The Best Hotels Closest to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh for 2026

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Our top choices for Edinburgh Castle hotels

1. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.6 km from Edinburgh Castle

Tampa

₩574,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

2. The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.8 km from Edinburgh Castle

₩1,594,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

3. Eden Locke

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Victoria

₩337,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.7 km from Edinburgh Castle

OZAN

₩476,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

5. The Resident Edinburgh

West End, 0.8 km from Edinburgh Castle

Yogesh C

₩516,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

6. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Mohammad

₩514,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

7. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

West End, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Douglas

₩569,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (second room open studio) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

8. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Sherry

₩509,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Executive Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

9. Bonnie Hotel - Smart Boutique ApartHotel - Haymarket Edinburgh

West End, 0.8 km from Edinburgh Castle

₩330,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

10. PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

Fountainbridge, 0.9 km from Edinburgh Castle

₩289,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

11. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.3 km from Edinburgh Castle

Kevin

₩1,168,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

12. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

Tollcross, 0.4 km from Edinburgh Castle

Anthony

₩482,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

13. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 0.9 km from Edinburgh Castle

Joseph

₩412,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.2 km from Edinburgh Castle

Stephanie

₩437,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

15. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

lida

₩803,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

16. Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse

West End, 0.7 km from Edinburgh Castle

ALEXIA

₩372,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

New Town, 0.6 km from Edinburgh Castle

Sandra

₩337,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

18. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

Andrea

₩695,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

19. Tigerlily

New Town, 0.5 km from Edinburgh Castle

RICHARD

₩609,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Classic Studio, 1 Bedroom, Castle View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

20. Destiny Scotland - Princes St Residence

West End, 0.4 km from Edinburgh Castle

Melissa

₩513,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Edinburgh Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,438 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Eden Locke	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,398 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Resident Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 624 reviews	View

Top Edinburgh Castle Hotel Reviews

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"All great, the lifts are a tad slow but not too bad!"

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"We liked the proximity to the Royal Mile and Waverly train station, as we were staying here for 20 days. The room and bathroom were very nice. The restaurant was useless to us because of our fish and seafood allergies. We were assured at least 10 times that they would take special care not to have any cross contamination and then went ahead and deep fried our french fries in the same oil as fish. We luckily asked again because my throat felt funny after eating a couple of french fries, asking if they had been cooked in the same oil as fish, to which they responded yes! We immediately had to take a couple of Benadryls and get out our epi pens and decide whether to call the ambulance. We were offered a lousy 25% discount on our meal from the food manager, even though we had barely started eating. We then went to the front desk to report the incident. They were much more caring and the manager said we would not be paying anything for our meals. They also had us sit in the lobby so they could keep an eye on our reactions to the fish exposure. When we finally went to our room, they checked on us until we felt we would be ok. This was greatly appreciated but we couldn't chance eating there again. Very disappointing."

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

8/10 Good

"We had a wonderful stay at Mount Royal Hotel. Waking up to the castle view every morning was truly special, and the staff were consistently warm and welcoming. The room was quite small, with limited storage and no refrigerator. We paid an extra £20 per night for the castle view, and for us, it was worth it. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 was the strong musty smell in the shower room, which was unpleasant throughout our stay."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for our silver wedding anniversary and glad we chose the Apex Waterloo. Check in was easy and friendly, Room was very nice, clean, spacious and well equipped. Wonderful reception lady came and brought us a bottle of Prosecco on ice with 2 glasses on the house which was a lovely gesture Pool and Spa was lovely and relaxing and for an early Sat evening we had it to ourselves. The lady managing the Spa was wonderfully polite and kind. The bar staff were friendly. Overall a great hotel, yes price was high, but mid July, excellent proximity to city centre, train station etc and special occasion the Apex Waterloo was an excellent choice and would definitely recommend"

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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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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 1538 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 Apex Waterloo Place Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.

How many hotels are there near Edinburgh Castle?

Expedia has 1538 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.

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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 Surgeon's Hall. 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. Market Street Hotel

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. Eden Locke

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

5. The Resident Edinburgh

6. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

7. The Rutland Hotel & Apartments

8. Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

9. Bonnie Hotel - Smart Boutique ApartHotel - Haymarket Edinburgh

10. PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

11. 100 Princes Street

12. The Knight Residence Apartments by Mansley

13. The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

15. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

16. Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse

17. Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

18. Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

19. Tigerlily

20. Destiny Scotland - Princes St Residence

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Princes Street Gardens

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