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 Braid Apartments by Mansley

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27 Thistle Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH2 1DY, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 749 reviews)

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9.2
Wonderful
749 reviews

Location is great. The apartment was the right size for a family of 4. The apartment is well decorated and very comfortable with two reasonably sized rooms, two bathroom and living area. Also the kitchenette has all of the necessities including oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, washing machine and all necessary kitchen appliances. Even soup for the washing machine were provided). There is also coffee and tea bags with pot.

Abdulla Bahrain

roomy with lots of space, good facilities, close to a lot of things, and quiet

Harry United States of America

comfortable bed, fully equipped kitchen, comfortable sofa, great location, very clean, modern fixtures, reasonable price

Carl United States of America

The apartment location was perfect! We were walking distance to great shopping, restaurants and of course great PUBS!

Janet United States of America

On arrival Fabio on the reception was very helpful and gave pointers on what to see and do during our stay in Edinburgh. Very happy with the apartment which was very well equipped and comfortable. Good Location within easy reach of the Railway Station and the city sights.

Terence United Kingdom

The warmth and friendliness of the staff were exceptional! Fabio - who checked us in on our first day - was the loveliest person and even gave us tips and directions to get around the city. We loved the welcoming atmosphere, the cleanliness of the apartment and the amenities offered, and the relative proximity to attractions, shopping, and the railway station.

Amir United States of America

I love the location of the apartment, close to lots of restaurants & cafes, minutes from Waverley Station and the Old Town

Danielle Canada

Reception staff were super friendly & welcoming. Excellent location. The apartment was a great space & beds very comfortable.

Ali United Kingdom

very clean and excellent location to all town facilities

Samantha United Kingdom

The accommodation was excellent. More than exceeded our expectations. Lounge was bright, airy, comfortable with good quality furniture and fittings. Bedrooms - clean and comfortable. Good quality bed linen and towels. Shower rooms - very clean with nice products. Staff- incredibly helpful. It was a delight to stay there.

Paula United Kingdom
9.2
Wonderful
749 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location is great. The apartment was the right size for a family of 4. The apartment is well decorated and very comfortable with two reasonably sized rooms, two bathroom and living area.”
    Abdulla Abdulla Bahrain Bahrain
  • “roomy with lots of space, good facilities, close to a lot of things, and quiet”
    Harry Harry United States of America United States of America
  • “comfortable bed, fully equipped kitchen, comfortable sofa, great location, very clean, modern fixtures, reasonable price”
    Carl Carl United States of America United States of America
  • “The apartment location was perfect! We were walking distance to great shopping, restaurants and of course great PUBS!”
    Janet Janet United States of America United States of America
  • “On arrival Fabio on the reception was very helpful and gave pointers on what to see and do during our stay in Edinburgh. Very happy with the apartment which was very well equipped and comfortable.”
    Terence Terence United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The warmth and friendliness of the staff were exceptional! Fabio - who checked us in on our first day - was the loveliest person and even gave us tips and directions to get around the city.”
    Amir Amir United States of America United States of America
  • “I love the location of the apartment, close to lots of restaurants & cafes, minutes from Waverley Station and the Old Town”
    Danielle Danielle Canada Canada
  • “Reception staff were super friendly & welcoming. Excellent location. The apartment was a great space & beds very comfortable.”
    Ali Ali United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “very clean and excellent location to all town facilities”
    Samantha Samantha United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The accommodation was excellent. More than exceeded our expectations. Lounge was bright, airy, comfortable with good quality furniture and fittings. Bedrooms - clean and comfortable.”
    Paula Paula United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.5
High score for Edinburgh
Apartments
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Private Bathroom
Daily housekeeping

Braid Apartments by Mansley is set in Edinburgh, 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Edinburgh Castle is 0.6 mi from the property. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

The accommodations is equipped with a TV featuring selected Sky Sports channels. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There is also a kitchen, fitted with a dishwasher. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle.

Royal Mile is 2,650 feet from Braid Apartments by Mansley. Edinburgh Airport is 8.1 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Edinburgh, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Braid Apartments by Mansley has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 1, 2016

