The Cowgatehead Residence - Edinburgh
55.947992, -3.193653Overview
Spacious city-centre apartment steps from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile
Prime Location in Edinburgh's Old Town
The Cowgatehead Residence is positioned 4 minutes on foot from the National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle is 1 km away, and Edinburgh Waverley station is a 9-minute walk. Edinburgh Airport is 9 km from the residence.
Spacious One-Bedroom Apartment
The residence provides a one-bedroom apartment with a separate living room. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, stovetop, and coffee machine. A washing machine and a private bathroom are included in the apartment.
Guest Amenities and Services
Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The residence offers heating and is entirely non-smoking. Street parking is available, and the staff can offer early check-in when possible.
Exploring Edinburgh's Attractions
The Real Mary King's Close is 400 metres from the residence. Edinburgh Playhouse is a 19-minute walk away, and the Edinburgh International Conference Centre is 1 km away. Guests can enjoy boating, kayaking, and canoeing in the surroundings.
Practical Details
The Cowgatehead Residence is on the 3rd floor with stair access only; no lift is available. Rollaway beds can be provided for additional guests. The property supplies towels and toilet paper during the stay.
- Location: 4-minute walk to National Museum of Scotland, 1 km to Edinburgh Castle
- Rooms: One-bedroom apartment with living room and kitchen
- Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, stovetop, coffee machine
- Services: Street parking, early check-in when possible
- Special: Rollaway beds supplied, towels and toilet paper provided
Licence number: EH-68964-F
Rooms and availability

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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Coffee machine
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Cots
No smoking on site
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
Media
- CD player
Essential information about The Cowgatehead Residence
| 💵 Lowest room price | 179 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 500 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 13.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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