Holiday flats, rentals in city centre for short or long term
Lochend Serviced Apartments
EH7 6ET, Edinburgh, 149/1 Lochend Road
Lochend Apartments are a complex of 50 serviced apartments, situated in Leith, 1.6 miles from Edinburgh Princes Street/Royal Mile, 1.4 miles from Edinburgh Playhouse and less than a mile from Leith Ocean Terminal/Royal Yacht Britannia.... read more
1756 reviews 8.1
Princes Street Suites
EH1 3EG, Edinburgh, 16 Waterloo Place
With stylish décor and free Wi-Fi available throughout, the 4-star Princes Street Suites overlook Edinburgh Castle. The suites are just 200 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station. The award-winning Princes Street Suites have chic, modern... read more
2161 reviews 9
The Knight Residence by Mansley
EH3 9DJ, Edinburgh, 12 Lauriston Street
Just 5 minutes' walk from the Grassmarket’s bars and restaurants, The Knight Residence apartments are located 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Castle. A welcome basket is provided, which includes a selection of tea, coffee, milk and... read more
1280 reviews 9.1
Cairn Hotel & Apartments
EH7 5JR, Edinburgh, 10/18 Windsor Street
The Cairn Hotel is 800 metres from Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station and the shops, theatres and nightlife of Princes Street. It offers free WiFi and has a breakfast room. The Cairn Hotel is in Edinburgh... read more
2585 reviews 8.3
Richmond Place Apartments
EH8 9VE, Edinburgh, 5-9 Richmond Place
In Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, Richmond Place Apartments has a 24-hour front desk and stylish studios with internet access. The apartments are less than 10 minutes’ walk from The Royal Mile. The bright and airy... read more
1024 reviews 8.6
Staycity Aparthotels West End
EH3 8AS, Edinburgh, 11 Brandfield Street
Staycity Aparthotels West End are situated 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Haymarket Rail Station. With free Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception, Princes Street’s shops are just 1 mile away. Both the apartments and town houses have a... read more
4697 reviews 8.8
Cheval Old Town Chambers
EH1 1LW, Edinburgh, Roxburgh's Court
Boasting a central location in Edinburgh, a 2-minute walk from Waverley railway station and a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, The Old Town Chambers apartment development offers modern, luxury apartments with free Wi-Fi. Apartments at... read more
1404 reviews 9.4
Grand Harbour Apartments
EH6 6LD, Edinburgh, 3 Western Harbour Midway
Grand Harbour Apartments is set in Edinburgh, 3.3 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. Omni Centre is 3.4 km away. Free parking is available on site. All apartments feature a living area with a flat-screen TV, as... read more
3003 reviews 8.8
Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment
EH1 2JR, Edinburgh, 76/2 Grassmarket
Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment offers accommodation in Edinburgh dating back to 1634. The unit is 200 metres from Royal Mile. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. There is a seating area and a... read more
64 reviews 9.6
Edinburgh Castle Apartments
EH2 3HT, Edinburgh, 28 Castle Street
Edinburgh Castle Apartments & Suites offers a collection of luxury serviced apartments in Edinburgh city centre. The apartments are located 400 metres from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile and the Edinburgh Military Tattoo event... read more
1232 reviews 8.9
Royal Mile Suites by the Castle
EH1 2PB, Edinburgh, 493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2PB, United Kingdom
Located within a few steps of Royal Mile and 200 metres of The Real Mary King's Close in the centre of Edinburgh, Royal Mile Suites by the Castle provides accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen... read more
1122 reviews 8.2
Eden Locke
EH2 4JN, Edinburgh, Eden Locke, 127 George St
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Eden Locke is set in Edinburgh, just over 1 km Edinburgh Castle. All units include a flat-screen TV. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There... read more
1501 reviews 9.3
Royal Mile St Giles St
EH1 1PT, Edinburgh, St Giles Street, Old town, Edinburgh, EH1 1PT
Set right in the centre of Edinburgh, Royal Mile St Giles St offers accommodation with city views, just 100 metres from The Real Mary King's Close and 200 metres from Royal Mile. Featuring garden and... read more
7 reviews 9
Cheval The Edinburgh Grand
EH2 2AD, Edinburgh, 42 St Andrew Square
Located 3 minutes' walk from Princes Street, The Edinburgh Grand features apartment accommodation with an on-site restaurant, bar and coffee house. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. All apartments are equipped with a living... read more
997 reviews 9.3
233 Leith Apartment
EH6 8NY, Edinburgh, 233 Leith Apartment
233 Leith Apartment in Edinburgh features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.3 km from Edinburgh Playhouse, 2 km from Royal Yacht Britannia and 2.6 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The property is 3... read more
