Title: Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel - 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) # Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Adults-only hostel in Edinburgh with a 24-hour front desk ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/6560e542.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/4cbfadc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/ec640c18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/82ee1b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/cd92eec6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Royal Mile, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Enjoy the perks of tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage while exploring St. Giles' Cathedral and Princes Street. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=74433856&PinnedHotelID=74433856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=74433856&PinnedHotelID=74433856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 3 - Nov. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=74433856&PinnedHotelID=74433856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=74433856&PinnedHotelID=74433856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=74433856&PinnedHotelID=74433856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=74433856&PinnedHotelID=74433856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - 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161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/2622d368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Smart TV 3 bathrooms Microwave Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/67e259af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Smart TV 3 bathrooms Microwave Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74433900/74433856/2c84fdeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Quadruple Room ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Smart TV 3 bathrooms Microwave Oven Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Backpackers-Hostel.h74433856.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Backpackers-Hostel.h74433856.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C55.95034%2C-3.18834&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VNbZpinjMWJ2ZD-0433nxIBsLbw=) 65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1BU #### What's nearby - Royal Mile - 1 min walk - 0.2 km - Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - University of Edinburgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km #### Getting around - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 3 min walk - St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk - ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk - ‪Albanach - ‬1 min walk - ‪Grand Cafe at the Scotsman - ‬1 min walk - ‪Gordon's Trattoria - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel near Royal Mile A short walk from Princes Street and University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Smooth flooring in room - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 detached shared bathrooms - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 30-inch smart TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 AM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property ### Property is also known as Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Edinburgh Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel? > As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel on Nov 3, 2025 start from CA $98.49, 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-Edinburgh-Backpackers-Hostel.h74433856.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel? > Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel located? > Located in Old Town Edinburgh, this hostel is steps from City Art Centre and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street are also within 10 minutes. Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) and Edinburgh Waverley Station are within a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Edinburgh Backpackers Hostel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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 90 8 - Good 52 6 - Okay 17 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 6 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Juliana Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Awesome ver close it everything ##### Juliana Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location & simple accommodation ##### Leah Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Keats Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wicked great spot definitely recommend ##### Keats Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gareth Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice clean and cheap 👌 ##### Gareth Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Naser May 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Naser Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### brenda Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The property was in a good location and the room was clean. ##### brenda Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph Jafet Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super comfortable place, safe and very close to all places, good price, very clean and tidy place... Fully recommended ##### Joseph Jafet Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelica Oct 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely and cozy private room in the center of Edinburgh ##### Angelica Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ryan Jul 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Right off of the main walking path from train station to the Royal Mile, so extremely convenient. ##### Ryan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anastasia Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We needed a stay for one night in Edinburgh and it was perfect! We had a private room, which was spacious and the bed was very comfy! The amenities were updated and very nice. We shared a bathroom and kitchen with another private room. It was in the center of a lot of great spots. Good bars nearby and great shopping. Would definitely go back if we stay in Edinburgh again! ##### Anastasia ### 4/10 Poor #### Terry Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Start with the good: Quick and easy check in. Comfy bed. Good location. The bad: Shower utterly useless, either ran scolding hot or freezing cold. The bathroom in general was very shabby. Dirty floor tiles, bath panel coming away and the shelf above to sink wasn't even screwed down. The room was very dark with what appeared to be water damage to the ceiling and the pictures on the wall. The room was also boiling with only a small fan in the room. ##### Terry Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Heather Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service So the location is fantastic being a couple of blocks from everything - the main train station, Edinburgh castle, and right on the royal mile. All of the private rooms are in a separate building without any communal facilities, which was a drag. Very clean. ##### Heather Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in a private room with bunk beds, it shared a bathroom and kitchen with one other private room. The bathroom and kitchen had new flooring and appliances. The shower pressure was great and no problems with heat. There was even a towel warmer in the bathroom. The ruins were in an old stone building with stone steps at the entrance then normal steps after