This is one of my favorite stays ever. I almost hesitate to praise it too much for fear that I won't be able to get in again, but it is truly amazing. The rooms are large, decor is great, the fireplace in the bedroom was so welcome on a chilly and rainy night. When we arrived and saw the location, I was worried about noise, since it's right in the heart of the busiest area between St. Giles and the castle. I heard no street noise at all though because we are in the courtyard and the walls are so thick. As other reviewers have noted, small tour groups do come into the courtyard for just a few minutes at a time a few times a day and you can hear them talking, but not during hours when you'd be sleeping or anything. I slept so soundly here, and I'm a light sleeper. Definitely turn in rental car before you arrive as there is nowhere nearby to park and really no need during a city stay. This was absolutely perfect for our 3 nights in Edinburgh.