Magical view from the living room ! I can't imagine a more charming location than Amanda's castle view apartment. Beneath the window- all the pleasures of Grassmarket: food, a farmer's market on the weekends, pubs with history- and across the street, the stairs leading directly up to Edinburgh Castle. Easy to walk to museums, restaurants, and the new part of the city. Amanda was kind, helpful and a gracious hostess throughout the process; from the booking through the entire stay. I didn't want to leave. And hope to return.