The Best Hotels Closest to Royal Mile in Edinburgh for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Royal Mile?

Royal Mile is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1439 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay close to Royal Mile?

Adjacent to Royal Mile, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh .

Q: How many hotels will I be able to find near Royal Mile?

Expedia has 1442 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Royal Mile.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Royal Mile, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Royal Mile.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Royal Mile?

For more information about updating your stay near Royal Mile or cancelling it, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near Royal Mile?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Surgeon's Hall, National Museum of Scotland, or Scotch Whisky Experience. Sights like Edinburgh Castle, Real Mary King's Close, and Edinburgh Dungeon are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and Queen's Hall.

Q: How can I get to Royal Mile?

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 close to Royal Mile so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

Our top choices for Royal Mile hotels

Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.3 km from Royal Mile

Tampa

₩579,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.2 km from Royal Mile

Seth

₩480,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

0.8 km from Royal Mile

Andrea

₩538,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

The Balmoral Hotel

New Town, 0.4 km from Royal Mile

Beverly

₩1,621,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

OZAN

₩488,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

2 Bed Apartment | Living area | 75-inch TV with digital channels

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

New Town, 1 km from Royal Mile

Nirav

₩416,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

Townhouse Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, < 0.1 km from Royal Mile

Hamad

₩773,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.9 km from Royal Mile

Kevin

₩1,178,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

cheryl

₩516,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

New Town, 0.9 km from Royal Mile

rhonda

₩584,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Ten Hill Place

Southside, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Kara

₩317,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Vantage Studio with Balcony and View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Mayra

₩508,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from Royal Mile

Jorge

₩460,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

New Town, 1 km from Royal Mile

Sandra

₩413,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.6 km from Royal Mile

Richard

₩964,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Terence

₩451,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from Royal Mile

Brandy

₩807,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Club Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Malmaison Edinburgh City

New Town, 0.7 km from Royal Mile

John

₩442,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

New Town, 0.7 km from Royal Mile

Irina

₩504,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

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

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

New Town, 1 km from Royal Mile

Sherry

₩454,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Royal Mile

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Market Street Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,426 reviews	View
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 770 reviews	View
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 163 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Royal Mile Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

8/10 Good

"Check in is on 7th floor. Only one entery. No place to stop to unload car, no luggage cart or staff at entery for directions. Overall 5 stars. An exuberant good morning from housekeeping team members in hall way is a great start to the day. Hotel pre booked ride to airport and he was waiting 15 mins early! Was last stop on 3 country 14 night trip. Felt well taken care of."

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our hotel room was comfortable, very clean and spaciously well appointed. The staff at reception was courteous and anxious to help as needed, appreciated when arriving after flight issues at 11 pm. Netish was especially helpful when locating a driver to take us to York at the end of our stay. We found the staff in all areas of the hotel to be welcoming and friendly. One elevator was out of service for replacement, causing delays for guests and staff, but that was the only difficulty during our stay. I would not hesitate to recommend the Apex hotel and plan to stay there again when visiting Edinburgh."

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great hotel that has all the necessary amenities to make a trip pleasant. We stayed 7 nights and it was the best decision we made to book here. Blackout curtains in the room were such a nice feature and the bathrooms and showers were top notch. The location is perfect and the staff were very helpful and friendly. We look forward to our next stay with Apex 💯"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"The stand out was the service. Friendly staff and excellent service. Room service was speedy and if you had breakfast included there was no extra charge. We had an issue with our TV and someone was there within 2 mins. The amenities in the bathroom smelt gorgeous. Loved the variety in the mini bar. Good size mugs for a cuppa. Only down side was the water pressure in the shower."

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile

8/10 Good

"Property location is excellent. Too bad the outside sidewalk is taken by drug addicts and crack heads. Rooms are neat and very clean, however hallways and other public areas, not so. Staff are not friendly at all, maybe one exception. Breakfast was ok, not great, service personnel not very friendly."

Hotels near other Royal Mile attractions

A historic castle surrounded by a well-maintained park, with a cityscape and a body of water in the background.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

9.2/10 (2,223 reviews)

Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Mile?

Royal Mile is located in a historic area of Edinburgh known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1439 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Royal Mile?

Adjacent to Royal Mile, Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Royal Mile?

Expedia has 1442 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Royal Mile.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Royal Mile.

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

For more information about updating your stay near Royal Mile or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Royal Mile?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Surgeon's Hall, National Museum of Scotland, or Scotch Whisky Experience. Sights like Edinburgh Castle, Real Mary King's Close, and Edinburgh Dungeon are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and Queen's Hall.

How can I get to Royal Mile?

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 close to Royal Mile so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Royal Mile hotels

Market Street Hotel

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood

The Balmoral Hotel

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - New Town

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

100 Princes Street

Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Destiny Scotland Chisholm Hunter Suites

Ten Hill Place

Roomzzz Edinburgh

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

No1. Apartments Edinburgh - George IV Bridge

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh City

ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

Destiny Scotland New Town Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Royal Mile

Top Royal Mile Hotel Reviews

Market Street Hotel

Hotels near other Royal Mile attractions

Palace of Holyroodhouse

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