Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Edinburgh

Great and clean house approximately 40 min. away from the city center. We were with the 4 of us and 2 of us had to sleep in the living room, but if you're not home that much that is not a problem at all. The neighbourhood was nice and quiet, and despite it not being close by any of the main tourist attractions of the city, the public transport to and from the city was relatively fast. The hosts were nice and easy to communicate with. Overall, a great place to stay! Would definitely recommend :)

Melissa’s place is amazing. 5 stars! There are a lot of wow characters in her place. The place is huge for just the two of us. The kitchen is spotlessly clean. It had everything we needed. The room is very comfortable and warm. We did not have to use public transport at all to get to all of the tourist spots. It is close to lots of the main sight seeing spots. Very convenient. Melissa is very friendly and helpful. She is very proactively with her communication. We supposed to contact her before we arrive but I did not read the instructions. She contacted us and sorted things. We only stay 2 days in Edinburgh, which we could stay for longer! Would stay in Melissa’s place again! Highly recommend it!

Beautifully renovated and spacious property. Great home base for visiting mid and east Lothian. Very quiet surroundings and between rooms. Highly recommend for friend groups or families. Daniela is a very attentive hostess. Only downside- could only find 1 hair dryer and utility knives were dull.

We had the best time! The accommodation is beautifully designed and had everything you need. Just a short walk from Stockbridge which had loads of bars, cafes and restaurants to try.

A beautiful home situated in the Deans Village. We had a great stay! Thanks for the recommendations in the city Crawfurd.

We had a great experience in Edinburgh, the house is beautiful, clear and comfortable. Ben and his team are very friendly, and always give us a great support. I would recommend who plans to visit Edinburgh and stay in here.

The Garden Cottage was everything we hoped for and more. The location was very convenient to Stockbridge and all of its restaurants and shops. There are numerous bus stops within 10-20 mins walk to grab a quick bus up the hill into New Town, across Princes Gardens into Old Town, or even for easy day trips like to Rosslyn Chapel or Portobello. Victoria was a very accommodating host and easy to work with. The cottage had plenty of space, was very well equipped for self-catering, and was stocked with all the basics you need (e.g., coffee, tea, sugar, etc.). Having a washer and dryer (as well as a drying rack) was a luxury we’ve rarely seen in the UK or Europe.

This, by far, is the best stay I have visited. Marie is the perfect host, communicated in an exceptional manner, and provided the loveliest place to centre our stay in Edinburgh. From check in to check out, I felt welcome, comfortable, and well situated. Buses were frequent to go anywhere we needed and the accommodation was a welcome resting place after a long day of exploring. I have stayed many places but Marie's provided both the necessities and little extras that made this a fondly remembered experience rather than just a place to lay my head. I recommend this to anyone who wishes to visit and will be recommending it to family and friends who wish to visit in the future.

Absolutely loved this flat. It was large and well curated. Had everything you could need and then some. Made us want to move right in… permanently!

Great location and a charming apartment with homely touches.

Great stay, responsive and friendly host. Apartment super clean and modern. Easy to get around 15 minutes from the city centre.

Perfect place for a stay in Edinburgh. Walkable location from the train station and to all the major attractions. Lovely apartment. Very quiet despite being so close to the city sites. Veronique lives nearby and was very friendly, kind and helpful. The apartment was well-supplied with fresh items, and not with leftovers from previous renters. So nice upon arrival to see fresh milk, butter, eggs, bread, juice, yogurt, and a full supply of condiments. Just a great place to stay. Highly recommended. Two nearby restaurants we'd recommend are an Italian restaurant called Amerone, and a French one called Chez Jules. Both excellent and reasonably priced. Busy, so booking ahead is recommended. We used a private driving service, LR Executive, for a day trip out to the highlands. Very expensive, but it was a great way to see the area and do some hiking. They allowed us to plan our own journey and stops. Ask for Andy--a great guide and driver.

Amazing spot opposite the Writer’s Museum and such a special experience to be a temporary tenant in Gladstone’s Land.

We had a great few days exploring Edinburgh and staying at Castle Nest! John was a great host and the apartment was the cutest little flat. The location was perfect for us - easy to get to all the best sights and walkable to a ton of great coffee shops, pubs, and shops. Would absolutely recommend this little gem in the middle of Edinburgh!

Absolutely stunning view of the castle there is a small patio that we had coffee every morning on just watching the castle. You can’t beat this location it’s so close to the Royal mile and the views are unreal!

Really appreciate your detailed instructions! No hassles and it was smooth. Love the location. Thank your very much Fleur for allowing us to stay! Thank you! Looking forward to come back to your home soon and explore Edinburgh!

We had a fantastic stay at Anke’s place in Shaftesbury! The location was ideal—just a short walk to the canal and within easy walking distance to Edinburgh city centre. There was a great local restaurant nearby called Gio, and a supermarket just around the corner, which made everything super convenient. The house was spotless and incredibly well-equipped—we didn’t need a thing. It truly felt like a home away from home. Anke was a wonderful host—very kind and attentive. She even surprised my husband with a birthday card and a bottle of wine, which was such a thoughtful touch and made our stay extra special. Would absolutely recommend this place and would love to come back!

We had a wonderful stay here! Great place, had everything we needed, and very clean! We stayed with three adults and a toddler and had plenty of space. Close to lots of shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay again!

Toby's place was exactly what my wife and I needed. It was clean, comfortable, and perfectly located. Toby was very responsive and helpful. I'd stay there again in a heartbeat.

I felt like a celebrity in this beautiful and quiet flat, right off the main action of Edinburghs center. The bed was comfy and had sparkling white sheets. The bathtub was just perfect for a soak after all the walking we did. The kitchen set up was perfectly stocked with tea, coffee and breakfast essentials, plus or host gave us great info on local shops for any other needs. We got the inside scoop on some of the best local restaurants and bars. Oh! And a jar of homemade Scottish Shortbread greeted us on our arrival! Absolutely worth every penny, and every step it takes to get to the flat. I didn't want to leave this chic little jewel in Edinburgh.

We loved Emma's place. Beautifull apartment, peaceful, quiet and comfortable. We felt at home straight away. It's in a great location and we loved exploring Stockbridge and it's pubs and restaurants. This is the best Air BnB we have stayed at! We will definitely be back to stay again in the future. Thank you

We loved our stay at the Snug - a short walk from supermarkets and the city centre (approx 25mins), plus local shops. The walk to the centre was free-lined and felt safe! The apartment was cosy and comfortable for 2 adults, and the water pressure/temperature was great. Decor felt homely and featured plenty of local touches which we loved!! Gabriella was flexible, friendly, professional, patient and receptive to feedback. For the price + amenities, we’d definitely choose to stay here again if visiting the city!

Wonderful experience from booking to check out. Michelle was super responsive during the entire process and was even there to greet us upon arrival. The flat itself was absolutely lovely and the location was great. The surrounding neighborhood had ample restaurants, coffee shops, and bars (Michelle provided some great recommendations). The flat was also walkable to all the popular sights but still quiet and relaxing. Traveled through Europe for 12 days and this was our favorite spot :) highly recommend!

This was our first time in Edinburgh and Chris and Sonia’s was the perfect place to stay! We loved that this location allowed us to walk everywhere. Additionally, Chris and Sonia created an extremely helpful guide of everything you could possibly need (food, attractions, instructions on how to access everything, maps on the city, etc.) and were always communicative.