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Reviews of Royal Mile Suites by the Castle 5 stars

493 Lawnmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2PB, United Kingdom, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2PB, United Kingdom

#510 of 980 Holiday rentals in Edinburgh

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1267 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    7.8

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    6.7

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  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Great stay in heart of Edinburgh.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Suite - John Balliol
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some noise from adjacent properties.

    Has an “authentic” feel with stone wall finish and nice design touches. The location in the heart of the old town was perfect for exploring all the local attractions and easy for transport links.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Inner Courtyard View One Bed Apartment - Leirmont
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hair dryer was not working and the bathroom sink drains slowly, but overall it was a nice stay.

    It is within the Royal Mile, which makes it very accessible to where we want to go.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Super accommodation for our 3 day stay, right in the middle of the action
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Inner Courtyard View Suite - Toom Tabard
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Possibly a slightly larger bed and larger duvet and the addition of a coffee machine (simple Nespress or similar).

    Location - super, communication and check in instructions very clear and concise. Earlier checheck in made possible and communicated timely - super. Personally I would have liked a larger duvet (and bed), not a big issue though :-). The location of the appartment is exceptional, the access stairs are not for the faint hearted. Room Toom Tabbart is quiet so a good nighs rest!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Outstanding experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inner Courtyard View One Bed Apartment - Lauriston
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had one 2 year old and it took a little longer than we thought to get to the floor:) i would recommend if your kids don’t need strollers or buggies:)

    Location and wonderful experience in climbing the tower stairs:)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Royal Mile Suites - stay in a castle tower
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Palmerston
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shampoo and shower gel in small bags

    Location in the Royal Mike, next to the castle and Victoria Street Historic location Decoration, stone walls Comfy bed

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Palmerston
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Lack of fire escape

    A return visit to this property for us. We had a wonderful weekend (again). Fantastic location and views of the Royal Mile from front apartments. Beautiful room in historic building. Good pub and cafe in alley/courtyard just below. Thanks for a lovely stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Porteus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It didn’t bother me, but access to the rooms are through a narrow and spiral staircase, so if you are bringing big luggage bear this in mind.

    Property is very well located and room was very comfortable. Has kitchenette and owners make available coffee and milk, they also left cookies as a present which I really appreciated. They also did their best effort to allow me to check in earlier and check out later.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    This property is clean and well presented, the location is perfect for those who wish to visit Old T
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inner Courtyard View Suite - Lochrin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Shower temperature was a bit tricky.

    The location was excellent, right in the middle of Old Town.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Porteus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice room , best location to enjoy the city

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    7.0
    A decent value for the cost with everything you need in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Palmerston
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room did not have much storage and only one chair for seating. The carpet was not very good quality and the general finishes were simply fine, but not great; i.e towels, carpet, pillows furnishings etc. It looked like a more careful vacuuming if the room would have helped. We were a little disappointed that just one bath towel and one hand towel per person for a four-night stay, and those towels were not great quality. Pillows were fairly hard.

    The location is very good and being in an historical building was fun. The room was a good value for the price. The room had a small kitchenette which is a nice option and the bathroom was fairly nice. The instructions were thorough and the staff was responsive; they were able to have our room ready early, which we appreciated.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Palmerston
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    İt was hard to find to key instruction in your mail,your mail is too long and ı dont have any time read a long mail.

    Bed,view,room size,cleaning,location,cookie,design of room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect stay in the centre of Edinburgh's Old Town
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Mile View Suite - John Balliol
    • Stayed 1 night

    If we had any criticisms it would be the room would benefit from hanging storage for clothes and a full-length mirror.

    Communication with the host/owner was excellent. The apartment was exactly as advertised, with stone walls and an atmospheric view. It was in an ideal location right at the top of the Royal Mile. Perfect stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    7.0
    The location cannot be beaten - perfect room for a short stay with no frills
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Suite - Robert The Bruce
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unable to open the window for fresh air. Stairs not a problem for us, but could be for some.

    Excellent location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    7.0
    Nice place, on the fourth floor 76 steps up so not for the faint hearted . Nice location, great communication and nice w
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Mile View Suite - John Balliol
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nowhere to put clothes , not enough shower gel .

    Location great

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    This place was really beautiful and comfortable. Location excellent. Really liked the whole packet.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Palmerston
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location, view, facilities, interior design

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    7.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Inner Courtyard View Suite - Toom Tabard
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There could have been more in the facilities aspect (i.e teaspoons, mugs, loo roll)

    Location was perfect for a walking holiday; close to everything you need for a weekend break

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Mile View Suite - Robert The Bruce
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spiral stairs were a challenge. Rope handle there was some sections of it missing, safety issue.

    Proximity to city centre

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Great central location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Inner Courtyard View Suite - Lochrin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV could do with a refresh, controller hard to use and couldn’t watch Netflix etc.

    Super central location, straight into the royal mile. Instructions very clear on how to get into the room, was on first floor so stairs not a problem. Lots of coffee and tea and biscuits available. Cooking facilities, fridge and washing machine available.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Inner Courtyard View Suite - Lochrin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs, eventhough you are in level 1, there are stairs also. the kichennette is not complete, remember to buy kitchen sponge your own and oil to cook

    Kichennette and bed is comfy

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Pictoresque apartment in the heart of Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inner Courtyard View One Bed Apartment - Leirmont
    • Stayed 1 night

    Entrance is weird as you have to go up a dark staircase, but we considered this part of the experience :)

    The location is superb and the rooms are spotless, with comfortable beds. The bathroom is also very clean. A box full of cookies was waiting for us when we arrived.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    7.0
    Great concept, comfortable accommodation but issues need addressed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Mile View Studio Apartment - Palmerston
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Arrived after 3. Room hadn't been cleaned and there was no key to gain entry. I was about to look for other accommodation when another guest managed to find someone for me. Messaged owner. No reply to this date. Left a sleeping bag there and I haven't been contacted about that either. I would have no hesitation in staying there again if the entry issues were addressed and I would rather like my new sleeping bag back to be honest.

    Location, lay out and the whole concept.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inner Courtyard View One Bed Apartment - Leirmont
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best suited to those traveling light as there is a stone spiral staircase to go up. We did travel light and so it suited us well.

    Great location for exploring the city by foot.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    9.0
    It was a wonderful and comfortable stay! We’ll be back for sure!! Highly recommended😊!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Inner Courtyard View One Bed Apartment - Lauriston
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the stairs 😁✌️!!

    cleanliness, accesibility, value for the price, exceptional staff service and will surely recommend with friends and families!!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Mile View Suite - John Balliol
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nowhere to put clothes and the carpeted floor!

    Nice and spacious and comfortable room in great location of old Edinburgh

    Stayed in February 2024

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