If you are looking for comfortable and well situated lodgings with absolutely lovely hosts, look no further than Jim and Andre's. About 20 minutes from the Royal Mile, 15 minutes from the train station, and an easy 5 minute walk from a fabulous bakery/cafe - not to mention a host of other cafes, pubs, and restaurants - we had all the perks of being near the city center but all the comfort of feeling as if we were staying off the beaten path.
Jim and Andre were fantastic hosts, and pointed us to a few local attractions we would not have known about otherwise. Their two beagles, Gulab and Jamun, were super sweet and a joy interact with.
To anyone staying in Edinburgh we highly recommend staying here! We will most definitely be looking up Jim and Andre next time we come to Scotland.