that. The hostel is in two buildings on the royal mile with tons of shops and a short walk to everything. The receptionists are super friendly and give great advice on where to tour. They also have laundry service for 10 pounds. We had a fantastic time! ##### Linda Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marina Palomer Mar 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We were amazed with the room and the apartment-like that we stayed in. Everything looked new, it was very clean and very silent. We stayed in a twin room and would definitely book it again. ##### Marina Palomer Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Helle Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Really nice for a hostel. The location was great, close to the train and right in the middle of a very popular area of town. It felt very safe. The room was incredibly quiet at night. The place is very worn down though. ##### Helle Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kevin Aug 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Bathrooms are on a separate floor depending on which room you get. Even if you book your own room, it’s still a room that was meant to have multiple people using a shared bathroom and shower on a different floor (unless lucky enough to have it within 5 minutes walk). They moved my 3 bed room to a 4 bed room and didn’t say why. I can only imagine how nice it would have been if the first room was not a 5-8 minute walk to the bathroom in the middle of the night. Also, if you stay during the Fringe in August, cleanup starts at 6:30am and goes until at least 9:30am. This includes large metal sounds and the sounds of hundreds of glass bottles being dumped into a metal bin. For hours. In the morning. Think hard about that. I could hear it through my ear plugs. Would only recommend this place if you can’t afford anywhere else. ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriela Feb 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very pleasant Very nice room with double bed, beautiful view from the window, the staff very helpful and kind, and everything else. Highly recommended ##### Gabriela Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MALCOLM Mar 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friday stay Cheap and cheerful ##### MALCOLM Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan Mar 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Thanks. The Hostel met our needs, room is small but we were comfortable. ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Excellent location it is in the heart of Edinburgh city centre. The room is a bit small but the share toliet is large and clean. A good experience to stay here. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francesca Feb 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very pleasantly surprised. We had a private room and a shared bathroom but had tons of privacy, felt like it was just us. The location is perfect and the facilities are very clean. The staff of very friendly and there are a few deals for restaurants and pubs that are offered. Definitely would return and recommend ##### Francesca Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Isaac Nov 2, 2023 Liked: Staff & service #### Private bed shared loo & kitchen I was in their flat on the royal mile, i had a private bedroom with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities, given its slap bang city centre you could do much worse. ##### Isaac Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A bargain: simple, clean and ideally placed Had a room with a bunk bed and a shared bathroom. Warm welcome, very clean, ideally placed in the city. Considering the price, it’s a great deal, but don’t expect too much of it. It’s simple, as well as very convenient. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sunny Aug 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Sensational location! I could not have been more satisfied. You walk out onto the most photographed street in Edinburgh, the Royal mile and walking distance to the newer " city" and the gardens. Excellent room with convenient access to common area. Kitchen well stocked Great value- for the convenience alone. ##### sunny Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Claus Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Staff & service #### Stay was ok..very basic Very basic. Very rocky bunk bed (booked as double bed) and could not open the window. So with a 3 night stay the air get quite stale. You have to be hit with dwarfism to stand under the shower and you have to be quick otherwise you get scolding hot water or ice cold. ##### Claus Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Moxy Edinburgh Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Moxy-Edinburgh-Airport.h31718853.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Hotel-Spa.h15554.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Royal-Scots-Club-Edinburgh.h900862.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-Edinburgh-Haymarket.h4035314.Hotel-Information) > > [Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fingal.h38753319.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points Flex by Sheraton Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Four-Points-Flex-By-Sheraton-Edinburgh.h544658.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairn Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Cairn-Hotel.h64061.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Marriott-Hotel.h873944.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Edinburgh-Central-Queen-Street.h4924301.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) > > [Ten Hill Place](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Ten-Hill-Place.h1535542.Hotel-Information) > > [Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Destiny-Student-Holyrood.h12691403.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Edinburgh.h4198.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Waverley Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Old-Waverley-Hotel.h24919.Hotel-Information) > > [The Balmoral Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h9339.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Moxy-Edinburgh-Fountainbridge.h64450784.Hotel-Information) > > [Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Point-A-Hotel-Edinburgh-Haymarket.h37166264.Hotel-Information) > > [Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Pollock-Halls.h1083952.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh-West.h19218414.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Edinburgh.h3516.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) > > [Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Mount-Royal-Hotel-Edinburgh-By-The-Unlimited-Collection.h802180.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Edinburgh-Princes-Street.h522038.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Edinburgh The George by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-InterContinental-Edinburgh-The-George.h20436.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-Airport.h31618511.Hotel-Information) > > [Eden Locke](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Eden-Locke.h17859332.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Edinburgh-Leith-Waterfront.h519940.Hotel-Information) > > [The Frederick House Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Frederick-House-Hotel.h201136.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh.h15710648.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Kimpton-Charlotte-Square-Hotel.h571654.Hotel-Information)