The Stay Central Hotel is a hip, contemporary hotel housed in a 17th-century building in the center of Old Town Edinburgh. Although the immediate area feels a little rough around the edges, most of the city center's main tourist attractions are well within walking distance. The 37 rooms at this mid-range property have funky decor, along with iPad docks and free Wi-Fi, while private dorms -- which have an upmarket hostel feel -- can be kitted out for parties. With a lively hotel bar and young, up-for-it clientele, noise is inevitable, especially on weekends -- so for a similar though slightly quieter vibe, guests could take a look at the nearby Grassmarket Hotel.
The Stay Central Hotel is a hip, contemporary hotel housed in a 17th-century building in the center of Old Town Edinburgh. Although the immediate area feels a little rough around the edges, most of the city center's main tourist attractions are well within walking distance. The 37 rooms at this mid-range property have funky decor, along with iPad docks and free Wi-Fi, while private dorms -- which have an upmarket hostel feel -- can be kitted out for parties. With a lively hotel bar and young, up-for-it clientele, noise is inevitable, especially on weekends -- so for a similar though slightly quieter vibe, guests could take a look at the nearby Grassmarket Hotel.
The 85-room, mid-range Old Waverley Hotel is superbly located on Edinburgh’s most famous shopping street, convenient for both business travelers and tourists. Set in a 19th-century building, the hotel maintains an ultra-Scottish and fairly conservative style, with vast expanses of tartan carpeting in the lobby and up the main staircase. Some guests complain reception can only be reached past this flight of stairs. Many of the hotel's windows offer views of Edinburgh’s top sites, including the Castle and Scott Monument. Guest rooms are clean, with high ceilings and elaborate woodwork, but show some cosmetic wear and tear. Traditional Scottish fare and afternoon tea are offered in the on-site Cranston's Restaurant and Abbotsford Bar, respectively. Guests seeking a more modern boutique property in New Town could try The Place.
The 85-room, mid-range Old Waverley Hotel is superbly located on Edinburgh’s most famous shopping street, convenient for both business travelers and tourists. Set in a 19th-century building, the hotel maintains an ultra-Scottish and fairly conservative style, with vast expanses of tartan carpeting in the lobby and up the main staircase. Some guests complain reception can only be reached past this flight of stairs. Many of the hotel's windows offer views of Edinburgh’s top sites, including the Castle and Scott Monument. Guest rooms are clean, with high ceilings and elaborate woodwork, but show some cosmetic wear and tear. Traditional Scottish fare and afternoon tea are offered in the on-site Cranston's Restaurant and Abbotsford Bar, respectively. Guests seeking a more modern boutique property in New Town could try The Place.
The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is a 156-room upscale property just steps from Holyrood Park and a mile from Edinburgh Castle. Many rooms were refurbished in 2014, and some have great views and include access to a Library Lounge. A large indoor pool and well-appointed spa, along with a chic restaurant and unconventional afternoon tea service -- with gin -- round out this hotel's amenities. The property caters mostly to couples, businesspeople, and tourists looking for a refined atmosphere. Another nearby option could be Radisson Blu Edinburgh, which is situated in a mock-castle.
The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is a 156-room upscale property just steps from Holyrood Park and a mile from Edinburgh Castle. Many rooms were refurbished in 2014, and some have great views and include access to a Library Lounge. A large indoor pool and well-appointed spa, along with a chic restaurant and unconventional afternoon tea service -- with gin -- round out this hotel's amenities. The property caters mostly to couples, businesspeople, and tourists looking for a refined atmosphere. Another nearby option could be Radisson Blu Edinburgh, which is situated in a mock-castle.
The 259-room Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge is one of the best values in the city center. Rates are often cheaper than a private room in a centrally located hostel, and rooms are nicer and more contemporary than at most budget properties in town. Rooms are outfitted with excellent pillow-top beds, LCD TVs, free, reliable Wi-Fi, and electric kettles. Everything is spotless and in good shape, although noise from the nightclub downstairs can be an issue, and most bathrooms are tiny. The on-site restaurant serves a breakfast (fee) with tasty continental and full Scottish options, as well as a short international menu for lunch and dinner. Its location down the street from the Royal Mile and a short walk from Waverley train station is hard to beat. Travelers wanting boutique rooms and free breakfast should consider the modern B+B Edinburgh.
