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Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.2 miles from Edinburgh Castle)

Grassmarket Old Town Boutique Apartment; building dating back to 1634, offers unique self catering accommodation directly located within the buzzy street bars and cafes of the Grassmarket Square, Old...

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9.6
Exceptional
147 reviews
Price from
€ 578
per night

Rose Apartment

New Town, Edinburgh (0.2 miles from Edinburgh Castle)

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh, Rose Apartment offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi access. The property is 500 metres from both Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.

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9.7
Exceptional
78 reviews

The Edinburgh Rooftop Terrace

New Town, Edinburgh (0.3 miles from Edinburgh Castle)

Located in the centre of Edinburgh, just less than 1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and a 12-minute walk from EICC, The Edinburgh Rooftop Terrace provides accommodation with city views...

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9.5
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
€ 438
per night

The Witchery by the Castle

Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh (0.2 miles from Edinburgh Castle)

The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features.

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9.2
Superb
137 reviews
Price from
€ 759
per night

Ramsay Gardens - Grand 4-Bedroom Apartment Next To Castle

Old Town, Edinburgh (0.2 miles from Edinburgh Castle)

Set in the centre of Edinburgh, Ramsay Gardens - Grand 4-Bedroom Apartment Next To Castle offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

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9.4
Superb
109 reviews
Price from
€ 807
per night

The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh (0.3 miles from Edinburgh Castle)

The glamorous Rutland Hotel has stylish rooms, a luxurious late-lounge, and a unique restaurant with a glass wine cellar.

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9.2
Superb
2,258 reviews
Price from
€ 377
per night

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  • The Rutland Hotel & Apartments
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,258 reviews

    The glamorous Rutland Hotel has stylish rooms, a luxurious late-lounge, and a unique restaurant with a glass wine cellar.

    Room was very good and the breakfast was of a high standard.

  • Gleneagles Townhouse
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 371 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, a terrace as well as a bar, Gleneagles Townhouse is set in the centre of Edinburgh, 400 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station.

    Stunning property, beautifully appointed and immaculate

  • Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,329 reviews

    Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge is set in Edinburgh in the Lothian region, 400 metres from EICC and less than 1 km from Edinburgh Castle.

    So clean, friendly, helpful staff! Gorgeous decor!!

  • Malmaison Edinburgh City
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,613 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Edinburgh, Malmaison Edinburgh City offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    The design is phenomenal! Staff lovely and attentive to all needs.

  • Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 8,033 reviews

    Attractively set in Edinburgh, Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    Value for money, clean, happy place, good location.

  • YOTEL Edinburgh
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 14,561 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Edinburgh, YOTEL Edinburgh provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

    Very clean, close to Edinburgh centre, friendly staff.

  • Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,255 reviews

    Offering a fitness centre, the Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket is located in Edinburgh city centre.

    Reception staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly

  • ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,661 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Princes Street, ibis Styles St Andrew Square offers uniquely designed rooms in Edinburgh city centre.

    Staff were excellent. Much better than in many hotels.

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  • Market Street hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,466 reviews

    Located in the centre of Edinburgh, just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile and 650 yards of The Real Mary King's Close, Market Street forms part of Edinburgh’s historic skyline.

    Excellent location Nice helpful staff Couldnt fault it

  • The Witchery by the Castle
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 137 reviews

    The Witchery by the Castle offers a range of opulent suites in Edinburgh, each one unique with its own special features.

    the staff were really friendly and the food was great.

  • voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,882 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Edinburgh, voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Excellent location , quiet and clean , very friendly staff

  • Motel One Edinburgh-Princes
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,926 reviews

    Motel One Edinburgh-Princes is set in the heart of Princes Street and less than 5 minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Waverley Station. This contemporary hotel features a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

    Great location and everything was perfecting clean

  • Motel One Edinburgh-Royal
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8,571 reviews

    Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, the Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is 5 minutes’ walk away from the train station, and only half a mile from the Castle. Guests can reach the historical St.

    Gorgeous hotel, fabulous interior, brilliant location

  • Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street, an IHG Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,339 reviews

    Situated on Princes Street, overlooking Edinburgh Castle, Hotel Indigo - Edinburgh - Princes Street offers rooms with free WiFi. Set in a period building, there is a traditional restaurant and bar.

    Staff were great hotel spotless and lovely bedroom.

  • Rabble
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,031 reviews

    Rabble is set in Edinburgh, 600 metres from Edinburgh Castle. Guests can enjoy the glass roof garden and free WiFi throughout. Every room has a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge.

    It was sooo central walking distance to everywhere

  • Apex Grassmarket Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,617 reviews

    In the vibrant Grassmarket area, the Apex Grassmarket Hotel has a sauna, a pool, a gym, an award-winning restaurant, and free WiFi for guests to enjoy.

    The location and the views of the castle were sublime

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  • The Balmoral Hotel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,943 reviews

    Located on Princes Street, The Balmoral has a 4 AA Rosette restaurant, a pool and a gym. Waverley Station and Edinburgh's main shopping area are within 5 minutes' walk.

    The spa was fantastic. The room was so comfortable.

  • Tigerlily
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,232 reviews

    Tigerlily is an award-winning boutique hotel with chic rooms, an elegant bar, nightclub and a restaurant.

    Staff were so helpful and the beds were really comfy.

  • Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 119 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the Edinburgh City Centre district of Edinburgh, Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse is set 1.6 km from The Real Mary King's Close, 1.6 km from Edinburgh Waverley station and 1.7...

    Easy to find, great location had everything you need.

  • Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,179 reviews

    Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel is situated in Edinburgh, just metres from Princes Street and George Street.

