Popular among young backpackers, the adult-only High Street Hostel is a lively, basic property offering good value in the heart of Edinburgh. Rooms are clean and spacious, and range from private twin units to 18-bed dorms. Each bed is outfitted with a power socket, linens, and a USB port, and free Wi-Fi and lockers are available in all rooms. Two big lounges, a patio with picnic tables, and a communal kitchen provide ample space for socializing, and the hostel features a weekly event program that includes movie nights, pub crawls, and music shows. Breakfast is basic but cheap, and there is free tea, coffee, and hot chocolate throughout the day. Large groups wanting something less basic may want to compare rates at The Inn Place, which features private en-suite dorms with hotel-style amenities.
Popular among young backpackers, the adult-only High Street Hostel is a lively, basic property offering good value in the heart of Edinburgh. Rooms are clean and spacious, and range from private twin units to 18-bed dorms. Each bed is outfitted with a power socket, linens, and a USB port, and free Wi-Fi and lockers are available in all rooms. Two big lounges, a patio with picnic tables, and a communal kitchen provide ample space for socializing, and the hostel features a weekly event program that includes movie nights, pub crawls, and music shows. Breakfast is basic but cheap, and there is free tea, coffee, and hot chocolate throughout the day. Large groups wanting something less basic may want to compare rates at The Inn Place, which features private en-suite dorms with hotel-style amenities.
The 245-room Edinburgh Marriott is an upper-middle-range business hotel located near the airport and Edinburgh Park. Though lacking in character and showing some age, rooms are comfortable and clean, featuring quality beds, mini-fridges, huge flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. In-room Wi-Fi is only free for Marriott loyalty program members, though, and rooms overlooking the train tracks may get noise. The lobby bar is a popular spot for evening drinks, and the restaurant serves a good international menu for dinner, as well as a solid breakfast buffet for an extra charge. Free on-site parking, a heated indoor pool, and a well-equipped fitness center are all great perks. Travelers wanting to stay closer to major attractions may want to compare rates at the Apex Haymarket Hotel, which also offers on-site parking.
The 245-room Edinburgh Marriott is an upper-middle-range business hotel located near the airport and Edinburgh Park. Though lacking in character and showing some age, rooms are comfortable and clean, featuring quality beds, mini-fridges, huge flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. In-room Wi-Fi is only free for Marriott loyalty program members, though, and rooms overlooking the train tracks may get noise. The lobby bar is a popular spot for evening drinks, and the restaurant serves a good international menu for dinner, as well as a solid breakfast buffet for an extra charge. Free on-site parking, a heated indoor pool, and a well-equipped fitness center are all great perks. Travelers wanting to stay closer to major attractions may want to compare rates at the Apex Haymarket Hotel, which also offers on-site parking.
The 240-room Principal Hotel Edinburgh George Street is a gorgeous, upscale hotel that stands out for its thorough attention to detail and beautiful interior design. Elegant rooms have a decidedly upmarket feel, with quality amenities such as Tuck Boxes holding free snacks, smart TVs, and swish bathrooms. On the downside, some standard units are small for the price, and lower-floor rooms can get some noise during on-site events. The Scottish restaurant and bar is a destination unto itself, as is the wonderful Burr & Co Cafe, which is busy with guests and non-guests alike throughout the day. There is a small, well-equipped gym, but the hotel does not have a spa. Those seeking something more contemporary in this price range, with the additional of a spa and pool, may prefer the Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh.
The 240-room Principal Hotel Edinburgh George Street is a gorgeous, upscale hotel that stands out for its thorough attention to detail and beautiful interior design. Elegant rooms have a decidedly upmarket feel, with quality amenities such as Tuck Boxes holding free snacks, smart TVs, and swish bathrooms. On the downside, some standard units are small for the price, and lower-floor rooms can get some noise during on-site events. The Scottish restaurant and bar is a destination unto itself, as is the wonderful Burr & Co Cafe, which is busy with guests and non-guests alike throughout the day. There is a small, well-equipped gym, but the hotel does not have a spa. Those seeking something more contemporary in this price range, with the additional of a spa and pool, may prefer the Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh.
