• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Southside Apartments offer self-catering apartments ideal for exploring the Old Town of Edinburgh. The apartments are just 25 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh city centre, 18 minutes’ walk to the Royal Mile and are on a good bus route. All apartments have fully-equipped kitchens, lounge and dining areas and a bathroom. Some apartments have original period features such as high ceilings and sash windows. All Southside Apartments feature free WiFi and plasma TVs with Freeview The kitchens have an oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Towels and linen are included and hair and body shampoo is provided. A starter pack is also provided for your arrival to get you started which includes soap, washing up liquid, washing powder, rubbish bags, toilet rolls and sachets of tea, coffee and sugar. Holyrood Park is just 10 minutes’ walk from Southside Apartments and Edinburgh Castle can be reached in 15 to 20 minutes' walk. There is no onsite parking at our Southside apartments Destination Edinburgh are delighted to have Edinburgh Short term let licences for our Southside apartments. This means we meet all planning, health and safety, insurance and other general conditions set by Edinburgh Council for short term lets. Please make sure you stay at a licenced premises

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.7
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  • Vera
    Ireland Ireland
    Clean apartments, easy to find, good location and easy communication.
  • Uensal
    Switzerland Switzerland
    excellent communication with host very clean perfect location
  • Susan
    Canada Canada
    We liked everything about this property. It had a well appointed kitchen, a lovely place to sit after a long day’s touring, good shower and comfortable beds
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Destination Edinburgh

Company review score: 9Based on 1,457 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Destination Edinburgh is a small, local company based in the city centre of Edinburgh. We manage 17 properties throughout the city . Our team are happy to recommend things to do during your stay.

Property information

Renovated in 2007, our Southside Apartments building used to be a popular casino! Traditional Edinburgh stone built tenements, updated with modern furniture and amenities, these apartments are ideal for both family and friend groups looking for comfortable accommodation in the Newington area of Edinburgh.

Neighbourhood information

The apartments are roughly 15-20 minutes' walk from Princes St, There is an abundance of restaurants and bars in the Newington area. The nearest bus stop is almost outside the door and provides an easy transport link to all areas of the city.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Slovak

Property surroundings

Facilities of Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor & View
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Slovak

House rules

Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

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

Check-out

From 00:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 25

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash is not accepted Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh 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 must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Parties/events are not allowed.

The property cannot accept bookings from local residents.

Minimum Age of Lead Booker (and person staying) must be 25.

All our bookings include VAT as we are part of the Travel Operators Margin Scheme and we are unable to provide a VAT breakdown.

There is no reception at the apartments.

Apartments are at 7 & 11 Newington Road and you will be allocated an apartment/s at either or both.

Please inform Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: C, EH-69559-F,EH-69561-F,EH-69562-F, EH-69564-F,EH-69458-F,EH-69556-F,EH-69551-F

FAQs about Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 6 guests

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

  • Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh is 0.9 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Southside Apartments by Destination Edinburgh (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms
      • 3 bedrooms

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