CoDE Co-Living – The LoFT

Old Town

Susanne says “Code Hostel right on the Royal Mile was great, you can get a private room or a pod and it’s a clean, safe place close to the castle and the fun places to see in Edinburgh. Easy walk to the train station too.” CoDE Co-Living – The LoFT is set on Rose Street North Lane, just a short walk from Princes Street. It offers modern interiors within a red brick-clad period building. It offers rooms with bunk beds, a shared kitchen and a communal area.

Cost: $50+ per night 

Raddison Blu Hotel

Old Town

Macy recommends the Raddison Blu Hotel and says “the bed was the most comfortable I had slept on during my 5-week holiday. It was awesome and I have a bad back.” The hotel is just a 10-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh City Centre is 500 meters away from lively Princes Street. Holyrood Park and Palace are a 10-minute walk away.

Cost: $200+ per night

Destiny Scotland – Royal Mile Residence

Royal Mile

Trina recommends Destiny Scotland and says “It’s across the street from the main rail station and down the hill from the castle. Super close to the Royal Mile. Very reasonably priced, nice suite, and super convenient to everything.” 

Cost: $250+ per night 

Ten Hill Place

Southside

Patricia recommends Ten Hill Place where this WorldHotels Distinctive is a minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile, the focal point of the annual Edinburgh Festival (In August?). Edinburgh’s main shopping area of Princes Street is a 15-minute walk away.

Cost: $100+ per night

Ibis South Bridge

Royal Mile

Mandy recommends the Ibis on South Bridge in the Old Town. She says “small rooms, but clean, quiet, in a great location with a great staff. Full Scottish breakfast and a good bar and restaurant.”

Cost: $100+ per night 

B+B Edinburgh

Haymarket

Leanne says “My husband and I stayed at this boutique hotel in 2019. We were able to walk from there all around Old Town. And it backs on to Dean Village. It is a great little hotel and they provide traditional breakfasts as well.”

Cost: $150+ per night

InterContinental Edinburgh The George

City Centre

Beverly says “It’s in the “new town” and a very short walk to the “old town”. It was a wonderful hotel.” Boasting an enviable location in Edinburgh city centre, the historic and chic InterContinental Edinburgh The George sits in the new town, close to Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens and Holyrood Palace. It features elegant rooms, a selection of events spaces and meeting rooms (including the magnificent Kings Hall) and a well-equipped gym.

Cost: $250+ per night

Angel’s Share Hotel

West End

Carolyn recommends the Angel’s Share Hotel and says “So close to the Old Town, each room is styled after a Scottish celebrity, writer or personality. My room was Ewan McGregor! Breakfast is not included but there is a restaurant downstairs and I loved the vibe of the whole place.”

Cost: $150+ per night

No11 Boutique Hotel & Brasserie

Leith

Maria says “As I’ve always travelled solo, I stayed in a wonderful little room up the gorgeous staircase and hung out chatting to the owner for hours after dinner. So incredibly comfortable and welcoming. Loved every second of it. I was living in London at the time and took the train to Edinburgh and back and it was a great ride — I even met an older solo traveling woman living in Aberdeen and had a wonderful conversation with her.”

Cost: $150+ per night 

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

New Town

Marie says “Great location, easy walk to train station, very good breakfast, good size rooms.”
Situated in Edinburgh’s Old Town, just off Princes Street, the hotel is 550 yards from the historical Royal Mile. Plus, it’s just a 5-minute walk to Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station and 15 minutes on foot from Edinburgh Castle.

Cost: $300+ per night

Roseate Hotel

Haymarket

For those looking for a luxury experience, the Roseate Hotel is a short ride away from the hustle of Edinburgh. Carolyn stayed in this historic home in July 2024 and says “I loved the beautifully designed room, on-site restaurant and bar and the bathtub! It’s only a 15-minute drive to the airport or you can take an express bus that passes right by the entrance.” This hotel is known as one of the best luxury hotels in Edinburgh and is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Cost: $200+ per night