The Rutland Hotel is a Georgian house that's been converted into a 21st-century luxury boutique hotel with 12 rooms, a family-friendly apartment, and a bovine-themed steakhouse. It's in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End, close to bustling Princes Street and the Financial District. The property is glitzy -- expect silver spray-painted gothic chairs; a chic bar that remains noisy into the early hours; and rooms with views of Edinburgh castle -- but it's not too sophisticated to offer guests home-baked muffins on arrival. Breakfast, which includes plenty of Scottish fare, comes with a fee. The hotel is quiet (it has heavy soundproofing), stylish, and in a convenient location for visiting the city. Travelers might want to also check out the The Bonham, which is within a 10-minute walk, and has upscale rooms at lower rates (though they're less ornate).
The Rutland Hotel is a Georgian house that's been converted into a 21st-century luxury boutique hotel with 12 rooms, a family-friendly apartment, and a bovine-themed steakhouse. It's in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End, close to bustling Princes Street and the Financial District. The property is glitzy -- expect silver spray-painted gothic chairs; a chic bar that remains noisy into the early hours; and rooms with views of Edinburgh castle -- but it's not too sophisticated to offer guests home-baked muffins on arrival. Breakfast, which includes plenty of Scottish fare, comes with a fee. The hotel is quiet (it has heavy soundproofing), stylish, and in a convenient location for visiting the city. Travelers might want to also check out the The Bonham, which is within a 10-minute walk, and has upscale rooms at lower rates (though they're less ornate).
An upscale boutique property with 100 rooms, Malmaison Hotel Edinburgh is housed in a former house of ill repute (yes, a brothel). Today, with 100 rooms and suites over four floors, it has overcome its salubrious reputation of 1883. Most rooms are cozy and contemporary, but guests have complained about overheating; portable air-conditioning devices, though, are there to regulate the temperature. The hotel, which has a brasserie, bar, terrace, and small fitness center, is part of the Malmaison hotel chain but has its own individual charm, displayed in its quirky use of tartan cushions and the old winding staircases that lead to the rooms. The property is located in the trendy area of Leith, which is a short cab ride from Waverley Station and within walking distance of the historic Royal Mile. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, making this ex-seaman's mission a lively, trendy pit-stop that delivers good value in Edinburgh.
An upscale boutique property with 100 rooms, Malmaison Hotel Edinburgh is housed in a former house of ill repute (yes, a brothel). Today, with 100 rooms and suites over four floors, it has overcome its salubrious reputation of 1883. Most rooms are cozy and contemporary, but guests have complained about overheating; portable air-conditioning devices, though, are there to regulate the temperature. The hotel, which has a brasserie, bar, terrace, and small fitness center, is part of the Malmaison hotel chain but has its own individual charm, displayed in its quirky use of tartan cushions and the old winding staircases that lead to the rooms. The property is located in the trendy area of Leith, which is a short cab ride from Waverley Station and within walking distance of the historic Royal Mile. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, making this ex-seaman's mission a lively, trendy pit-stop that delivers good value in Edinburgh.
This 15-unit upscale hotel is an exceptionally located property right on the cobblestone Royal Mile, lined with shops, pubs, and restaurants. The Old Town apartments are within walking distance of everything; guests won’t need a car to get around the city. Built in a former 18th-century palace, the apartments offer the luxury of a high-end hotel with the convenience and privacy of apartment living. The units are clean, spacious, and comfortable, with modern kitchens and beautiful bathrooms. Guests may also want to consider the nearby Fraser Suites, which offers in-suite kitchenettes and an on-site restaurant/bar, for a moderately higher price.
This 15-unit upscale hotel is an exceptionally located property right on the cobblestone Royal Mile, lined with shops, pubs, and restaurants. The Old Town apartments are within walking distance of everything; guests won’t need a car to get around the city. Built in a former 18th-century palace, the apartments offer the luxury of a high-end hotel with the convenience and privacy of apartment living. The units are clean, spacious, and comfortable, with modern kitchens and beautiful bathrooms. Guests may also want to consider the nearby Fraser Suites, which offers in-suite kitchenettes and an on-site restaurant/bar, for a moderately higher price.
