The apartment is spacious, comfortable, and extremely central. The disposition of the rooms meant that we never felt crowded (we had three people in the kitchen all helping prepare dinner at one stage) and had our own personal space in the bedroom as well as common areas for being together. We had a baby bed in one of the rooms as well, and a high chair. But only dining chairs for 4, any visitors can sit on the big corner sofa. Which is awesome for snuggling up in while watching a film. Wish we had had time to watch a film, there are several books and DVDs provided. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of unpacking space. Room for lots of shoes and coats in the hall. Bathroom had a nice hot shower. The kitchen was well-equipped with appliances which all worked, except the waste disposal unit which we Europeans aren't very used to anyway. Although there were technically enough items in the kitchen there were a few things which could be improved quite easily, such as more than 4 forks for 4 people, and fewer chipped glasses / cracked bowls etc. Of course the stairs take a few minutes to climb but absolutely not a deal-breaker; the check-in guy carried one of our suitcases up, and I saw another guy checking in some people, and he carried all of their cases up, in two journeys. Taking the stairs with a baby on your arm or just your shopping, wasn't a problem. You have to expect a little noise from the street at this property, particularly if you have the windows open. It varies a lot throughout the day - we didn't have a problem after midnight any day or after 10pm on most days - and the week - definitely worst on Friday and Saturday. But that is part of the deal when you get such an amazingly central location. I wished that we could have sorted our recycling properly but it doesn't seem to be an option in the flat. We found public sorting facilities at Grassmarket near the Last Drop inn - not far from the apartment but it requires a bit of planning and determination. All in all, a lovely apartment and I would return.

The apartment at Parliament Square was very comfortable and well equipped however the stairs were quite a challenge with two heavy suitcases to transport.

This clean and spacious apartment was perfect for our family of four. The staff was excellent and the apartment could not be in a better location!! We were on the famous mile long street and right next to the castle! Wish I could give more than 5 stars!!

Beautiful flat, situated in a stunning location on the royal mile. Surrounded in history the second you step outside. The flat has everything you need, warm, clean and well presented. Lovely comfortable beds which is great after a day sightseeing. Would highly recommend this stunning flat!

We booked this apartment for 6 nights, mainly due to it's central location in Edinburgh, therefore ensuring we could explore on foot. This apartment is on the top floor, however this just meant we had great views and were therefore a bit away from the noise of the street of a evening. We arrived after the 7pm cut off, but were welcomed by Lucasz who spent his own time showing us around the apartment. We only had one issue, which I reported via text in just before 10pm and just after 8am the following morning we had a maintenance man ringing on the bell to fix it. As we had two children with us, we really made use of the self catering side of the apartment and ordered our food in of an evening rather than eating out (Deliveroo was reliable). The apartment is wonderfully situated, was very clean on arrival and space wise it was perfect for the four of us, and I can really recommend it to anyone wanting to explore Edinburgh and it's delights.

Great apartment,very spacious.Views on to the mile were fantastic.Great place to stay for doing the tourist attractions but great for chilling with a wine and relax after a long day.

What was there not to like about this splendid apartment in the heart of Edinburgh? Trying to find any negatives is quite impossible as it surpassed our every expectation...the location, the comfort, the ambience and the cost were all superb, and, though one has to be reasonably fit to clmb the four floors up the elegant staircase, the effort is so worthwhile when you consider the views from each of the rooms!

I wholeheartedly agree with other positive reviewers, because we enjoyed the same hospitality and consideration by the genuinely nice folks of Edinburgh Self Catering. They could not have been more accommodating or receptive, and I highly recommend ESC. Glenn was very responsive to my email inquiries and Dave was great on our arrival in familiarizing us with the place. My husband and daughter and I stayed in this apartment over Christmas and Hogmanay, and we had a truly memorable holiday. To say this building is well located is an understatement. The Old Town Ceilidh on December 31 is held in the courtyard of St. Giles, which is literally outside the front door. Online photos of this apartment don't do it justice - the rooms are good sized and the high ceilings and beautiful large windows add to the ambiance. Overall, the apartment is roomy, well laid-out and incredibly well appointed – especially the kitchen. (Need a corkscrew? I found three.) I never had a great appreciation for appliance manuals before – but the binder of manuals was especially helpful when trying to figure out things like the unfamiliar combo washer/dryer. The bedrooms were very comfortable, and the shutters worked well to block both sound and light to ensure a good night’s sleep. Our daughter loved her room with the view of the cathedral (which she immediately Instagrammed). The bathroom was very large with a number of shelves, which is useful. The shower itself was fantastic. I'm not a shopping expert by any means, but I did come across a few shops nearby which you may want to check out: Groceries: Close by Sainsbury's (79 South Bridge) is convenient. For a larger, more upscale grocery store, there’s M&S. Scottish goods: Cranachan & Crowdie (263 Canongate). Not only does it offer a nice variety of Scottish goods at reasonable prices, but the owner and her staff were very friendly. Hats: For a great selection of hats, Fabhatrix (13 Cowgatehead). Scarves/Sweaters: It seems nearly every store on the Royal Mile sells wool and cashmere, so you’ll have many options. I gravitated toward Marchbrae (just up the street) and Dunedin Cashmere (around the corner next to Starbucks) – both nice shops with good selections and conveniently located. Souvenirs: Victoria Street/W. Bow is not only picturesque, but there are a number of fun shops to explore on this street, including The Mutt’s Nuts (108 W. Bow). This fun, funky shop is filled with clever and quirky items, affordably priced. The gift shops at both the Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse had a nice selection of souvenirs as well. And, of course, during the holidays, be sure to check out the Christmas market. As mentioned in previous reviews, the only negative for this property is the stairs. Inasmuch as navigating Edinburgh generally involves climbing many hills and stairs, these were just additional steps that offset our intake of shortbread. The good news is at the top of those stairs is an apartment with a wonderful fireplace…..a perfect setting to cozy up in front of on a cold December night. Positives: location, incredible views, comfortable, well appointed, well maintained, well-managed, very clean. Negatives: stairs (I know, everyone says the stairs).

Location, location, location! You couldn't find a better and more central location in all of Edinburgh. Walking distance to everything, the castle, shops, great restaurants and night life. Minutes away from the train station. The apartment was so perfect for our family of 4. Large, quite, clean, everything needed to make a comfortable and convenient stay. Glenn was easy to work with and responded quickly. We were met by Dave who showed us the lovely flat and answered all our tourist question. We have stayed in A LOT of VRBO's over the past 20 years and this is definitely one of our favorites.

The property is a fantastic location though the stairs take their toll after a while. Not advisable if unfit or elderly. No lift either. Property is a little tired now inside and could just do with a lick of paint and some plastering to the cracks. Beds are comfortable but could do with some of the space being turned into another toilet - but as listed building probably not possible. Shame! With teenage kids you could imagine the wait for the loo could be a long one! With all of this I would revisit as the location wins the day!