The 259-room Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge is one of the best values in the city center. Rates are often cheaper than a private room in a centrally located hostel, and rooms are nicer and more contemporary than at most budget properties in town. Rooms are outfitted with excellent pillow-top beds, LCD TVs, free, reliable Wi-Fi, and electric kettles. Everything is spotless and in good shape, although noise from the nightclub downstairs can be an issue, and most bathrooms are tiny. The on-site restaurant serves a breakfast (fee) with tasty continental and full Scottish options, as well as a short international menu for lunch and dinner. Its location down the street from the Royal Mile and a short walk from Waverley train station is hard to beat. Travelers wanting boutique rooms and free breakfast should consider the modern B+B Edinburgh.
The 180-room Novotel Edinburgh Centre is a modern, stylish property located within a 15-minute walk of most major attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Rooms are spacious and feature quality beds, mini-fridges, large flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and electric kettles. While most units are in good shape and feel fresh, some are a tad worn, and storage is limited in all. The heated indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, and steam room are great perks, and the fitness center, while small, has enough machines for a quick workout. Food at the restaurant is tasty and varied, and the bar has a great atmosphere. Rates are competitive for the location and amenities, but travelers seeking something cheaper may want to consider The Inn Place.
The 180-room Novotel Edinburgh Centre is a modern, stylish property located within a 15-minute walk of most major attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street. Rooms are spacious and feature quality beds, mini-fridges, large flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and electric kettles. While most units are in good shape and feel fresh, some are a tad worn, and storage is limited in all. The heated indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, and steam room are great perks, and the fitness center, while small, has enough machines for a quick workout. Food at the restaurant is tasty and varied, and the bar has a great atmosphere. Rates are competitive for the location and amenities, but travelers seeking something cheaper may want to consider The Inn Place.
Located right in the heart of Edinburgh's action, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE LoFT is an excellent pick for budget-conscious travelers. With its pod-like dorms, focus on design and privacy, and freebies such as continental breakfast and Wi-Fi, this hostel is a step above the average backpacker digs. Dorms have four or six beds, each with a thick mattress, privacy curtain, shelf, power socket, and two USB ports. Code-operated lockers are available in all dorms, as are baskets with toiletries and a hairdryer. Squeaky-clean bathrooms have spacious showers with big changing areas, a toilet cabin, and big windows. The top-floor studio, outfitted with a double bed, a fully equipped kitchenette, private bathroom, and a spacious terrace with pretty views, is great for couples. Those seeking something more bustling may want to consider the Safestay Edinburgh.
Located right in the heart of Edinburgh's action, CoDE Pod Hostels - THE LoFT is an excellent pick for budget-conscious travelers. With its pod-like dorms, focus on design and privacy, and freebies such as continental breakfast and Wi-Fi, this hostel is a step above the average backpacker digs. Dorms have four or six beds, each with a thick mattress, privacy curtain, shelf, power socket, and two USB ports. Code-operated lockers are available in all dorms, as are baskets with toiletries and a hairdryer. Squeaky-clean bathrooms have spacious showers with big changing areas, a toilet cabin, and big windows. The top-floor studio, outfitted with a double bed, a fully equipped kitchenette, private bathroom, and a spacious terrace with pretty views, is great for couples. Those seeking something more bustling may want to consider the Safestay Edinburgh.
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Set across the street from train and tram stations, the 120-room Premier Inn Edinburgh Park (The Gyle) Hotel offers 120 comfortable rooms in a quiet location a 10-minute train ride from the heart of the city center. Though lacking in character, rooms are clean and pleasant, with quality king beds, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with over 80 channels, and electric kettles. The on-site restaurant serves tasty international food, as well as continental or full Scottish breakfasts for a fee. There is also a Costa Coffee inside the hotel serving drinks, pastries, and sandwiches. There isn’t much else on-site, but rates are lower than in the city center, and outdoor parking is free. Sister property Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Princes Street) Hotel is a good alternative within walking distance of all major attractions, and rates aren’t much higher.