There are 303 contemporary rooms in this upper-middle-range property set in Edinburgh’s Murrayfield area. It’s a residential neighborhood and trips to the city center take around 10-minutes by bus. Guest rooms are spacious and mostly modern, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and great views over the neighboring zoo and the Pentland Hills. There are two average restaurants on site plus a cafe and bar. The hotel has free, secure on-site parking, but there’s a charge for high-speed Wi-Fi. Those wanting to be closer to the Castle and the city center should check out Grassmarket Hotel which is within walking distance of all major attractions.
There are 303 contemporary rooms in this upper-middle-range property set in Edinburgh’s Murrayfield area. It’s a residential neighborhood and trips to the city center take around 10-minutes by bus. Guest rooms are spacious and mostly modern, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and great views over the neighboring zoo and the Pentland Hills. There are two average restaurants on site plus a cafe and bar. The hotel has free, secure on-site parking, but there’s a charge for high-speed Wi-Fi. Those wanting to be closer to the Castle and the city center should check out Grassmarket Hotel which is within walking distance of all major attractions.
Located right across the road from the end of Edinburgh Airport’s runway, the Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport (Newbridge) Hotel is a solid mid-range option for those with a quick layover in town. There is no fitness center, and the restaurant is only open for breakfast and dinner, but rooms are comfortable and spotless, and feature solid amenities such as free, reliable Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with many channels, and electric kettles. The restaurant can get crowded in the morning, but it serves a filling breakfast (for a fee) and tasty British pub classics at reasonable prices -- convenient, as there are limited dining options in the area. For a little bit more money, the nearby DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport has a gym, a pool, and free airport shuttle service.
Located right across the road from the end of Edinburgh Airport’s runway, the Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport (Newbridge) Hotel is a solid mid-range option for those with a quick layover in town. There is no fitness center, and the restaurant is only open for breakfast and dinner, but rooms are comfortable and spotless, and feature solid amenities such as free, reliable Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with many channels, and electric kettles. The restaurant can get crowded in the morning, but it serves a filling breakfast (for a fee) and tasty British pub classics at reasonable prices -- convenient, as there are limited dining options in the area. For a little bit more money, the nearby DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport has a gym, a pool, and free airport shuttle service.
Popular with young travelers, the 41-room Inn Place is a pleasant mid-range property with an excellent location right in the heart of the Old Town and within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Waverley Station. The hotel offers a wide range of room types, from snug twins to private eight-bed dormitories, all with en-suite bathrooms and great amenities such as free Wi-Fi, rainfall showers, electric kettles, and plasma TVs. Air-conditioning, however, is not available, and some rooms don’t have elevator access. Continental and cooked breakfast are available daily for a fee, and the 24-hour bar offers a good selection of drinks, but there is no full restaurant on-site. For a little bit more money, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh City Centre has more on-site amenities.
Popular with young travelers, the 41-room Inn Place is a pleasant mid-range property with an excellent location right in the heart of the Old Town and within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Waverley Station. The hotel offers a wide range of room types, from snug twins to private eight-bed dormitories, all with en-suite bathrooms and great amenities such as free Wi-Fi, rainfall showers, electric kettles, and plasma TVs. Air-conditioning, however, is not available, and some rooms don’t have elevator access. Continental and cooked breakfast are available daily for a fee, and the 24-hour bar offers a good selection of drinks, but there is no full restaurant on-site. For a little bit more money, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh City Centre has more on-site amenities.
The 60-room Hotel Indigo is an upmarket boutique occupying a row of period Georgian properties in the New Town of Edinburgh. Interiors are colorful, hip, and contemporary throughout, especially in the impressive bar and restaurant. Rooms follow the same smart, funky decor scheme and offer flat-screen TVs along with sleek walk-in showers -- though internal soundproofing can be an issue. Overall it's a standout property with a particular attention to design. Price-wise it's usually somewhere between the pricier Twelve Picardy Place and cheaper The Place -- both nearby. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
The 60-room Hotel Indigo is an upmarket boutique occupying a row of period Georgian properties in the New Town of Edinburgh. Interiors are colorful, hip, and contemporary throughout, especially in the impressive bar and restaurant. Rooms follow the same smart, funky decor scheme and offer flat-screen TVs along with sleek walk-in showers -- though internal soundproofing can be an issue. Overall it's a standout property with a particular attention to design. Price-wise it's usually somewhere between the pricier Twelve Picardy Place and cheaper The Place -- both nearby. Wi-Fi is free throughout.