Torphichen Street

With its easy-going West End setting, this 6-bedroom Torphichen Street apartment gives you a comfortable place to settle in while keeping some of Edinburgh’s most interesting streets, cafés, and shops close at hand. It has a welcoming feel from the outset, making it a pleasant spot to return to after a day out in the city.

The West End puts you in a fantastic spot for both day to day convenience and easy sightseeing. Edinburgh’s city centre, and the wider New Town are within easy reach, while frequent bus, tram and rail links make exploring the city and travelling further afield simple and stress free.

Looking for an easy way to immerse yourself in Edinburgh’s local character?

Our Torphichen Street apartment is a great fit. Its West End setting places you within strolling distance of eateries, shops, and excellent transport links, making it simple to slip into city life and head out to explore whenever the mood takes you.

This Edinburgh festival lets apartment presents a central location that works well for both short breaks and longer stays. The surrounding area offers a good mix of local character and practical convenience. If you’re looking for accommodation during the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh International Festival, Edinburgh International Book Festival, a summer holiday with friends or family, or a work trip to the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, this spacious 6‑bedroom apartment on Torphichen Street is the perfect base for your stay in Edinburgh.

Please note that, although the apartment can accommodate up to 10 guests, it has a strict no‑party and no‑smoking policy.

Interior layout

As soon as you step inside, the hallway sets a welcoming tone for the apartment before leading through to the main spaces.

With its practical setup, the kitchen is designed for self-catering stays and makes it easy to prepare meals. The wooden cabinetry and centrally placed dining table give the room a functional feel, while still leaving plenty of space for cooking and gathering together. It is fitted with a useful range of appliances, including an induction hob, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge, as well as supplied with essential cookware, crockery and utensils. From breakfast through to supper, you’ll find all the essentials to cook up a storm right where you need them.

The apartment includes six bedrooms in total, made up of 4 double rooms and 2 single rooms, giving the property a flexible layout that works well for a range of guests. Each bedroom has been arranged to provide a comfortable and practical space to stay in, with enough room to settle in and feel at home during your visit. The 4 double bedrooms are especially appropriate for couples or guests who prefer a larger bed, while the two single bedrooms offer a convenient option for children, friends, or additional members of the group.

Together, the bedrooms provide a balanced sleeping arrangement, making the apartment tailored towards those travelling together as a group who want a good level of personal space. (Please note that the fire stove is for decorative purposes only and not intended for use.)

The apartment has two shower rooms, both located off the hallway, which adds a practical level of convenience for guests staying together. Each one is finished in a modern style, with a walk-in shower and a neutral design that keeps the spaces feeling fresh and easy to use. With both shower rooms positioned from the hallway, the layout works well for privacy as well as everyday ease.

Towels and linen are supplied. If you need a travel cot and/or high chair for your little one, please request the travel cot and/or high chair at least three days in advance of your arrival date. Be sure to bring your own linen for the travel cot as we do not have the linen for the cot. The travel cot comes equipped with a standard UK lightweight foldable mattress. However, if you prefer an additional mattress for extra comfort, please bring that along as well.

This Edinburgh holiday retreat is not permitted to host stag or hen parties, nor any other type of party. Smoking is strictly forbidden inside the apartment. Pets are not permitted to visit or stay.

Around and about

Planted within Edinburgh’s West End, Torphichen Street offers a location that feels both central and settled, giving you easy access to the city while still providing a calm place to come back to after a busy day. From here, you can make the most of nearby cafés, local shops, and everyday essentials, all while being close to the wider character and energy of this part of Edinburgh.

Whether you prefer to explore on foot or rely on public transport, getting around here is very straightforward. Haymarket is close at hand, placing the city centre, Princes Street, and the West End’s main streets within easy reach, while bus, tram, and rail links are all conveniently nearby, with Haymarket Station just a 6-minute walk away. Services including the 3, 31, and 33 bus routes, along with Haymarket Rail Station and Haymarket Tram Stop, make it easy to travel along Princes Street, down towards Leith, and across the city with ease. There is also a bus stop outside the property with route 2, which is handy for travelling towards the Old Town. This property gives you a well-connected base for exploring Edinburgh at your own pace.

Food and drink are close at hand, with a varied choice of restaurants and eateries just a 4 – 5 walk away. Nishiki serves Japanese inspired dishes with a modern twist, from small plates and sushi to breakfast options and relaxed evening dining, while Ha Noi Street Food offers authentic Vietnamese favourites packed with fresh flavour. Fava brings a welcoming Greek feel with meze and Mediterranean dishes, and Nok’s adds a lively Thai inspired option with food, cocktails, and a laid-back atmosphere. With so much choice nearby, it is easy to enjoy everything from a quick bite to a wholesome meal out. For even more choices, the city centre is easy to reach, opening up an even wider selection of meal spots to suit every taste.

With its excellent West End setting and easy access to some of Edinburgh’s best-known areas, Torphichen Street offers a well-placed base for enjoying the city in a way that suits you.

Booking requirements

One member of the booking party must be at least 25 years old.

Important

This accomodation is not suitable for stag or hen parties. A damage deposit of £400 is required prior to arrival and, in the event that there is no damage to the house, will be fully refunded one week after your departure. The building’s intercom buzzer system is currently out of order, so someone from the apartment will need to go downstairs to open the door for any returning guests.

Please note that this apartment is located on the 2nd floor in a residential building with no access to a lift and is accessed via up 2 flights of stairs. Therefore, this property is not wheelchair accessible and not suitable for anyone who has mobility issues. Please also note that there is no dedicated parking at the apartment. If you’re arriving in Edinburgh by car, you may use the pay-and-display on-street parking bays managed by Edinburgh Council.

The fireplace in the living room is entirely decorative and cosmetic, and is not intended for use.

House rules

• This apartment accommodates a maximum of 10 guests. No unregistered guests are allowed to visit or stay overnight.
• Parties, events, and large gatherings of any kind are strictly prohibited. All guests must comply with our other house rules regarding noise and the neighborhood.
• Please do not engage in any anti-social behaviour. Guests must not behave in a way which causes, or is likely to cause, alarm, distress, nuisance or annoyance to any person; or which amounts to harassment of any person; or causes damage to anyone’s property. This includes high levels of noise and drunken or threatening behaviour, which is strictly prohibited.
• No pets are allowed.
• Please be respectful of your neighbours and keep any form of noise to a minimum between the hours of 9:00 pm and 7:30 a.m.
• Strictly no smoking, vaping, candles, or incense burners. Smoking is not permitted both inside the apartment and outside of the apartment building.

Sleeping details

• 4 double bedrooms
• 2 single bedrooms

EPC Rating: Band C

Facilities

Check-in / Check-out

Check-in is from 16:00 until 22:00, or later by special arrangement.
You will be asked to check-out before 10:30.

We will send you the check-in instructions at least one day prior to your arrival date. It is important to check your email to ensure you have received these instructions before you arrive, as they contain all the necessary details to make your check-in process smooth and efficient. Should you prefer to receive the check-in instructions further in advance, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are more than happy to accommodate your request and ensure you have all the information you need well ahead of time.

Luggage Storage

You are welcome to store your luggage free of charge at our Greatbase Office, located at 24 St Stephen Street, during office hours from Monday to Friday. Please confirm your drop-off and collection time if you would like to use this service.

If you would like to find a place to store your luggage before check-in, read our article on how to find the best-rated luggage storage in Edinburgh.

If you need to store luggage at Edinburgh Airport, the Luggage Point is a good option.