The Cowgatehead Residence - Edinburgh

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The Cowgatehead Residence - Edinburgh
Cowgatehead, Edinburgh Eh1 1Jy, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JY·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.4
Comfort8.2
Staff8.1
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.6
Who stays here
Groups54%
Families32%
Couples7%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.4
Comfort8.2
Staff8.1
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.6
Who stays here
Groups54%
Families32%
Couples7%
Solo7%

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

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire apartment for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Apartment
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Kitchen facilities
Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Cots

No pets allowed
No Smoking

No smoking on site

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Media

  • CD player
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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

Cowgatehead, Edinburgh Eh1 1Jy, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JY
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Cowgatehead, Edinburgh Eh1 1Jy, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JY
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Cowgatehead, Edinburgh Eh1 1Jy, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1JY
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
490 m
High St.
Royal Mile
490 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
490 m
Monument
Scott Monument
490 m
Museum
Museum of Childhood
490 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
490 m
Theatre
Festival Theatre
490 m
Museum
The Writers' Museum
490 m
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museum
490 m
Museum
Gladstone's Land
490 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
490 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
490 m
Restaurant
The Witchery by the Castle
350 m
Restaurant
The Mussel and Steak Bar
110 m
Restaurant
Oink
170 m
Restaurant
Makars Gourmet Mash Bar
410 m
Restaurant
Vittoria on the Bridge
320 m
Restaurant
The Elephant House
290 m
Restaurant
Hula Juice Bar & Cafe
110 m
Restaurant
Maison Bleue
260 m
Restaurant
Hanam's Middle East Restaurant
300 m
Restaurant
The Last Drop
150 m

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Guests say: good, with trade-offs
rated 7+
7.8/ 10
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