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2 bed right on Leith Walk 15 min walk to Waverly !

Leith

shona h.

CA $356 total

includes taxes & fees

May 17 - May 18

Right Next to Edinburgh Castle, Brand New Apartment Sleeps 4

Old Town Edinburgh

Garry W.

CA $580 total

includes taxes & fees

May 13 - May 14

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Holyrood Apartment with parking & lift access

Old Town Edinburgh

Neil G.

CA $899 total

includes taxes & fees

May 17 - May 18

Edinburgh Royal Mile - Parliament Square Apartment

Old Town Edinburgh

Jeanna2120

CA $844 total

includes taxes & fees

May 21 - May 22

Stunning Royal Mile Penthouse

Old Town Edinburgh

Paul R.

CA $1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

May 11 - May 12

5* Luxury Suite Central Edinburgh stunning views of Edinburgh Castle!

Edinburgh City Centre

Bree H.

CA $1,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 3 - Jun 4

4 Royal Mile flat near Edinburgh Castle

Old Town Edinburgh

Kerry M.

CA $942 total

includes taxes & fees

May 7 - May 8

Luxury Georgian City Retreat | 5★ Location | Patio

Leith

CA $4,200 total

includes taxes & fees

May 6 - May 7

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Top Edinburgh Hotel Reviews

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Located in the heart of the train station and great eating places."

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4/10 Poor

"Not a 4 star standard of service or rooms. Not fully accessible to the road and buses etc. Staff extremely variable. Some friendly and efficient others disinterested and don’t deliver. For example empty handed staff walk down corridors littered with ice buckets plates etc and do nothing about it for hours. If you are going to use TV for all coms and info at least leave a single sheet to guide & help direct clients to it and ensure the tv remote works. Fun being woken up by Gibbons in adjacent zoo but possibly not everyone’s idea of a wake up call. Beware coach tour groups who block lifts and corridors. Parking is a lottery with limited hotel parking but zoo paid parking available on site. Well connected to buses to city centre but no shops or eateries close by."

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

6/10 Okay

"We asked to be transferred to an accessible room because there was not a walk-in shower and the bathtub was quite high. The hotel agreed to move us. However, to get to the accessible room we had to go down one set of steps and up two more sets of steps. The room was cold and we asked for maintenance to check the temperature. A young lady came to the room and didn’t do anything different than what we did. She went and brought back a portable heater that didn’t help very much. The hotel was a disappointment and I would not recommend."

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Great breakfast and location. Prosecco on arrival was a great touch. Staff were friendly and helpful. Made a request at reception which wasn’t followed through and also the lifts weren’t working properly for our whole stay, which caused an inconvenience. Other than that a lovely stay."

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Edinburgh?

The historical relevance of Edinburgh is well regarded so make time to visit the notable monuments, especially if you're a history buff. Be sure to check out the array of shops and lively festivals while you're here. You can also discover the area's acclaimed art scene.

How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, there are 3229 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the most important historical sites and other places in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is notable for its monuments and landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Assembly Rooms. Known for its museums and festivals, cultural venues include Scotch Whisky Experience, National Museum of Scotland, and MacEwan Hall. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Princes Street and Scottish National Gallery.

What is a historic hotel like in Edinburgh?

A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a place that's been recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Edinburgh typically retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

These are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Do historic hotels in Edinburgh have modern facilities?

Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities you'd find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Edinburgh doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown.

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2 bed right on Leith Walk 15 min walk to Waverly !

Right Next to Edinburgh Castle, Brand New Apartment Sleeps 4

Holyrood Apartment with parking & lift access