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Reviews of Royal Bolthole

29 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 5AH, United Kingdom

#28 of 951 Holiday rentals in Edinburgh

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Review score

Based on 72 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    elegant apartment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good Web photos don't do it justice!

    Elegant and spacious apartment. Warm and comfortable. Lovely location. Very clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely short break
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Both very minor as the place is really lovely. a) More places for towels in the bathrooms i.e. hooks b) Suit case stands as on a short stay you tend to live from your case.

    Lovely big appartment, nice configuration and architecture. Great part of the city, wide cobled road, nice views. You can easily walk to the tourist buses and shops.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Thoroughly enjoyed Edinburgh and the apartment was stunning and beautifully clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent property in fantastic location. Could not fault the apartment in any way.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Excellent accomodation, beautifully presented.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no WiFi which wasn't ideal

    The decor and design of the apartment was outstanding.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    10
    Beautiful, spacious apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean, spacious apartment - perfect for our family of 4. Very bright and quiet. It was fantastic to have two full bathrooms and the apartment had everything we needed. Street parking was ample and easy. Location was nice - not too far away from all the popular attractions.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2023

    10
    Beautifully decorated, cozy and welcoming flat for the perfect short (or long!) stay in Edinburg.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couple of issues with water pressure.

    Beautiful flat in a quiet, charming neighborhood. Short hike to The Royal Mile, New Town, shops and restaurants. Loved the amazing bookstore down the street! It truly was a home away from home: warm and inviting.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    9.0
    Great location, comfy, well equipped & spotless
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only reason why not 10 were couple of minor plumbing issues and just as bit of feedback could really have done with a mirror in second bedroom. Thanks

    Fantastic location, extremely clean & well equipped. Would definitely recommend & stay here again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    8.0
    Excellent property with only one problem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The main toilet was not flushing from the moment we arrived. I tried to call the number provided for such events but there was no reply so I left a message. It was rather inconvenient with 3 adults having to share the ensuite during the night. To be fair we were only there for 1 night. I didn't expect an immediate response but decided to leave a note for the host as we'd had no response during our stay. I still have had no apology or explanation but as I keep being asked for a review I decided I had to give an honest one.

    The location is good. The property is amazing. It is a huge basement apartment with beautifully decorated and tastefully furnished rooms. We particularly appreciated the personal touches like fresh milk in the fridge (important after a long journey) and some shortbread in a jar.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    10
    perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    modern, clean and very confortable

    perfect location, great host and just what we wanted

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    10
    Great stay
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic stay and host

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2023

    9.0
    overall an amazing stay ! would highly recommend this place to anyone via Edinburgh, host was super accommodating with g
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    we were told the day before that hot water was limited which should really have been included as a disclaimer before we booked. we were also unable to control the heating as it only came on at certain times so found the place quite cold at times.

    gorgeous interior, close to everything we needed

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    8.0
    Lovely spacious apartment but would benefit from tweaks to address the cold.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The apartment was cold at times, especially the kitchen floor. Bring slippers! Was challenging to find a nearby convenience store for basic supplies. Since it’s a ground floor apartment you do hear upstairs noise at times.

    Beautiful apartment in a quiet neighborhood.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2023

    9.0
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Both showers the water pressure wasn’t great so I had to wash hair in the sink

    Loved our stay, super comfortable and host great.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    10
    would definitely stay here again. Fantastic location and great place to explore the old and new towns of Edinburgh.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    fantastic property, designed beautifully, and in a great location

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2023

    10
    Beautiful property in a convienent spot!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful property, very comfortable and peaceful stay, a short walk from princes street and not far from old town. hosts were fab!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2022

    10
    We had an amazing time at the royal bolthole. Such a beautiful apartment in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We absolutely loved our stay - wouldn’t change anything!

    Stunning apartment, so comfortable and really warm and cosy which we were surprised at being such an old building! Great location close enough to walk into the centre but very quiet on the road also. Beds were really comfortable and everywhere was spotless. Was even little extras like milk in the fridge and shortbreads on the side which was a nice touch. Would definitely stay again!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2022

    10
    Great location, clean, cosy, lovely home-from-home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing.

    Beautiful property that has been decorated in a sympathetic way to retain its original features. Surprisingly light and airy given the basement/light well arrangement. Comfy and cosy. Perfect for a small family, our 8 year old loved it.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2022

    10
    superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    The Royal Bolthole is a stunning apartment in a beautiful area of Edinburgh. Finished to an exceptionally high standard, Jo has done a fantastic job in creating a stylish and warm feeling throughout. My family & I loved our stay

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2022

    8.0
    Luxurious apartment
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was cold, heating controlled centrally. The property host did put the heating on immediately upon request

    Beautiful property, spacious and clean

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2022

    8.0
    Apartment was great, but a few changes would make it much better
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although the place was lovely, there was a few things I didn't like. First, we had no control over heating, and it was a little cold in the morning and at night. There was no drawer space in either bedroom, so we were just living out or cases. Hot water limited after 9pm which...although I understand...made it difficult for 4 people to have a shower at night. There was no forks in the kitchen, and was a broken cabinet door which kept swinging open. Just a few things that could be sorted.

    We arrived after only a 10 minute walk from the train station. Apartment was beautiful. Very clean and spacious. It was well decorated. Location was great, only a 5 minute walk from Playhouse. Was very easy to check in and out with no problem. Would book here again.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2022

    10
    can’t recommend enough! best nights sleep in ages
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    beautiful place with amazingly comfy beds. near to everything and very clean

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful apartment. Spotlessly clean with every amenities you could wish for. Perfect for visiting the city.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very nice apartment - very well located.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely amazing place! There is everything you need - tea, coffee, milk, shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer. Very quiet, comfortable beds. Great location

    Stayed in August 2022

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