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Top 10 Hotels in Old Town Edinburgh

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1972)
"Great location and staff."
The price is S$368
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Market Street Hotel
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Market Street Hotel

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1042)
"Overall a great place to stay!"
Market Street Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (930)
"Have stayed here a few times. The staff is lovely. The bathrooms are very clean and the property is managed well."
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Great location!"
The price is S$324
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Rooftop terrace

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1171)
"Excellent hotel and location in old town "
The price is S$587
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Lobby lounge

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (923)
"Very helpful and friendly Accommodations were clean"
The price is S$455
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Fraser Suites Edinburgh
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Fraser Suites Edinburgh

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2971)
"Great location near everything and nice room and property."
The price is S$453
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Fraser Suites Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Bar (on property)

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1743)
"Great spot for a visit with family. "
The price is S$390
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Stay Central
Living area

Stay Central

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great for a short stay - would happily use again"
Stay Central
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Reception

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1290)
"Great location, super nice staff, AMAZING BREAKFAST"
The price is S$379
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
The Scotsman Hotel
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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Fabulous staff and location "
The Scotsman Hotel
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
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ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1540)
"Great location."
The price is S$300
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Great location and beautiful hotel"
The price is S$563
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
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Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (54)
"Really near market, castles, museum and compare with the price I’ll give it 10/10"
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Lobby

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Excellent stay, great location, staff were great"
The price is S$339
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Exterior

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2142)
"Great location, clean with friendly staff"
The price is S$340
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
Lobby lounge

Motel One Edinburgh - Royal

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"Great location, friendly staff. I would recommend staying here. "
The price is S$306
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square
Front of property

ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Convenient location on the royal mile"
The price is S$344
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Lobby

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1377)
"The first room we were assigned at check in had no AC. We had staff come and check the thermostat in the room because it was so warm and they opened a window but there was no breeze so the room was very warm all night. In the morning I shared my concern with the front desk and we were moved to a room with AC. Who knew such a thing existed when we checked in!! The first room had no working telephone and the outlets didn’t work. I assumed it was my adapter but it worked fine in the new room the...
The price is S$309
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments
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Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Excellent location, accessible to tourist attractions and the place is spotless and very cozy"
The price is S$399
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments
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Where to stay in Old Town Edinburgh

Find the best Old Town Edinburgh areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Town Edinburgh
Learn more about Old Town Edinburgh
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Edinburgh City Centre map

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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New Town map

New Town

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

Royal Yacht Britannia which includes boating and interior views
Leith map

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Tollcross map

Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

Haymarket map

Haymarket

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Frequently asked questions

What is Old Town Edinburgh like?

Old Town Edinburgh is an historic neighbourhood known for its top museums and major shopping area. Experience the best of Old Town Edinburgh with a visit to Royal Mile, Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle.

What's the best accommodation in Old Town Edinburgh?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh is the highest ranked property in Old Town Edinburgh. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Royal Mile, and it offers 2 bars and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Market Street Hotel and Virgin Hotels Edinburgh.

How many hotels will I find in the Old Town Edinburgh area?

Expedia has 480 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Town Edinburgh to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Edinburgh area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town Edinburgh, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Old Town Edinburgh.

What are the top things to see and do in Old Town Edinburgh?

Planning to do some shopping while in Old Town Edinburgh? Consider Royal Mile, Princes Street and Grassmarket. You could also plan a visit to Edinburgh Castle or Parliament House while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Town Edinburgh include Charles II Statue, John Knox's Grave and St. Giles' Cathedral. While you're out sightseeing, Real Mary King's Close and City Chambers are a couple of additional sights to visit in Edinburgh.

How can I get around Old Town Edinburgh and the greater Edinburgh area?

If you want to venture out of town, Edinburgh Waverley Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).