The Best Hotels Closest to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern living room with a fireplace, blue furniture, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a dining area with a marble table, and a view through large windows.

1. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Rohan

₩350,014

₩441,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A view of a castle through a window, with a table and some items in the foreground.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A round table with a plate of croissants, a coffee maker, and several black cups.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a built-in shelf above the sink holding glasses, a plant, and books.

2. Moment George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Richard

₩704,287

₩1,129,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned carpet, leather seating, and large windows offering city views.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a table with chairs, and a large window offering a city view at night.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a small table, and chairs. There is a large window with a city view.

3. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 0.8 km from Edinburgh Castle

Janet

₩288,348

₩363,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, stone flooring, and a small building with a sloped roof.

A historic building with the sign "Hotel du Vin & Bistro" indicating a restaurant and hotel.

A restaurant with stone walls, leather seating, and a table set with wine glasses and a candle.

A bar area with a wine rack, a large metal sink, and a bottle of wine.

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Edinburgh Castle

Suzette

₩403,692

₩508,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A rooftop terrace with wicker chairs, a small table with a cup and snacks, and a view of a castle-like building in the background.

A bar area with red chairs and a long counter, a fireplace with a painting above it, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging light fixtures, and bar area with shelves of bottles.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a red door.

5. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Boris

₩473,192

₩596,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of a stone wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern living room with a round table, two armchairs, a mounted TV, a clock, and a radiator.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs.

6. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Susanne

₩287,464

₩362,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A historic building with a bar, restaurant, and pizzeria on the ground floor.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror. There is a bed with a headboard and a small table with a chair in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

7. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

John

₩359,337

₩452,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hallway with a dark wall, a radiator, and a door leading to a room with patterned wallpaper.

A building entrance with a sign reading "Linton Collection No 28".

A room with a large window, a bathtub, a chair, and a bedside table.

A view of a historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag, seen through a window with a curtain.

8. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Edinburgh Castle

₩372,506

₩469,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A view of a historic castle from a window, with a statue in the foreground.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island with bottles, and pendant lighting.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a view of the city through the window, and a geometric wall design.

A dimly lit bar area with wooden furniture, stone walls, and a large poster of a mechanical device.

9. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Russell

₩315,383

₩397,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A building with a stone facade, a central entrance with a fanlight, and a signboard with the name 'Mayo.'

A bar with a glass front, wicker furniture, and a potted plant outside.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a bar area with shelves stocked with various items.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants near a window with a view of buildings.

10. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Victoria

₩231,346

₩291,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern loft with a high ceiling, exposed stone arches, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a tiled floor, and a visible towel rack.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an arched doorway leading to a bathroom.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a staircase with a metal railing, and white cabinets.

11. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.9 km from Edinburgh Castle

Susan

₩426,412

₩537,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A neatly made bed with a folded towel, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a dining table, a vase of flowers, and a fruit bowl. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a vase with flowers.

12. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.4 km from Edinburgh Castle

Ramanjit

₩269,128

₩339,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a staircase, and a decorative chandelier.

A grand entrance with columns, a sign reading "100 PRINCES STREET," and two symmetrical topiary bushes.

A dining area with a table set for tea, a green sofa, and a view of a castle.

A historic building with multiple windows and a decorative facade.

13. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.3 km from Edinburgh Castle

Sas

₩934,553

₩1,177,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a corner building with a distinctive tower and a shop with a sign reading "HENDRONS".

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel range hood, and a black telephone. There is a dining area with a glass table, two chairs, and a bowl of fruit. Large windows provide a view of the city.

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

New Town, 0.6 km from Edinburgh Castle

Frederic

₩288,351

₩363,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp. There are two windows with a city view.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, a window, and a fireplace.

A building with a red door, numbered 6, and two windows with white shutters.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and white walls, leading to a door with a white panel design.

15. Haymarket Apartments

West End, 0.9 km from Edinburgh Castle

Nargis

₩304,626

₩653,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass dining table, and a large pendant light.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel range, and a coffee machine.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a stone accent wall, a dining area with a glass table, and a hanging pendant light.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

16. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

New Town, 0.4 km from Edinburgh Castle

Charles

₩347,352

₩437,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A buffet setup with various food items, a refrigerator, and a bar area.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter and stools, a seating area with a sofa and ottoman, and a neon sign above the bar.

