I am very pleased that I found Mary's place to stay during my trip to Edinburgh. It is very clean and comfortable, and the neighborhood is safe and welcoming, even in the wee hours of the morning. Mary is kind and full of tips about the best way to get around town. It's a manageable 30-35 minute walk to the city center, or you can hop on the nearby 23 or 27 bus for £1.50 and take it straight into town. I highly recommend the Blue Bear Cafe just down the road for breakfast, they have the best haggis in Edinburgh! Stay at Mary's place, you'll be happy you did.