Set across the street from train and tram stations, the 120-room Premier Inn Edinburgh Park (The Gyle) Hotel offers 120 comfortable rooms in a quiet location a 10-minute train ride from the heart of the city center. Though lacking in character, rooms are clean and pleasant, with quality king beds, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with over 80 channels, and electric kettles. The on-site restaurant serves tasty international food, as well as continental or full Scottish breakfasts for a fee. There is also a Costa Coffee inside the hotel serving drinks, pastries, and sandwiches. There isn’t much else on-site, but rates are lower than in the city center, and outdoor parking is free. Sister property Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Princes Street) Hotel is a good alternative within walking distance of all major attractions, and rates aren’t much higher.
Located within walking distance of the city center, Edinburgh City Hotel is a three-pearl property with a historical stone exterior and elegant, modern interiors. Its 52 rooms are outfitted with flat-screen TVs and sleek bathrooms. There’s a trendy, albeit small, on-site bar and an affordable restaurant, plus room service is available in the evenings -- though breakfast costs an extra fee. Travelers seeking something with more features might want to check out the Carlton Hotel, a good alternative with a pool and hot tub on-site.
Located within walking distance of the city center, Edinburgh City Hotel is a three-pearl property with a historical stone exterior and elegant, modern interiors. Its 52 rooms are outfitted with flat-screen TVs and sleek bathrooms. There’s a trendy, albeit small, on-site bar and an affordable restaurant, plus room service is available in the evenings -- though breakfast costs an extra fee. Travelers seeking something with more features might want to check out the Carlton Hotel, a good alternative with a pool and hot tub on-site.
The 134-room, upper-middle-range Village Hotel Edinburgh is a hip property located in a leafy residential area a 20-minute bus ride from the city center. Rooms are contemporary and stylish, feauturing large flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, rainfall showers, and electric kettles (coffeemakers in higher-category rooms). However, there have been some reports of cleanliness issues, and some units feel cramped. The on-site grill and Starbucks are popular among locals and guests alike, but the highlight here is the top-notch wellness facilities. The spa offers a wide range of treatments and salon services, while the gym features daily classes, a spinning studio, and a heated indoor pool. Unfortunately, the spa and gym are an extra charge for guests staying in Standard Rooms. Travelers who can forgo hotel amenities for a more central location may prefer the Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square.
The 134-room, upper-middle-range Village Hotel Edinburgh is a hip property located in a leafy residential area a 20-minute bus ride from the city center. Rooms are contemporary and stylish, feauturing large flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, rainfall showers, and electric kettles (coffeemakers in higher-category rooms). However, there have been some reports of cleanliness issues, and some units feel cramped. The on-site grill and Starbucks are popular among locals and guests alike, but the highlight here is the top-notch wellness facilities. The spa offers a wide range of treatments and salon services, while the gym features daily classes, a spinning studio, and a heated indoor pool. Unfortunately, the spa and gym are an extra charge for guests staying in Standard Rooms. Travelers who can forgo hotel amenities for a more central location may prefer the Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square.
Located within the airport grounds, the 150-room Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport is a solid option for business travelers and those with an early flight. There is on-site parking (including long-term), free shuttle service to the terminal, and free Wi-Fi. The fitness center offers multiple weekly group classes free of charge, but the indoor pool and spa are currently closed until further notice. Rooms are comfortable and spacious (albeit generic and bland), with solid amenities such as LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and laptop-sized safes. Thick windows manage to keep the aircraft noise out, but some guests have complained of poor soundproofing from the hallways. The restaurant serves well-reviewed fare with locally sourced ingredients, while the lounge is a popular spot for casual meetings. Travelers on a tighter budget may prefer the Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport (Newbridge) Hotel.
Located within the airport grounds, the 150-room Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport is a solid option for business travelers and those with an early flight. There is on-site parking (including long-term), free shuttle service to the terminal, and free Wi-Fi. The fitness center offers multiple weekly group classes free of charge, but the indoor pool and spa are currently closed until further notice. Rooms are comfortable and spacious (albeit generic and bland), with solid amenities such as LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and laptop-sized safes. Thick windows manage to keep the aircraft noise out, but some guests have complained of poor soundproofing from the hallways. The restaurant serves well-reviewed fare with locally sourced ingredients, while the lounge is a popular spot for casual meetings. Travelers on a tighter budget may prefer the Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport (Newbridge) Hotel.