    Staff, facilities, location and cleanliness all excellent

  • Hotel Du Vin Edinburgh
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,866 reviews

    In Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, this Hotel Du Vin has uniquely styled bedrooms in a former city asylum. At the hotel’s heart is a French Bistro, serving produce from the Lothian region.

    Great team and location, surpassed my expectations

  • Royal Scots Club
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 713 reviews

    The Royal Scots Club offers grand country-house charm, a cosy club atmosphere and free WiFi in Edinburgh city centre. In the peaceful New Town district, there is a hotel lift for access to all floors.

    The room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable

  • The Scotsman Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,899 reviews

    Overlooking Carlton Hill, Princes Street Gardens and Waverley Station, the 4-star Scotsman Hotel was originally built in 1905. This majestic, listed building was once The Scotsman newspaper.

    One of the most beautiful rooms I've ever stayed in!

  • W Edinburgh
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 188 reviews

    W Edinburgh has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

    Excellent new hotel in a great location staff were 5 star

Amed Wall

Stretching down 30 metres, this tree-like coral shelf lies at the centre of a beautiful garden of gorgonians. It’s in these plants that the rare pygmy seahorse sets up home, which makes Amed Wall your best shot of catching a glimpse. Reef sharks and sea turtles also roam these waters, so there’s no shortage of deep-sea wonders to gawk at.

Planning a trip to see the Edinburgh Castle? Check out the latest reviews and scores

  • 10
    Scored 10

    This was my second time visiting Edinburgh Castle.

    This was my second time visiting Edinburgh Castle. The first time I did an audio tour and this time signed up for a guided tour. Both work, but the tour lead by a guide was really great, though more expensive.
    Arlen
  • 2.0
    Scored 2.0

    During our visit, there was an event happening close to the...

    During our visit, there was an event happening close to the castle. The infrastructure took them more that two weeks to disassemble so the main route to the castle was blocked during our entire visit and it wasn't possible to see the main entrance. Moreover, many locals told us the trip inside they castle is a bit overhyped.
    Emilia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Fabulous history and views. make a reservation and go early...

    Fabulous history and views. make a reservation and go early. the Hop on Hop off bus is perfect for getting around Edinburgh easily. Make reservations for dinner as all pubs and restaurants are booked up early.
    Johnson
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The castle is amazing however the walk up to it is very...

    The castle is amazing however the walk up to it is very steep and even when you are in the castle there are lots of steps so it is not really a good place to visit for those who are not fit or are disabled. As it is so high up it can be very windy and getting around it in the rain is no fun. We did enjoy our visit even though we were limited as to which parts of the castle had esay access. The views are amazing from the castle.
    Di7Hop
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Health not great so got a taxi which was as cheap as chips,...

    Health not great so got a taxi which was as cheap as chips, to drive to the Castle. Fabulous Castle & Fantastic museum within Castle and staff so enthusiastic to give us more detail on exhibits. The Bagpiper outside was brilliant and although looked down to try to see what I was doing, didn't relise I'd placed a tiny travelling gnome by his shoe - husband not impressed! I got the photo though!
    Annie
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    An absolute must see!

    An absolute must see! One of the most spectacular castles, but go early to avoid huge crowds. When you walk in go straight to the furthest point and make your way back to get better less crowded pictures.
    Tina-Lynn
    Canada

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  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews
    A very friendly and helpful host with a fantastic apartment very close to Edinburgh city centre. We loved staying here. Only a 10 minute walk from Edinburgh Castle - is a very suitable apartment for viewing Edinburghs attractions.
    Chloe
    United Kingdom
  • From € 356.11 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,168 reviews
    Location in old town 10 minutes walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Stephen Robert
    Australia
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,136 reviews
    A very good place next to Edinburgh Castle. I stayed in a four- bedded room, which was convenient, beds comfortable, quality adequate for the price. For a hostel very good conditions. Bathrooms clean and available in quite a lot for hostel guests.
    Grzegorz
    Poland
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,576 reviews
    Beautiful rooms, great location with shops, pubs near by and easy walk to Old Town and Edinburgh Castle. Plus one free drink at the pub next door which is owned by the same couple. Helpful and friend staff 😀
    Frances
    New Zealand
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,094 reviews
    Amazing location - just a stone’s throw from the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, the train station, shops, bars, etc. The staff were also very friendly.
    Cliona
    Australia
  • From € 303.57 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,874 reviews
    The apartment is located within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town.
    Brad Pete
    Canada
  • From € 432 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 321 reviews
    Typical quality marriot. Good size rooms and beds. 20 min walk to edinburgh Castle via Royal Mile.
    michael
    New Zealand
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,558 reviews
    location is perfect. You can see the back side of EDinburgh castle when you stand in front of the hostel. Lots of shops, pubs and cafe & restaurants nearby which was great. Room was okay. The pods helped in term of lil privacy when staying in hostel. But the toilet and shower facilities were not upto my expectations. The toilets are very very small and the washbasin is too tine that you cant even wash your face properly. Breakfast is very basic. but you cant expect much for 5 £ i guess.
    Seena
    United Kingdom
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 27 reviews
    Location perfect. Great big rooms. Nice clean and modern toilets. Nice place, we highly recommend if you are able to climb stairs since there is no lift. Nice kitchen. We were really pleased. Bonus: you can see Edinburgh castle the whole time.
    Nina
    Finland
  • From € 329.25 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5,841 reviews
    Location was perfect for me and my partner. Right in the shadows of Edinburgh Castle, literally 5 mins walk from the old town and 15 to 20 mins walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station. The apartment itself was fantastic clean with everything we needed. The Staff were absolutely fantastic, nothing was a problem always smiling and go above and beyond to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
    Chris
    United Kingdom

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