I can't really imagine a better home base for exploring Edinburgh. Hosts were very welcoming, and the place itself was clean and bright. Kitchen works, fridge works, bathroom/shower works, heat works, in other words, no problems at all with the unit. The location itself is smack in the middle of all your tourism needs. Walk to almost every major sight, every major tour operator, a fantastic supermarket (in the basement of M&S), loads of green open spaces and old architecture to enjoy. If I return, I would LOVE to stay here again.

My only caution would be for elderly or very out of shape travelers. The elevator in the building on rare occasions would stop working, and the stairs were the only option. You'd have to cover a few flights. Was not a problem for me.