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217 Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1PE

Royal Mile Residence - Historic Edinburgh lodging with prime access to cultural landmarks

Situated just 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Old Town, Royal Mile Residence offers accommodations with television in each room. This Edinburgh hotel stands 0.5 miles from Edinburgh Waverley station, providing convenient transportation connections. Guests can explore numerous cultural attractions within a short 0.5 miles radius, including Calton Hill, Scottish National Gallery, The Writers' Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Gladstone's Land, and the National Museum of Scotland. The Palace of Holyroodhouse lies 0.5 miles from the property, while the Arthur's Seat hiking area is accessible at 1.5 miles away. Royal Mile Residence features proximity to diverse dining options, all located 0.5 miles from the premises, such as Gordon's Trattoria, The Albanach, Bubba Q, Bella Italia Edinburgh Royal Mile, Coffee House, La Locanda Italian Edinburgh, Starbucks Royal Mile, and The Baked Potato Shop.

Pros

Located in the historic heart of Edinburgh with eight major cultural attractions within 0.5 miles

Eight diverse dining establishments within 0.5 miles, ranging from Italian restaurants to coffee shops

Direct access to Edinburgh Waverley station for regional transportation

Positioned near the starting point for the Arthur's Seat hike

Cons

Located 9.5 miles from Edinburgh Airport, requiring additional transportation planning

No on-site dining facilities mentioned, requiring guests to visit nearby restaurants

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
Edinburgh100 m
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 13.7 km
Dundee (DND) 97.2 km
Train
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station300 m
Bus
Bus stop300 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Front desk
  • Luggage storage

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled
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Location

217 Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1PE
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217 Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1PE
Nearby
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
470 m
Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
520 m
Royal Mile
Royal Mile
400 m
High Street 2 Warriston's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
120 m
Museum
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
500 m
Church
St Giles' Cathedral
40 m
Store
Edinburgh Old Town
150 m
Monument
Scott Monument
510 m
Museum
The Writers' Museum
330 m
Museum
Gladstone's Land
320 m
Museum
Museum of Childhood
200 m
Nicolson Street
Surgeons' Hall Museums
490 m
2 Chalmers Close High Street (opposite Museum of Childhood on Royal Mile)
Brass Rubbing Centre
30 m
Museum
John Knox House
270 m
Church
Mercat Cross
130 m
Gallery
City Art Centre
180 m
354 Castlehill
The Scotch Whisky Experience
510 m
Cemetery
The Robertson Mausoleum
540 m
Restaurants
ClamShell
10 m
148 High Street
Starbucks Royal Mile
40 m
124 High Street
The City Cafe
150 m
19 Blair Street
The Tron
120 m
9 Hunter Square
Wings Edinburgh
100 m
7 Old Fishmarket Close
The Wall Coffee and Design House
150 m
45 Cockburn Street
Oink
460 m
34 Victoria Street 82 Canongate
The Halfway House
140 m
24 Fleshmarket Close Just Off Market Street by Waverley Station Entrance
Pret A Manger
160 m
Unit 2B Edinburgh Waverley Station
Zenobia
160 m
14A South Bridge
Belushi's
240 m
32 Market Street
The Piemaker
260 m
38 South Bridge
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