Royal Mile Suites By The Castle - Edinburgh

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, Eh1 2Pb, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PB|
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Royal Mile Suites By The Castle - Edinburgh
493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, Eh1 2Pb, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PB·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.5
Free WiFi8.1
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.6
Value for money7.6
Staff7.5
Who stays here
Families38%
Couples37%
Groups15%
Solo10%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.5
Free WiFi8.1
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.6
Value for money7.6
Staff7.5
Who stays here
Families38%
Couples37%
Groups15%
Solo10%

Historical apartments on Edinburgh's Royal Mile with kitchenette and castle views

Amenities for Independent Travel

Royal Mile Suites By The Castle Edinburgh provides self-catering kitchenettes in each suite, allowing guests to prepare meals on their own schedule. A welcome gift with local treats is offered to every guest upon arrival, adding a thoughtful touch. The property also supplies thorough instructions for navigating the historical building, making self check-in straightforward.

Rooms with Historical Character

The suites at Royal Mile Suites By The Castle preserve the original stone walls and spiral staircases of a 17th-century building, giving each room a distinct historical feel. Accommodations include Inner Courtyard View suites, which overlook a quiet courtyard, and Royal Mile View apartments with street-facing windows. All units are equipped with flat-screen TVs and safety features such as deadbolt locks and smoke alarms.

Prime Location on the Royal Mile

This property sits directly on the Royal Mile, with Edinburgh Castle is an 11-minute walk from the entrance. The National Museum of Scotland and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions are both within 2000 ft of the suites. Edinburgh Waverley station is a 7-minute walk, providing direct train access to the airport and other UK cities.

Local Dining Within Walking Distance

Several restaurants and pubs are located within a 2-minute walk of the suites, including Thistle Stop Cafe for breakfast and The Jolly Judge pub for evening meals. The property's central position on the Royal Mile places guests near dozens of eateries serving Scottish cuisine. Many guests walk to the nearby Grassmarket area for additional dining options.

Activities and Exploration

Guests can engage in boating, kayaking, or canoeing on the Water of Leith, located a 15-minute walk from the suites. The Scotch Whisky Experience is a 3-minute walk away, offering guided tours and tastings. Self-guided walking tours of the Old Town start directly from the Royal Mile, with historical landmarks like St. Giles' Cathedral visible from the property.

  • Location: On the Royal Mile, 11 minutes from Edinburgh Castle
  • Rooms: Historical suites with kitchenette and courtyard views
  • Dining: Local options like Thistle Stop Cafe and The Jolly Judge pub
  • Activities: Boating, kayaking, and canoeing nearby
  • Service: Responsive staff with welcome treats and self-check-in
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:9
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Rooms and availability

Royal Studio Apartment
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Smoking
  • Shower
Inner Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Smoking
  • Shower

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Facilities for kids

Cribs

No pets allowed

Children

  • Cribs

Room view

  • Courtyard view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Royal Mile Suites By The Castle

💵 Lowest room price 85 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 8.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, Eh1 2Pb, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PB
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493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, Eh1 2Pb, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PB
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493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, Eh1 2Pb, United Kingdom, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 2PB
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museums
Edinburgh Castle
100 yd
2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
100 yd
Museums
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
100 yd
High St.
Royal Mile
100 yd
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
100 yd
Parks
Princes Street Gardens
100 yd
354 Castlehill
Scotch Whisky Heritage Center
100 yd
Church
St. Giles Cathedral
100 yd
Museums
Museum of Childhood
100 yd
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
100 yd
Museums
The Writers' Museum
100 yd
Museums
Gladstone's Land
100 yd
Square
Grassmarket
100 yd
Gallery
City Art Center
100 yd
53 Princes Street
Princes Street
100 yd
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
100 yd
Restaurant
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
The Witchery by the Castle
100 yd
Restaurant
Ondine
100 yd
Restaurant
Deacon Brodie's Tavern
100 yd
Restaurant
Howies Victoria
100 yd
Restaurant
Taste of Scotland
100 yd
Restaurant
Hanam's Middle East Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
The Ensign Ewart
100 yd
Restaurant
Maison Bleue
100 yd
Restaurant
The Grain Store
100 yd
Restaurant
Mariachi
100 yd
Restaurant
The Mussel and Steak Bar
100 yd

Reviews of Royal Mile Suites By The Castle

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