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Reviews of Drummond Apartment This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

5 Drummond street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH8 9TT, United Kingdom

#642 of 1,094 vacation rentals in Edinburgh

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Review Score

Based on 26 apartment reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free Wifi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: December 11, 2024

    10
    A must stay in the heart of Edinburgh.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    The apartment was very spacious, cleanliness was without fault, and all amenities were provided. The personal touches, such as the welcome pack and messages from the owners, made the stay extra special. The location was excellent, in the heart of Edinburgh with everything within walking distance.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2024

    7.0
    We had a fun time. Location is great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lots of stairs/ Little room for luggage/Sticky bathroom door handle (upstairs)/ Slow bathroom sink drain (upstairs)

    Clean/ Art/Plants/Dishwasher/Well Appointed

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    9.0
    Excellent in all respects and I would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Superb location, very comfortable beds and furniture, well arranged apartment over two floors. Absolutely answered all our needs.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2024

    8.0
    Fabulous time in a cosy apartment within walking distance of city centre, great stay for the fringe
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Fridge! - One of door shelves broken, and needed a very small amount of food smudges wiped up on arrival

    Excellent city location, fringe venues just outside and within easy reach

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2024

    7.0
    Great location for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bedrooms were on the small side and the stairs to the upstairs bedrooms are quite steep. You have to walk through one bedroom to get to the other room.

    The location of the apartment was excellent, just around the corner from the Royal Mile. The welcome basket and bottle of bubbles was most appreciated. The kitchen was well equipped.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2024

    10
    Lovely, good rest, great location, perfect for short trip to Edinburgh
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In the kitchen was wooden skirting board fallen, and we couldn’t use one of sockets upstairs in the bedroom as some metal thing was stuck in it.

    Location was perfect, very quiet if you want a good rest. Apartment’s layout has quirkiness but we loved it. Host was very kind and left nice welcome pack. Was lovely touch. Thank you.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2023

    7.0
    Great location. But noisy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Strange configuration of bedrooms. Upstairs was very open with limited privacy. Very noisy plumbing.

    Location was great.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    10
    Great, compact location in the heart of the city. Clean and comfortable. Lovely haven to come back to after a day at the
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The communal hallways are a little off putting in appearance, but there were no problems with noise or neighbours. Layout internally is unusual - as other reviews indicate.

    Perfect location, comfortably equipped flat. Lovely treats provided on arrival (flowers, tea, coffee, biscuits and even Prosecco!).

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would have been a great help to have been able to use the lift.

    Excellent apartment for our family celebration- 80th and 21st- 3 generations. Everything that you can think of can be found at hand. Great location for both the Royal Mile - Castle for Tattoo & Fringe shows.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2023

    8.0
    Great location responsive owners
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Be aware third floor and lifts sadly were not working again when we were there. In peak times eg comedy festival then a tad noisy

    Location. Hosts were very quick to respond

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2023

    8.0
    The location of the apartment is absolutely amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The building was not exactly what we imagined. There is a mix of full-time residents, students, and rental units what appears to be a converted dormitory building. The apartment sits above Drummond St which isn't terribly busy, but you hear everything since the windows do not provide any soundproofing. It's especially loud when the trash bins are picked up and if you stay over a weekend (Thurs - Sun) then the pub across the street gets quite loud. The bedrooms are a bit odd. Downstairs has a room with (2) single beds. Upstairs is essentially a loft that has 1 double bed that is above the kitchen/living area. Then there is another room/loft section with (2) more single beds that is open to the bedroom on the downstairs level. There is a wooden closet-like door that can be closed but it's not soundproof. Just so it's clear, there are plenty of beds but none of them are truly private rooms.

    The host was wonderful and sent all of the important information ahead of our arrival. We knew we were going to arrive much later than originally planned, but the host provided all the necessary information for the exterior code as well as the lock box combination for the keys to the apartment door. No issues! The location of the apartment is incredible! We walked all over the city and even though we had a car, we never used it for visiting the sites in Edinburgh. My family and I also liked that there were (2) full bathrooms. Although, the upstairs shower is very small.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    7.0
    Despite issue with bedrooms we had a great stay & location was far better than last year when we stayed in residenti
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bedroom set up is an acquired taste and would suit a family better than group of friends due to mezzanine and curtain separating rooms and also to gain access to one room had to go through another. Sound travels between all rooms unfortunately.

    Location very central with amenities close by. Property was very secure. Very clean loved the additional extras provided eg tea & coffee not to mention the bottle of bubbly.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    10
    A very enjoyable comfortable weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Easy access to city centre , very clean and comfortable , well equipped for cooking etc . Comfy beds , nicely decorated , good for family with tv etc . Very helpful friendly hosts .

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2022

    8.0
    Nice apartment in a great location. Wonderful friendly and helpful hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very steep steps up to the 2 bedrooms on the top level. Very noisy on the first night due to World Cup revellers, but this was no fault of the hosts.

    Communication with Archie and Maggie was easy and promptly responded to. The apartment had an 'interesting' layout, but made good use of available space. Treats on arrival were a lovely touch. Great access to the city, train station and other public transport.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not applicable

    Gorgeous little apartment. Location perfect for seeing Edinburgh. Lovely touch leaving wine, porridge, chocolates, crisps, orange juice and all soaps and shower gels.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2022

    8.0
    Will certainly recommend an stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Windows and blinds need to work, perhaps some minor repairs are necessary in one bedroom and the kitchen area. Some areas in these areas could also be kept cleaner.

    Excellent location for our purpose which was my son’s graduation from the University of Edinburgh.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2023

    4.0
    Location close to lots of things, but too many things that did not meet expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    No elevator, broken all the time according to the other tenants! All 4 of us, older sisters, had to climb 5 flights of stairs daily. TOO Much noise outside the apartment EVERY NIGHT from local college students who use the area as a hangout!!!

    the apartment was clean and spacious

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    5.0
    1st time in Scotland
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No privacy between bedrooms, no fans, no garbage bags

    Great location, dish washer, clothes washer, dish ware, hot pot.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2022

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