The location is fantastic, just 50m off the Royal mile and so close to all the amenities and tourist attractions. It is very close for the train station and many bus stops so travel further afield is easy. Buses are "tap on" and charge £1.80 per trip (no matter how far you go), and is capped once you make 3 trips. No change is given so having a contactless card is a must. The accommodation is perfect for use as a base to explore central Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Make sure you use the check-in instructions provided. We follow google maps and ended up at the rear of the building and had to go back to the written instructions to find the front door. Its so easy to find directly from the Royal mile.