West Bow just off Royal Mile

West Bow just off Royal Mile Review: Everything You Need to Know

West Bow just off Royal Mile Is This the Best Place to Stay in Edinburgh (GB)?

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West Bow, located just off the Royal Mile, is found in the Old Town area of Edinburgh, a mere 200 meters from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 500 meters from the National Museum of Scotland, and 500 meters from Edinburgh Castle. The property is approximately 800 meters from Edinburgh Waverley station, 1.5 kilometers from Edinburgh Playhouse, and 5.5 kilometers from Arthur’s Seat. It is conveniently situated just 70 meters from the city center and 400 meters from The Real Mary King’s Close.

This one-bedroom apartment offers free WiFi, a TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen that includes a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is also designated as non-smoking.

Nearby points of interest include the Royal Mile, the University of Edinburgh, and the EICC. The closest airport to West Bow is Edinburgh Airport, located 9 kilometers away.

Couples especially appreciate the location — they gave it a perfect score of 10 for a getaway designed for two.

Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed

Facilities of West Bow just off Royal Mile
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi

Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair

  • Toaster

  • Stovetop

  • Oven

  • Kitchenware

  • Electric kettle

  • Kitchen

  • Washing machine

  • Dishwasher

  • Microwave

  • Refrigerator

Bedroom
  • Linen

Bathroom
  • Towels

  • Bath or shower

  • Private bathroom

  • Toilet

  • Hairdryer

Living Area
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology
  • TV

Room Amenities
  • Heating

  • Ironing facilities

  • Iron

Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout

Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
West Bow just off Royal Mile takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out
Until 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £200 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That’s about € 234. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of 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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in

Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverOther Cash is not accepted

Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Essential Information
Key details for guests staying at this property

Please be advised that there is no reception at this location.

Pre-payment is necessary at the time of booking for this property. In the event that the automatic system encounters issues after receiving your credit card details from booking.com, you will need to verify the details and make an online payment through the operator’s secure guest area. Following your booking, the property will reach out to provide further instructions.

Upon successful payment of your booking, the property will send a formal confirmation email containing vital information related to your stay.

Check-in after 19:00 is permitted, contingent upon availability and prior arrangements. Late check-in fees payable in cash are as follows: 19:00 until 22:30: GBP 15; 22:30 until 00:00: GBP 30; 00:00 until 02:00: GBP 50.

Kindly note that the accommodation is situated on the third floor and can only be accessed via stairs. As such, it may not be ideal for guests with mobility challenges.

Guests should indicate the total number of occupants, including children, during the booking process to ensure proper bed arrangements upon arrival. If only two guests are staying, please inform whether the use of the sofabed in the lounge is needed.

Those needing a high chair or travel cot are requested to notify the property in advance through the Special Requests box or by contacting the property using the information listed in your booking confirmation, as these items are not available on-site.

Please inform West Bow, located just off the Royal Mile, of your expected arrival time in advance. This can be done using the Special Requests box when booking or by directly contacting the property using the details provided in your confirmation.

This property does not permit hen, stag, or similar parties.

Quiet hours are enforced from 21:00 to 08:00.

A damage deposit of £200 is required, which will be charged a few days prior to your arrival. This fee will be processed via credit card, and you should expect a refund within 7 days post check-out, provided that the property is inspected and found to be in good condition.

License number: EH-70472-P, F

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