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.
The German Hotel chain Motel One combined 16th- and 18th-century buildings to create its reasonably priced, 208-room Edinburgh-Royal hotel. Located in a quiet section of Old Town, just in front of Waverly Station, the hotel is within walking distance of most major tourist destinations. The lobby interior features Arne Jacobsen ball chairs and tables made from whiskey barrels for a contemporary Scottish take on mid-century modern style. Streamlined rooms are snug and comfortable though the views vary. Some, not all, offer a glimpse of Princes Street Gardens. But families may find the bathrooms to be too small. Travelers could compare rates and amenities with the neighboring three-pearl Grassmarket Hotel, which has fresh and youthful decor.
The German Hotel chain Motel One combined 16th- and 18th-century buildings to create its reasonably priced, 208-room Edinburgh-Royal hotel. Located in a quiet section of Old Town, just in front of Waverly Station, the hotel is within walking distance of most major tourist destinations. The lobby interior features Arne Jacobsen ball chairs and tables made from whiskey barrels for a contemporary Scottish take on mid-century modern style. Streamlined rooms are snug and comfortable though the views vary. Some, not all, offer a glimpse of Princes Street Gardens. But families may find the bathrooms to be too small. Travelers could compare rates and amenities with the neighboring three-pearl Grassmarket Hotel, which has fresh and youthful decor.
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is an upscale hotel located in Edinburgh's Old Town -- on the east end of Princes Street. The 148 spacious rooms, suites, and family suites feature stylish decor, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, though noise in the area can be an issue on weekends. Elliot's Bar and Restaurant serves traditional Scottish cuisine, including a popular traditional Scottish breakfast (for an additional fee). Guests have free use of the indoor swimming pool, sauna, and gym, and treatments are available at PURE Spa and Beauty. It's worth comparing rates at Apex Grassmarket Hotel (within the same hotel chain) for many of the same features and similarly contemporary feel, at a slightly lower price point.
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is an upscale hotel located in Edinburgh's Old Town -- on the east end of Princes Street. The 148 spacious rooms, suites, and family suites feature stylish decor, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, though noise in the area can be an issue on weekends. Elliot's Bar and Restaurant serves traditional Scottish cuisine, including a popular traditional Scottish breakfast (for an additional fee). Guests have free use of the indoor swimming pool, sauna, and gym, and treatments are available at PURE Spa and Beauty. It's worth comparing rates at Apex Grassmarket Hotel (within the same hotel chain) for many of the same features and similarly contemporary feel, at a slightly lower price point.
The Caledonian is a 241-room, luxury landmark hotel that reopened in 2012 after a major makeover by the Waldorf Astoria chain. Its location is great for exploring both new and old town Edinburgh, with both Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle only minutes away on foot. Rooms are spacious and stylish, combining modern and classic decor, and some even feature views of the famous castle, but there are occasional signs of wear and tear. There's also a spa with a fitness center and pool, plus multiple dining and drinking outlets. While the Caledonian is one of the finest hotels in the city (with a price tag to match), travelers may also want to consider the Balmoral Hotel, which is not quite as chic but is located next to the train station.
The Caledonian is a 241-room, luxury landmark hotel that reopened in 2012 after a major makeover by the Waldorf Astoria chain. Its location is great for exploring both new and old town Edinburgh, with both Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle only minutes away on foot. Rooms are spacious and stylish, combining modern and classic decor, and some even feature views of the famous castle, but there are occasional signs of wear and tear. There's also a spa with a fitness center and pool, plus multiple dining and drinking outlets. While the Caledonian is one of the finest hotels in the city (with a price tag to match), travelers may also want to consider the Balmoral Hotel, which is not quite as chic but is located next to the train station.
The tiny, two-pearl Baxter stands out among Edinburgh’s many hostels with its polished industrial-chic design, comfortable beds, and clean bathrooms. Its six dorms are snug but comfy, with spacious lockers, thick mattresses (bed linens provided), and free Wi-Fi, and each bed is equipped with a power socket, a reading light, and a shelf. Five dorms share a single (spotless) bathroom, which can unfortunately cause lines for showers and toilets in the morning. There is also limited space for changing clothes. Free breakfast with free-range eggs and toast is served daily in the common kitchen, which doubles as a lounge with free tea and coffee throughout the day. All in all, this is a great pick for travelers on a budget, but those seeking something even cheaper may want to compare rates at the High Street Hostel.
The tiny, two-pearl Baxter stands out among Edinburgh’s many hostels with its polished industrial-chic design, comfortable beds, and clean bathrooms. Its six dorms are snug but comfy, with spacious lockers, thick mattresses (bed linens provided), and free Wi-Fi, and each bed is equipped with a power socket, a reading light, and a shelf. Five dorms share a single (spotless) bathroom, which can unfortunately cause lines for showers and toilets in the morning. There is also limited space for changing clothes. Free breakfast with free-range eggs and toast is served daily in the common kitchen, which doubles as a lounge with free tea and coffee throughout the day. All in all, this is a great pick for travelers on a budget, but those seeking something even cheaper may want to compare rates at the High Street Hostel.
The 145-room Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Waterfront is a contemporary, mid-range hotel located in the waterfront area of Leith, a picturesque neighborhood about a 15-minute drive from central Edinburgh. Rooms were fully refurbished in 2016 and feature contemporary decor and up-to-date amenities, such as bedside USB ports, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, movable laptop desks, and free, reliable Wi-Fi. A free, adequate breakfast buffet with hot options is served daily in a large, light-filled space off the reception, but no other meals are available on-site. Both the Royal Yacht Britannia and the Ocean Terminal are right across the street from the hotel, but travelers wanting to explore the city center may want to compare rates at sister property Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile.
The 145-room Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Waterfront is a contemporary, mid-range hotel located in the waterfront area of Leith, a picturesque neighborhood about a 15-minute drive from central Edinburgh. Rooms were fully refurbished in 2016 and feature contemporary decor and up-to-date amenities, such as bedside USB ports, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, movable laptop desks, and free, reliable Wi-Fi. A free, adequate breakfast buffet with hot options is served daily in a large, light-filled space off the reception, but no other meals are available on-site. Both the Royal Yacht Britannia and the Ocean Terminal are right across the street from the hotel, but travelers wanting to explore the city center may want to compare rates at sister property Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile.