The Castle Esplanade Residence

Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2PR, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2PR, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>17</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
17 reviews

Very close to the castle which is the main attraction. Probably the nicest possible view. Has everything it needs to be honest. Lots of pictures of the castle in the house, I dare you to count them all.

Tomasz Ireland
a living room with a table and a fireplace at The Castle Esplanade Residence in Edinburgh
a living room with a couch and a table at The Castle Esplanade Residence in Edinburgh
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The Castle Esplanade Residence

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  • Entire apartment
  • 1249 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

The Castle Esplanade Residence is located in Edinburgh, just a 4-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close and 0.7 miles from University of Edinburgh. Featuring city views, this apartment also includes free Wifi. The property is 200 yards from the city center and a 4-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking. Popular points of interest near The Castle Esplanade Residence include EICC, National Museum of Scotland, and Royal Mile. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 5.6 miles from the accommodation.

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Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0!

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Location
10
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • Tomasz
    Ireland Ireland
    “Very close to the castle which is the main attraction. Probably the nicest possible view. Has everything it needs to be honest. Lots of pictures of the castle in the house, I dare you to count them all.”
  • Orla
    Ireland Ireland
    “Near the castle and we had the sitting room and kitchen to relax”
  • Jam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent location. Bedding was clean and comfortable. Lovely large bathroom.”

Managed by Reserve Apartments

Company review score: 8.8Based on 1,557 reviews from 52 properties
52 managed properties

Company info

Reserve Apartments is a small, local, dedicated company who have been managing holiday lets across Edinburgh and Glasgow for over 15 years. Our short stay apartments are perfectly located for a weekend or short break. With iconic attractions close by, you will discover why Edinburgh and Glasgow are considered by many to be the perfect location for a break away. We take care to put all the comforts of your own home in our apartments and are always on hand to assist in anything you need

Property info

The Castle Esplanade Residence is a delightful property in Edinburgh. Sleeping arrangements: 1x double bedroom, 1x king OR twin bedroom. Please note we do not provide hypoallergenic bedding at our properties. Please also note this is a historic building with an old spiral staircase (around 80 stairs), and unsuitable for guests with mobility issues. This property doesn't come with free parking but there limited paid street parking in the local area for an additional fee. There is payable private parking available at the NCP car park on Castle Terrace. All properties are strictly non-smoking, and do not accept hen/stag/party groups. At least one guest must be over 25 years old.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Castle Esplanade Residence

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Castle Esplanade Residence takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment 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 200 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about USD 250. 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.

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

No cribs or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 25

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted The Castle Esplanade Residence 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

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Check-in after 19:00 is possible for an additional fee, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.

Please note that all guests must arrange their arrival with the property before their check-in date.

Please note the lead guest must be 25 years and older.

Please inform The Castle Esplanade Residence 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.

A damage deposit of £200 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. 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.

License number: EH69502-P

FAQs about The Castle Esplanade Residence

  • The Castle Esplanade Residence has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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

  • The prices at The Castle Esplanade Residence may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Castle Esplanade Residence is 650 feet from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Castle Esplanade Residence offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The Castle Esplanade Residence can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

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

    • Check-in at The Castle Esplanade Residence is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.