Reaaz is a great host and made us feel welcome from the start. We arrived at around supper time and wanted to go out to explore the Edinburgh food scene as soon as possible so he spent time telling us about where we could could go and what to avoid (definitely recommend Holyrood 9a by the way- I had the beet and squash salad and my daughter had a huge hamburger filled with everything and accompanied with fantastic chips).
The room is comfortable and very warm. You have all the privacy you need- we didn't meet the other guests, although Reaaz did tell us a little about them in case we bumped into each other. The shower room is on the floor below but it has great pressure and is nice and modern.
Don't be put off by the hall and stairs ( I was a bit concerned when we arrived in the dark)- it improves in day light.
Lastly, location. Spring gardens is just off the Royal Mile. It took us about 20-25 minutes to walk to The Castle and about 30 to the shopping area. It's great for doing a little exercise before sitting down to enjoy Edinburgh's food scene. Loved it all.