This was my second stay at this location and with this host. I was very happy to return after a wonderful first visit last year. This location will always be my first choice when staying in Edinburgh. The host is incredibly friendly and helpful, the accommodations are spotless and comfortable, and the location can't be beat. You literally step out onto the Royal Mile in the middle of it all. Even though the room is street-facing, I've never had an issue with noise. The Mile really does quiet down late at night. The most noise you encounter are the rubbish trucks in the morning, but it's nothing bad at all. I'm a light sleeper and always feel rested here. The room is gorgeous and the window has an ample ledge where I enjoyed my tea and a bit of work each morning as I overlooked the people walking up and down the Mile. I cannot recommend this host/location enough!