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Violet Bank Apartment Morningside is set in Edinburgh, 2.4 km from EICC, and offers a terrace, garden, and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3 km from National Museum of Scotland. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. A flat-screen TV with streaming services and a DVD player are featured. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Edinburgh, like skiing and hiking. A children's playground is also available for guests at Violet Bank Apartment Morningside. University of Edinburgh is 3.3 km from the accommodation, while The Real Mary King's Close is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 10 km from Violet Bank Apartment Morningside.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
6.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anastasiia
    Cyprus Cyprus
    So clean, very nice and cozy apartments, beautiful place and close to the city center. And so polite and caring owner
  • Rs
    Germany Germany
    We were really satisfied with the aprtement as well as the owner, who made us immediately feel welcomed. The apartment was clean and was just as advertised. Furthermore, did we have no trouble finding stores as the apartment was located in a vey...
  • Kathryn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, good size property with good facilities
  • Wiebke
    Germany Germany
    We really liked how modern and spacious it was! Also the location is quite good as we walked just 45 minutes to the castle and a supermarket was right around the corner. Also, there was the possibility to park our car quite cheaply some streets...
  • Ashlie88
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved that Reta and John were so welcoming on arrival and Steven was great with his communicating and information. The personal greeting made it so much better, especially as they answered questions and let us know the important stuff too.
  • Rahil
    Germany Germany
    The location was very nice. Very close to all the amenities. Spacious for a family stay. Good for a family vacation. They provided toys/books/movies to keep the little ones engaged.
  • Marina
    Israel Israel
    Apartment, cleanliness, everything thought out carefully, beds, pillows, dishes, kitchen and bathroom. We believe we got more than we paid for. Comfortable position of apartment near to down town, good supermarket in 3 minutes walk and bus station...
  • Muimuitg
    Thailand Thailand
    good services good location full furnished very comfortable to stay as own house close to big supermarket and not far from downtown
  • Agnes33q
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, the apartment is very comfortable there is everything what is needed. Beds very comfortable, I can recommend.
  • Christoph
    Germany Germany
    From first contact, to checkin and the apartment everything was perfect. It is a very clean apartment in a quite neighbourhood. Approximately 15 Minutes from there to the city centre be bus, busstop directly around the corner. We felt like home,...

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Steven MacLennan

9.7
9.7
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Host review score
Steven MacLennan
Our apartment is situated in a privately owned 1930's apartment block. Renovated in 2012 we have tried to keep many of the period features but bring the apartment up to date with all the modern appliance and amenities that our guests would need. Many of our guests comment that it feels like home and return regularly because of this.
We are a family run business. Founded by Reta after retiring from Visit Scotland as Grading and Classifications Officer she converted the family home into a Bed and Breakfast with husband John. Using her knowledge of the business Reta achieved a 5 star Gold rating from the Tourist board one of only a few in Edinburgh. In 2009 we expended in to Self Catering and bought this apartment. We have transferred the same standards and service from our B&B business to the apartments in order to give our guests the same level of service. On booking we like to make direct contact with our guest to ensure they have all the information required as well as our direct contact details in case they need any additional information or have questions. On arrival we like to meet the guests to familiarise them with the apartment and answer any questions they may have.
The apartment is 2 minutes' walk from Morningside Road the heart of Morningside. Morningside Road has everything that a guest would need from a Waitrose supermarket, to local butcher and grocer, cafes, bars, restaurants, dry cleaners and much more. As one of the main arteries into the city centre Morningside Road is serviced by many bus routes all running every 10 minutes to the city centre. Alternatively we would recommend that guests take a walk to the city through the Meadows Park and Old Town. It will take about 30 minutes but its well worth it. Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill to the South of Morningside offer leafy walks away from the city traffic and a fantastic view over the city and across to Fife as well up the Firth of Forth and East down the coast. For those more adventurous the Pentland Hill Regional Park offers over 100km of marked trails for walkers and cyclists. Some must see attractions in Edinburgh would be Edinburgh Castle, The National Museum of Scotland, Scottish National Gallery, St Glies Cathedral, Palace of Holyrood House , The Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat. There are many more places to see so we are happy to advise.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Violet Bank Apartment Morningside
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Heating
  • Garden
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £24 per day.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Children's playground
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Violet Bank Apartment Morningside takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£10 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A surcharge of £40 per hour applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Please inform Violet Bank Apartment Morningside in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of £500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: D, EH-70417-F

FAQs about Violet Bank Apartment Morningside

  • Violet Bank Apartment Morningside offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Skiing
    • Bowling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Walking tours
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Horse riding

  • The prices at Violet Bank Apartment Morningside may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Violet Bank Apartment Morningside can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Violet Bank Apartment Morningside is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Violet Bank Apartment Morningside is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Violet Bank Apartment Morningside has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Violet Bank Apartment Morningside on this page.

  • Violet Bank Apartment Morningside is 1.4 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.