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Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

5 stars
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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From
£75
Cheapest

rate per night

8.1
Great
1,175 reviews
Thu 16/5
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Fri 17/5
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
£75
Double room
£237
King room
£265
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About Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

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    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle is based directly on Royal Mile in Edinburgh, in one of the oldest Scottish buildings dating back to 15th century, and previously home to famous Scottish philosopher Sir David Hume. The property features 6 rooms with king-size beds, LCD TV's and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Each of the Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle rooms is uniquely decorated and has own original private bathroom with large shower. Some of the rooms overlook the historic courtyard and across Edinburgh's Old Town. Edinburgh Military Tattoo is 300 metres from Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle, while Edinburgh Castle is 200 metres away.

Latest deals for Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

Thu 16/5
Fri 17/5
Double room
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£237
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£251
King room
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£265
Deluxe room
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£75
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£116
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£117
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Privacy Preferences

Amenities at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Lowered sink

Media and entertainment

  • TV
  • Flat-screen TV

General

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Bottle of water
  • Safety deposit box

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Electric kettle

Reviews of Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

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8.1
Very GoodBased on 1,175 verified guest reviews
8.0Couples
8.1Families
8.2Solo
8.4Friends
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Location

493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile, Edinburgh

What's nearby

  • National Library Of Scotland170 yd
  • St Giles' Cathedral212 yd
  • Real Mary King's Close235 yd
  • Princes Street Gardens301 yd
  • Greyfriars Kirk329 yd
  • National Gallery of Scotland338 yd
  • Edinburgh Castle360 yd
  • Greyfriar's Bobby366 yd
  • Scott Monument388 yd
  • National Museum of Scotland434 yd
  • Waverley Mall436 yd
  • The Royal Mile0.3 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

Low season

January

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

£95

Average price (weekend night)

£244
Cheapest month to stay with an average 53% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 111% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

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Top tips for your stay at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £308, while the most expensive was £308.
  • How long should you stay at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle

  • Where is Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle located?

    Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle is located at 493 Lawnmarket,The Royal Mile in Old Town, 0.2 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. National Library Of Scotland is the closest landmark to Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle.

  • Does Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle from the airport?

    Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle is 7.1 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle is 35.2 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Royal Mile Balconies by the Castle.

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Cheapest

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city centre

0.2 mi

Nearest airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

6.9 mi