Thank you, David and Armando for hosting my family of 5. We requested to drop off our bags prior to check in so we could tour around the city. Armando met us and provided detailed tips for what to see and where to go. We mentioned that we were disappointed about missing the Military Tattoo since we were departing on the the first day of the event. He suggested asking about preview tickets which we were able to purchase. Incredible show!!!
The place is very clean and conveniently located to everything we wanted to do. David promptly answered my questions and was great about communicating check-in instructions. The castle was on our list to see and it’s so cool to just walk across the esplanade. The risers blocked the view of the castle but one of the bedrooms has a great view of the Obscura and Princes Street. It was also a special treat to stay in a National Trust home, appreciating the place and furniture carried so much history. My children got a kick being able to use old style keys.
Do pace yourself when climbing 4 flights of stairs with heavy luggage. Because two cab drivers said the Royal Mile was blocked and did not want to take us, we walked up the hill from the train station, up the steps to the street and then up more stairs to the apartment. It was quite a huff and puff moment. Totally worth it.