[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse Apartment with kitchen, a short walk to Edinburgh Castle ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505900/99505805/4d38938c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505900/99505805/3e11c865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505900/99505805/w1021h677x3y3-01531ae4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505900/99505805/c2972987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99505900/99505805/301f1f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience Edinburgh's historic charm at James Court, a 1723-built apartment just off the Royal Mile in Old Town. Elegantly furnished and offering city views, this spacious retreat features a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and five bedrooms across two levels. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 141654 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Ocean view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse Steeped in history, James Court was built in 1723 and has housed many notable figures in its lifetime. A stone archway leads to a fairy tale traditional spiral staircase which rises to this beautiful charming apartment - just off the Royal Mile in Edinburgh's historic Old Town. The property itself is a fifth floor apartment laid out over two levels & joined by an inner spiral staircase. Elegantly furnished, & with stunning views over the city, this will provide a dream stay in Edinburgh. This is a fully licensed 5 bedroom apartment, with 3 bathrooms and a living room which can be used as a 6th sleeping area. The main living area is on the lower floor, as are all the bathrooms and 3 of the bedrooms. The property has a spacious kitchen and a dining area on this level. Upstairs there is another bedroom and a loft space, which serves as the final 5th bedroom. Despite being right on the Royal Mile, a stone's throw from the Castle, it is a surprisingly quiet flat. You will be renting the entire apartment. One important thing to note: The flat is on the fifth floor, and there is no lift access. I can arrange for someone to meet you at the apartment to assist in carrying your luggage upstairs if required - it would be no problem at all, and this would be free of charge. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask :) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Unit size: 1,654 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48680000/48679500/48679452/23946810.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Georgian Apartment in the heart of Edinburgh's Newtown. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Edinburgh, this apartment is in the city center. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh.dx6069845) [View more Apartments in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Apartments.d6069845-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.94941%2C-3.19384&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iAxGfahlPzj08cnXdwHnFOQqTWY=) Edinburgh, Scotland ### What's nearby - Grassmarket - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Edinburgh Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km ### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min walk - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Deacon Brodies Tavern - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Scotch Whisky Experience - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ensign Ewart - ‬1 min walk - ‪Knoops - ‬2 min walk - ‪Makars Gourmet Mash Bar - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse on Oct 20, 2025 start from CA $681.72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Stunning-2-Storey-Royal-Mile-Penthouse.h99505805.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse located? > Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Writers' Museum, Edinburgh Castle, and Grassmarket. Royal Mile and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Princes Street Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stunning 5 Bedroom Royal Mile Penthouse Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Klynn L. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location The location was wonderful--right in the heart of Old Town. The apartment was comfortable and beautiful. The stairs were amazing stone--but not for the faint of heart! Thank you, we had a wonderful time. ##### Klynn L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue B. Jan 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Yes there are steps - but Scott was brilliant and helped us with luggage. An the view and locations makes up for a few ancient and beautiful steps x ##### Sue B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob Z. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location! Great Host! Perfect location for our group of 8 that only had one day to see the city. Walk to the castle and many pubs and restaurants! Just be prepared to take the steps up to the penthouse! Scott was an awesome host and very responsive when we had questions, he even helped us with our luggage! ##### Bob Z. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jesse & Jen H. Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very accomodating The host was amazing! He allowed us to drop our bags off hours early, eben before he'd had a chance to get there to clean up from the last guests. When we left, my son forgot his sketch book amd he even mailed it back to the US for free. So pleasant to deal with! Be warned though, there are a Lot of stairs going up to the flat. Worth the climb once you get up there though ##### Jesse & Jen H. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt P. Apr 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Space and Great Host We had a great stay in Edinburgh! The place was perfect for our group of 8 adults, 1 child, and an infant. The property was clean, we had all the amenities that we needed, and it was close to all the tourist attractions we wanted to visit. The location was a little tricky to find (the listed address was not correct on Google and Apple Maps), but Scott was great about meeting us and getting us to the right address. Important to note that there are 5 flights of spiral stairs to reach the apartment. Our group was all able-bodied and Scott was AMAZING at helping us carry all of our luggage UP and DOWN, but this could be a challenge if you have any individuals who may not be able to take that many stairs. Scott was so kind and also flexible about check-in so we didn't miss any must-see parts of Edinburgh. Highly recommend this property! ##### Matt P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike M. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place and excellent location Communication was good with the host. The place was spacious and clean. Highly recommended for a large group. ##### Mike M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### John C. Sep 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Good Unit bad Entrance I knew it was a 5 story walk up but what I didn't know is that 95 steps straight up a narrow spiral staircase. Not secure from the outside into the staircase as there was a homeless man and his dog hanging out in there. 2 of the bedrooms are up another spiral staircase without a bathroom. Unit itself was otherwise OK. Great location. ##### John C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Codie M. Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second Honeymoon and high school senior trip We had an amazing time in this flat. The view is something that you wouldn't be able to get anywhere else. The stairs going up to the flat are an amazing workout. The flat was super clean will described in the description. Staying in the royal mile was so much fun and busy. ##### Codie M. 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