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  • Charlotte2 days ago in Royal Mile
    The Premier Inn, York Place, is a good safe place to leave luggage with helpful and welcoming staff.
  • Allen5 months ago in Royal Mile
    Very quick and easy to drop off and collect and very close to Waverley Station, and really friendly service.
  • Mal2 months ago in Royal Mile
    Perfect experience, quick service, secure room. Plan your day carefully as the streets can be steep depending on your direction with your bags.
  • Amelia 1 month ago in Royal Mile
    Very easy drop off and delivery, and kind and helpful staff at the hotel. Quite close to the train station.
  • Keith4 months ago in Royal Mile
    We used the Stasher location at Hub by Premier Inn on Rose Street in Edinburgh. Very friendly staff and excellent location for storing our luggage
  • Pamela4 months ago in Royal Mile
    Good location close to Waverley Station. We got a little lost trying to locate it but finally found it. There were several people in line waiting to drop off bags and only 1 person working. She did great and worked quickly, but was definitely flustered due to previous rude customers. I wish I could remember her name, but she did great! Pick up of our bags was super quick and easy as well. It was just very convenient being able to leave our bags while we explored the city then pick them back up before heading to our hotel for the evening. I'd leave my bags here again!
  • Martyn6 months ago in Royal Mile
    Excellent, so convenient for Waverley station lady who dealt with us was great and a decent price.
  • Simon7 months ago in Royal Mile
    Excellent location near Waverley terminus and other city centre amenities. The cases are taken to a locked room for storage. A couple of staff here have been a bit sniffy but on the whole they're fine, efficient and helpful.
  • Emily7 months ago in Royal Mile
    Easy drop off and pick up, no queues when I was there. Lady who helped was very friendly! 
  • Krishnasree5 months ago in Royal Mile
    Might not be the best place to get to with heavy bags. Easy to locate.
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FAQs

How much does it cost and how long is the walk to the nearest luggage storage near the Royal Mile?

Storage starts from £1.49 per bag per day, and the nearest Stasher point is about a 2-minute walk from the Royal Mile entrance; 7 points are within 3 minutes and 12 within 5 minutes.

Can I store large suitcases or rucksacks near the Royal Mile attractions?

Yes, Stasher has no bag size or weight limits, while Edinburgh Castle excludes suitcases and rucksacks of 30L or more, the Hub rejects bags over 30cm x 30cm x 15cm, and St Giles Cathedral has no luggage storage.

Are there public left-luggage lockers directly on the Royal Mile, or only at nearby buildings like Parliament?

The named Royal Mile sites do not all provide storage: Edinburgh Castle and St Giles Cathedral have none, while the Scottish Parliament at the foot of the Royal Mile provides lockers and baggage storage for visitors.

Can I collect my bags late at night after visiting the Royal Mile and nearby sights?

Yes, 9 Stasher points near the Royal Mile entrance stay open late and 1 is open 24/7, whereas the Scottish Parliament's standard hours are 10am to 5pm Monday to Saturday with last entry at 4:30pm.

What are the bag restrictions at Edinburgh Castle and where can I store luggage nearby?

Edinburgh Castle does not allow suitcases or large rucksacks of 30L or more and has no on-site luggage storage; for storage near the Royal Mile, Stasher accepts bags of any size or weight from £1.49 per bag per day.

How do I book a spot and where exactly do I hand over my bags near the Royal Mile entrance?

Book online with Stasher, then take your bags to the selected trusted local shop, hotel, or self-service smart locker; 7 Stasher points are within a 3-minute walk of the Royal Mile entrance.

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Last updated: 19 ago, 2026

Luggage storage near the Royal Mile

Stasher has 7 luggage-storage points within a 3-minute walk of the Royal Mile entrance, with the nearest point about 2 minutes away. There are 12 points within a 5-minute walk, giving a choice of nearby locations around the entrance rather than inside the Royal Mile itself. Luggage storage near Royal Mile starts from £1.49 per bag per day. The coverage keeps storage close to the area’s main entrance, while the starting price provides a clear budget reference for a short visit.

Other PlatformsStation/Airport Facilities
Price£1.49Varies, usually slightly moreVaries, up to 2x more
Refund policyCheck MarkCross Mark credit only or no refundCross Mark
Guarantee£10,000Similar (terms vary)Cross Mark
Trustpilot Score4.8 / 5Between 2.5 and 4.4 / 52.7/5
Number of locations9475VariesOnly at stations/airports

Bag rules at Royal Mile landmarks

Stasher has luggage storage near, but not inside, Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle does not permit suitcases or large rucksacks of 30L or over, and provides no on-site luggage storage. Entrance bag searches may also take place. St Giles Cathedral has no cloakroom or luggage-storage area.

The Hub, at the top of the Royal Mile, asks visitors not to bring bags larger than 30cm x 30cm x 15cm. Bags may be searched, while a complimentary cloakroom is available for performances, but larger bags are not accepted. At the foot of the Royal Mile, the Scottish Parliament provides lockers and baggage storage for visitors exploring the building.

Stasher has no bag-size or weight limits. Bookings are made online with a trusted local shop or hotel, or a self-service smart locker.

If you’re arriving by train or tram: where to drop your bags

Edinburgh Waverley is the closest train station to Edinburgh Castle, located at the top of the Royal Mile, and sits 0.4 miles away. Princes Street is the closest tram stop, also 0.4 miles from the Castle. Both arrival points are therefore the same distance from the upper end of the Royal Mile, with Edinburgh Castle marking that end. This gives a like-for-like distance for train and tram arrivals.

Timing your visit: Parliament, Mary King’s Close and late bag collection

Stasher has storage near Royal Mile, with 9 points staying open late and 1 open 24/7, so bags can be collected after the visit. The Scottish Parliament, at the foot of the Royal Mile, is free to visit and opens 10am–5pm Monday to Saturday. Last entry for standard visits is 4:30pm. The Real Mary King’s Close is accessed from the Royal Mile. Its tours last approximately one hour, and visitors need to arrive at least 10 minutes before their allocated time. Late collection remains available after the visit, so the Parliament’s last-entry time need not be your bag-collection deadline.

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