Hotels in Old Town Edinburgh

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Where to stay in Old Town Edinburgh?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Old Town Edinburgh on Hotels.com. These Old Town Edinburgh hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 15, 2026.

1. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
daniel
CNY2,916
CNY3,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

2. The Inn Place

The Inn Place
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Rachel
CNY1,576
CNY1,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Inn Place

3. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Gary
CNY1,829
CNY2,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

4. Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Anthony
CNY1,879
CNY2,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Market Street Hotel

5. Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh
Canada
Alexander Gregory
CNY1,406
CNY1,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

6. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Ned
CNY1,796
CNY2,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

7. The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
A
CNY2,029
CNY2,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Scotsman Hotel

8. Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Old Town Edinburgh
Norway
Ivar Berner
CNY1,517
CNY1,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

9. Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Balamurugan
CNY1,646
CNY2,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10. Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Dallas
CNY1,577
CNY1,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

11. Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Brenda
CNY1,436
CNY1,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

12. ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile
Old Town Edinburgh
Canada
Donna
CNY1,325
CNY1,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile

13. Stay Hush

Stay Hush
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Sophie
CNY1,389
CNY1,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Stay Hush

14. ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Bibiana
CNY1,217
CNY1,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

15. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Michael
CNY1,771
CNY2,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

16. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Fredricka
CNY1,512
CNY1,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile by IHG

17. NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels

NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Lili
CNY1,743
CNY2,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels

18. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Adrian
CNY1,873
CNY2,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

19. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
Old Town Edinburgh
United States
Tracy Lynn
CNY1,866
CNY2,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

20. Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Old Town Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Cynthia
CNY1,540
CNY1,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts
9.6
324
324 reviews
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Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
9.6
203
203 reviews
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Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
9.4
296
296 reviews
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Breakfast buffet
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
9.4
1005
1,005 reviews
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Deluxe Apartment, City View | Living area
Museum Apartments
9.4
53
53 reviews
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Top landmarks in Old Town Edinburgh

A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.

Edinburgh Castle

9.4/10 (12,023 reviews)
If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Edinburgh Castle, a popular attraction in Old Town Edinburgh. Our travelers also like the monuments and art galleries in the area. If you want to see more of the museums in Edinburgh, you can easily walk to Scotch Whisky Experience or National Museum of Scotland.
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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.

Royal Mile

9.4/10 (9,742 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Royal Mile, a popular place for shoppers in Old Town Edinburgh. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the museums in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at St James Quarter, Omni Centre Edinburgh, and Princes Street.
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A historic castle on a hill with a crowd in the foreground.
Photo by Kassidy Sears

Grassmarket

9.2/10 (4,895 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Grassmarket in Old Town Edinburgh. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Royal Mile, Princes Street, and George Street.
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A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a pub named 'Squeez,' and a shop called 'Pink.'

Victoria Street

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Victoria Street— just one of the monuments in Old Town Edinburgh. Edinburgh has many other landmarks you might want to see such as Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.
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A church interior with a large organ, stained glass windows, and floral arrangements.

St. Giles' Cathedral

9.0/10 (2,705 reviews)
Old Town Edinburgh is home to St. Giles' Cathedral, so why not stop by during your stay in Edinburgh. Hotels.com travelers also like the museums, art galleries, and monuments in the area. Edinburgh has many other landmarks you might want to see such as Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
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A historic building with classical architecture, including columns and ornate details.

Usher Hall

8.6/10 (350 reviews)
If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Usher Hall in Old Town Edinburgh. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Royal Lyceum Theatre, King's Theatre, and Traverse Theatre are all a short walk away.
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A spacious, multi-level shopping mall with high ceilings and ornate railings.