A row of modern buildings with a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture, featuring a variety of window styles and building materials.

A sign with the name 'Wilde' against a backdrop of lush greenery and a historic building under a blue sky.

17. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Edinburgh Castle

layton

₩335,375

₩422,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A four-poster bed with a view of the city, a fireplace, and a television in a hotel room.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a clock, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a framed painting.

18. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.9 km from Edinburgh Castle

Amber

₩279,199

₩351,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass-top dining table, and a view of the city through a large window.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A view through a window of a historic building with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and detailed stonework.

19. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from Edinburgh Castle

Susan

₩531,010

₩1,264,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A building entrance with a classical design, featuring a central door with a glass panel, flanked by columns, and a small window with plants.

A dining table with plates of food, a drink, and a book.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa set, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a bowl of oranges, and a book.

20. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.6 km from Edinburgh Castle

Zayra

₩232,899

₩293,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Edinburgh Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
RÌGH Residences	9.8 Exceptional 319 reviews	View
Moment George IV Bridge	9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
The Resident Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 682 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh	9.6 Exceptional 1,477 reviews	View

Top Edinburgh Castle Hotel Reviews

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

8/10 Good

"Wilde is in a great location, easy walking distance to everything, especially Grassmarket with its great dining. We had a ground floor courtyard room, which felt exposed. Also the rooms ate not sound-proofed and we heard the noise from the people upstairs. The room was nice, but could use some touch up. It worked for having breakfast in the room. The staff were nice and responded to our requests."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Quick easy check-in, lovely clean room. Really appreciated the complimentary cold bottle of water! Grandson loved his lovely big bed!"

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, helpful staff"

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"The staff we super helpful. Special shout out to Aakash, who went over and above for us."

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location. Excellent staff and accommodations. Received a room upgrade which was a pleasant surprise!"

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"first class hotel located ideally for tattoo"

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was a pleasant surprise to be offered champagne upon check-in, excellent in room coffee availability with coffee grinder. There were snacks available in the room as well. It was nice to find a miniature gift candle at our door when we came home from the day out because we had requested Green service that day… (No need to come and clean our room). The location worked out well. The sliding wooden “door”to cover the windows gave a complete black out!"

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great location, friendly staff"

Other attractions near Edinburgh Castle

A golden fountain with statues in a park with a large building in the background.

Princes Street Gardens

9.0/10 (3,373 reviews)

Spend time in this attractive green space that separates Edinburgh’s Old Town from its 18th-century New Town.

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A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.

Grassmarket

9.2/10 (4,895 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Royal Scots Regimental Museum

You can study the exhibits at Royal Scots Regimental Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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National War Museum

You can study the exhibits at National War Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.

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Dragonfly

Dragonfly is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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Traverse Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Traverse Theatre during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Vennel Steps

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to Vennel Steps. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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The Witches' Well

Find out about the history of Edinburgh when you spend time at The Witches' Well. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Edinburgh Castle?

Edinburgh Castle is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1566 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Edinburgh Castle?

Adjacent to Edinburgh Castle, Apex Grassmarket Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Point A Edinburgh Haymarket and YOTEL Edinburgh.

How many hotels are there near Edinburgh Castle?

Expedia has 1566 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Edinburgh Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Edinburgh Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Edinburgh Castle?

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What can I see and do near Edinburgh Castle?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, or Writers' Museum. Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and Assembly Rooms are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at Usher Hall, Festival Theatre, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

How can I get to Edinburgh Castle?

If you're taking a train into town, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) are the closest stations to Old Town Edinburgh. There might not be many public transit options near Edinburgh Castle so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Edinburgh Castle hotels

1. RÌGH Residences

2. Moment George IV Bridge

3. The Resident Edinburgh

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

5. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

6. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

7. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

8. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

9. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

10. Eden Locke

11. Linton Collection - Blackfriars Lofts

12. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

13. 100 Princes Street

14. Braid Apartments by Mansley

15. Haymarket Apartments

16. Destiny Scotland Charlotte SQ Apartments

17. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

18. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

19. St Giles ApartHotel by Joivy

20. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

Compare popular hotels close to Edinburgh Castle

Top Edinburgh Castle Hotel Reviews

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Market Street Hotel

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Other attractions near Edinburgh Castle

Princes Street Gardens

Grassmarket

Royal Scots Regimental Museum

National War Museum

Dragonfly

Traverse Theatre

Vennel Steps

The Witches' Well

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