The Edinburgh Rooftop Terrace

4 Guests ▪ 2 Bedrooms ▪ 3 Beds ▪ 1 Bath

This stunning central Edinburgh apartment is one of the city's most unique apartments with unrivalled views of Edinburgh Castle on your own private South facing terrace.

Wake up to uninterrupted views of Edinburgh Castle from your own private, south-facing terrace - a genuinely rare find in the very centre of the city. Just moments from Princes Street and George Street, this apartment places you right in the heart of Edinburgh’s food, culture and festivals.

What makes us different:

Rareprivate terrace in central Edinburgh
Direct Castle views, a wonderful place to have a morning coffee or evening cocktail
Prime location just offPrinces Street & George Street
South-facing terrace with sunshine throughout the day

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About this space

The apartment comfortably sleeps up to four guests and offers a flexible, welcoming space that works just as well for a relaxed city break as it does for a family stay, romantic getaway or business trip. The sleeping arrangements consist of one double bedroom and two single beds, with each room providing storage for clothing and luggage, allowing you to settle in comfortably whether you’re staying for a long weekend or an extended visit.

The lounge is bright, airy and thoughtfully laid out, making it an inviting space to relax after a day exploring the city. Comfortable seating, a coffee table and a gas log-burning stove create a warm and cosy atmosphere, particularly on cooler Scottish evenings. The room is also equipped with a flat-screen TV offering Freeview and Netflix, as well as free Wi-Fi for personal use, making it ideal for both unwinding and catching up on work if needed.

The bathroom features a bath with a shower over, toilet, wash hand basin and a heated towel rail. Fresh linen and towels are provided for all guests, along with complimentary shampoo and shower gel, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay from the moment you arrive.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need should you choose to dine in during your stay. Alongside essential cookware and utensils, basic food items such as salt, pepper and cooking oil are supplied. To help you settle in, tea, coffee, sugar and milk are also provided, making it easy to enjoy a relaxed start to your first morning in Edinburgh or a quiet evening at home after sightseeing.

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Amenities

City skyline view
Hair dryer
Cleaning products
Shampoo
Body soap
Hot water
Shower gel
Clothes storage

Free washer – In unit
Towels, bed sheets, soap and toilet paper
Hangers
Bed linen
Extra pillows and blankets
Iron
Clothes drying rack

HDTV with Netflix
Books and reading material
Cot
Travel cot – available upon request
Children’s books and toys
High chair – available upon request
Board games
Indoor fireplace: gas

Central heating
Smoke alarm
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Kitchen

Fridge
Microwave
Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc
Freezer
Dishwasher
Cooker
Stainless steel oven

Launderette nearby
Private patio or balcony
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor dining area
Paid street parking off premises
Luggage drop-off allowed
Self check-in
Lockbox

Julie

A stunning apartment with the most gorgeous terrace which looks over to Edinburgh castle just two streets over. The view of the castle is amazing lite up for Christmas so having this view was awesome. Location is just the best, close to pretty much anything you would need, restaurants, shops, stores, pubs, attractions, tram links… 2 streets up from where the Xmas markets are. The apartment itself was beautiful and very impressive, modern kitchen, gorgeous bathroom, two good sized modern bedrooms, and the upstairs lounge is a show stopper!!! Just awesome!!

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Victoria

We had the most wonderful stay at Lloyd’s place! The location was perfect for being able to walk everywhere and Lloyd was so accommodating allowing us to drop our bags off before check-in. We would recommend this place to anyone!We had the most wonderful stay at Lloyd’s place! The location was perfect for being able to walk everywhere and Lloyd was so accommodating allowing us to drop our bags off before check-in. We would recommend this place to anyone!

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Sophie

My family had a great stay at Samantha’s. We were in town for track state championships and it was nice to have a quiet place to come back to and relax after a long day. Everything was comfortable and we wished we would have had more time to spend there to enjoy the space.

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Jane

The apartment is a very central location so everything is on your door step. The balcony is a real bonus with fantastic views of the castle. It is well equipped with everything you need. Highly recommended for a stay in Edinburgh

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David

A great apartment in the city centre with views of the castle. Clean and well kept with nice furnishings and a helpful friendly host!

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Lydia

Loved this stay, great location to everywhere we wanted to go and comfortable space to hang out in the evening and watch a movie. Loved having breakfast out on the terrace. The stairs to the apartment itself were a bit hard to get our large suitcases up/down and the steps were not level (dipped from wear and age). One of our party has a bit of a fear of heights but they managed.

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Ariella

Samantha’s place was incredible. Walking distance to the beautiful nature preserve. Very comfortable and felt right at home when we got there. It is peaceful and has a nice flow. Loved hearing the birds in the day and owls at night. Wonderful soaking tub! She is a wonderful host and we would definitely stay there again. Thank you!

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Ariella

This is such a charming Airbnb in a very central location in Edinburgh! We loved the living room/loft area with the view of Edinburgh castle and everything was very clean. Lloyd was extremely responsive and flexible when we wanted to check in early and even provided a recommendation for where to store our luggage when we had to check out.

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Lawrence

Lloyd's place was an excellent base for us visiting Edinburgh for the weekend. The apartment was clean, warm and cozy. The view of the castle was amazing! The Christmas tree was a lovely touch, making the weekend even more magical. Lloyd is a great host and was very responsive. We definitely recommend this apartment and would stay here again.

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Rebecca

Lloyd, Hazel, and Alan went above and beyond to help us get set up for our trip to Scotland. We were renting a car and wanted to buy a car seat that our family could take down to England to give to another family member for their little one to use. We needed to get it delivered and they graciously offered to have it delivered to them before we arrived, and they took it to the apartment for us for our arrival. The rooms were clean and well set up, the kitchen was spacious, the patio had an incredible view of the castle. It was a great spot to easily walk right into the thick of things. My only note for other people with any mobility issues at all is that it is up 4 flights of very steep, old, and partially worn away stairs (as is the nature of beautiful ancient cities) and it is above a very loud pub if you have any light sleepers (as is much of Edinburgh generally). Thank you so much Lloyd, Hazel, and Alan!

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House Rules

Location

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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From the host

Edinburgh has always been home — from the cobbled streets of the Old Town to the gentle green slopes of Holyrood Park, it’s a city that effortlessly blends history, culture and everyday life. I’ve lived here for years, and nothing quite beats stepping out for a morning coffee on Rose Street, wandering down to Princes Street for the views, or heading out in the evening to one of the city’s brilliant restaurants and hidden gems.

This apartment has been designed around that same sense of ease and warmth. We love how the bright living space welcomes you in after a day exploring the city, and how the south-facing terrace feels like a little urban retreat — especially with the Castle standing proudly in view. Whether you’re soaking up the sun with a coffee in hand, watching festival crowds below, or simply relaxing after a long day, it’s a place where memories are made.

I work in sales and travel quite a bit for work, so I know how important it is to feel comfortable, supported and truly at ease when you’re away from home. I’ve tried to bring that understanding into this space — with thoughtful touches in every room, reliable Wi-Fi, and a kitchen stocked with essentials so you can settle in straight away. Above all, I hope this apartment feels like your own home in Edinburgh, where you can relax, explore, and fall in love with this amazing city just as I have.”

Lloyd

Edinburgh – Scotland