The 188-room grand railway Balmoral Hotel has been a part of Edinburgh's skyline since 1902 (courtesy of its famous clock tower, which runs three minutes fast to ensure guests never miss their trains). The large, majestic luxury hotel has a range of rooms, from compact, comfortable Classic Rooms to large multi-room suites. The five restaurants, including one with a Michelin star, and bars offer a wealth of choices, and include a brassiere, a tea court, a lounge, and a Scotch bar. Packages can be purchased, but generally expect to pay for the extras here.
The 188-room grand railway Balmoral Hotel has been a part of Edinburgh's skyline since 1902 (courtesy of its famous clock tower, which runs three minutes fast to ensure guests never miss their trains). The large, majestic luxury hotel has a range of rooms, from compact, comfortable Classic Rooms to large multi-room suites. The five restaurants, including one with a Michelin star, and bars offer a wealth of choices, and include a brassiere, a tea court, a lounge, and a Scotch bar. Packages can be purchased, but generally expect to pay for the extras here.
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Located right on Edinburgh’s most popular shopping street, the 97-room, three-pearl Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Princes Street) Hotel is a great value option within walking distance of all major attractions and Waverley Railway Station. Rooms are generic but comfortable, with quality mattresses, electric kettles, free Wi-Fi, and Freeview TV, plus 22 of them offer stunning panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle. Thyme serves continental and full Scottish breakfast for a fee, as well as a tasty international menu for dinner, and a few snacks and drinks. Travelers seeking something with more character in this price range may want to compare rates at the Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge, which is also centrally located and has a solid restaurant.
Located right on Edinburgh’s most popular shopping street, the 97-room, three-pearl Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Princes Street) Hotel is a great value option within walking distance of all major attractions and Waverley Railway Station. Rooms are generic but comfortable, with quality mattresses, electric kettles, free Wi-Fi, and Freeview TV, plus 22 of them offer stunning panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle. Thyme serves continental and full Scottish breakfast for a fee, as well as a tasty international menu for dinner, and a few snacks and drinks. Travelers seeking something with more character in this price range may want to compare rates at the Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge, which is also centrally located and has a solid restaurant.
Housed in a grand 19th-century building, the upper-middle-range Princes Street Suites has an ideal location in the New Town, within walking distance of all of the city’s top sights and Waverley Station. Its 37 apartments are spacious and elegant, and come with all the conveniences of a private home -- including fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryers, living areas with dining tables, and air-conditioning -- plus hotel services such as daily housekeeping and a 24-hour reception. A pleasant rooftop deck is all there is in the way of common spaces, but it has some of the best views in town. Travelers on a tighter budget may want to compare rates at the Holyrood apartHOTEL.
Housed in a grand 19th-century building, the upper-middle-range Princes Street Suites has an ideal location in the New Town, within walking distance of all of the city’s top sights and Waverley Station. Its 37 apartments are spacious and elegant, and come with all the conveniences of a private home -- including fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryers, living areas with dining tables, and air-conditioning -- plus hotel services such as daily housekeeping and a 24-hour reception. A pleasant rooftop deck is all there is in the way of common spaces, but it has some of the best views in town. Travelers on a tighter budget may want to compare rates at the Holyrood apartHOTEL.
The nine-room upscale Fraoch House is a quirky Victorian bed-and-breakfast on a quiet, timeless side street off Leith Walk -- Edinburgh’s longest street, lined with bars, restaurants, and shops. Each spacious guest room is individually decorated with comfort, style, and Victorian character coupled with a 21st-century sense of humor. Seven rooms have bathrooms en suite, and two have private bathrooms in the hallway, but all are spotless, up-to-date, and luxurious. The inn's homemade Scottish breakfast is scrumptious and plentiful. Travelers looking for a Victorian character closer to the city center could try the Witchery by the Castle.
The nine-room upscale Fraoch House is a quirky Victorian bed-and-breakfast on a quiet, timeless side street off Leith Walk -- Edinburgh’s longest street, lined with bars, restaurants, and shops. Each spacious guest room is individually decorated with comfort, style, and Victorian character coupled with a 21st-century sense of humor. Seven rooms have bathrooms en suite, and two have private bathrooms in the hallway, but all are spotless, up-to-date, and luxurious. The inn's homemade Scottish breakfast is scrumptious and plentiful. Travelers looking for a Victorian character closer to the city center could try the Witchery by the Castle.
The 28-room Nira Caledonia is a seriously upscale boutique occupying a charming 18th-century property in Edinburgh's New Town. While the cobbled street setting is particularly charming and close to local amenities, it's not really within walking distance of most popular tourist attractions. The rooms however are particularly gorgeous and full of high-end touches including Nespresso machines, huge flat-screen TVs, and luxe bathrooms, some with Japanese-style jetted soaking tubs. While it lacks some of the facilities you might expect at this price, an outstanding breakfast and top-notch dining contribute to making this one of the finest properties of its kind in Edinburgh. Wi-Fi is free.
