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Top 10 Hotels in Old Town Edinburgh

NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels

4.0 star property
NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels
JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment

4.0 star property
JOIVY Observatory House & Apartment
Royal Mile Mansions Apartment 27
Free WiFi

Royal Mile Mansions Apartment 27

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (42)
"The property was nice and large prefect for a family. It did get quite loud outside. The beds were super hard. No working fan so you had to leave the windows open. "
Royal Mile Mansions Apartment 27
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
Snack bar

Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (17)
"The front desk staff was very helpful "
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
Grassmarket Apartment with Castle View
City view

Grassmarket Apartment with Castle View

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Lots of stairs - but well worth the view! Great apartment!!"
Grassmarket Apartment with Castle View
JOIVY Observatory House
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

JOIVY Observatory House

4.0 star property
JOIVY Observatory House
Grassmarket 25
Free WiFi

Grassmarket 25

2.0 star property
The price is S$469
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Grassmarket 25
Stunning flat near St. Giles' Cathedral
Living area

Stunning flat near St. Giles' Cathedral

2.5 star property
Stunning flat near St. Giles' Cathedral
Museum Apartments
Living area

Museum Apartments

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Amazing location. Beautiful apartment. Can walk everywhere in the City "
Museum Apartments
House of Gods Hotel
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

House of Gods Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (101)
"Murphy was hands down the best ever! He was so funny, so helpful and just sweet. "
The price is S$292
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
House of Gods Hotel
First Holyrood House
Living area

First Holyrood House

4.0 star property
The price is S$1,071
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
First Holyrood House
Parliament House Hotel
Property amenity

Parliament House Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (930)
"Fabulous staff - so helpful and friendly. Thank you for making our stay wonderful!"
Parliament House Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Front of property

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (944)
"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$238
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Stunning 2-bed Apartment in Central Edinburgh
Private kitchen

Stunning 2-bed Apartment in Central Edinburgh

3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"Buena ubicación, Habitaciones amplias y cómodas Cocina con todos los servicios y amenidades. Solo falta mejorar la regadera del baño, quitando el sistema viejo que no funciona. "
The price is S$722
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Stunning 2-bed Apartment in Central Edinburgh
The Inn On The Mile
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

The Inn On The Mile

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (671)
"Amazing location and beautiful hotel. Rooms were great along with the restaurant. The staff was also extremely friendly and helpful. "
The Inn On The Mile
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Rooftop terrace

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (569)
"Great hotel"
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
Living area

St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"This property was amazing ! Perfect view of St. Giles Cathedral ! We felt safe, secure and comfortable . We stepped right onto the Royal Mile each morning ! Fabulous place ! Deb & Jeff Sterling, Clifton, Va."
The price is S$828
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy
Cumberland Hotel
Property grounds

Cumberland Hotel

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (534)
"Nice hptel, lovely area, handy for the city centre (on foot or by bus) and airport (by bus)."
The price is S$172
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Cumberland Hotel
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
Exterior

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"Attentive host, great location. Great amenities."
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
Hallway

Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (715)
"We loved our stay here. Great location."
Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge
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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

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.

West End map

West End

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Top Old Town Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent
"Being in the center of everything, it was a bit noisy one of the nights because of a nearby club. However, the hotel was very accommodating and quickly moved us to another room. The staff was very friendly and helpful."
John 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

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 and Edinburgh Castle during your trip.

What's the best accommodation in Old Town Edinburgh?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Market Street Hotel is the highest ranked property in Old Town Edinburgh. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Royal Mile, and it offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and Motel One Edinburgh - Royal.

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

Expedia has 476 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, Grassmarket and Princes Street. 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).