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The Rutland Hotel & Apartments, hotel in Edinburgh

The glamorous Rutland Hotel has stylish rooms, a luxurious late-lounge, and a unique restaurant with a glass wine cellar.

The room was stunning and had a beautiful view. The staff was extremely helpful and assisted us well. It was in great distance to the Edinburgh Castle and many shopping and food places.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
2,327 reviews
Price from
$314.77
1 night, 2 adults
Tigerlily, hotel in Edinburgh

Tigerlily is an award-winning boutique hotel with chic rooms, an elegant bar, nightclub and a restaurant.

I liked everything , the friendly staff and the cleanliness the decor and how warm and comfortable all the areas were .. the breakfast was very good
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,879 reviews
Price from
$166.93
1 night, 2 adults
Market Street hotel, hotel in Edinburgh

Located in the center of Edinburgh, just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile and 650 yards of The Real Mary King's Close, Market Street forms part of Edinburgh’s historic skyline.

Such a beautiful hotel with an amazing location! Staff was wonderful. Beds and room were so comfy. Will definitely be back
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
2,929 reviews
Price from
$179.55
1 night, 2 adults
The Balmoral Hotel, hotel in Edinburgh

Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk.

The hotel location is excellent and attached to the Edinburgh Waverley station and situated between the both towns (new and old). The hotel staff warm greeting. Prompt and early check in. Spacious and clean rooms and optional amenity to children. Food quality and breakfast were excellent.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,307 reviews
Price from
$293.01
1 night, 2 adults
The Bonham, hotel in Edinburgh

Located in Edinburgh's West End, The Bonham Hotel is a Victorian town house. Majority of the bedrooms have a city view.

Clean and well furnished
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
2,163 reviews
Price from
$171.75
1 night, 2 adults
Hapimag Resort Edinburgh, hotel in Edinburgh

Hapimag Resort Edinburgh, a refreshing alternative where you will enjoy an experience to remember.

Fantastic hotel and fantastic staff! I booked the Hapimag as part of my partner's birthday night in Edinburgh. I asked the staff if they could kindly leave some flowers and chocolates in the room as a small surprise, and they went out their way to leave a lovely bunch of flowers, nice chocolates and a card. The suite was spotless and well worth the money. We also like the honesty box approach to drinks and snacks which we used later in the evening. We will definitely book here again!
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,287 reviews
Price from
$175.56
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Market Street hotel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2,929 reviews

    Located in the center of Edinburgh, just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile and 650 yards of The Real Mary King's Close, Market Street forms part of Edinburgh’s historic skyline.

    Wonderful staff, mini bar is so cute and included, good location.

  • Tigerlily
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,879 reviews

    Tigerlily is an award-winning boutique hotel with chic rooms, an elegant bar, nightclub and a restaurant.

    Lovely decor. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

  • The Rutland Hotel & Apartments
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2,327 reviews

    The glamorous Rutland Hotel has stylish rooms, a luxurious late-lounge, and a unique restaurant with a glass wine cellar.

    Room was very spacious and the decor was beautiful

  • Gleneagles Townhouse
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 469 reviews

    Gleneagles Townhouse features a fitness center, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh.

    Good location, excellent staff, wonderful breakfast.

  • 100 Princes Street
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 80 reviews

    Well situated in the center of Edinburgh, 100 Princes Street provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    So cost and luxurious with teddy bears on Xmas tree!

  • Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 4,846 reviews

    Virgin Hotels Edinburgh features a fitness center, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    Beautiful rooms, picture post card original facade.

  • Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 5,407 reviews

    Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge is set in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, 1312 feet from EICC and less than 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Castle.

    Very nice friendly staff. The room was immaculate.

  • voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 4,870 reviews

    Well located in Edinburgh, voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    The accommodation was amazing. We had a great time

Budget hotels near Edinburgh Castle

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,650 reviews

    The Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh has a central Edinburgh location, just a 10-minute walk from the Royal Mile.

    Great hotel, good location. Lovely, friendly staff.

  • Apex Grassmarket Hotel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,911 reviews

    In the vibrant Grassmarket area, the Apex Grassmarket Hotel has a sauna, a pool, a gym, an award-winning restaurant, and free WiFi for guests to enjoy.

    Friendly staff and commited to making it a nice environment

  • Frederick House Hotel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 4,698 reviews

    In the heart of central Edinburgh, Frederick House Hotel is a Georgian town house offering elegant, modern rooms with private bathrooms. Princes Street is just a 5-minute walk away.