177 reviews 8
Native Edinburgh
EH2 4NF, Edinburgh, 74 -77 Queen Street
Situated in Edinburgh city centre, Native Edinburgh offers complimentary WiFi. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower while the kitchen features a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster. A... read more
1926 reviews 9.4
Lothian Center Apartment
EH3 9AA, Edinburgh, 163 Lothian Road
Offering city views, Lothian Center Apartment is an accommodation situated in Edinburgh, 1.3 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.5 km from Royal Mile. It is located 600 metres from EICC and provides free... read more
65 reviews 9.1
Edinburgh Comfy Flat Handy For City Centre
EH8 7HL, Edinburgh, 127 Willowbrae Road Edinburgh
Edinburgh Comfy Flat Handy For City Centre is situated in Edinburgh, 2.9 km from Edinburgh Playhouse and 3.6 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, in an area where hiking can be enjoyed. Set... read more
19 reviews 9.2
Queen Street Boutique Suites
EH2 1JE, Edinburgh, 6A Queen Street
Located in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and a 12-minute walk from Royal Mile, Queen Street Boutique Suites provides city views and free WiFi. Popular points of interest... read more
243 reviews 8.2
Mono Suites
EH1 1HN, Edinburgh, 87 South Bridge
Situated in Edinburgh, near National Museum of Scotland, Royal Mile and The Real Mary King's Close, Mono Suites features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a restaurant and a bar. The units come with parquet... read more
223 reviews 8.6
Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity Edinburgh Grassmarket
EH1 2JY, Edinburgh, 26 King's Stables Road
Wilde Aparthotels by Staycity, Grassmarket is located at the foot of Edinburgh Castle, within easy reach of the famous Royal Mile and many of the main attractions of the city. Each apartment has design features... read more
1076 reviews 9.2
Cosy Castle Apartment
EH1 2RX, Edinburgh, 519 Websters Land
Offering garden views, Cosy Castle Apartment is an accommodation situated in Edinburgh, 500 metres from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 700 metres from Royal Mile. This apartment is 1.1 km from EICC and... read more
6 reviews 8.5
Modern 2 bedrooms flat near citycentre sleep for 6
EH7 6FH, Edinburgh, 12 Hawkhill Close
Featuring mountain views, Modern 2 bedrooms flat near citycentre sleep for 6 offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 2.4 km from Portobello Beach. The property is 3.1 km from National Museum of... read more
4 reviews 8.2
CityPadzzz
EH6 6LD, Edinburgh, Western Harbour Midway City Padzzz
Situated in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, and Edinburgh Playhouse reachable within 3.2 km, CityPadzzz offers a shared lounge, a tennis court and free WiFi. Each unit features a fully equipped... read more
84 reviews 7.7
Modern Stylish Centrally Located Entire 2 Bedroom Ground Floor Flat
EH4 7NT, Edinburgh, 23 Parkgrove Street
Modern Stylish Centrally Located Entire 2 Bedroom Ground Floor Flat in Edinburgh features accommodation with free WiFi, 2.1 km from Cramond Beach, 2.1 km from Edinburgh Zoo and 3.5 km from Murrayfield Stadium. This apartment... read more
5 reviews 9
Gorgeous&cozy flat in the heart of Edinburgh
EH3 9DX, Edinburgh, 6 Spittal Street
Gorgeous&cozy flat in the heart of Edinburgh in Edinburgh provides accommodation with free WiFi, 300 metres from Edinburgh Castle, 400 metres from EICC and 600 metres from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. This apartment... read more
4 reviews 6.5
29 Queen Street City Apartments
EH2 1JX, Edinburgh, 29 Queen Street
Situated in Edinburgh, near Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and Royal Mile, 29 Queen Street City Apartments features free WiFi. Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV,... read more
12 reviews 8.8
Edinburgh 2 Bed Apartment with rear terrace
EH4 2AG, Edinburgh, 20 Hillhouse Road 1
Situated 2 km from Edinburgh Zoo, 2.1 km from Murrayfield Stadium and 3.3 km from EICC, Edinburgh 2 Bed Apartment with rear terrace features accommodation located in Edinburgh. The property is 3.7 km from Edinburgh... read more
2 reviews 10
Lovely and spacious 5 bed flat in Marchmont.
EH9 1HR, Edinburgh, 84/1 Marchmont Road
Set less than 1 km from University of Edinburgh and a 14-minute walk from National Museum of Scotland, Lovely and spacious 5 bed flat in Marchmont. Features accommodation located in Edinburgh. This property is 1.4... read more
0 reviews 0
Central Comfy Balcony 2 FamilyRoom Apart
EH3 9JN, Edinburgh, 123 Lauriston Place
Central Comfy Balcony 2 FamilyRoom Apart is a property situated in Edinburgh near EICC. The property features garden views. Providing access to a balcony, the apartment consists of 2 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen.... read more
0 reviews 0
You will never be short of excitement
The capital and largest city of Scotland is located in the Scottish Lowlands region. It’s situated inland from a large estuary on the east coast, known as the Firth of Forth.
