This is a great place from which to explore Edinburgh. Our family had plenty of space to hang out. The location was perfect. It was on a quiet street with no traffic outside. Yes, there seems to be a restaurant somewhere above and you can hear some noises, but it did not bother us or keep us from sleeping peacefully. Very close to all of the main attractions on the Royal mile. We did a few tours and could easily walk to meet our tour guides to all of them. There is a grocery store in 5 minutes walk and lots of other shops as well.