Alexander's apartment turned out to be more than we bargained for. Warm and cosy, with a great view to the river just outside the windows. It was a perfect spot to start our sightseeing trips - the Walk of Leith took us along the river to the Botanical Gardens, we walked the famous Leith Walk to the city centre, and Easter Road led us to the Holyroodhouse Palace, Royal Mile and the Arthur's Seat, when we were tired there were bus stops to/from the city centre is just outside the front door. For cheap food shopping there's a Lidl nearby. We also invaded the Poundland and the crafty girls carried out tons of paper, tapes and ribbons from there - 1£ an item of course [this place also offers the socket adapter so you can use your continental devices in british homes - important!]. The apartment is just a few steps from the seashore and on the way there we spotted some restaurants and pubs [even visited one]. When not visiting pubs we enjoyed the tv [broadchurch episode premiere? nice!], DVDs and wifi. All in all we had a great time, Alexander had no problems with us arriving late in Edinburgh or leaving early after the stay. I can only recommend!