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$290 / night
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Ladystairs 2, on Royal Mile, 150 metres from Edinburgh Castle – Home 2741880 House

  • 1 bedroom
  • 3 sleeps
  •  min stay varies

Ladystairs 2, on Royal Mile, 150 metres from Edinburgh Castle – Home 2741880

  • House
  • 1 bedroom
  • sleeps 3
  •  min stay varies

Key Info

  • Child Friendly
  • No pets allowed

Description from manager

Description

This self catering apartment is in a superb location on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, less than 150 metres from Edinburgh Castle. There are many attractions within a short walk including museums and attractions as well as restaurants, pubs and cafes. The flat overlooks the writer’s museum at the rear and the courtyard where Robert Burns once lived. At the front the flat overlooks Lawnmarket on the Royal Mile.

An ideal base from which to enjoy Edinburgh's many attractions. This self catering apartment is on the second floor of a traditional tenement building and is reached via traditional Edinburgh turret stairs.

The flat has an entrance hall, one double bedroom, shower room and living room/kitchen. If using the sofa bed the flat can sleep up to three people.

The bedroom has a double bed, wardrobe, shelves and is at the rear of the flat overlooking the rear courtyard with a view out towards the River Forth and beyond.

The bright living room at the front of the flat has two windows (one with a window seat) looking out over the vibrant Royal Mile. The room has a comfortable 3 seater sofa bed (which forms a large double bed), a dining table with two chairs a TV is provided as is a fast broadband internet connection.

The kitchen area is fully equipped with built-in electric oven and grill, built in ceramic hob, microwave, washing machine and fridge.

The shower room has a white suite - sink and toilet - with plenty of shelf space for storage.

* All gas & electricity costs are included in the rental.

* Linen and towels are provided.

* Complimentary items are provided for your arrival.

* Ironing facilities and a hair dryer are provided.

* The airport bus drop off point and main railway station are 5 minutes walk.

Restrictions

* No smoking is allowed within the apartment.

* No pets.

* We regret that this 2nd floor flat will be unsuitable for some people with disabilities as there are only stairs.

* No lift is available.

* Strictly no parties - Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00 to respect neighbouring properties.

Access Arrangements

A "meet and greet" service is operated , whereby you will be met at a property at a pre-arranged time to give access. Full instructions of this procedure can be found in the secure guest area after a booking has been completed. It is very important that an approximate arrival time is provided before arrival for this process. Formal entry is from 14:00 onwards. if your arrival is before this time we will endeavour to provide access but this cannot be guaranteed . Departure is by 10am, if a late departure is required we endeavour to provide one when possible, if a booking is made to arrive on the day of departure(this could occur only the day before), the property must be vacated by 10am. A guaranteed late departure can only be achieved by booking to depart the day after. Please advise if you want to add this to your booking.

Please note that arrivals after 19:00 will incur a range of late arrival fee.

**LATE ARRIVAL: fees, 19:00 - 22:30 - 15 pounds, 22:31 - 00:00 - 30 pounds and 00:01 - 02:00 - 50 pounds. The latest access can be given is 02:00, otherwise it is given at 08:00 the next day. ESC accept no liability for any costs involved in alternative accommodation for this 6 hour period.

A deposit of 25% is payable on booking and the outstanding balance of the rental price must be received 2 months prior to your arrival date. For bookings made less than eight weeks before your arrival date the whole rental price falls payable at the time of booking. Please note that a separate 200 pounds refundable key/security deposit must be provided prior to arrival. This is rescinded 5 days after departure.

If you have any queries or require further information regarding this property please do not hesitate to contact us.

1 x standard double bed, 1 x sofabed. (please advise if required if only two guests)

Registration or Licence Ref: EH-70228-P (expiry: 20th Jan 2025)

EPC: D

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • 1 Full bath

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Internet access
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($248.96) £200.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.

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About the manager

Edinburgh Sc (Self Catering) Ltd
Average reply time:
30 minutes
Response rate:
90%
Calendar last updated:
25 Apr 2024
Years listed:
14
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Very Good
55 reviews

Excellent
28
Very Good
26
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
1

“Lovely apartment, super location.”

Reviewed 14 Oct 2019

My mum and I enjoyed a lovely few days here. The apartment even included complimentary tea bags and milk so no dashing to the supermarket before unpacking! Location is right on royal mile with easy ac… More

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“Buena elección.”

Reviewed 7 Jun 2018

Fuimos varios días por el Marathon de Edimburgo, temporada alta por tanto y viendo precios de hoteles nos decidimos a probar el apartamento. Nos gustó bastante. A favor - ubicaci&oacu… More

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“Awesome location”

Reviewed 6 Oct 2017

Right on Lawnmarket, superb location. If they offered a grocery service would be even better. Yes we were 2 flights up, 42 steps, & no lift, but it's a heritage building - superb. Would def r… More

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“Ideal city city centre location”

Reviewed 17 Sep 2017

Found this apartment to be a perfect place to stay for our recent visit to the city for the tattoo and fringe. Given the price of hotels and restaurants in the city centre it made sound financial sens… More

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“Perfect location for a visit to Edinburgh”

Reviewed 3 May 2017

Excellent Self-Catering unit overlooking the Royal Mile, and from the bedroom window, the Lady Stairs Mansion. Recommend you contact the owner just before you arrive to avoid any confusion at the sta… More

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Response from the manager Thank you for leaving a review and that you enjoyed the recently refurbished Ladystairs 2 apt. Hope to see you back. Regards, Glenn ESC Ltd

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“A little gem of a place”

Reviewed 22 Mar 2017

A fantastic little place, reached by a steep spiral staircase, really cosy. Lovely to sit overlooking the Royal Mile.

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Response from the manager Thank you for finding the time to leave a review and that you enjoyed the recently refurbished Ladystairs property. Always good to know it contributed to a successful trip. Regards Glenn ESC Ltd

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Fantastic apartment and lication”

Reviewed 5 Mar 2017

I highly recommend staying at Ladystairs, this is a fabulous location and apartment. From the moment I booked, it was a very organised, helpful and easy arrangement even down to a very handy list of n… More

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Response from the manager Thank you finding the time to leave a review and that the recently refurbished Ladystairs 2 apt played it's part in an enjoyable time in Edinburgh. Regards Glenn ESC Ltd

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Perfect stay”

Reviewed 5 Sep 2016

Stayed at this lovely apartment in early August for 4 days. apartment is perfect for a couple who want to be in the heart of Edinburgh. We loved the location. Apartment was well equipped. My only min… More

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Response from the manager Thank you for finding the time to leave a review and the valuable feedback. Ladystairs is scheduled for a refresh in the new year and a new shower is part of the plan. Regards, Glenn ESC Ltd

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Clean and compact flat in a super location.”

Reviewed 2 Aug 2016

Every thing for a couple for a really good time in the heart of old town. Not suitable for disabled guests due to steps. Can take 4 adults but a squeeze. The wifi is good and good support available.

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“Weekend stay”

Reviewed 2 Aug 2016

Perfect little apartment! Me and 2 friends stayed for the weekend and we absolutely loved it. Perfect location, so much to do near by and the apartment itself is a great size and was lovely to stay in… More

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FAQs

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Why can't I call the property manager before booking?

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If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact the property manager to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send the property manager a message.

If the property manager agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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