Cheval Abbey Strand Apartments at Holyrood, in central Edinburgh near the Royal Mile, offers express check-in/out, dry cleaning services, and free in-room WiFi. St. Giles' Cathedral and other attractions are within walking distance.
Located in Edinburgh, Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood is in the city center. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
Along with concierge services, this smoke-free aparthotel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include 2 bathrooms and a sitting area, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches like an espresso maker and bathrobes.
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood offers 9 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Accommodations at this 5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.
This Edinburgh aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
General
9 units
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you, lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Abbey Strand Apartments Apartment Edinburgh
Abbey Strand Apartments Edinburgh
Abbey Strand s Enburgh
Abbey Strand Apartment at Holyrood
Abbey Strand Apartments at Holyrood
Cheval Abbey Strand Apartments at Holyrood
Cheval Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood Edinburgh
Cheval Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood Aparthotel
Frequently asked questions
Is Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood?
As of 2026/3/7, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood on 2026/3/31 start from NT$5,591, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood located?
Located in Abbeyhill, this luxury aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Scottish Parliament and Princes Street. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mi (2 km). St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 20 minutes.
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Reviews
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
10
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 146 reviews
10 - Excellent
125
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 146 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 146 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Christine
2025/10/26
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The space was lovely and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much!
The only challenge was that we could not turn on any heat in the living room area and it was a little chilly.
Christine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark
2025/9/28
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great. And really helpful reception staff
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Simon
2025/9/10
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely flat next door to Holyrood Palace. Close enough to the action but quiet.
Simon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ian
2025/5/17
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great apartment and location, everything we hoped for
Ian
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andreas
2025/6/3
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location and beautiful property with amazing views.
Andreas
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna
2025/6/22
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing location and apartment . Would highly recommend and would definitely book again when visiting Edinburgh.
Anna
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim
2025/7/24
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved staying at Abbey Strand! Very historic building but with all modern conveniences. Quiet part of Royal Mile away from noise & traffic but easy walk to anywhere. No air conditioning but temps are generally cooler. Definitely recommend a stay when in Edinburgh.
Tim
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andi
2025/4/29
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation. Exceptionally clean, beautifully decorated, comfortable bed. I highly recommend.
Andi
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Yvette
2024/6/25
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was amazing! We loved the location close to the palace and walking distance to park (Arthur’s seat). My family and I truly enjoyed the location and amenities.
Yvette
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dana
2024/6/25
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice for families, very clean. Can park fairly close by at Dynamic Earth if renting a car.
Lovely apartment in a great location.
Right next to the Palace. Located at the opposite end of the royal mile to Edinburgh castle, and not far from all tourist sites and restaurants. It's all uphill from the apartment, but a lovely downhill walk on the way back. 😁
Apartment was lovely and clean, plenty of room for us and a super handy bed/sofa that was easy to use each day.
Only issue was we were never sent the door code for entry to the apartment. No-one seemed to reply on the info@abbeystrandapartments.com email address.
Called twice and was told something about the company being bought out. Super helpful lady on the phone who then sent us the door code. That came from reception@oldtownchambers.com email address.
Who knows who's running it.
Great weekend break in a great apartment. Admin was rubbish though.
As always, saved by the lovely friendly staff on the phone.
Leigh
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cara
2024/9/24
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A little difficult to find/enter the place, but once we got in, it was very nice, and the service was excellent.
Cara
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise
2024/6/2
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well appointed, clean and comfortable
Louise
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patricia
2025/9/8
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
No WIFI but apt is beautiful
We loved this apartment, but if WiFi is at all important to you, be warned that although it is billed as including WiFi, it only worked for us in the building lounge and not in our apartment at all. Beautiful building in beautiful location—nearest neighbor seemed to be the king? It’s right by the palace and across from the parliament building. Very quiet at night but it’s a walk to groceries. Housekeeping every day. Excellent bed but bed in fold out couch could have been better (but we have had worse). Check-in process was a little mysterious because our email with instructions didnt get send until very late morning that day and we had already left our previous accommodation and had no access to email
Patricia
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
2023/10/9
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Highly recommend this property. Has the best of both a hotel and a apartment (still had somewhere to store luggage when we check out, umbrellas, lobby to wait for taxis). Great staff (Peter), couldn't be more helpful!
Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tatiana Ivanitskaya
2024/12/3
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable apartment with well done amenities. Spotless. Would definitely stay there again. Right next to Holyrood House, Parliament and Dynamic Earth. Less conveniently located for other areas although the #35 bus is steps away.
Tatiana Ivanitskaya
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Belinda
2024/5/8
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Quiet yet close
Great location, right at the end of the Royal Mile so you're close to everything but still in a quiet little spot. Beautiful garden and view of the crag overlooking the city. Very well appointed apartments, very clean. Overall our favourite place to stay while on our trip to the UK.
Belinda
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee
2025/2/9
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stunning.
This apartment was beautiful, location superb.
The decoration of a very high standard like a luxury hotel. The 2 bedrooms and bathrooms absolutely stunning!
We loved this beautiful apartment and wished it had not been a flying visit!
The cleanliness is immaculate and the overall feel is very warm and inviting!
We will return one day’ if you want a location with views and just off the Royal Mile this is wonderfully place!
Beautiful, highly recommended
Lee
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelley
2024/4/29
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was beautiful!! Clean, decorated lovely and functional.
The bathrobes provided were an extra nice.
The location was just perfect.
We went to breakfast about a quarter of a mile away.
Quiet, tucked away by the Holyrood house gardens, it was the perfect place to stay.
Shelley
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott
2024/10/18
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing!
The location was beautiful, it’s right next to the palace. The apartment was so beautiful and well decorated. My children loved reading in the window seats. It was an excellent apartment with an excellent location. The communication was also really great. We received the code to enter early and they also helped with recommending a taxi service to the airport.
Scott
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Mark
2024/11/21
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredibly comfortable and luxurious with meticulous attention to detail and conscious efforts made to supply local products.
The location is ideal for city access yet safe and quiet in the grounds of Holyrood Palace.
The facilities were high tech and without a user manual which meant we struggled to use the oven and had no heating all week…
Mark
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis
2024/9/9
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
Location was absolutely incredible. Very comfortable and clean. Everymorning woke up overlooking Holyrood House. Stunning. Only problem was the 3 flights if spiral staircase that's one had to maneuver up and eventually down with larger suitcases. We were traveling for 15 days. Beyond that wonderful
Dennis
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Andrea
2023/9/12
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location and space in Edinburgh
The location was incredible. Right next to Hollyrood and perfect for a few days in Edinburgh. Well decorated and appointed. The in house laundry a dream. And the gardens out back (chef’s kiss). The only downside was the sliding bathroom door that didn’t want to stay it’s tracks
Andrea
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carolina K
2025/6/22
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We thought the room was really amazing and in just about the best location you could imagine. We had a lot of trouble with instructions such as we received a map for parking and the map had nothing to do with where parking actually would be. We were told there was a common room where we could do laundry, but we never discovered where that common room might be so there were definitely some communications issues With a mysterious person who we would communicate with via messages .
We ended up parking very expensively in one place the day we rented a car. We never got the laundry done.
Carolina K
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Drew
2023/12/16
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cheval exceeded our expectations! It was clean, quiet, large, comfortable, and recently renovated. There is a lot to do nearby and everything is walkable. However, it is at the end of the Royal Mile at the bottom of a gentle hill. The good thing is it provides a peaceful night's sleep. The not-so-good thing is that is at one end of the town so you have to walk towards the center of town to do everything.