National Museum of Scotland

9.4/10 (1,930 reviews)
National Museum of Scotland is just one of the attractions in Old Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Edinburgh has to offer, head to Greyfriars Kirk, Victoria Street, and Parliament House.
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The Hub

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
The Hub is worth a pic or two when discovering Old Town Edinburgh. Hotels.com travelers also like the museums, art galleries, and monuments in the area.
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Check out reviews of Old Town Edinburgh hotels guests love

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
Leith

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Pauline
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Mark
Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Roxana
Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Edinburgh Nine

Edinburgh Nine
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Ava
Edinburgh Nine

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Roomzzz Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Joanna
Roomzzz Edinburgh

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
maggie
The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Michael
No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Shirley
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Nathanael
Destiny Scotland Market St Apartments

The Scotsman Hotel

The Scotsman Hotel
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Steve
The Scotsman Hotel

Museum Apartments

Museum Apartments
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Museum Apartments

Princes Street Suites

Princes Street Suites
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Valerie
Princes Street Suites

NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels

NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Francisco
NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lindsey
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

2 Bed Grassmarket Apartment

2 Bed Grassmarket Apartment
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rebecca
2 Bed Grassmarket Apartment

JOIVY Gorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment With Castle Views

JOIVY Gorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment With Castle Views
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Mark
JOIVY Gorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment With Castle Views

Holyrood Aparthotel

Holyrood Aparthotel
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Zabbai
Holyrood Aparthotel

Grassmarket hotel

Grassmarket hotel
Old Town Edinburgh

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Kim
Grassmarket hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Town Edinburgh expensive to stay in?

You can find great hotels from CNY1,123 in Old Town Edinburgh to suit a range of budgets. If you're looking for an affordable stay in Old Town Edinburgh, CODE - The Court, Edinburgh and ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile are some great low-cost options. To find the best low-cost hotel on Hotels.com that meets your needs, apply your search filters and then sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

How can I find discounted rates and deals for Old Town Edinburgh hotels?

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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Old Town Edinburgh hotel booking?

The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Old Town Edinburgh hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".

What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Old Town Edinburgh?

Some of the best-rated luxury hotels in Old Town Edinburgh include Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection, and Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh has a high guest rating amongst our travellers and has, 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour gym. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection and Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh are also popular stays if you're looking for luxury.

What are some of the best pet-friendly hotels in Old Town Edinburgh?

Traveling with your pet doesn't mean sacrificing a great hotel stay. In Old Town Edinburgh, our travelers love:

To find more pet-friendly stays on Hotels.com, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pet friendly".

What are some of the best Old Town Edinburgh hotels for couples?

One of the best Old Town Edinburgh hotels for couples is Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh. Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh is a popular hotel with a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Travelers also love Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh where you can enjoy a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Find more romantic Old Town Edinburgh hotels by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".

What are some of the best family hotels in Old Town Edinburgh?

If you're vacationing with your family, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh and Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh are some of the best family hotels in Old Town Edinburgh. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh has a great average guest score of 9.6 out of 10 and amenities like children's meals and in-room cribs. Kids are welcome at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh, too. Travelers leave glowing reviews of this hotel, which has children's meals, in-room cribs, and more. To explore more family hotels in Old Town Edinburgh, use the "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.

What are some of the best Old Town Edinburgh hotels with a pool?

Book a Old Town Edinburgh hotel with a pool for some added relaxation or exercise on your trip. Apex Grassmarket Hotel is a top-rated hotel with an indoor pool, and an average guest score of 9 out of 10. This hotel also features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre is another great hotel that features an indoor pool, along with a full-service spa and a restaurant. For more Old Town Edinburgh hotels with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pool" on Hotels.com.

What are some of the best boutique hotels in Old Town Edinburgh?

Elevate your trip by booking a boutique hotel in Old Town Edinburgh. Our travelers love Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh, an upscale property offering a restaurant and a bar/lounge, as well as air-conditioned guestrooms with 24-hour room service. The Scotsman Hotel is also a top-rated boutique hotel with a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour gym.

Is it worth staying in Old Town Edinburgh?

You're spoilt for choice with 457 hotels in the area so it's easy to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Old Town Edinburgh makes it easy to explore Edinburgh, including the neighborhoods of Edinburgh City Centre and New Town.

What are some great hotels in Old Town Edinburgh with balconies?

There are some top hotels in Old Town Edinburgh that offer rooms with a balcony. Check out Virgin Hotels Edinburgh which has a high guest score of 9.6 out of 10, and furnished balconies/patios in some rooms. Another popular choice is Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection, which offers balconies in some rooms and has a great guest score of 9.6.

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