Edinburgh is a fantastic place for holiday rentals, steeped in myth and legend. The majestic crag overlooking the city is known as Arthur’s Seat and is imbued with Arthurian mythology. Apartments to rent in this city will also enable you to stay in the home of the famous novelist Walter Scott and the philosopher David Hume (whose house also can be seen high up over the city streets).
And with its fantastic array of bars, night clubs, music venues, and galleries, the city centre will ensure that even if you stay here for the long term you will never be short of excitement or things to do. Wander through Princes Street gardens, and visit the various surrounding bars and restaurants. Murrayfield, the home of Scottish Rugby is just to the west of the city centre. The Royal Yacht Britannia, which is now a museum, is moored at Leith, just a mile from the city centre.
During the summer months most of the festivals for which Edinburgh is famous take place. Festivals including the International Book Festival, the International Film Festival, Art and Comedy Festival and, of course, the Fringe Festival.
What to do while staying here ?
Whether you are enjoying a short stay (such as a weekend break) or are seeking more long term accommodation, apartments to rent in this city are ideally suited for soaking up some Scottish culture.
The Scottish National Portrait Gallery and Scottish National Gallery are filled with treasures from throughout the centuries and are well worth a visit. Make sure to venture over to Camera Obscura, right in the city centre, too, to enjoy some amazing views of the city.
If you are just staying for one night, these, along with the Walter Scott Monument, should be essential landmarks on your tourist itinerary. As well as a wealth of cultural attractions, this city also boasts great natural beauty.
The sweeping coastline, right next to the city streets, is a gorgeous place to visit. And if you are a keen walker, make sure to hike up to Arthur’s Seat and enjoy the unforgettable panoramic vistas!
Short Term Stay for the Weekend or One Night – Party (Stag & Hen)
This city has accommodation to suit everyone’s needs. If you are looking for something super cheap for a short term stay, for instance, in this city you can easily find an range of apartment rentals and luxury penthouses in a variety of grand old Gothic buildings at a reasonable cost. Popular are also b&b’s and the many affordable Edinburgh hotels.
Or, perhaps you would like to enjoy a weekend break in a luxury modern city centre apartment? Never fear, because Scotland’s capital has plenty of spacious, well furnished, and elegant self catering rentals for you to explore.
If you only plan to stay for one night, it makes sense to stay right in the centre of the city, so that you can get to see all of the attractions with ease. Scotland’s capital city really spoils you for choice when it comes to holiday rentals.
Choose from cottages, houses, apartments for rent, or capacious double rooms and make your holiday a success. Stay beside the coast for gorgeous views, and on the outskirts of the city if you would like to combine your stay in the metropolis with a visit to some of the nearby towns like Berwick Upon Tweed.
Rentals are located at fantastic locations in the city’s most popular districts such as Broughton, Leith, Haymarket, New Town, Newington, Prestonfield, and Old Town. All rentals are close to the city’s main hospitals such as the Western General Hospital and Royal Infirmary Hospital. Several flats in Edinburgh are suitable as a base for a stag or hen party. These party (pads) flats are perfect for a larger group.
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Train Station
Main railway station ?
The main train station of the city is Waverley station, located close to Princes Street.
Other primary railway stations are Haymarket and Edinburgh Park.
Long distance destinations, operated by First Scotrail, run to other cities of Scotland such as Dundee, Aberdeen and Inverness. Long distance trains from London depart from Kings Cross Station, from Brimingham from New Street rail platform. Central Manchester, the centre of Milton Keynes and Coventry in the West Midlands can easily be reached by train.
Location
Where is Edinburgh ?
Distance to
- Perth in Scotland — 32 miles
- Dundee — 37 miles
- Glasgow City Centre — 41 miles
- Carlisle — 74 miles
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne — 92 miles
- Aberdeen — 93 miles
This beautiful city is served by Edinburgh International Airport (EDI), located east of it’s centre. As being the busiest airport of Scotland, you can fly domestic or to international destinations in Europe, North America and the Middle East.
5 Must See Attractions and Sights
Edinburgh Castle
(Castlehill, Midlothian EH1 2NG, United Kingdom)
Historic fortress. Highlights include the rooms of the Royal Palace, St Margaret’s Chapel, the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny.
National Museum of Scotland
(Chambers Street, EH1 1JF Scotland )
The National Museum of Scotland is a very interesting and extremely well-planned museum where you see the life-sized skeleton cast of a T-Rex. See also some interesting art and science. A truly amazing place to visit !
Edinburgh Zoo
(134 Corstorphine Rd, EH12 6TS Scotland)
Zoo formally known as the Scottish National Zoological Park where you can see more than 1,000 animals. Perfect day out for the entire family.
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
(Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2 ND, Scotland)
Camera obscura offers lots of illusions, and a lot of fun things to do such as, practical jokes, sights, mirror mazes, etc.. Great for children or families with kids.
St Giles Cathedral
(High Street, Royal Mile, EH1 1RE Scotland)
Very imposing Cathedral, full of history. The architecture and stained glass windows are magnificent.