The 28-room Nira Caledonia is a seriously upscale boutique occupying a charming 18th-century property in Edinburgh's New Town. While the cobbled street setting is particularly charming and close to local amenities, it's not really within walking distance of most popular tourist attractions. The rooms however are particularly gorgeous and full of high-end touches including Nespresso machines, huge flat-screen TVs, and luxe bathrooms, some with Japanese-style jetted soaking tubs. While it lacks some of the facilities you might expect at this price, an outstanding breakfast and top-notch dining contribute to making this one of the finest properties of its kind in Edinburgh. Wi-Fi is free.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is an elegant hotel with an excellent location in the heart of the Old Town. Its 211, 2016-renovated rooms are fresh and contemporary, featuring free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and large flat-screen TVs with international channels. Some have striking city views, particularly Executive Rooms and Suites, which also come with a few nice extras, such as espresso machines and access to a private lounge with free drinks and snacks. The hotel is home to a decent steakhouse with a celebrity chef and a popular afternoon tea service, and the lounge is a favorite among guests for evening drinks. This Hilton is a decent pick in the city center, but both the gym and breakfast require fees, and there are no spa facilities. In this price range, the Radisson Blu, Edinburgh offers better value.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hilton Edinburgh Carlton is an elegant hotel with an excellent location in the heart of the Old Town. Its 211, 2016-renovated rooms are fresh and contemporary, featuring free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and large flat-screen TVs with international channels. Some have striking city views, particularly Executive Rooms and Suites, which also come with a few nice extras, such as espresso machines and access to a private lounge with free drinks and snacks. The hotel is home to a decent steakhouse with a celebrity chef and a popular afternoon tea service, and the lounge is a favorite among guests for evening drinks. This Hilton is a decent pick in the city center, but both the gym and breakfast require fees, and there are no spa facilities. In this price range, the Radisson Blu, Edinburgh offers better value.
Housed in a Georgian building, the 24 Royal Terrace is an upper-middle-range boutique filled to the brim with art and personality. Its 16 rooms are spacious and sophisticated, with soaring ceilings, big windows, and upmarket amenities such as Bluetooth speakers, smart TVs, and soft Egyptian cotton linen. Apartments have fully equipped kitchenettes and spacious living areas, while Executive Single units are cozy and great for solo travelers. There are no spa, gym, or on-site parking, but the hotel’s beautiful bar serves a small but tasty menu for lunch and dinner, along with hearty breakfast options and a wide array of drinks, including whisky and Champagne. In this price range, the Tigerlily is an excellent alternative with a more happening atmosphere.
Housed in a Georgian building, the 24 Royal Terrace is an upper-middle-range boutique filled to the brim with art and personality. Its 16 rooms are spacious and sophisticated, with soaring ceilings, big windows, and upmarket amenities such as Bluetooth speakers, smart TVs, and soft Egyptian cotton linen. Apartments have fully equipped kitchenettes and spacious living areas, while Executive Single units are cozy and great for solo travelers. There are no spa, gym, or on-site parking, but the hotel’s beautiful bar serves a small but tasty menu for lunch and dinner, along with hearty breakfast options and a wide array of drinks, including whisky and Champagne. In this price range, the Tigerlily is an excellent alternative with a more happening atmosphere.
The Grassmarket Hotel is a mid-range, 42-room property brimming with quirky character and fun contemporary style. Its Grassmarket square setting is both picturesque and super-convenient for exploring the city, with almost everything well within walking distance. While some rooms are tiny and can have issues with noise, Tunnock's teacakes and bathroom speakers are pleasing signature touches. While it's possible to bag a real bargain -- especially considering the location -- rates and vibe are similar to the Stay Central Hotel, which is also worth checking out.
The Grassmarket Hotel is a mid-range, 42-room property brimming with quirky character and fun contemporary style. Its Grassmarket square setting is both picturesque and super-convenient for exploring the city, with almost everything well within walking distance. While some rooms are tiny and can have issues with noise, Tunnock's teacakes and bathroom speakers are pleasing signature touches. While it's possible to bag a real bargain -- especially considering the location -- rates and vibe are similar to the Stay Central Hotel, which is also worth checking out.
The 199-room upscale Roxburghe is a posh-feeling hotel in a fantastic location at the center of Edinburgh’s New Town, on the edge of historic Old Town. Stylish and sophisticated, the property embraces the building’s Georgian aesthetic with ornate woodwork, rich colors, and lush textiles, along with picturesque views of Charlotte Square and Edinburgh Castle. Amenities are superb, including an indoor swimming pool, a brasserie-style restaurant, and a full-service spa. Guest rooms are spacious, clean, and elegant, with sophisticated decor and modern bathrooms. Business travelers seeking a New Town hotel may also want to consider Thistle Edinburgh City Centre, The King James.
The 199-room upscale Roxburghe is a posh-feeling hotel in a fantastic location at the center of Edinburgh’s New Town, on the edge of historic Old Town. Stylish and sophisticated, the property embraces the building’s Georgian aesthetic with ornate woodwork, rich colors, and lush textiles, along with picturesque views of Charlotte Square and Edinburgh Castle. Amenities are superb, including an indoor swimming pool, a brasserie-style restaurant, and a full-service spa. Guest rooms are spacious, clean, and elegant, with sophisticated decor and modern bathrooms. Business travelers seeking a New Town hotel may also want to consider Thistle Edinburgh City Centre, The King James.
Located in a quiet area about a 15-minute uphill walk from central Edinburgh, Canon Court Apartments is a decent value option for business travelers and families on a budget who don’t mind being a bit away from the action. Its 45 apartments are simple and comfortable, outfitted with cheerful decor, full kitchens, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi, but bathrooms, while clean, could use an update. Sofa beds are available in all apartments as well, but there is a fee for extra guests. On-site parking (for a daily fee) is a great perk, and several buses stop right outside the main entrance. Travelers seeking something more upscale and closer to the center may prefer the Princes Street Suites in New Town.
Located in a quiet area about a 15-minute uphill walk from central Edinburgh, Canon Court Apartments is a decent value option for business travelers and families on a budget who don’t mind being a bit away from the action. Its 45 apartments are simple and comfortable, outfitted with cheerful decor, full kitchens, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi, but bathrooms, while clean, could use an update. Sofa beds are available in all apartments as well, but there is a fee for extra guests. On-site parking (for a daily fee) is a great perk, and several buses stop right outside the main entrance. Travelers seeking something more upscale and closer to the center may prefer the Princes Street Suites in New Town.