    Clean and tidy, great location, amazing breakfast.

  • Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,538 reviews

    In Edinburgh city center, less than 1640 feet from Haymarket Rail Station, the Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh offers great value, with modern family-friendly rooms with attached bathroom and a...

    Good location, Helpful staff , clean rooms hood value

  • Fraser Suites Edinburgh
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,818 reviews

    Located in the city center, Fraser Suites Edinburgh serviced apartments offer spacious and furnished rooms and suites that are perfect for both short and long stays.

    Staff were so accommodating beautiful hotel and brilliant location!

  • Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse -Adults Only
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 218 reviews

    Well situated in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse -Adults Only is located a 19-minute walk from The Real Mary King's Close, one mile from Edinburgh...

    Easy to find, great location had everything you need.

  • Royal Scots Club
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 803 reviews

    The Royal Scots Club features grand country-house charm, a cozy club atmosphere and free Wi-Fi in central Edinburgh.

    It’s beautiful and old yet perfectly styled inside

  • The Valentine - Townhouse Hotel - Adults Only
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,068 reviews

    The Valentine - City Center Rooms is located in Edinburgh city center at the South-West corner of the historic Old Town. Edinburgh Castle and other top attractions are within a 15-minute walk.

    Very comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly and helpful

Hotels with great access to Edinburgh Castle!

  • The Resident Edinburgh - Newly Open
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 102 reviews

    Ideally located in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, The Resident Edinburgh - Newly Open is located a 17-minute walk from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, 1.1 miles from The Real...

    Everything hotel was beautiful. Staff were outstanding.

  • The Balmoral Hotel
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,307 reviews

    Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk.

    Great location, very traditional and service top notch.

  • Bonnie Hotel
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Bonnie Hotel is located 1.2 miles from National Museum of Scotland, 1.2 miles from Murrayfield Stadium and 1.4 miles from Royal...

  • Kimpton Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,919 reviews

    Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is located in Edinburgh, just yards from Princes Street and George Street.

    The best hotel i’ve stayed at and the most pet friendly

  • Hotel Du Vin Edinburgh
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,762 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, this Hotel Du Vin has uniquely styled bedrooms in a former city asylum. At the hotel’s heart is a French Bistro, serving produce from the Lothian region.

    An amazing stay..I really can't wait to return.

  • W Edinburgh
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 693 reviews

    W Edinburgh has a fitness center, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi.

    Totally worth it. It makes our journey even better

  • The Scotsman Hotel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3,212 reviews

    Overlooking Edinburgh Castle and Waverley Station, the 4-star Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905. This majestic, listed building was once The Scotsman newspaper.

    Beautiful building, facilities in bedroom, lovely staff.

  • Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street, an IHG Hotel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,696 reviews

    Located on Princes Street, overlooking Edinburgh Castle, Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street offers rooms with free WiFi. Set in a period building, there is a traditional restaurant and bar.

    excellent food and location, will stay there again

Edinburgh Castle

Stretching down almost 100 feet, this tree-like coral shelf lies in the middle of a beautiful garden of gorgonians. It’s in these plants that the rare pygmy seahorse makes its home – so Amed Wall is your best shot of catching a glimpse. Reef sharks and sea turtles also roam these waters, so there’s no shortage of deep-sea wonders to check out.

  • Scored 10
    10

    Love it!

    Love it! Took us longer than anticipated to walk around due to the crowds, in September. We pre-purchased out tickets for 11 a.m. thinking we'd end with the 1 p.m. gun salute. However, earlier crowds were still there at 11 a.m. and it just got busier and busier. It became tough to really enjoy the exhibits and the interior rooms got quite warm (it was wet the day we were there so we were carrying jackets). There were also lines to get into various spaces. When we left at 2 p.m. the line ups to get in were wild and I can't imagine what their experience would have been like. I would highly recommend getting your tickets in advance for the earlier time slots, if you really want to enjoy the exhibits around the castle.
    Carolyn
    Canada
  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    Not the most interesting castle. Fabulous views of the city.

    Not the most interesting castle. Fabulous views of the city. Most of the interior has been stripped. The Crown jewels were absolutely nothing compared to The Tower of London exhibition. Very unsuitable for wheelchairs and buggies all cobbles and slopes. Difficult with a stick. All in all a bit of a tourist trap all around the area.
    coral
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    We saw Edinburgh Castle on our last trip but there is always...

