2 York Buildings, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH21HY
What's nearby
George Street - 4 min walk
Princes Street - 5 min walk
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 7 min walk
Royal Mile - 11 min walk
Edinburgh Castle - 15 min walk
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 29 min drive
Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
Edinburgh Waverley Station - 8 min walk
Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 26 min walk
St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Princes Street Tram Stop - 9 min walk
Balfour Street Tram Stop - 19 min walk
Restaurants
Zara - 5 min walk
Pho - 5 min walk
Five Guys St. James Quarter - 5 min walk
Dishoom Edinburgh - 4 min walk
Black Sheep Coffee - 4 min walk
About this property
Sonder Royal Garden
When you stay at Sonder Royal Garden, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of George Street and Princes Street. Apartments feature kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and designer toiletries. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 9 minutes.
Languages
Catalan, English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Property size
19 apartments
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Family friendly
Free crib/infant bed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Soap
Hair dryer
Entertainment
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable service
Laundry
Laundry detergent
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
19 rooms
Individually furnished
Fees & policies
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Sonder Royal Garden Edinburgh
Sonder Royal Garden Aparthotel
Sonder Royal Garden Apartments
Sonder | Royal Garden Apartments
Sonder l Royal Garden Apartments
Frequently asked questions
Does Sonder Royal Garden offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonder Royal Garden does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sonder Royal Garden?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonder Royal Garden?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Does Sonder Royal Garden have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
What's the area around Sonder Royal Garden like?
Sonder Royal Garden is a short 3-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 15 minutes' walk from Edinburgh Castle. Travelers give top marks for the aparthotel's prime location.
Sonder Royal Garden Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Carmel
Carmel, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
We stayed at a two bedroom apartment. The kitchen had everything we needed to get started for our stay. Place was clean and comfortable. It was within walking distance of old town and new town. There were tram and bus stations everywhere. We did not need a rental car. The only complaint our beds were very stiff.
There was a front desk with a manager when we arrived in the afternoon. The office is closed in the evening. Make sure your reservation is complete before arriving. Uploading ID documentation is very important.
Great stay, beautiful gardens behind the hotel. Would stay again.
Tammy
Tammy, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Great apartment stay in Edinburgh
Staff was very helpful and friendly. Clean and well appointed rooms. Easy walk to major tourist stops but with a more neighborhood feel.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 2, 2024
The staff was amazing and checking in was very easy and pleasant
The property was really lovely and located in best area of Edinburgh.
The apartment was very spacious, well equipped and comfortable. The only negative was that there were no windows and because it was in the basement, the apartment required to be equipped with air vents and circulation which was very noisy and it could not be turned down and the sleep was disturbed. Overall it was very nice and large apartment in great location.
V
V, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 26, 2024
Good location. Friendly and courteous staff
Waqar
Waqar, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Perfect location and absolutely stunning apartment! Check in and out was seamless - fabulous stay, thank you!
Amy
Amy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Nice apartment with a great location and helpful staff.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2024
Brooklyn
Brooklyn, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2024
Louise
Louise, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
On a 2 week Euro-trip, this was my fav stay. The staff was friendly, the place was easy to navigate. No issues with any outlets or appliances. Shopping & food was closeby - we didn't use transit once just because it was THAT walkable. Will def be coming back the next time I come to Edinburgh. Will also look into other Sonder properties when traveling!
SAMANTHA
SAMANTHA, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jun 1, 2024
Great location but poor quality
Great location and space but poor standard for the price point. We had a two bed apartment for a family of four (two adults and two children) and were impressed by the information and process pre-arrival and on the app. Didn’t really need service during our stay but staff were friendly. However, the finish, maintenance and quality of the building and apartment was very poor considering the price point and that it only opened last year. For example, a piece of the sash window came off (it wasn’t fully tightened) when we opened the window (almost hitting my little one), the panels on the radiators kept falling off, the dishwasher could only open a quarter of the way (!) because of the skirting board positioning, the shower wouldn’t drain properly, skirting boards were coming away from the wall at many places. Beds and pillows were uncomfortable. And WiFi connection was almost non-existent.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2024
Staying at a location like this really made a once in a lifetime trip even more special. Clean. Tastefully decorated. Came with all of the amenities you can need—and the location was so nice. Managing to be nestled between old town and new town—a quiet space overlooking a gorgeous garden. Close to shops and some incredible dining—and truly steps away from public transit. The staff were always friendly and engaging and prompt in assisting with any of our needs. We will absolutely keep Sonder on our radar for any of our future travels no matter the location. The attention to detail and friendly service goes such a long way.
Patrick
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Apr 17, 2024
Mireille
Mireille, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2024
Great location, clean, quiet and very comfortable as a base to explore Edinburgh.
Justin
Justin, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2024
Great stay
A very comfortable, centrally located apartment. Everything we needed. Friendly staff. Well positioned to walk to most of the key sites.
Peter
Peter, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2024
Shannon
Shannon, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay. Floors were quite creaky but it was a very nice place
Brent
Brent, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2024
Lovely apartment
We had a great stay! The only critical thing I have to say is that there isn’t complimentary room cleaning or turn down service, hey charge an extra fee for that if you want it. Otherwise our stay was lovely, the facility was very nice, and the people at the front desk were extremely kind and helpful! It was pretty centrally located and had amenities that we enjoyed. Overall we would stay here again!
Natalie
Natalie, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2024
Lovely apartment/ hotel
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The building is in a great location and it was a very enjoyable stay!
Ellie
Ellie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Great location and very close to the train station. Friendly staff and were very attentive when the sink broke to help to solve the problem. The rooms are really big and have great amenities and quiet! Would recommend staying if we went to Edinburgh again
Katie
Katie, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2024
I really enjoyed my stay at Sonder Royal Garden. Quiet, safe and within walking distance to restaurants, shops, Old Town Edinburgh, and Waverley Train Station. Staff were also super friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
Nga
Nga, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2024
Zarina
Zarina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 4, 2024
Very clean and professional, but the appliances were all confusing to use, and I didn't know that I had to look for an instructions in the app. Made things challenging when the other people I was staying with were senior citizens. Otherwise, most other aspects of the property were great.