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Laundry
Heating

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

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Guest reviews

9.2
Wonderful · 749 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.5
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  • Abdulla
    BahrainBahrain
    “Location is great. The apartment was the right size for a family of 4. The apartment is well decorated and very comfortable with two reasonably sized rooms, two bathroom and living area. Also the kitchenette has all of the necessities including...”
  • Harry
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “roomy with lots of space, good facilities, close to a lot of things, and quiet”
  • Carl
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “comfortable bed, fully equipped kitchen, comfortable sofa, great location, very clean, modern fixtures, reasonable price”
  • Janet
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The apartment location was perfect! We were walking distance to great shopping, restaurants and of course great PUBS!”
  • Terence
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “On arrival Fabio on the reception was very helpful and gave pointers on what to see and do during our stay in Edinburgh. Very happy with the apartment which was very well equipped and comfortable. Good Location within easy reach of the Railway...”
  • Amir
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The warmth and friendliness of the staff were exceptional! Fabio - who checked us in on our first day - was the loveliest person and even gave us tips and directions to get around the city. We loved the welcoming atmosphere, the cleanliness of the...”
  • Danielle
    CanadaCanada
    “I love the location of the apartment, close to lots of restaurants & cafes, minutes from Waverley Station and the Old Town”
  • Ali
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Reception staff were super friendly & welcoming. Excellent location. The apartment was a great space & beds very comfortable.”
  • S
    Samantha
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “very clean and excellent location to all town facilities”
  • Paula
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The accommodation was excellent. More than exceeded our expectations. Lounge was bright, airy, comfortable with good quality furniture and fittings. Bedrooms - clean and comfortable. Good quality bed linen and towels. Shower rooms - very clean...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Our flight doesn’t get in until 10.20pm would a later check in be possible ?
    Yes, we can arrange a late check in for you, it's not a problem at all.
    Answered on January 11, 2021
  • We are thinking of booking this apartment for 4 nights in September. We will definitely have one car, maybe two. Can you please explain the parking arrangements and costs?
    Car parking is limited (spaces quite small), it is subject to availability, costs £12.50/night As alternative we offer discount at Q Park in Omni Centre (£13/night), 0.7 miles away from Braid
    Answered on June 13, 2021
  • can we bring our dog? thank you.
    Dear guest, Thank you for your message. Yes, we do accept pets. However, there is a fee of £50 for cleaning service extra. Kind Regards, Fabio Antunes
    Answered on April 20, 2021
  • Do you have an iron in the apartment?
    Yes, we do have an iron and an ironing board in the apartment.
    Answered on December 3, 2021
  • Dose the one bedroom apartment have a bath pls
    Walk in shower in most apartments, bathtub is subject to availability.
    Answered on August 10, 2021

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Managed by Braid Apartments by Mansley

Company review score: 9.1Based on 4,427 reviews from 7 properties
7 managed properties

Company info

Our first Serviced Apartment property was 44 Curzon Street, London. since the 1960s. The rest is history – over the years we grew and expanded into Edinburgh, Inverness, and Cheltenham, bringing our unique style of service and serviced apartments to prime locations across the UK. Some of our staff have over 40 years’ service with the company.

Property info

Tucked away on tranquil Thistle Street, Braid Apartments by Mansley are situated in the lively New Town area of Edinburgh. A minutes’ walk from bustling George Street with an abundance of bars, restaurants and designer shops for you to explore, and just a ten minute walk from Edinburgh Castle.

Neighborhood info

Braid by Mansley is located in the heart of New Town surrounded by cosy cafes, restaurants, bars and shops. From our apartments it only takes 3 minutes to reach Edinburgh’s main shopping street Princes Street and 15 minutes to visitor attraction Edinburgh Castle.

Languages Spoken

English,Polish
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Scott Monument
    0.2 miles
  • Scottish National Gallery
    0.3 miles
  • Multrees Walk
    0.3 miles
  • Waverley Mall
    0.3 miles
  • Princes Street Gardens
    0.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Military Tattoo
    0.4 miles
  • Royal Mile
    0.4 miles
  • Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
    0.4 miles
  • Gladstones Land
    0.4 miles
  • Charlotte Square
    0.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Côte Brasserie - French Cuisine
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Queens Arms - Pub
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Henderson's - Vegan Deli
    0 miles
  • Restaurant Dusit - Thai Restaurant
    0 miles
  • Restaurant El Cartel - Mexican Restaurant
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Bon Vivant - Wine Bar
    0 miles
Top attractions
  • Edinburgh Castle
    0.4 miles
  • The Real Mary King's Close
    0.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Playhouse
    0.6 miles
  • National Museum of Scotland
    0.6 miles
  • University of Edinburgh
    0.8 miles
  • Arthur's Seat
    1.5 miles
  • Murrayfield Stadium
    1.8 miles
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    2.1 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    2.8 miles
  • Dalhousie Castle
    7.9 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Calton Hill
    0.6 miles
  • Ocean/Sea The Shore Leith
    2.5 miles
  • Mountain Arthur's Seat
    3.9 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    6.4 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    35.1 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    48.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Braid Apartments by Mansley

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Laundry
Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Polish
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House rules Braid Apartments by Mansley takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 250 is required on arrival. That's about 302.19USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Solo American Express Braid Apartments by Mansley accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Guests are required to show their photographic ID and payment card on arrival. The names must match as proof of identification.

This property does not accept cash, checks or foreign currency. If booking using the “no credit card required” option, a credit card is still required on arrival for payment and security deposit.

Guests will receive an email direct from Mansley Serviced Apartments labeled, ‘Payment Now Due`, within minutes of making the reservation, within this email will be an option to open a secure payment page which is to be used to process payment for the reservation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform Braid Apartments by Mansley of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of GBP 250 is required on arrival. That's about 302.19USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Braid Apartments by Mansley

  • Braid Apartments by Mansley offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Braid Apartments by Mansley (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Braid Apartments by Mansley is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • From the nearest airport, you can get to Braid Apartments by Mansley by:

      • Tram 35min
      • Bus 40min

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Braid Apartments by Mansley (subject to availability) that have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Braid Apartments by Mansley may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Braid Apartments by Mansley is 2,450 feet from the center of Edinburgh.

    • Yes, Braid Apartments by Mansley is popular with guests booking family stays.