitcase that was a bear to bring up and down. Overall, I was very happy with this stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This property is wonderful. It has historic charm and appears to be renovated to match the location. It is very comfortable with a large living area great for socializing and loved sitting on the window seats looking out at the activities below. We enjoyed the ability to walk around and see the sights with everything close by. The apartment is well furnished with everything you need for a great stay. Will definitely try and book again if we return to Edinburgh.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Perfect location staying on the Royal Mile. We could walk everywhere plus watch all the street entertainment outside the apartment! The stairs up to the apartment are not suitable for people with accessibility challenges so that is the only issue. Great communication with Derek which was appreciated!!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This place is all about location. You are in the middle of everything going on in Edinburgh when you stay here. The other reviews and listing are helpful to letting you know that you will have to navigate a lot of stairs but for us it was definitely worth it. Tip if you have a car- find a spot to pull over on St. Giles if you can- unload luggage, Have one person stay with car and one person go up to apartment to get placard for parking. It is great that a parking spot is included but it is .7 miles away and you need to put placard on dashboard. It does get noisy during the day but if you close windows and shutters it is not too bad. We actually really enjoyed watching all the action when we were in. The apartment is very comfortable and includes everything you would need. Highly recommend.
8.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
My family and I had a great time at this property.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Edinburgh?

The average price for a rental in Edinburgh is £96 per night. This rental is £256 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Overlooks historic Royal Mile , 166 High Street, Old Town. City Centre?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

Explore similar vacation rentals in Edinburgh

Explore all rentals in Edinburgh

Edinburgh travel inspiration

Read our blog