13 N. Banks St., 8A was a perfect Old City location for our week long visit to Edinburgh. From our large studio apartment, the view of the newer part of the city was spectacular. Out our front door was an easy (albeit hilly) walk to and from the train station and to Princes Street, where there were many shopping opportunities and, as it happened, the fun Christmas Market. Out the back door (at level 4) was access to the Royal Mile, with a very short walk to the Edinburgh Castle and the National Museum of Scotland, plus our Timberbush tour. And the Jolly Judge Pub (right out our back door) was a tremendously cozy and fun neighbor. Highly recommend this central location - and our very responsive hosts.