    We saw Edinburgh Castle on our last trip but there is always something new to see. Look for the room with the tapestries hanging from the wall - they took 13.5 years to complete. Missed that last time. There is a lot to see.
    Thomas
    United States
  • Scored 10
    10

    This was my second time visiting Edinburgh Castle.

    This was my second time visiting Edinburgh Castle. The first time I did an audio tour and this time signed up for a guided tour. Both work, but the tour lead by a guide was really great, though more expensive.
    Arlen
  • Scored 2.0
    2.0

    During our visit, there was an event happening close to the...

    During our visit, there was an event happening close to the castle. The infrastructure took them more that two weeks to disassemble so the main route to the castle was blocked during our entire visit and it wasn't possible to see the main entrance. Moreover, many locals told us the trip inside they castle is a bit overhyped.
    Emilia
  • Scored 10
    10

    Fabulous history and views. make a reservation and go early...

    Fabulous history and views. make a reservation and go early. the Hop on Hop off bus is perfect for getting around Edinburgh easily. Make reservations for dinner as all pubs and restaurants are booked up early.
    Dale
    United States
  • From $167.31 per night
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,881 reviews
    The Grassmarket Hotel is in a great location- easily walkable to The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. There are also some tasty restaurants right on the same street. My room was small but comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful. A bunch of steps to my room though so not accessible. There was also a great breakfast available for a modest extra charge.
    Lilli Ann
    United States
  • From $269.32 per night
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 4,846 reviews
    Location, The Hotel is 5min walking distance to Edinburgh castle and 2min from the start of the Royal Mile. It's also on Victoria Street where you will find a lot of restaurants, pubs and unique shops.
    FerdP
    United States
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 456 reviews
    The location cannot be beat! A 5 minute walk from Edinburgh Castle but not in the thick of it like the major hotels. Lots of restaurants and shopping close by. Bus from the airport drops you right there. Jacuzzi was very nice, fits two people. Don’t skip the complimentary minced pie - it was good!
    Kamran
    United States
  • Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 86 reviews
    The you tube video to demonstrate the entrance to the apartment was super helpful. The location was amazing. Right at the base of the Edinburgh castle and close to Waverly train station. The kitchen had everything we needed.
    Mary
    Germany
  • From $134.66 per night
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,632 reviews
    The hotel itself is really cosy and beautiful. Our room was on the 4th floor and we had great views of the Edinburgh Castle. Not too big but really a nice room. Breakfast was also very complete and good. Staff was exceptional all the time. Kind and helpful. Definitely the best. Thank you!
    Carla
    Spain
  • From $117.83 per night
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,538 reviews
    Very nice hotel for short stay. Excellent for its price. Location is very good, very close to tram and train station. Short walk to city center. Scott Monument or Edinburgh Castle is approximately 15 mins walk.
    Emin
    Azerbaijan
  • From $203.24 per night
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2,008 reviews
    I loved that the whole apartment and specially the kitchen was well equipped so we managed to save some money by cooking meals there instead of eating out everyday. The location was great!!Edinburgh Castle and other main attractions in the city are within a walkable distance, and there’s a Sainsbury’s just around the corner where you can buy everything you need to cook etc. The staff were friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. 10/10 experience!
    Soofi'
    Guatemala
  • From $112.22 per night
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 6,531 reviews
    The rooms were really need and up to standard. The bathrooms were plenty spacious with lots of places to move around. The beds really comfy, and pillows were really nice to sleep on. The hotel staff was also very helpful, generous and really friendly. 10/10 would recommend. Lots of shops nearby - Tesco, Boots, Sainsbury's and a few more boutique shop for exploring, so very convenient. Old Town, Victoria Street and even the Edinburgh Castle, are all very walkable. Lots of food places nearby as well.
    Jason
    Philippines
  • From $163.34 per night
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,911 reviews
    What an amazing hotel! Our room had balcony with an amazing Edinburgh castle view! Room was so big and comfortable, also clean. Bathroom was also big with both shower and bath. Staff was great too!! Very supportive and always smile on their faces☺️ We had breakfast at the hotel which was full of options and all delicious. I will stay at this hotel whenever I visit beautiful Edinburgh!
    Damla
    Turkey
  • From $155.86 per night
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,219 reviews
    I liked the multiple areas of the room; bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room area. I liked the location of the hotel, the street, the proximity to Waverly Station and Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street Gardens. Loved the floral clock in the gardens, see it from July until October, beautiful. Plus, the little café in lobby was always hopping and very convenient.
    Jeanne
    United States

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