Title: Argyle Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Argyle Backpackers Victorian hostel in Edinburgh ![Single Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/74614790.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/2e46e76e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/ef79257f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![14-inch TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/8fa819f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/4a2debff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Near Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Argyle Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=11879790&PinnedHotelID=11879790&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/90483292.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 7.6 Good 8 reviews ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - 36 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/8fc026a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - 36 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/2e46e76e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - 36 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/efcd2a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - 36 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/90483292.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 people) ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/90483292.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people) ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/90483292.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people) ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![Basic Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11880000/11879800/11879790/w1392h956x0y0-30d6d52f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 people) ### Highlights Yard Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Heating Refrigerator TV - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Argyle-Backpackers.h11879790.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Argyle-Backpackers.h11879790.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Marchmont, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, is home to Argyle Backpackers. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Edinburgh travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh.dx6069845) [View more Hostels in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hostels.d6069845-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.93851%2C-3.19142&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RvqrdQA3BlYLoPLrdG_pHyrRAEo=) 14 Argyle Place, Newington, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1JL ### What's nearby - University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Grassmarket - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Edinburgh Castle - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Royal Mile - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Princes Street - 4 min drive - 2.3 km ### Getting around - Haymarket Tram Station - 4 min drive - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Library Cafe - ‬8 min walk - ‪Victor Hugo Delicatessen - ‬5 min walk - ‪Cafe Artista - ‬5 min walk - ‪Detour - ‬1 min walk - ‪Uplands Roast - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Argyle Backpackers Upscale hostel near University of Edinburgh Close to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile, Argyle Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby. You'll also find perks like: - Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe - Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills - Bicycle parking, a computer station, and luggage storage - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - 6 bathrooms with tubs or showers and toilet paper - 14-inch TVs with digital channels - Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4533/ca52c927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Britannia Hotel Edinburgh West End - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available 6.0 1,285 reviews CA $86 CA $103 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=4533&PinnedHotelID=4533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102610000/102604600/102604598/8251f78e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Safestay Edinburgh Cowgate Old Town Edinburgh - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Housekeeping 6.8 87 reviews CA $103 CA $123 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - 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Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Visual alarms in hallways - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 3 floors - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed ### Bathroom - 6 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks) - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer (on request) - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - 14-inch TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Heating - Individual furnishings - Recycling - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Towels fee: GBP 2.00 per person, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Argyle Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh Argyle Backpackers Hostel Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh Argyle Backpackers Argyle Backpackers Hotel Edinburgh Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh, Scotland Argyle Backpackers Edinburgh Argyle Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Argyle Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Edinburgh ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Argyle Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Argyle Backpackers? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argyle Backpackers on Oct 26, 2025 start from CA $93.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Argyle-Backpackers.h11879790.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Argyle Backpackers? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Argyle Backpackers? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Argyle Backpackers? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Argyle Backpackers located? > Located in Marchmont, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 1 mi (2 km). Princes Street Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 24 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Argyle Backpackers Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 78 8 - Good 133 6 - Okay 60 4 - Poor 23 2 - Terrible 16 ### 7.4/10 Cleanliness ### 8.2/10 Staff & service ### 6.8/10 Amenities ### 7.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Kate Sep 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Only issue was one showers hot water didn’t work! But loved the place and the location! ##### Kate Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dane Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Central and very affordable ##### Dane Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sagar Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice for the value ##### Sagar Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Marcia Aug 26, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Warm water supply wasn‘t always secured. Bathrooms weren‘t clean. ##### Marcia Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courage Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Easy to check in and out! ##### Courage Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danial May 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice hostel. Complimentary coffee and tea. Staff were nice and helpful ##### Danial Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brynn Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The building had old charm. The pipes were very noisy in our room every time the water was run. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/72e00853-d706-4f7e-8eeb-7a781357f3ce-1749406322490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Brynn Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bella Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Area is absolutely perfect for exploring Edinburgh! Grocery stores are at a walkable distance, the street feels safe and quiet, and all of the major tourist attractions are at a walkable distance. It was nice to be away from the city centre bustle, but close enough to be able to walk there when you wish. Convenient check in and checkout. Kitchens had everything you need and even some free stuff which was nice! Garden/patio area was very pretty and we enjoyed spending time out there :) ##### Bella Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### David John Aug 19, 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Just not very clean, not well kept. Uncomfortable bed. I just think that having a festival on shouldn't mean putting prices up sky high. £87 it shouldn't even be £7. ##### David John Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice room with good beds, would stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### DAVID Mar 16, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Really good Really good hostel. Only thing is if they could mention the towel policy in the instructions email. I'll stay again for sure. ##### DAVID Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marie-Aude Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Disliked: Cleanliness Vraiment bien si vous aimer les auberges de jeunesse ##### Marie-Aude Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jared May 9, 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Decent, but you get what you paid for Cheap by edinburgh standards, so you get what you paid for really. Cleanliness wasnt the best but its a room in a good location which was what we were looking for ##### Jared Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ines May 23, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The room was very dirty, floor full of hairs and bathroom as well. ##### Ines Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Apr 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good place to stay This is a nice place to stay in Edinburgh if you are intending to be out most of the time and don't need a fancy hotel! It's very much a hostel but it's in a quieter area of the city with lots of nice cafes and brunch places around. Easy 20 min walk from the station. Clean enough but it is an old town house so not immaculate! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela May 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pretty decent hostel. ##### Pamela Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica Jun 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fabulous location, good set up, excellent value ##### Jessica Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### wendy Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay for Edinburgh city. Easy check in, room basic but clean and comfortable. Kitchen facilities all good. ##### wendy Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### James Oct 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice atmosphere, great location, delivers all it promises - no complaints. ##### James Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isobel Oct 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were so nice and helpful! ##### Isobel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Benedikt May 16, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Preis/Leistung vom anderen Stern. Das Bett war ca 35cm hoch, das ganze „Zimmer“ eher schmuddelig mit merkwürdigen Flecken auf dem Teppich. Die Dusche auf unserer Etage funktionierte nicht. Generell sehr hellhörig. Absolut nie wieder und nicht empfehlenswert. ##### Benedikt Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### sonia Dec 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities El personal és muy amable y servicial. Alojamiento senzillo, limpio y comodo Solo llegabamos para dormir y genial. ##### sonia Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Nov 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very much enjoyed my stay at argyle backpackers. Would stay again. Very homey feel and was a pleasure to meet other travelers. Within walking distance to all of the major sights in Edinburgh, including the train station. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J Oct 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### brilliant everything was absolutely brilliant ##### J Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities We really enjoyed our stay here. Probably best hostel we’ve stayed in. Staff were super friendly and helpful (Tanika in particular). Had 2 kitchens and multiple bathrooms which was nice. Area is far away enough to be peaceful but not too far that you can still easily walk anywhere. ##### Jennifer Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Queen-Street.h4924301.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Hotel-Spa.h15554.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Edinburgh Carlton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hilton-Edinburgh-Carlton.h1648.Hotel-Information) > > [Motel One Edinburgh - Royal](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Motel-One-Edinburgh-Royal.h5333965.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Apex-Waterloo-Place-Hotel.h2278092.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Apex-City-Of-Edinburgh-Hotel.h800968.Hotel-Information) > > [The Balmoral Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h9339.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Marriott-Hotel.h873944.Hotel-Information) > > [Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Point-A-Hotel-Edinburgh-Haymarket.h37166264.Hotel-Information) > > [Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Aparthotel-Adagio-Edinburgh-Royal-Mile.h16281979.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Cheval-Old-Town-Chambers.h6175181.Hotel-Information) > > [Ten Hill Place](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ten-Hill-Place.h1535542.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h4270.Hotel-Information) > > [Market Street Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Market-Street-Hotel.h29507352.Hotel-Information) > > [The Scotsman Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Scotsman-Hotel.h570820.Hotel-Information) > > [Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Wilde-Apartments-By-Staycity-Grassmarket.h39822833.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-InterContinental-Edinburgh-The-George.h20436.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Edinburgh-Centre-St-Andrew-Square.h7841147.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ibis-Edinburgh-Centre-South-Bridge-Royal-Mile.h6793484.Hotel-Information) > > [Eden Locke](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Eden-Locke.h17859332.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Edinburgh.h4198.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile – Hunter Square](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ibis-Edinburgh-Centre-Royal-Mile-Hunter-Square.h200875.Hotel-Information) > > [Holyrood Aparthotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holyrood-Aparthotel.h561406.Hotel-Information) > > [Fraser Suites Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fraser-Suites-Edinburgh.h2278102.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Edinburgh Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Novotel-Edinburgh-Centre.h982662.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Apex-Grassmarket-Hotel.h62750.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-Edinburgh-Haymarket.h4035314.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Edinburgh-City-Centre.h1088215.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Radisson-Collection-Hotel.h2775480.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Kimpton-Charlotte-Square-Hotel.h571654.Hotel-Information)