The Best Hotels Closest to St James Quarter in Edinburgh for 2026

Q: What's the area like around St James Quarter?

St James Quarter is located in Edinburgh. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1467 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: Where is the best place to stay near St James Quarter?

Adjacent to St James Quarter, 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 options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find close to St James Quarter?

Expedia has 1467 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St James Quarter.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near St James Quarter.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St James Quarter?

For more details about updating your stay near St James Quarter or cancelling it, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near St James Quarter?

You'll want to browse the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Usher Hall.

Q: How can I get to St James Quarter?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around St James Quarter is a breeze. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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Our top choices for St James Quarter hotels

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

Holyrood, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Sonia

₩506,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

2. Market Street Hotel

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Tampa

₩553,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

RÌGH Penthouse Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, laptop workspace

3. RÌGH Residences

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Katherine

₩444,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 1 km from St James Quarter

OZAN

₩405,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

5. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Broughton, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

Catherine

₩363,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

6. Eden Locke

New Town, 1.1 km from St James Quarter

Victoria

₩444,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV

7. Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

New Town, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

Negin

₩425,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

8. 100 Princes Street

New Town, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Kathleen

₩1,128,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

9. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Jason

₩319,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

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

10. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Hamad

₩943,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

Mohammad

₩495,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

12. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.8 km from St James Quarter

lida

₩925,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

13. Ten Hill Place

Southside, 1 km from St James Quarter

Kara

₩383,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Old Town Edinburgh, 1.1 km from St James Quarter

Stephanie

₩567,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

15. Roomzzz Edinburgh

New Town, < 0.1 km from St James Quarter

Suzanne

₩563,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

16. Tigerlily

New Town, 1.1 km from St James Quarter

RICHARD

₩630,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Superior 2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Balcony view

17. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

Old Town Edinburgh, 0.5 km from St James Quarter

Lisa

₩593,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | View from room

18. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

New Town, 0.6 km from St James Quarter

Lillie

₩555,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

19. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

New Town, 0.2 km from St James Quarter

Richard

₩1,012,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

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

20. Malmaison Edinburgh City

New Town, 0.3 km from St James Quarter

Jamie

₩353,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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Compare popular hotels close to St James Quarter

Property	Property class	Guest rating
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 784 reviews	View
Market Street Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,450 reviews	View
RÌGH Residences	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 309 reviews	View
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 203 reviews	View

Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"The hotel's location was excellent, but the room we shared (four people including my two teenage children) was very small and poorly ventilated. Breakfast was good."

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We really loved this hotel due to its proximity to all the main areas and the views to the castle were incredible. Try to get a 4th or 5th floor room and an odd number for the best views of Edinburgh Castle. Restaurants were on the street below and plenty of choices. Keep in mind there is no a/c but that’s common. Staff was excellent and room was cleaned each day. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

10/10 Excellent

"The location is perfect! Everything is 5 mins walking!!! We got a nice room with two double beds and nice view. A special thanks to Edwin!!! He was the star of the show!! My brother is in wheelchair and he assisted us in a very friendly way in everything!! Made our stay memorable!!! Thank you ;) we will definitely recommend this hotel"

The Balmoral Hotel

8/10 Good

"The Balmoral Hotel was impeccable and very clean. The door mans were always very polite and helpful. The location is excellent near the Waverley train station and within a decent walk to Old Edinburgh. The only disappointment was that we had an emergency and wanted to leave one day earlier but the Hotel management refused to give a credit or a even a partial refund. We were forced to stay the extra night since the room fee was very high."

Other attractions near St James Quarter

Waterloo Place

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh with a stop at Waterloo Place. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St James Quarter?

St James Quarter is located in Edinburgh. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1467 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near St James Quarter?

Adjacent to St James Quarter, 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 options close by include Apex Grassmarket Hotel and CODE - The Court, Edinburgh.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to St James Quarter?

Expedia has 1467 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St James Quarter.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St James Quarter, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near St James Quarter.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St James Quarter?

For more details about updating your stay near St James Quarter or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near St James Quarter?

You'll want to browse the collections at Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Edinburgh Dungeon are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Festival Theatre, and Usher Hall.

How can I get to St James Quarter?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around St James Quarter is a breeze. Metro stations nearby include St Andrew Square Tram Stop and Princes Street Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Edinburgh Waverley Station or Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station).

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Our top choices for St James Quarter hotels

1. BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh

2. Market Street Hotel

3. RÌGH Residences

4. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Edinburgh

5. Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

6. Eden Locke

7. Destiny Scotland - Broughton St Lofts

8. 100 Princes Street

9. Linton Collection - 28 North Bridge

10. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

11. Destiny Scotland George IV Apartments

12. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

13. Ten Hill Place

14. Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

15. Roomzzz Edinburgh

16. Tigerlily

17. Destiny Scotland Royal Mile Residence

18. Destiny Scotland Hanover Apartments

19. The Edinburgh Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Edinburgh

20. Malmaison Edinburgh City

Compare popular hotels close to St James Quarter

Top St James Quarter Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Other attractions near St James Quarter

Waterloo Place

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